Historical Events
Boston Marathon
92nd Boston Marathon: Ibrahim Hussein of Kenya wins men's race in 2:08:43; Rosa Mota of Portugal repeats as women's champion in 2:24:30
Music Recording
Barbra Streisand records "Warm All Over"
Famous Birthdays
- Vanessa Kirby, English actress (Princess Margaret in The Crown), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Pierre Desproges, French humorist, dies at 48
About April 18, 1988
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 1 month and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Where Do Broken Hearts Go - Whitney Houston
#1 Song: Heart - Pet Shop Boys
