Historical Events
- Afghanistan and Pakistan hit by earthquake, 1,200 die
"The Firm"
American writer John Grisham publishes his second novel "The Firm" (bestselling novel of the year)
- Australian cricket fast bowler Craig McDermott sets up a 9 wicket, 5th Test win over England with a career best 8-97 in Perth
Apartheid Laws To Be Repealed
South African President F. W. de Klerk says he will repeal all apartheid laws
- US Air & Skywest Fairchild jet collide at LA Airport killing 32
Famous Birthdays
- Faouzi Ghoulam, French-Algerian football player (Hatayspor), born in Saint-Priest-en-Jarez, France
- Jasmine Tookes, American model (Victoria's Secret), born in Huntington Beach, California
Famous Deaths
- Annie van Ommeren-Averink [Hanna Jacoba of Ommeren-Averink], Dutch politician (CPN), dies at 77
- Carol Dempster, American film actress (Sally of Sawdust, America), dies at 89
- Jimmy MacDonald, Scottish-American voice actor (Mickey Mouse), dies at 84
- Phil Watson, Canadian NHL right wing (Stanley Cup 1940 [NYR], 1944 [Montreal Canadiens]) and coach (NY Rangers), dies at 76
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights
About February 1, 1991
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: The First Time - Surface
#1 Song: 3 A.M. Eternal - The KLF Ft. The Children Of The Revolution
