Historical Events
- Comet Schwassmann-Wachmann 1 at perihelion
Princess of Wales in NYC
Diana, Princess of Wales visits New York City
- The Western Australian towns of Kalgoorlie and Boulder amalgamate to form the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Famous Birthdays
- Hurricane Chris [Dooley], American rapper, born in Shreveport, Louisiana
Famous Deaths
- Blaze Foley [Michael Fuller], American outlaw country singer-songwriter (Wanted More Dead Than Alive), shot to death by a family friend at 39
- Elaine de Kooning, American artist, dies at 70
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights
About February 1, 1989
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: When I'm With You - Sheriff- #1 Song: Somethings Gotten Hold Of My Heart - Marc Almond Featuring Special Guest Star Gene Pitney
