What Happened on April 9, 1987

Historical Events

Stanley Cup

For 3rd time, Wayne Gretzky, scores 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) in a Stanley Cup game and passes Jean BĂ©liveau as all time playoff scoring champ

Famous Birthdays

  • Jarrod Mullen, Australian rugby league footballer, born in Singleton, New South Wales, Australia
  • Jazmine Sullivan, American R&B singer-songwriter (Pick Up Your Feelings), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Jesse McCartney, American actor and singer, born in Ardsley, New York
  • Sarah of Brunei, wife of Crown Prince of Brunei, born in Bandar Seri Begawan, Sultanate of Brunei
Born in 1987
1987 Highlights

About April 9, 1987

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 37 years and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now - Starship
  • UK #1 Song: Let It Be - Ferry Aid