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Events on Wednesday 18 January 1989 4
1989Otis Redding inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameHall of FameInducted by Little Richard.
1989Rolling Stones inducted into Rock Hall of FameRock and Roll Hall of Fame — January 18, 1989The Rolling Stones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on January 18, 1989, in their first year of eligibility. Pete Townshend of The Who gave the induction speech.
1989Stevie Wonder inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameHall of FameInducted at 38.
1989The Temptations inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameHall of FameInducted with the classic members.