Historical Events
Film Premier
"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" directed by Rian Johnson, starring Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Adam Driver premieres in Los Angeles
- 83rd Heisman Trophy Award: Baker Mayfield, Oklahoma (QB)
- Funeral for French rock star Johnny Hallyday draws hundreds of thousands onto Paris streets
Victory in Battle
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declares victory over the Islamic State in Iraq, ending more than 3 years of convict
Haider al-Abadi