What Happened on July 10, 1989

Historical Events

  • Paula Ivan runs female world record 1 mile (4:15.61)

Famous Birthdays

  • Pauline Jani, Zimbabwean netball goal keeper-shooter (113 caps), born in Hippo Valley Estate, Zimbabwe (d. 2023)
  • Sameer Gadhia, American rock singer and musician (Young the Giant), born in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Famous Deaths

  • Mel Blanc, American voice actor, comedian best known for his Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons (Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd & Porky Pig), dies at 81
  • Thomas "Tommy" Trinder, British radio comedian and actor (Save a Little Sunshine, Phoenix), dies at 80
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About July 10, 1989

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: If You Don't Know Me By Now - Simply Red
  • UK #1 Song: Back To Life (However Do You Want Me) - Soul Ii Soul Featuring Caron Wheeler