What happened on Monday June 29, 1987?

Here's what happened on June 29, 1987:

• South Korean Democracy Reforms Speech South Korean President Roh Tae-Woo delivers a landmark speech promising comprehensive nationwide reforms, directly stemming from the June Democracy Movement. This pivotal moment signaled a significant shift towards democratic governance in South Korea, marking a critical transition from authoritarian rule.
• Van Gogh Painting Auction Record A Vincent van Gogh painting is sold for $20.4 million at a prestigious London auction, highlighting the artist's growing posthumous value and the art market's increasing appreciation for impressionist works.
• Patrik Sjöberg Sets High Jump World Record Swedish athlete Patrik Sjöberg achieves a remarkable world record in men's high jump, leaping 2.42 meters (7 ft 11 1⁄4 in) in Stockholm, demonstrating extraordinary athletic prowess and pushing the boundaries of human physical achievement.
• Canada Introduces the Loonie The Royal Canadian Mint launches the $1 coin, nicknamed the 'Loonie', marking a significant change in Canadian currency design and monetary policy. This coin would become an iconic symbol of Canadian currency.
• Yankees Dramatic Baseball Victory In an extraordinary baseball game, the New York Yankees dramatically overcome the Toronto Blue Jays, winning 15-14 after initially blowing an 11-4 lead. Dave Winfield's 8th-inning grand slam proved to be the decisive moment in this thrilling match.
• Steve Bedrosian Pitching Achievement Pitcher Steve Bedrosian sets a remarkable record by successfully recording 12 saves in 12 attempts, showcasing exceptional consistency and skill in baseball's closing role.

Events in 1987

June 29, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 29, 1987

Newspapers from Jun. 29, 1987

June 29, 1987 was a Monday and it was the 180th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 29, 1987 can also be written as 6/29/1987 in the US and as 29/6/1987 in UK and Europe.

June 29, 1987 in June 1987 calendar

Famous people born on June 29, 1987:

• Tom Weston-Jones

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on June 29th

Famous people died on June 29, 1987:

• Elizabeth Cotten

Famous people who died in 1987

Famous people who died on June 29th

June 29, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 29, 1987 was I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

1. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
2. Heart - Alone
3. Bob Seger - Shakedown
4. Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam - Head To Toe
5. Kenny G - Songbird

June 29, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 29, 1987 was I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

1. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
2. The Firm - Star Trekkin'
3. Johnny Logan - Hold Me Now
4. Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
5. George Michael - I Want Your Sex

June 29, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 29, 1987 was I Feel Good All Over by Stephanie Mills, according to the music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

1. Stephanie Mills - I Feel Good All Over
2. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
3. Jody Watley - Still A Thrill
4. Club Nouveau - Why You Treat Me So Bad
5. Jonathan Butler - Lies

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 29th is Cancer.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 29, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 29, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 29, 1987 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 29, 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 June 29, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 08:18 am and setting at 11:06 pm.

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

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Your place in the Universe on June 29, 1987

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Someone born on June 29, 1987 is:

37 years 9 months old,

or 453 months and 25 days old,

or 1973 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13813 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 29, 1987?

There are 67 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 29, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 29, 1987.

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