Sunday January 08, 1989: on this day

January 08, 1989 was the 8th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is January 08, 1989 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 08, 1989, who was born and died on January 08, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 08, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison), movies (e.g. Francesco, directed by Liliana Cavani), TV series (e.g. The Bottom Line) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 8th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 08, 1989?


January 08, 1989 was a Sunday and it was the 8th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 08, 1989 can also be written as 1/8/1989 in the US and as 8/1/1989 in UK and Europe.

January 08, 1989 in January 1989 calendar

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January 08, 1989: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 08, 1989:

  • 42nd street closes at winter garden theater in new york city, new york after 3,486 performances.
  • Starlight express closes at gershwin theater nyc after 761 performances
  • Boeing 737-400 crashes in england, 46 die
  • Soviet union promises to eliminate stockpiles of chemical weapons.
  • Beginning of japanese heisei era.
  • Kegworth air disaster: british midland flight 92, a boeing 737-400, crashes into the m1 motorway, killing 47 of the 126 people on board.

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January 08, 1989: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Buffalo Bills - Cincinnati Bengals : 10 - 21
  • San Francisco 49ers - Chicago Bears : 28 - 3
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January 08, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 8th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 08, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Snake chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 08, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 8th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 08, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 08, 1989 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 08, 1989 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 January 08, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 08:15 am and setting at 07:05 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 23, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Jan 21, 1989.

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Who was born on January 08, 1989?


Famous people born on January 08, 1989:

  • Aaron Cruden

    New zealand rugby player.

  • Kristjan Einar

    Icelandic racing driver.

  • Barbora Silná

    Czech-austrian ice dancer.

  • Mariana Vicente
  • Oliver Bozanić

Whose famous birthday is on January 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 8th:

  • Elvis Presley
    Elvis Presley

    American pop singer.

  • David Bowie
    David Bowie

    British actor and rock star with exotic looks.

  • Cynthia Erivo
    Cynthia Erivo

    Cynthia erivo is a british actress and singer known for her tony award-winning performance in 'the color purple' and her role in the film...

  • Stephen Hawking
    Stephen Hawking

    British theoretical physicist, who was also a professor at the university of oxford.

  • Géraldine Pailhas
    Géraldine Pailhas

    French actress who starred alongside johnny depp, marlon brando and "don juan demarco.

  • Graham Chapman
    Graham Chapman

    An english actor and writer.

  • José Ferrer
    José Ferrer

    Puerto rican-american actor and director (d. 1992).

  • Yvette Mimieux
    Yvette Mimieux

    American actress, stage, and tv actress.

  • Michelle Forbes
    Michelle Forbes

    Actress (julianna cox-homicide).

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January 08, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 2 months old,

or 422 months and 20 days old,

or 1837 weeks and 4 days old,

or 12863 days old,

if you were born on January 08, 1989.

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 January 08, 1989?

There are 286 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 8th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 08, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 08, 1989.

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January 08, 1989: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 08, 1989:

  • Ken McMillan

    Actor malone, concrete beat, dies at 56 from a heart attack.

  • Johnny Jordaan [Jan van Musscher]

    Dutch folk singer dies at the age of 64.

What famous deaths happened on January 8th?

Famous deaths on January 8th:

  • John Gregson
    John Gregson

    Actor (rooney assassin) dies at 55.

  • Yvonne De Carlo
    Yvonne De Carlo

    Canadian-american actress, singer, dancer, and choreographer whose six-decade career included roles in film, television, musical theatre,...

  • Edd Byrnes
    Edd Byrnes

    Edd Byrnes was an American actor known for his role in the TV series '77 Sunset Strip'.

  • Gale Page
    Gale Page

    Actress (4 daughters, knute rockney), is killed by cancer at 72.

  • Pat Buttram
    Pat Buttram

    American actor and comedian (b. 1915).

  • Lois Wilson
    Lois Wilson

    Actress (alice aldrich family), dies at 88.

  • Robert Baden-Powell
    Robert Baden-Powell

    British military figure who founded the boy scouts of england in 1907.

  • Zbigniew Cybulski
    Zbigniew Cybulski

    Polish actor (see you tommorrow) dies at 39.

  • Castin Galilei

    Castin Galilei was an Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, and philosopher who played a key role in the scientific revolution.

  • Lamarco Polo

    Famous Venetian explorer who traveled extensively in Asia.

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

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January 08, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 08, 1989:

  • Commonwealth Day is celebrated in Northern Mariana Islands.
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January 08, 1989: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 08, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 2nd and January 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 08, 1989 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Every Rose Has Its Thorn youtube
  2. - My Prerogative youtube
  3. - Two Hearts youtube
  4. - Giving You The Best That I Got
  5. - In Your Room

January 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 08, 1989 was Especially For You by Kylie & Jason, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Especially For You
  2. - Crackers International (EP)
  3. - Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart
  4. - The Living Years
  5. - Buffalo Stance

January 08, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 08, 1989 was Oasis by Roberta Flack, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 08, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Oasis
  2. - Pull Over
  3. - Him Or Me
  4. - Smooth Criminal
  5. - Sweet, Sweet Love

January 08, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 08, 1989 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 08, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Como Tu Mujer
  2. - SI EL AMOR SE VA
  3. - BOCA ROSA
  4. - BORINQUENA
  5. - TU PRESA FACIL

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January 08, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 08, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Francesco

Francesco

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Liliana Cavani

Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani

Country: Italy

Winter People

Winter People

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Ted Kotcheff

Starring: Kurt Russell, Kelly McGillis, Lloyd Bridges, Mitchell Ryan

Gleaming the Cube

Gleaming the Cube

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Graeme Clifford

Starring: Christian Slater, Steven Bauer, Richard Herd, Le Tuan

The January Man

The January Man

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Pat O'Connor

Starring: Kevin Kline, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Susan Sarandon, Harvey Keitel

Killer Crocodile

Killer Crocodile

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis

Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton

Country: Italy

January 08, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 08, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Tom Rulon

Fauji

Fauji

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Col. Kapoor

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan

Country: India

January 08, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 08, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Gracie by George Burns

Gracie

By:

"SAY GOODNIGHT GRACIE ..." George Burns, Gracie Allen said goodbye to their loyal audiences at each broadcast throughout the Golden Age.

Alaska by James A. Michener

Alaska

By:

This epic tale of Alaska's northernmost frontier features James A. Michener, who guides us through Alaska's rugged terrain and past, from its long-forgotten past to its bustling present.

Child Star by Shirley Temple Black

Child Star

By:

Shirley Temple. Shirley Temple was a curly-haired moppet with a sassy smile that lit up the screen. Her irrepressible spirit won America's hearts.

A Brief History Of Time by Stephen W. Hawking

A Brief History Of Time

By:

Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.

January 08, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 08, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Grand Monster Slam

Grand Monster Slam

Platform: Amiga Atari ST Commodore 64 PC

Genre: Fantasy sports game

Publisher: Rainbow Arts

The Duel: Test Drive II

The Duel: Test Drive II

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Apple IIGS, Apple Macintosh, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, MSX, SNES/Super Famicom, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Accolade

The Astyanax

The Astyanax

Platform: Arcade, NES

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Jaleco

Dangerous Seed

Dangerous Seed

Platform: Arcade, Sega Mega Drive

Genre: Vertical scrolling shooter

Publisher: Namco

Dusty Diamond's All-Star Softball

Dusty Diamond's All-Star Softball

Platform: NES

Genre: Sports (softball)

Publisher: Tonkin House[1] Brøderbund

history

Who was the US President on January 08, 1989?

On January 08, 1989 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 08, 1989?

On January 08, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 08, 1989?

On January 08, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 8th?

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

  • 2019 - Russian military police says it has begun patrolling manbij in the syrian civil war. (tass). the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces claim that five foreign nationals were captured fighting for the islamic state of iraq. two of the five are from the united states; two from pakistan, and one from ireland.
  • 2018 - Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, has stopped research on parkinson's and alzheimer's diseases.
  • 2017 - January 2017, jerusalem vehicular attack: a truck crashes into a group israeli soldiers in an attack on east jerusalem. the attack resulted in the deaths of four and injuring 21 others. the terrorist was previously convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Find out more about January 8th

history

What happened in 1989?

1989 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Princess Diane of England visits New York City
  • Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
  • 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles

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What was the calendar for January 1989?

January 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1989 calendar looked like.

Sunday January 8, 1989