What happened on Friday, May 15, 1987?

Here's what happened on May 15, 1987:

• Soviet Union launches Polyus orbital weapons platform On May 15, 1987, the Soviet Union launched the Polyus spacecraft atop the Energia rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome. Designed as a prototype orbital weapons platform, Polyus failed to achieve orbit due to a software error during its separation from the launch vehicle, resulting in its re-entry into the Pacific Ocean. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Joan Rivers' 'The Late Show' ends after seven months Joan Rivers' late-night talk show, 'The Late Show Starring Joan Rivers,' concluded on May 15, 1987, after seven months on air. The show faced challenges in ratings and internal conflicts, leading to Rivers' departure from the program. The final episode featured guests such as Howie Mandel, Pee-Wee Herman, Chris Rock, Wendy O. Williams, and Michelle Aller as Mavis Vegas Davis. Following Rivers' exit, the show underwent changes, including guest hosts and a rebranding to 'The Late Show,' eventually leading to Arsenio Hall becoming the permanent host. source: washingtonpost.com
• Andy Murray was born on May 15, 1987 Andy Murray, a professional tennis player from Great Britain, was born on May 15, 1987, in Glasgow, Scotland. He is known for his achievements in tennis, including winning multiple Grand Slam titles and an Olympic gold medal. Murray has been a prominent figure in the sport, contributing to its popularity in the UK. source: bbc.com
• Jennylyn Mercado Birth Jennylyn Mercado, a prominent Filipino actress and singer, is born on this date.
• Record Archery Achievement A record archery score is set by a pair over a 24-hour period, demonstrating exceptional endurance and skill in the sport.
• John Baur Museum Director Passes Away John Baur, a museum director, dies at the age of 78, concluding a significant career in cultural preservation and management.

Events in 1987

May 15, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from May 1987

Newspapers from May. 15, 1987

May 15, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 135th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1987 can also be written as 5/15/1987 in the US and as 15/5/1987 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 1987 in May 1987 calendar

Famous people born on May 15, 1987:

• Andy Murray

  Andy Murray is a British professional tennis player who is considered one of the greatest in the sport's history. He is best known for his Grand Slam victories and for being the first British man in 77 years to win the Wimbledon singles title in 2013. [bio]

• Hüseyin Kala
• Ersan İlyasova
• Romana Maláčová
• Dīmītrīs Verginīs
• Umberto Emanuele Oliveri
• Darko Marković
• Aksel Berget Skjølsvik
• Paweł Rakoczy
• Marko Jagodić-Kuridža
• Linda Sembrant
• Garath McCleary
• Tyrese Rice
• Paige Railey
• Mark Fayne
• Brian Dozier
• Michael Brantley
• Fabián Rinaudo

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on May 15th

May 15, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1987 was With Or Without You by U2, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. U2 - With Or Without You
2. Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
3. Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
4. Madonna - La Isla Bonita
5. Chris DeBurgh - The Lady In Red

May 15, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1987 was Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
2. Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
3. Tom Jones - A Boy From Nowhere
4. Madonna - La Isla Bonita
5. Labi Siffre - (Something Inside) So Strong

May 15, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1987 was Always by Atlantic Starr, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Atlantic Starr - Always
2. Smokey Robinson - Just To See Her
3. Cameo - Back And Forth
4. Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
5. Surface - Happy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th is Taurus.

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May 15, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 1987 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 1987 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 15, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 87% full, rising at 10:04 pm and setting at 07:55 am.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 1987.

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Someone born on May 15, 1987 is:

39 years 2 months old,

or 470 months and 9 days old,

or 2045 weeks

or 14315 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 15, 1987.

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