What Happened on October 31, 1989

Historical Events

  • AR Gurney's play "Love Letters" premieres in NYC
  • France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
  • Turgat Ozal elected president of Turkey
  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

Famous Deaths

  • Conrad Beck, Swiss composer, dies at 88
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About October 31, 1989

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Listen To Your Heart - Roxette
  • UK #1 Song: That's What I Like - Jive Bunny and The Mastermixers