Historical Events
- Gas explosion on passenger train in Kumrahar India, 80 die
Famous Deaths
Ralph Abernathy (1926-1990)
American civil rights leader (Southern Christian Leadership Conference), dies of a blood clot at 64
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights
About April 17, 1990
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 34 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Nothing Compares 2 U - Sinead O'Connor
- #1 Song: Vogue - Madonna