Historical Events
- Bat*21, an American war film, is released
- Boston Celtics beat Yugoslavia 113-85 in Madrid
Event of Interest
Philippine former first couple Ferdinand & Imelda Marcos indicted on racketeering charges
1988 History
Famous Birthdays
- Ajaz Patel, New Zealand cricket spin bowler (10-119 v India 2021; one of 3 to take 10 wickets in Test innings), born in Mumbai, India
- Glen Powell, American actor (Top Gun: Maverick), born in Austin, Texas
- Hope Hicks, American political operative, White House Communications Director (2017-), born in Greenwich, Connecticut
About October 21, 1988
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 7 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Groovy Kind Of Love - Phil Collins
#1 Song: One Moment In Time - Whitney Houston
