Historical Events
- "Sunrise" a Gannett newspaper begins publishing for Bronx
- 51st NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: Michigan beats Seton Hall, 80-79 (OT); Wolverines first title; small forward Glen Rice named tournament MOP
- Mets win 11th consecutive home opener 8-4 over St Louis at Shea Stad
Famous Birthdays
- Israel Folau, Australian Rugby League, Rugby Union, AFL player (dual international), born in Minto, New South Wales, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Norman Wooland, German actor (Ivanhoe, Quo Vadis, Hamlet), dies at 79
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights
About April 3, 1989
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: The Look - Roxette
- #1 Song: Like A Prayer - Madonna