Friday August 01, 1986: on this day

August 01, 1986 was the 213th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 01, 1986 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 01, 1986, who was born and died on August 01, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 01, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II) by Peter Cetera), movies (e.g. The Fly, directed by David Cronenberg), TV series (e.g. Grand Prix Der Volksmusik) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 1st, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 01, 1986?


August 01, 1986 was a Friday and it was the 213th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 01, 1986 can also be written as 8/1/1986 in the US and as 1/8/1986 in UK and Europe.

August 01, 1986 in August 1986 calendar

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August 01, 1986: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 01, 1986:

August 01, 1986: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 01, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 1st is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 01, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 01, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on August 1st, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 01, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 01, 1986 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 01, 1986 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 01, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 01:39 am and setting at 06:36 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 21, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Aug 19, 1986.

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Who was born on August 01, 1986?


Famous people born on August 01, 1986:

  • Mike Wallace
    Mike Wallace

    Football player.

  • Hanin Karam

    Lebanese singer known for her powerful voice.

  • Elijah Kelley

    Movie actor.

  • Elena Vesnina

    Russian tennis player.

  • Andrew Taylor

    English footballer.

  • Damien Allen

    English footballer.

  • Anton Strålman

    Swedish ice hockey player.

  • Lucas Simón

    Argentinian footballer.

  • Jörn Schlönvoigt

    German singer and actor.

  • Jonas Plass

    German sprinter.

  • Elisa Tripodi
  • Halil Umut Meler
  • Rob Webber
  • José Isidoro Gómez

Whose famous birthday is on August 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 1st:

  • Jason Momoa
    Jason Momoa

    Jason momoa is an american actor known for his roles as khal drogo in game of thrones and aquaman in the dc extended universe.

  • Sam Mendes
    Sam Mendes

    British film and stage director.

  • Meena Kumari
    Meena Kumari

    Indian actress in film (d. 1972).

  • Giancarlo Giannini
    Giancarlo Giannini

    He is an italian actor with sad eyes, and the tragicomic hero of many wertmuller films.

  • Chuck D
    Chuck D

    American rapper and producer (public enemy the bomb squad, confrontation camp).

  • Demián Bichir
    Demián Bichir

    Mexican-american producer and actor.

  • Nathalie Delon
    Nathalie Delon

    Nathalie delon was a french actress known for her roles in films such as le samouraï and the sicilian clan.

  • David Wain
    David Wain

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Geoffrey Holder
    Geoffrey Holder

    Brazilian actor, choreographer, director, and dancer.

  • Kris Holden-Ried
    Kris Holden-Ried

    Canadian actor.

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August 01, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 37 years 7 months old,

or 451 months and 18 days old,

or 1963 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13745 days old,

if you were born on August 01, 1986.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 01, 1986?

There are 135 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 1st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 01, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 01, 1986.

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August 01, 1986: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 01, 1986:

  • Willem Klein

    Variety artist dies at 73.

  • Giovan Battista Martini
  • José María Vidal
  • Carlo Confalonieri

What famous deaths happened on August 1st?

Famous deaths on August 1st:

  • Wilford Brimley
    Wilford Brimley

    Wilford brimley was an american actor known for his roles in cocoon, the thing, and the natural.

  • Frances Farmer
    Frances Farmer

    American actress and "miss sex appeal of 1937" leading lady.

  • Cilla Black
    Cilla Black

    British tv host and singer.

  • Eva Bartok
    Eva Bartok

    Hungarian-english actress (d. 1998).

  • Strother Martin
    Strother Martin

    American actor, who plays western characters with grizzled accents.

  • Florence Eldridge
    Florence Eldridge

    Broadway actress, the swan, dies at 86.

  • Pola Negri
    Pola Negri

    Polish-american actress.

  • Bal Gangadhar Tilak
    Bal Gangadhar Tilak

    Indian leader of the indian nationalist party (born 1856).

  • Corazon Aquino

    Aristocratic filipino family.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 1st

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August 01, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 01, 1986:

  • Orthodox Christianity - Procession of the Cross
  • Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago - Emancipation Day
  • St. Pellegrini/Peregrinus
  • Angola - Armed Forces Day
  • Switzerland - National Day
  • Benin - National Day
  • Sts. Faith, Hope, and Charity (sisters).
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Ethelwolf
  • Yorkshire, United Kingdom - Yorkshire Day
  • People's Republic of China - Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Liberation Army

Observances on August 01, 1986:

  • World Breastfeeding Week, 1-7 August [WHO]
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August 01, 1986: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 01, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 28th and August 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 01, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 01, 1986 was Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II) by Peter Cetera, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

August 01, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 01, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II)
  2. - Sledgehammer youtube
  3. - Danger Zone
  4. - Papa Don't Preach
  5. - Invisible Touch youtube

August 01, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 01, 1986 was Papa Don't Preach by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

August 01, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 01, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Papa Don't Preach
  2. - The Edge Of Heaven
  3. - My Favourite Waste Of Time
  4. - Let's Go All The Way
  5. - The Lady In Red

August 01, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 01, 1986 was Closer Than Close by Jean Carne, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

August 01, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 01, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Closer Than Close
  2. - Rumors
  3. - You Should Be Mine (The Woo Woo Song)
  4. - Do You Get Enough Love
  5. - Sweet Love

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August 01, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 01, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Fly

The Fly

Release year: 1986

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel

Country: United States of America

Manhunter

Manhunter

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Michael Mann

Starring: William Petersen, Kim Greist, Joan Allen, Brian Cox

Country: United States of America

Armour of God

Armour of God

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Jackie Chan, Eric Tsang

Starring: Jackie Chan, Alan Tam, Rosamund Kwan, Lola Forner

Country: United States of America

Half Moon Street

Half Moon Street

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Bob Swaim

Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Michael Caine, Patrick Kavanagh, Faith Kent

The Transformers: The Movie

The Transformers: The Movie

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Nelson Shin

Starring: Orson Welles, Robert Stack, Leonard Nimoy, Norman Alden

Country: United States of America

August 01, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 01, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Grand Prix der Volksmusik

Grand Prix der Volksmusik

Release year: 1986

A Very Peculiar Practice

A Very Peculiar Practice

Release year: 1986

Starring: Peter Davison, Graham Crowden, Barbara Flynn, David Troughton

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

August 01, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 01, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Necessary Losses by Judith Viorst

Necessary Losses

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The Triumph Of Politics by David A. Stockman

The Triumph Of Politics

By:

David Stockman, who was the Director of the Office of Management and Budget during the 1980s, was the chief architect of Reagan Revolution. This bold plan to reduce taxes and increase the tax base was implemented by Stockman.

Last Of The Breed by Louis L'Amour

Last Of The Breed

By:

"For sheer adventure L'Amour Kirkus Review This is the type of epic novel that Louis L'Amour has made his hallmark.

Kate Vaiden by Reynolds Price

Kate Vaiden

By:

One of the most engaging, captivating and feisty heroines in contemporary fiction captures the essence her own life in this American odyssey that was born out of red-clay country and small-town people.

When All You'Ve Ever Wanted Isn'T Enough by Harold S. Kushner

When All You'Ve Ever Wanted Isn'T Enough

By:

The previous bestseller, 'There is no answer but there are answers Rabbi Kushner, brought comfort to millions of people by helping them deal with life's most devastating tragedies.

August 01, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 01, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Aliens: The Computer Game

Aliens: The Computer Game

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Apple II, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Publisher: Activision

Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future

Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future

Platform: ZX Spectrum Amstrad CPC Commodore 64

Genre: Action Adventure

Publisher: Virgin Interactive, Electronic Arts

Glider Rider

Glider Rider

Platform: Sinclair Spectrum, Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC

Genre: Arcade adventure

Publisher: Quicksilva

Astro Warrior

Astro Warrior

Platform: Sega Master System

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Sega

Hollywood Hijinx

Hollywood Hijinx

Platform: Amiga, Atari 8-bit, Apple II, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, TRS-80, TI-99/4A, Macintosh

Genre: Interactive fiction

Publisher: Infocom

history

Who was the US President on August 01, 1986?

On August 01, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 01, 1986?

On August 01, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 01, 1986?

On August 01, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 1st?

August 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on August 1st, such as:

  • 2018 - After workers strike over ticketing changes, the eiffel tower in paris is shut down.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: a blast at a shia mosque in herat in afghanistan kills at most 29 people and injures many more.
  • 2016 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the taliban claim responsibility for the truck bombing at a military base in kabul.

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history

What happened in 1986?

1986 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
  • International Peace Year begins
  • New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00

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What was the calendar for August 1986?

August 1986 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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