Historical Events
- Linda Petursdottir of Iceland, 18, crowned 38th Miss World
Rumours
Neil Simon's "Rumors" premieres in NYC
Famous Birthdays
- Justin Cooper, American actor (Liar, Liar, General Hospital), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Sheilah Graham, gossip columnist, dies of heart failure at 84
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About November 17, 1988
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bad Medicine - Bon Jovi
#1 Song: The First Time - Robin Beck
