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August 02, 1984 was the 215th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 02, 1984 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 02, 1984, who was born and died on August 02, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 02, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. When Doves Cry by Prince), movies (e.g. Red Dawn, directed by John Milius), TV series (e.g. Vereda Tropical) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 2nd, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 02, 1984?
- August 02, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 02, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 02, 1984?
- August 02, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 02, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- August 02, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 02, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- August 02, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 02, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 02, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 02, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 02, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on August 02, 1984?
What day of the week was August 02, 1984?
August 02, 1984 was a Thursday and it was the 215th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 02, 1984 can also be written as 8/2/1984 in the US and as 2/8/1984 in UK and Europe.
August 02, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd 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 02, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 2nd, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 02, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 02, 1984 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 1984 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 02, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 11:53 am and setting at 11:29 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 13, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Aug 11, 1984.
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Who was born on August 02, 1984?
Famous people born on August 02, 1984:
- Hilal Arslan
Accomplished boxer known for powerful punches and agility in the ring.
- Gianpaolo Pazzini
Former Italian professional footballer who played as a striker.
- Courtland Finnegan
Former NFL cornerback known for his aggressive playing style.
- Britt Nicole
Pop singer.
- J. D. Vance
Author.
- Brandon Browner
- Kenneth Kipkemoi
- Nello Lorenzetti
- Joel Mogorosi
- Adelheid Morath
- Sophie Polkamp
- Álvaro Sánchez
- Evina Stamatī
- Ricardo Teixeira
- Curtis Withers
- Daniel Mustafá
Whose famous birthday is on August 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 2nd:
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Carroll O'ConnorCarroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.
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Dom DeLuiseDom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...
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Isabel AllendeIsabel allende is a chilean author known for her bestselling novels, such as 'the house of the spirits' and 'eva luna', which often...
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Muriel RobinShe is a french comedian, singer, and actress.
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Sam WorthingtonSam worthington is an australian actor known for his roles in blockbuster films such as avatar and terminator salvation.
![Kevin Smith]()
Kevin SmithKevin smith is a director known for his work on cult classic films such as clerks and dogma.
![Wes Craven]()
Wes CravenAmerican screen writer, filmmaker and author.
![James Baldwin]()
James BaldwinAmerican writer (born in 1924).
![Joanna Cassidy]()
Joanna CassidyAmerican actress and film star best known for her role as falcon crest.
![Myrna Loy]()
Myrna LoyAmerican actress whose political views brought her to prominence at unesco.
August 02, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 8 months old,
or 476 months and 22 days old,
or 2072 weeks and 6 days old,
or 14510 days old,
if you were born on August 02, 1984.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 02, 1984?
There are 100 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 2nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 02, 1984.
August 02, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 02, 1984:
- Quirino Cristiani
- Niyazi
- Francesco Speranza
What famous deaths happened on August 2nd?
Famous deaths on August 2nd:
![Jean-Pierre Melville]()
Jean-Pierre MelvilleFrench filmmaker.
![David Huddleston]()
David HuddlestonAmerican actor (b. 1930).
![Cathleen Nesbitt]()
Cathleen NesbittEnglish actress (separate tables) dies at 93.
- Josehua Bell
Inventor of the telephone and credited with the first successful experiment in talking through a wire.
- Lexander Graham Bell
Inventor and entrepreneur who revolutionized communication with the invention of the telephone.
- Thomas Gainsborough
Thomas Gainsborough was an English portrait and landscape painter who was one of the most influential British artists of the 18th century.
- Sruly Halberstam
Hasidic rabbi and Holocaust survivor who became a prominent figure in the Jewish community.
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August 02, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 02, 1984:
- St. Etheldritha/Alfrida
- St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri
- St. Stephen
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 4 saints: St. Peter Julian Eymard
- Feast day of Ilya the Prophet in Russian Orthodox Church
- Bulgaria/Republic of Macedonia - Ilinden (St. Ilya Day), a day of remembrance of the Ilinden Uprising
- Costa Rica - Our Lady of the Angels
- Day of airborne forces in Russia
August 02, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 02, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 30th and August 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 02, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.
August 02, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 02, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 30th and August 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Prince - When Doves Cry
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
- Jacksons - State Of Shock
- Bruce Springsteen - Dancing In The Dark
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
August 02, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1984 was Careless Whisper by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.
August 02, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 02, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 30th and August 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Careless Whisper
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes
- Black Lace - Agadoo
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax
August 02, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.
August 02, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 02, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 30th and August 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Prince - When Doves Cry
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- Ollie And Jerry - Breakin'...there's No Stopping Us
- The Jacksons - State of Shock
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
August 02, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 02, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Red Dawn
Release year: 1984
Directed by: John Milius
Starring: Patrick Swayze, C. Thomas Howell, Lea Thompson, Charlie Sheen
Country: United States of America
The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension
Release year: 1984
Directed by: W.D. Richter
Starring: Peter Weller, John Lithgow, Ellen Barkin, Jeff Goldblum
Country: United States of America
The Philadelphia Experiment
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Stewart Raffill
Starring: Michael Paré, Nancy Allen, Eric Christmas, Bobby Di Cicco
Country: United States of America
The Company of Wolves
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Neil Jordan
Starring: Sarah Patterson, Angela Lansbury, David Warner, Graham Crowden
Purple Rain
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Albert Magnoli
Starring: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos
Country: United States of America
August 02, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 02, 1984 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Vereda Tropical
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Javier Torre
Voltron
Release year: 1984
Country: United States of America
August 02, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 02, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Heretics Of Dune
By: Frank Herbert
Frank Herbert's Dune books are a major achievement of the human imagination, selling more than ten millions copies.
Wired
By: Bob Woodward
Belushi An eccentric talent who is addicted to life and has a great appetite for drugs, food and pleasure. Belushi The star who slipped to the bottom.
The Haj
By: Leon Uris
Leon Uris returns to Exodus, his best-selling book, for an epic tale of love and hate, revenge and forgiveness.
Lincoln
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
First Lady From Plains
By: Rosalynn Carter
Rosalynn Carter's memoir is fascinating and compelling because she recognizes that she is part a distinguished historical tradition: The southern lady in politics.
August 02, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 02, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Incunabula
Devil World
Comic Bakery
The Battle-Road
Grobda
Who was the US President on August 02, 1984?
On August 02, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 1984?
On August 02, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 02, 1984?
On August 02, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 2nd?
August 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:
- 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention, battle of al hudaydah in yemen: at least 20 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition in al hudaydah (yemen). saudi arabia's spokesperson denied that its jets were present in the area, but blamed rebels.
- 2017 - Two american soldiers are killed by a suicide bomber in afghanistan's war on terror. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: a volunteer search and rescue team from the syria civil defence says that 33 people were injured by toxic gas dropped from an unmanned helicopter onto saraqeb, rebel-held idlib governorate.
What happened in 1984?
1984 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 2,000 die from Union Carbide poison gas emission in Bhopal, India
- Night Court starring Harry Anderson premieres on NBC TV
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 41 B mission
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What was the calendar for August 1984?
August 1984 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.
