Historical Events
- First expedited salvaging of Titanic wreck begins by RMS Titanic, Inc.
- John Demjanjuk, accused Nazi "Ivan the Terrible", testifies in Israel
- Salt Lake City Trappers lose 7-5 to Billings Mustangs, ending their professional-record winning streak at 29 consecutive
Famous Weddings
Antonio Banderas
Spanish actors Antonio Banderas and Ana Leza marry - divorced 1996
Famous Deaths
- Travis Jackson, American Baseball Hall of Fame shortstop (World Series 1933; MLB All Star 1934; NY Giants), dies of Alzheimer's disease at 83
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About July 27, 1987
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shakedown (From "Beverly Hills Cop II") - Bob Seger
#1 Song: La Bamba - Los Lobos
