Historical Events
F1 World Champion
Brazilian Williams driver Nelson Piquet finishes 15th in the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka but clinches his 3rd Formula 1 World Drivers Championship
- New York City Marathon: Ibrahim Hussein of Kenya wins men's race, 2:11:01; English runner Priscilla Welch women's champion, 2:30:17
- New York Jets retire Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Don Maynard's jersey #13
- New Zealand All Blacks create a rugby union international world record score when they beat Japan, 106-4 at the National Stadium in Tokyo
Famous Birthdays
- Jamie Demetriou, English comedian, actor and screenwriter (Shtath Lets Flats), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- René Lévesque, Premier of Quebec, dies at 65
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About November 1, 1987
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 6 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany
#1 Song: You Win Again - Bee Gees
