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