What Happened on September 13, 1989

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Archbishop Desmond Tutu leads biggest anti-apartheid protest march in South Africa

Famous Birthdays

  • Precious Lee, American model, born in Atlanta, Georgia

Thomas Müller (34 years old)

German soccer forward (winner FIFA World Cup 2014; Bayern Munich), born in Weilheim in Oberbayern, Germany


Famous Deaths

  • Yamada Koun, Zen teacher Sanbo Kyodan line, dies at 82
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About September 13, 1989

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 7 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Don't Wanna Lose You - Gloria Estefan
  • UK #1 Song: Ride On Time - Black Box