Historical Events
Film Premiere
"Exorcist 3" film written and directed by William Peter Blatty, premieres
- Carlton Fisk hits White Sox record 187th HR
Sports History
Phyllis Polander sues Mike Tyson for sexual harassment
1990 History
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Bates, American-British actor, dancer, and singer (Billy Elliot - The Musical), born in Pasedena, California
- Rachel Hurd-Wood, British actress (Clique), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Pearl Bailey, American Tony and Emmy Award-winning stage and screen actress, singer and dancer (Hello, Dolly!), dies of a heart attack at 72
- Roderick Cook, English actor (Rockabye), dies of apparent heart attack at 58
About August 17, 1990
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Vision Of Love - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Turtle Power - Partners In Kryme
