Historical Events
- FCC vote 4-0 to rescind fairness doctrine for broadcasters
Famous Deaths
- Kenny Price, American country singer ("Walking on New Grass"; "Happy Tracks"), dies of a heart attack at 56
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About August 4, 1987
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For - U2
- #1 Song: La Bamba - Los Lobos