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
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi
- #1 Song: I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) - Aretha Franklin & George Michael