What Happened on March 31, 1987

Historical Events

  • 49th NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: Indiana beats Syracuse, 74-73; Hoosiers' guard Keith Smart hits game-winner in final seconds, intercepts full court pass at the last second

Famous Birthdays

  • Baby M [Melissa Elizabeth Stern], American infant born to a surrogate mother but later awarded to her dad William Stern
  • Humpy Koneru, Indian chess player (youngest woman to achieve title of grandmaster), born in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

About March 31, 1987

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 1 month and 4 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