What Happened on August 21, 1989

Historical Events

Famous Birthdays

  • Hayden Panettiere, American actress (One Life to Live), born in Palisades, New York

Famous Deaths

  • Raul Seixas, Brazilian rock singer-songwriter ("Mosca na Sopa" - "Fly In The Soup"), dies of pancreatitis at 44
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About August 21, 1989

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 8 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Right Here Waiting - Richard Marx
  • UK #1 Song: Swing The Mood - Jive Bunny and The Mastermixers