Historical Events
- With the death of the last individual, the Dusky Seaside Sparrow becomes extinct
Famous Birthdays
Kendrick Lamar (37 years old)
American Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning hip hop singer-songwriter (Damn, "Humble", "All the Stars"), born in Compton, California
Famous Deaths
- Dick Howser, American baseball shortstop (MLB All Star All-Star 1961, 61²; KC A's) and manager (World Series 1977, 78 NY Yankees; KC Royals 1985), dies of brain cancer at 51
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About June 17, 1987
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 37 years and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Head To Toe - Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam
#1 Song: Star Trekkin' - The Firm