Historical Events
- 1st test flight of US stealth bomber
This One
Paul McCartney releases single "This One", from his album "Flowers In The Dirt"
- Reds reliever Kent Tekulve retires after 1,070 appearances
Famous Birthdays
- Josie Loren Lopez, American actress (17 Again, Make It or Break It), born in Miami, Florida
- Marko Todorović, Swiss swimmer and water polo player, born in Zurich, Switzerland
Famous Deaths
- Heinz Risse, German writer, dies at 91
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights
About July 17, 1989
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Toy Soldiers - Martika
- #1 Song: You'll Never Stop Me Loving You - Sonia