What Happened on February 9, 1987

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Former US national security adviser Robert McFarlane attempts suicide by overdosing on Valium hours before scheduled testimony before panel investigating illegal arms-for-hostages "Iran-Contra" affair

  • NY Stock Exch installs ladies restroom in the Exchange Luncheon Club

Famous Birthdays

  • Joe O'Cearuill, Irish footballer
  • Magdalena Neuner, German biathlete

Michael B. Jordan (37 years old)

American actor (Black Panther), born in Santa Ana, California

Rose Leslie (37 years old)

Scottish actress (Downton Abbey, Game of Thrones), born in Aberdeen, Scotland


Famous Deaths

  • Larry French, American baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 1940; Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago Cubs; Brooklyn Dodgers), dies at 79
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights

About February 9, 1987

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius

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