Historical Events
- Future Hall of Fame jockey Eddie Delahoussaye wins his 4,000th career race aboard 2-year-old filly Fawn and Hahn in the 4th race at Del Mar
- Rioting in New York City's Tompkins Square Park.
- Writers guild ends its 6 months strike
Famous Birthdays
- Melody Oliveria, American internet blogger (bowiechick)
About August 7, 1988
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Roll With It - Steve Winwood
- #1 Song: The Only Way Is Up - Yazz & The Plastic Population