Sunday April 08, 1984: on this day

April 08, 1984 was the 99th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is April 08, 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 April 08, 1984, who was born and died on April 08, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 08, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Footloose by Kenny Loggins), movies (e.g. Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, directed by Joseph Zito), TV series (e.g. Auf Einem Langen Weg) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 8th, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

Table of contents

calendar

What day of the week was April 08, 1984?


April 08, 1984 was a Sunday and it was the 99th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 08, 1984 can also be written as 4/8/1984 in the US and as 8/4/1984 in UK and Europe.

April 08, 1984 in April 1984 calendar

history

April 08, 1984: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 08, 1984:

April 08, 1984: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE MagazineBrowse the vintage magazine covers from April 08, 1984

Looking for other vintage memories?
Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
zodiac

April 08, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


 zodiac sign

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

Discover the personality of April born.

Unlock the Mysteries of April 08, 1984! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now

April 08, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rat chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

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

Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!

Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on April 8th, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

see horoscope and birth chart for April 08, 1984
Planetary positions on  - Geocentric view
zodiac

April 08, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

51%

The moon phase on April 08, 1984 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 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 April 08, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:01 am and setting at 01:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 17, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Apr 15, 1984.

Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!

Your place in the Universe on April 08, 1984

star banner

We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day

Get your map!

This day in 30 sec.

birthday

Who was born on April 08, 1984?


Famous people born on April 08, 1984:

  • Ezra Koenig

    Ezra Koenig is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the indie rock band Vampire Weekend.

  • Kirsten Storms

    Kirsten storms is a soap opera actress known for her role as maxie jones on the soap opera general hospital.

  • Taran Noah Smith

    Contemporary artist known for his unique style and use of color.

  • Pablo Portillo

    Mexican actor and singer (mdo).

  • Michelle Donelan

    British politician.

  • Taran Noah Smith in San Francisco

    California; actor (mark taylor - home improvement).

  • Julia Liptakova

    Slovak model.

  • Santiago Aysine
  • Júlia Liptáková
  • Mikel Aguirrezabalaga

Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:

  • Patricia Arquette
    Patricia Arquette

    American actress.

  • Jacques Brel
    Jacques Brel

    Belgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.

  • Chris Kyle
    Chris Kyle

    Chris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.

  • Julian Lennon
    Julian Lennon

    British singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).

  • John Schneider
    John Schneider

    John schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Biz Markie
    Biz Markie

    Biz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.

  • Franco Corelli
    Franco Corelli

    Italian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.

  • John Gavin
    John Gavin

    Hispanic-american diplomat and actor.

  • Robert Kiyosaki
    Robert Kiyosaki

    Cashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.

  • Christine Boisson
    Christine Boisson

    French actress.

See more famous people and celebrities born on April 8th

birthday

April 08, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 39 years 11 months old,

or 479 months and 11 days old,

or 2084 weeks and 2 days old,

or 14590 days old,

if you were born on April 08, 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 April 08, 1984?

There are 20 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 1984?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 08, 1984.

RIP

April 08, 1984: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 08, 1984:

  • Petr Kapitza

    Nobel laureate known for his work in low-temperature physics.

  • Pyotr Kapitsa

    Russian physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1894).

  • Pyotr Leonidovich Kapitsa
  • Piotr Leonidovitch Kapitsa (Пётр Леони́дович Капи́ца)

What famous deaths happened on April 8th?

Famous deaths on April 8th:

  • Annette Funicello
    Annette Funicello

    American actress.

  • Ben Johnson
    Ben Johnson

    100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).

  • Sara Montiel
    Sara Montiel

    Spanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).

  • Claire Trevor
    Claire Trevor

    American singer and actress (d. 2000).

  • María Félix
    María Félix

    Mexican film actress.

  • Lars Hanson
    Lars Hanson

    Swedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.

  • Frank Milan
    Frank Milan

    Actor (witness), passes away at 71.

  • Arleen Whelan
    Arleen Whelan

    Deaths of a stroke at the 78.

  • Siler Picasso

    Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

  • Margaret Thatcher

    First female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom known for her conservative policies.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 8th

holidays

April 08, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 08, 1984:

  • Buddha's Birthday in Japan

Saints celebrated on April 08, 1984:

  • Saint Constance
  • Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
  • Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
vinyl songs

April 08, 1984: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 08, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 2nd and April 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 08, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 1984 was Footloose by Kenny Loggins, according to the music chart for the week April 2nd and April 8th.

April 08, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 08, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 2nd and April 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Footloose youtube
  2. - Somebody's Watching Me
  3. - Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)
  4. - Here Comes The Rain Again
  5. - Jump youtube

April 08, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 1984 was Hello by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week April 2nd and April 8th.

April 08, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 08, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 2nd and April 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hello youtube
  2. - A Love Worth Waiting For
  3. - You Take Me Up
  4. - Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)
  5. - People Are People

April 08, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 1984 was She's Strange by Cameo, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 2nd and April 8th.

April 08, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 08, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 2nd and April 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - She's Strange
  2. - Somebody's Watching Me
  3. - Love Has Finally Come At Last
  4. - Automatic
  5. - Let's Stay Together

Wish him/her..

Send your special wishes with this personalized page

send a message
birthday card
birthday club

Was April 08, 1984 your birth date ?

If yes, join our birthday club!

join birthday club

April 08, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 08, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter

Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Joseph Zito

Starring: Erich Anderson, Judie Aronson, Peter Barton, Kimberly Beck

Country: United States of America

Iceman

Iceman

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Fred Schepisi

Starring: Timothy Hutton, Lindsay Crouse, John Lone, Josef Sommer

Swing Shift

Swing Shift

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Jonathan Demme

Starring: Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Christine Lahti, Fred Ward

The NeverEnding Story

The NeverEnding Story

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Wolfgang Petersen

Starring: Noah Hathaway, Barret Oliver, Tami Stronach, Gerald McRaney

Country: United States of America

Moscow on the Hudson

Moscow on the Hudson

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Paul Mazursky

Starring: Robin Williams, Maria Conchita Alonso, Cleavant Derricks, Alejandro Rey

April 08, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 08, 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:

Auf einem langen Weg

Auf einem langen Weg

Release year: 1984

Down to Earth

Down to Earth

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Chris Weitz

Alas Smith & Jones

Alas Smith & Jones

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Robin Carr

Robin Hood

Robin Hood

Release year: 1984

Written by:

Starring: Peter Llewellyn Williams, Ray Winstone, Mark Ryan, Clive Mantle

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Voltron

Voltron

Release year: 1984

Country: United States of America

April 08, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 08, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Who Killed The Robins Family? by Thomas Chastain

Who Killed The Robins Family?

By:

As they look for clues to the murders of eight Robins family members, mystery lovers have the chance to uncover the killer and receive a cash prize.

Smart Women by Judy Blume

Smart Women

By:

Margo and B.B. Each are divorcées and Margo and B.B. are trying to reinvent their lives in Colorado. Their teenage daughters watch with humor and horror.

Unto This Hour by Tom Wicker

Unto This Hour

By:

This novel recounts five days spent in Virginia in August 1862 when a Confederate Army outnumbered Union forces and dealt a devastating blow to them.

The Discoverers by Daniel J. Boorstin

The Discoverers

By:

Original story of man's greatest adventure: the search for the world around him.

A Light In The Attic by Shel Silverstein

A Light In The Attic

By:

While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?

April 08, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 08, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Ninja-kun: Adventure of Devil Castle

Ninja-kun: Adventure of Devil Castle

Platform: Arcade, Family Computer, Wii (Virtual Console)

Genre: Platform/action

Publisher: JP Taito; JP Jaleco (FC); JP HAMSTER(VC, PS4 )

Daredevil Dennis

Daredevil Dennis

Platform: Acorn Electron, BBC Micro, Commodore 64

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Visions

Dimension X

Dimension X

Platform: Atari 8-bit

Genre: first person action

Publisher: Synapse Software

Bridge-It

Bridge-It

Platform: Amstrad CPC

Genre: Arcade game

Publisher: Amsoft

Hogan's Alley

Hogan's Alley

Platform: Arcade, Nintendo Entertainment System

Genre: Retro/Shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

history

Who was the US President on April 08, 1984?

On April 08, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 1984?

On April 08, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 08, 1984?

On April 08, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.

history

What is special about April 8th?

April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. 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 April 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
  • 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.

Find out more about April 8th

history

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

Do you remember 1984? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to

history

What was the calendar for April 1984?

April 1984 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

Discover how April 1984 calendar looked like.

Sunday April 8, 1984