Historical Events
American Music Awards
15th American Music Awards: Anita Baker; Paul Simon; & Whitney Houston win
Music History
George Harrison releases "When We Was Fab"
- Longest winless streak in Toronto Maple Leaf history (15 games)
- Ramsewak Shankar sworn in as President of Suriname
Film & TV History
US Vice President George H. W. Bush and Dan Rather famously clash on "CBS Evening News" as Rather attempts to question Bush about his role in Iran-Contra affair
1988 History
Famous Birthdays
- Tatiana Golovin, Russian-born French tennis player, born in Moscow, Russia
Famous Deaths
- Colleen Moore, actress (These Girls Won't Talk), dies at 87
About January 25, 1988
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Need You Tonight - INXS
#1 Song: I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany
