What Happened on May 14, 1987

Historical Events

  • "Little Shop of Horrors" is released in Germany
  • Colt revolver (Peacemaker) of 1873 sells for $242,000
  • NHL Prince of Wales Conference Final: Philadelphia Flyers beat Montreal Canadians, 4 games to 2

Famous Birthdays

  • Franck Songo'o, Cameroonian footballer, born in Yaoundé, Cameron
  • Francois Steyn, South African rugby union footballer

Famous Deaths

Rita Hayworth (1918-1987)

American actress (Gilda; Cover Girl; The Lady from Shanghai), dies of Alzheimer's disease at 68

Died in 1987 1987 Highlights

About May 14, 1987

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: With or Without You - U2
  • UK #1 Song: Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now - Starship