Historical Events
Rainman
"Rainman" directed by Barry Levinson and starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise premieres in New York (Best Picture 1989)
- 3 trains collide in London, 40 die
- NYC Subway system adds new stations (Z line)
- PLO leader Yasi Arafat accepts Israel's right to exist
Tyson Sued for Sexual Harassment
Sandra Miller of Queens sues Mike Tyson for sexual harassment
Famous Birthdays
- Chris Perfetti, American actor (Abbott Elementary), born in Rochester, New York
Famous Deaths
- Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano, American Mafia figure (b. 1917)
- John Canning, NY Post managing editor, dies at 56
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About December 12, 1988
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Look Away - Chicago
#1 Song: Mistletoe And Wine - Cliff Richard
