Historical Events
- Helga Arendt, Silke-Beate Knoll, Mechthild Kluth, Gisela Kinzel walk indoor female world record 4x200m (1:32.55)
Famous Birthdays
- Mo Gilligan, English comedian (The Lateish Show), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- André F. Cournand, French physician and physiologist (Nobel 1956), dies at 92
- René Char, French poet and painter, dies at 80
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About February 19, 1988
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Seasons Change - Expose
#1 Song: I Should Be So Lucky - Kylie Minogue
