What Happened on March 23, 1990

Historical Events

  • Former Exxon Valdez Captain Joseph Hazelwood ordered to help clean up Prince William Sound & pay $50,000 in restitution for 1989 oil spill

Famous Birthdays

  • Eugenie, Princess of York and daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, born in London

Famous Deaths

  • Al Sears, American jazz and R&B saxophonist (Duke Elllington Orchestra; Johnny Hodges - "Castle Rock"), dies at 80
  • RenĂ© Enriquez, Nicaraguan-American actor (Hill Street Blues - "Ray Calletano"), dies of complications from AIDS at 56
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights

About March 23, 1990

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Black Velvet - Alannah Myles
  • UK #1 Song: Dub Be Good To Me - Beats International featuring Lindy Layton