Historical Events
- "Washington Week In Review" 20th anniversary on PBS
- American Mike Conley sets world indoor triple jump record (17.76m) in New York
- Donald Regan resigns as White House chief of staff
- NCAA cancels SMU's entire 1987 football schedule for gross violations of NCAA rules regarding athletic corruption
Famous Birthdays
- Cory Henry, American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, pianist, Hammond B-3 organist, Harpejji and Moog player (Snarky Puppy), born in Brooklyn, New York
Famous Deaths
- Joan Greenwood, British actress and director (Kind Hearts and Coronets, Amorous Mr Prawn), dies of a heart attack at 65
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About February 27, 1987
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi
#1 Song: Stand By Me - Ben E. King
