Historical Events
Bush Vomits on PM
George H. W. Bush falls ill and vomits on Japanese prime minister's lap
Famous Birthdays
- Shahdon Winchester, Trinidadian soccer winger (27 caps; Murciélagos), born in Princes Town, Trinidad and Tobago (d. 2019)
Famous Deaths
- Abderrahim Bouabid, Moroccan politician (Socialist Union of Popular Forces) and an opponent of French Imperialism and King Hassan II, dies at 69
- Johnny Meijer, Dutch accordionist known as the King of Accordions (Body & Soul), dies at 79
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights
About January 8, 1992
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 3 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Black Or White - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Bohemian Rhapsody/These Are The Days Of Our Lives - Queen
