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December 12, 1987 was the 346th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is December 12, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 12, 1987, who was born and died on December 12, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 12, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Faith by George Michael), movies (e.g. Good Morning, Vietnam, directed by Barry Levinson), TV series (e.g. Finders Keepers) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 12th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 12, 1987?
- December 12, 1987: What happened on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 12, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 12, 1987?
- December 12, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 12, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- December 12, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 12, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 12, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on December 12, 1987?
What day of the week was December 12, 1987?
December 12, 1987 was a Saturday and it was the 346th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 12, 1987 can also be written as 12/12/1987 in the US and as 12/12/1987 in UK and Europe.
December 12, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 12, 1987:
- Mookie blaylock sets nba record of 13 steals in a game.
- Rollermania at madison square garden, eastern express beats midwest pioneers.
December 12, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 12th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 12, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 12, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 12th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 12, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 12, 1987 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 12, 1987 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 December 12, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 10:23 pm and setting at 12:15 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 05, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jan 04, 1988.
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Who was born on December 12, 1987?
Famous people born on December 12, 1987:
- Philly McMahon
Philly McMahon is a talented footballer known for his skills on the field.
- Kate Todd
Tv actress.
- Farah Dhukai
Youtube star.
- Jack De Sena
American voice and screen actor.
- Marte Eberson
Norwegian composer and keyboard player (morning has occurred, highasakite).
- Johana Ordóñez
- Sibel Redžep
- François Sakama
- Andrés Elionai Sánchez
- Ronald Ketjijere
- James Washington
- Stephan Andrist
- Adam Larsen Kwarasey
- Juan Manuel Cano
- Cédric Baseya
- Jorge Córdoba
- Calvin Kadi
- Almat Kebispayev
- Lao Lishi
Whose famous birthday is on December 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 12th:
![Frank Sinatra]()
Frank SinatraAmerican legend, who was a singer and also had a successful career in tv and movies.
![Jennifer Connelly]()
Jennifer ConnellyMovie actress.
![Dionne Warwick]()
Dionne WarwickAmerican singer and recording artist.
![Mädchen Amick]()
Mädchen AmickAmerican actress and director.
![Connie Francis]()
Connie FrancisCountry singer.
![Bill Nighy]()
Bill NighyBritish actor known for his roles in 'Love Actually' and the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series.
![Regina Hall]()
Regina HallRegina Hall is a versatile actress known for her roles in comedy and drama films.
![Bob Barker]()
Bob BarkerBarker, an american tv personality and host of "the price is right", was the host of the game show for more than three decades.
![Tom Wilkinson]()
Tom WilkinsonEnglish actor (b. 1948).
![Robert Lepage]()
Robert LepageFrench canadian playwright.
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December 12, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 4 months old,
or 436 months and 14 days old,
or 1897 weeks and 6 days old,
or 13285 days old,
if you were born on December 12, 1987.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 December 12, 1987?
There are 230 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 12, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 12, 1987.
December 12, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 12, 1987:
- Clifton Chenier
Clifton Chenier was a Grammy Award-winning musician known as the 'King of Zydeco'.
- Louis de Meester
Composer dies at 83.
- Enrique Jorrin
Cuban composer and musician (born 1926).
- Nolan Leary
- Giovanni Corona
What famous deaths happened on December 12th?
Famous deaths on December 12th:
![Vicente Fernández]()
Vicente FernándezVicente Fernández is a Mexican singer, actor, and businessman who founded the successful Grupo Fernández conglomerate.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksAmerican actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.
![Tallulah Bankhead]()
Tallulah BankheadAmerican actress who appeared on film and stage.
![Danny Aiello]()
Danny AielloDanny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.
![Anne Baxter]()
Anne BaxterFrank lloyd wright's daughter is an american actress, author, and noted family.
![Peter Boyle]()
Peter BoyleAmerican actor (d. 2006).
![Audrey Totter]()
Audrey TotterJoliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).
![Van Johnson]()
Van JohnsonAmerican actor.
![Annette Stroyberg]()
Annette StroybergDanish actress (b. 1936).
![Ann Reinking]()
Ann ReinkingAmerican actress, dancer, and choreographer (d. 2020).
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December 12, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 12, 1987:
- R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Also see December 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Kenya - Jamhuri Day: Independence Day (from Britain, 1963)
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Masá'il (Questions) - First day of the 15th month of the Bahá'f Calendar
Observances on December 12, 1987:
- International Universal Health Coverage Day
- International Day of Neutrality
December 12, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 12, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 7th and December 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 12, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 12, 1987 was Faith by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week December 7th and December 13th.
December 12, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 12, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 7th and December 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Faith
- Belinda Carlisle - Heaven Is A Place On Earth
- Richard Marx - Should've Known Better
- Bill Medley - (I've Had) The Time Of My Life
- Whitesnake - Is This Love
December 12, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 12, 1987 was Always On My Mind by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week December 7th and December 13th.
December 12, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 12, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 7th and December 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pet Shop Boys - Always On My Mind
- T'Pau - China In Your Hand
- Rick Astley - When I Fall In Love
- The Pogues featuring Kirsty MacColl - Fairytale Of New York
- Michael Jackson - The Way You Make Me Feel
December 12, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 12, 1987 was System of Survival by Earth, Wind & Fire, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 7th and December 13th.
December 12, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 12, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 7th and December 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Earth, Wind & Fire - System of Survival
- Stevie Wonder - Skeletons
- Roger - I Want To Be Your Man
- Alexander O'Neal - Criticize
- Levert - My Forever Love
December 12, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 12, 1987 was Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 7th and December 13th.
December 12, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 12, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 7th and December 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS
- Beatriz Adriana - La luna sera la luna
- Roberto Carlos - Negra
- Julio Iglesias - Que no se rompa la noche
- Jose Feliciano - PONTE A CANTAR
December 12, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 12, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Good Morning, Vietnam
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Barry Levinson
Starring: Robin Williams, Forest Whitaker, Tung Thanh Tran, Chintara Sukapatana
Country: United States of America
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Overboard
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Garry Marshall
Starring: Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Edward Herrmann, Katherine Helmond
Country: United States of America
*batteries not included
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Matthew Robbins
Starring: Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frank McRae, Elizabeth Peña
Country: United States of America
December 12, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 12, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Finders Keepers
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Bryan Carberry
Anime san jushi
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa
Worzel Gummidge Down Under
Release year: 1987
December 12, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 12, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Polar Express
By: Chris Van Allsburg
Remember that there is so much wonder in the world. This holiday season, remind yourself to look for it and listen to what it has to say. This limited edition, lavish box set will bring magic to your home and …
Misery
By: Stephen King
This is the #1 national bestseller about a famous author held captive by his "number 1 fan" and suffering from a terrifying case of writer's blocks--which could prove fatal.
The Great Depression Of 1990
By: Ravi Batra
Jacket Flap: "The Great Depression of 90" is a startling revelation, bold in its predictions and overwhelming convincing in the evidence. It shows that we are heading toward an
Rubber Legs And White Tail-Hairs
By: Patrick F. McManus
America's favourite outdoor humorist returns with a new collection of stories. He brings back old friends and takes readers to exotic locations outdoors.
Patriot Games
By: Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy is the #1 New York Times bestselling Jack Ryan author. This book includes his most recent blockbusters Command Authority, Threat Vector and a riveting story about the Ryan family.
December 12, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 12, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
4th & Inches
Dragon Scroll
Bases Loaded
221B Baker Street
Alex Kidd BMX Trial
Who was the US President on December 12, 1987?
On December 12, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1987?
On December 12, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 12, 1987?
On December 12, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 12th?
December 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of December. 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 December 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the afghan national army leaves the western shib koh district, after the government failed in its duty to replenish troops there. the taliban now control the district that borders iran. (reuters) the taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack that left 12 dead, 8 of them civilians in kabul.
- 2017 - Unibail-rodamco buys westfield corporation, a shopping mall owner, for $15.7 billion
- 2016 - December 2016 istanbul bombings: according to recep akdag, the death toll from the bombings at besiktas (istanbul) has risen to at least 44. (anadolu agency). at least 118 hdp supporters and officials were arrested in anti-terrorism raids. hdp denies any connection with the pkk and kurdistan freedom falcons. (reuters),
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for December 1987?
December 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
