What happened on Thursday April 16, 1987?

Here's what happened on April 16, 1987:

• August Wilson wins Pulitzer Prize for 'Fences' On April 16, 1987, August Wilson's play 'Fences' was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The play, set in the 1950s, explores the life of Troy Maxson, a former baseball player turned garbage collector, and his complex relationships with his family. 'Fences' premiered at the Yale Repertory Theatre in 1985 and received critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of African-American life. source: neh.gov
• Michael Jordan scores 61 points against Atlanta Hawks On April 16, 1987, Michael Jordan of the Chicago Bulls scored 61 points in a game against the Atlanta Hawks, matching his previous 61-point performance from March 4, 1987, against the Detroit Pistons. In this game, Jordan also set an NBA record by scoring 23 consecutive points, contributing to the Bulls' 117-114 loss to the Hawks. source: basketball-reference.com
• Harvey Proctor's court appearance at Bow Street Magistrates Court On April 16, 1987, Harvey Proctor, a Member of Parliament for Billericay, Essex, appeared at Bow Street Magistrates Court in London, where he admitted to four charges of gross indecency involving teenage rent boys. This admission led to his resignation from Parliament and marked a significant scandal in British politics. source: gettyimages.dk
• Anthony Tudor Passes Away Renowned dancer and choreographer Anthony Tudor of the American Ballet Theater died at age 78, leaving behind a significant legacy in the world of dance and choreography.
• Aaron Lennon Birth Aaron Lennon, a notable English football player, was born on this date. He would later become a prominent winger known for his speed and skill in the Premier League.

Events in 1987

April 16, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from April 1987

Newspapers from Apr. 16, 1987

Your poster from April 16, 1987

April 16, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 106th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 16, 1987 can also be written as 4/16/1987 in the US and as 16/4/1987 in UK and Europe.

April 16, 1987 in April 1987 calendar

Famous people born on April 16, 1987:

• Phoebe Fox

  Phoebe Fox is an English actress known for her work in film, television, and theatre. She has received praise for her performances in both period dramas and contemporary productions. [bio]

• Samira Wiley

  American actress best known for her roles in 'Orange Is the New Black' and 'The Handmaid's Tale', winning critical acclaim for her...

• Aaron Lennon
• Martin Fenin
• Jean-Baptiste Malet
• Lhadji Badiane
• Loris Arnaud
• Richárd Guzmics
• Patrizio Andreoli
• Viesturs Lukševics
• Carlien Dirkse van den Heuvel
• Julie Bonnevie-Svendsen
• Habib Habibou
• Maksym Pustozvonov
• Jack Cutmore-Scott
• Justin Olsen
• Kenny Hayes
• Dominic Calegari
• Jonathon Edwards

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on April 16th

April 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 16, 1987 was I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. Aretha Franklin - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
2. Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
3. Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over
4. Prince - Sign O' The Times
5. Lou Gramm - Midnight Blue

April 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 16, 1987 was La Isla Bonita by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. Madonna - La Isla Bonita
2. Ferry Aid - Let It Be
3. Mel & Kim - Respectable
4. Club Nouveau - Lean On Me
5. Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight

April 16, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 16, 1987 was Sign 'O' The Times by Prince, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. Prince - Sign 'O' The Times
2. The System - Don't Disturb This Groove
3. Herb Alpert - Keep Your Eye On Me
4. Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
5. Aretha Franklin & George Michael - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 16th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 16, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 16, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 16, 1987 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 16, 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 April 16, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 09:50 pm and setting at 08:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1987 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1987.

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Someone born on April 16, 1987 is:

39 years 1 month old,

or 469 months and 9 days old,

or 2040 weeks and 4 days old,

or 14284 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 16, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 16, 1987.

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