What Happened on August 27, 1991

Historical Events

  • Moldavia declares independence from USSR

Event of Interest

Nigerian President Ibrahim Babangida creates nine states: Abia, Enugu, Delta, Jigawa, Kebbi, Osun, Kogi, Taraba, and Yobe

Famous Birthdays

  • Young Mazino [Christopher Young Kim ], American actor (Beef), born in Montgomery County, Maryland

Famous Deaths

  • Gordon Heath, actor (Sapphire, Staircase, Animal Farm), dies
  • Vince Taylor [Brian Holden], British rock and roll singer (Brand New Cadillac), dies of lung cancer at 52
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights

About August 27, 1991

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 8 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: (Everything I Do) I Do It For You - Bryan Adams