What Happened on November 8, 1987

Historical Events

  • 11 are killed in an IRA bomb attack in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland

Cricket World Cup

Cricket World Cup, Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India: Player of the match David Boon scores 75 as Australia beats England by 7 runs for their first title

Famous Birthdays

  • Erica Mena, American TV personality (Love & Hip Hop: New York), born in New York City
  • Sam Bradford, American football quarterback (Heisman Trophy 2008, U of Oklahoma; NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year 2010, St. Louis Rams), born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Samantha Droke, American actress, born in De Leon, Texas

About November 8, 1987

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany
  • UK #1 Song: China In Your Hand - T'pau