1991

What Was Happening in 1991

The Gulf War erupts on live television as the Soviet Union collapses and a new world order begins.

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Number 1 Songs in 1991 — UK and US Charts

UK #1

"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You"

Bryan Adams

From the Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves soundtrack, it spent a record-breaking 16 consecutive weeks at number one in the UK.

US #1

"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You"

Bryan Adams

The power ballad from Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves dominated charts worldwide, spending seven weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Biggest Films of 1991 — Box Office Hits

Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Box Office: $520 million worldwide

James Cameron's sequel starring Arnold Schwarzenegger pushed the boundaries of CGI with its liquid metal T-1000. It was the highest-grossing film of 1991.

Fashion and Style of 1991

Fashion, clothing and visual culture from the era

Architecture and Buildings of 1991

Buildings completed and structures opened in 1991

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