What Happened on April 2, 1990

Historical Events

  • 52nd NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: Nevada-LV beats Duke, 103-73; record largest margin of victory in a championship game; Runnin' Rebels' first title

Famous Birthdays

  • Miralem Pjanić, Bosnian soccer midfielder (92 caps; Roma, Juventus), born in Tuzia, Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Yevgeniya Kanayeva OMF, Russian rhythmic gymnast (Olympic gold all-round 2008, 12; World C'ship gold x 17 2007-11), born in Omsk, Russia

Famous Deaths

  • Aldo Fabrizi, actor (Postman Goes to War, Open City), dies at 85
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights

About April 2, 1990

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Love Will Lead You Back - Taylor Dayne
  • UK #1 Song: The Power - Snap