Michelle Obama published her memoir “Becoming.”
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Harper and Brothers published Lew Wallace's novel 'Ben-Hur: a Tale of the Christ.'
Jackie Chan was awarded an honorary Oscar at the 8th Annual Governors Awards for starring in over 200 movies.
The musical 'Grand Hotel' was first performed at the Martin Beck Theater in New York City.
American Airlines Flight 587 from New York City to the Dominican Republic crashed during takeoff.
British comedy TV series 'Absolutely Fabulous' aired for the first time.
