1987 Soul Train Music Awards

Soul Train Music Awards
DateMarch 23, 1987 (1987-03-23)
LocationSanta Monica Civic Auditorium (Los Angeles, California)
CountryUnited States
Hosted byDionne Warwick and Luther Vandross
First awarded1987
Most awardsJanet Jackson, Cameo and Run–D.M.C. (2)
Websitesoultrain.com
Television/radio coverage
NetworkWGN America
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The 1987 Soul Train Music Awards aired live on March 23, 1987 (and was later syndicated in other areas), honoring the best in R&B, soul, rap, jazz, and gospel music from the previous year. The show was held at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in Los Angeles, California and was hosted by Luther Vandross and Dionne Warwick.