Historical Events
The Simpsons
"The Simpsons" created by Matt Groening, premieres on Fox TV as a full animated series with the episode, "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire"
- 78th Davis Cup: Germany beats Sweden in Stuttgart (3-2)
- Brazil elects conservative Fernando Collor de Mello as president
- Michael Bevan scores cricket century on 1st-class debut (114 SA v WA)
About December 17, 1989
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 4 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Another Day In Paradise - Phil Collins
- #1 Song: Do They Know It's Christmas? - Band Aid II