What Happened on June 17, 1990

Historical Events

  • "Some Americans Abroad" closes at Vivian Beaumont NYC after 62 performances
  • "Zoya's Apartment" closes at Circle in Sq Theater NYC after 45 performances

US Golf Open

US Open Men's Golf, Medinah CC: Hale Irwin wins his 3rd Open title; defeats Mike Donald at the 91st hole, the first in sudden-death, after tying the 18-hole Monday playoff

Famous Deaths

  • Dick Elffers, Dutch graphic artist and painter (Holland Festival), dies at 79
  • Palmira Henry, fashion designer, dies of cerebral hemorrhage at 44
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights

About June 17, 1990

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: It Must Have Been Love (From "Pretty Woman") - Roxette
  • UK #1 Song: Sacrifice/Healing Hands - Elton John