What Happened on November 23, 1989

Historical Events

  • Pilots Union give up sympathy strike against Eastern Airlines

The Bounty Bowl

The "Bounty Bowl": Philadelphia Eagles defeat Dallas Cowboys 27-0 at Thanksgiving in an ill-tempered game, after which Cowboys coach Jimmy Johnson accuses Eagles coach Buddy Ryan of placing bounties on players

  • Xenophon Zolotas is sworn in as premier of Greece

Famous Deaths

  • Armand Salacrou, French playwright, dies at 90
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About November 23, 1989

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 5 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Holidays: Thanksgiving (United States)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Blame It On The Rain - Milli Vanilli
  • UK #1 Song: You Got It (The Right Stuff) - New Kids On The Block