An armed man attacked Comedian Dave Chappelle while performing at LA’s Hollywood Bowl arena.
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The first Grammy Awards was held.
American Academy of Arts & Science was established in Boston with James Bowdoin, John, and Samuel Adams as founding members.
Madonna ended her 'Celebration' world tour with a free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Latvia declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
Margaret Thatcher became Britain's first female prime minister.
