Historical Events
Exorcist 3
"Exorcist 3" film written and directed by William Peter Blatty, premieres
- Carlton Fisk hits White Sox record 187th HR
Sports History
Phyllis Polander sues Mike Tyson for sexual harassment
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Bates, American-British actor, dancer, and singer (Billy Elliot - The Musical), born in Pasedena, California
- Rachel Hurd-Wood, British actress (Clique), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Pearl Bailey, American Tony and Emmy Award-winning stage and screen actress, singer and dancer (Hello, Dolly!), dies of a heart attack at 72
- Roderick Cook, English actor (Rockabye), dies of apparent heart attack at 58
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights
About August 17, 1990
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Vision Of Love - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Turtle Power - Partners In Kryme
