Historical Events
- Boston Red Sox beat Tigers 9-4 for AL record 23rd consecutive win at home
- Movie "Last Temptation of Christ" is released
Event of Interest
Nelson Mandela is treated for tuberculosis at hospital
- Richard Thornburgh becomes US Attorney General
Famous Birthdays
- Tyson Fury, British heavyweight professional boxer, born in Manchester
Famous Weddings
John Denver
American singer-songwriter John Denver (44) weds Australian actress Cassandra Delaney (26); divorce in 1993
Famous Deaths
- Jean-Michel Basquiat, American artist (Gray, SAMO), dies of a drug overdose at 27
About August 12, 1988
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Roll With It - Steve Winwood
#1 Song: The Only Way Is Up - Yazz & The Plastic Population
