Historical Events
- 20th San Diego Comic-Con International opens at Holiday Inn
Famous Deaths
- Ira C Eaker, commandant USAF in Europe (WWII), dies at 91
- Sherwood Bailey, actor (Spud-Our Gang), dies
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About August 6, 1987
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 8 months and 22 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
