What Happened on July 17, 1989

Historical Events

  • 1st test flight of US stealth bomber

This One

Paul McCartney releases single "This One", from his album "Flowers In The Dirt"

  • Reds reliever Kent Tekulve retires after 1,070 appearances

Famous Birthdays

  • Josie Loren Lopez, American actress (17 Again, Make It or Break It), born in Miami, Florida
  • Marko Todorović, Swiss swimmer and water polo player, born in Zurich, Switzerland

Famous Deaths

  • Heinz Risse, German writer, dies at 91
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About July 17, 1989

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Toy Soldiers - Martika
  • UK #1 Song: You'll Never Stop Me Loving You - Sonia