What Happened on September 9, 1988

Historical Events

  • "Look Away" single released by Chicago (Billboard Song of the Year 1989)
  • MLB Atlanta Braves Bruce Sutter joins Rollie Fingers & Gooses Gossage with 300 MLB career saves
  • US Stars & Stripes H3 defeats NZ's KZ-1 at the 27th America's Cup: NZ appeal in court but eventually lose

About September 9, 1988

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 7 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Sweet Child O' Mine - Guns N' Roses
  • UK #1 Song: A Groovy Kind Of Love - Phil Collins