Historical Events
- Buffalo goaltender Tom Barrasso leads the Sabres to a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings to record his 100th NHL victory; makes him the youngest player to reach milestone at just 22 years, 9 months
Historic Event
Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme, serving a life sentence for attempted assassination of President Gerald Ford, escapes from Alderson Prison
1987 Highlights
About December 23, 1987
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 1 month and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Faith - George Michael
#1 Song: Always On My Mind - Pet Shop Boys
