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December 13, 1984 was the 348th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 13, 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 December 13, 1984, who was born and died on December 13, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 13, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Out Of Touch by Daryl Hall & John Oates), movies (e.g. Birdy, directed by Alan Parker), TV series (e.g. Pogo 1104) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 13th, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 13, 1984?
- December 13, 1984: What happened on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 13, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 13, 1984?
- December 13, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 13, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- December 13, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 13, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 13, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on December 13, 1984?
What day of the week was December 13, 1984?
December 13, 1984 was a Thursday and it was the 348th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 13, 1984 can also be written as 12/13/1984 in the US and as 13/12/1984 in UK and Europe.
December 13, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 13, 1984:
- Artificial heart recipient william schroeder suffers first stroke.
December 13, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 13th 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 13, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 13, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 13th, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 13, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 13, 1984 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 13, 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 December 13, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 09:55 pm and setting at 12:00 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1985.
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Who was born on December 13, 1984?
Famous people born on December 13, 1984:
- Santi Cazorla
Spanish footballer.
- Amal El-Mohtar
Award-winning author known for her speculative fiction works.
- Hanna-Maria Seppälä
Finnish freestyle swimmer.
- Alina Vacariu
- Jens Portin
- Irakli Turmanidze
- Giulia Carcasi
- Jed Zayner
- Jo Yong-ho
- Michal Kadlec
- Salvis Mētra
Whose famous birthday is on December 13th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 13th:
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Taylor SwiftAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Christopher Plummer]()
Christopher PlummerChristopher Plummer was a Canadian actor known for his versatile performances in films such as 'The Sound of Music', 'Beginners', and 'The...
![Jamie Foxx]()
Jamie FoxxAcademy Award-winning actor known for his roles in films like 'Ray' and 'Django Unchained'.
![Steve Buscemi]()
Steve BuscemiVersatile actor known for his work in films like 'Fargo' and 'Reservoir Dogs.
![Dick Van Dyke]()
Dick Van DykeRenowned actor known for his roles in Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
![Laurence Leboeuf]()
Laurence LeboeufCanadian actress.
![Tony Curran]()
Tony CurranScottish actor.
![Jim Davidson]()
Jim DavidsonEnglish comedian, a cheeky cockney.
![Herman Cain]()
Herman CainAmerican political activist and businessman.
![Johnny Whitaker]()
Johnny WhitakerAmerican actor and singer, best known for his performances on television and film during his childhood.
See more famous people and celebrities born on December 13th
December 13, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 4 months old,
or 472 months and 7 days old,
or 2053 weeks and 2 days old,
or 14373 days old,
if you were born on December 13, 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 December 13, 1984?
There are 237 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 13th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 13, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 13, 1984.
December 13, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 13, 1984:
- Amerigo Tot
- Pierre Martin Ngô Đình Thục
- Rosa Kellner
- Antonio Tovar
- Vicente Aleixandre
What famous deaths happened on December 13th?
Famous deaths on December 13th:
![Smita Patil]()
Smita PatilRenowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
![Heather Angel]()
Heather AngelOxford, england -- actress (informer last of mohicans).
![Kathy Staff]()
Kathy StaffBritish actress (born 1928).
![Lupe Velez]()
Lupe VelezMexican-american actress, who was a fiery star in the '30s & '40s.
- Sanuel Johnson
Renowned English writer and lexicographer.
- Vasily Kandinsky
Russian painter and art theorist, credited with painting some of the first purely abstract works.
- Richard Holbrooke
Richard Holbrooke was an American diplomat and journalist who served as the United States Special Representative for Afghanistan and...
- Deny Johnson
Olympic gold medalist sprinter known for his speed and agility.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 13th
December 13, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 13, 1984:
- Roman festivals - Tellus was worshipped in the district Carinae at the Esquiline Hill, and a lectisternium or table was spread for Ceres.
- R.C. Saints - memorial of Saint Lucy
- Also see December 13 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- In the Julian calendar before the Gregorian reform, this was the shortest day and longest night, and widely celebrated as such
- In the Irish calendar the Wednesday, Friday and Saturday following the Feast of Saint Lucy were observed as Quarter tense.
- Malta - Republic Day (since 1974)
- St. Lucia's Day in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.
December 13, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 13, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 10th and December 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 13, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 13, 1984 was Out Of Touch by Daryl Hall & John Oates, according to the music chart for the week December 10th and December 16th.
December 13, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 13, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 10th and December 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Daryl Hall & John Oates - Out Of Touch
- Duran Duran - Wild Boys
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
- Chaka Khan - I Feel For You
- The Honeydrippers - Sea Of Love
December 13, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 13, 1984 was Do They Know It's Christmas? by Band Aid, according to the music chart for the week December 10th and December 16th.
December 13, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 13, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 10th and December 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - The Power Of Love
- Wham! - Last Christmas / Everything She Wants
- Paul McCartney & The Frog Chorus - We All Stand Together
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
December 13, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 13, 1984 was Solid by Ashford & Simpson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 10th and December 16th.
December 13, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 13, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 10th and December 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ashford & Simpson - Solid
- Midnight Star - Operator
- Glenn Jones - Show Me
- Whodini - Friends/Five Minutes Of Funk
- Force M.D.'s - Tears
December 13, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 13, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Birdy
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Alan Parker
Starring: Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron
Johnny Dangerously
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Starring: Michael Keaton, Joe Piscopo, Marilu Henner, Maureen Stapleton
The River
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Mark Rydell
Starring: Mel Gibson, Sissy Spacek, Shane Bailey, Becky Jo Lynch
The Flamingo Kid
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Garry Marshall
Starring: Matt Dillon, Hector Elizondo, Molly McCarthy, Martha Gehman
Protocol
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Herbert Ross
Starring: Goldie Hawn, Chris Sarandon, Richard Romanus, Andre Gregory
December 13, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 13, 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:
Pogo 1104
Release year: 1984
Fast Forward
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Pushing Up Daisies
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Selina Barker
Lucky Luke
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Terence Hill
Mensch Bachmann
Release year: 1984
December 13, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 13, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Illusions Of Love
By: Cynthia Freeman
Can we control our destiny? Are we able to alter our destiny? Cynthia Freeman's New York Times bestseller will appeal to anyone who has ever wished for a second chance.
The Bridge Across Forever
By: Richard Bach
The New York Times Bestseller List for more than a year! Richard Bach's classic and inspiring love story of hope and love "We're the bridge across forever, arching above and adventuring for the sea,"
So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish
By: Douglas Adams
Arthur Dent, who returned to Earth with little more than a ratty towel, a plastic shopping bag and a long, bizarre trip through time, has nothing to show for it.
Elvis Is Dead And I Don'T Feel So Good Myself
By: Lewis Grizzard
It was easy to grow up in the 1950s. Lewis Grizzard, his friends, and "gallivanting" was simply hanging out at the local grocery, eating Zagnut candy bars and drinking "Big Orange stomachwashers."
The Weaker Vessel
By: Antonia Fraser
"An almost encyclopedic record of women in 17th-century England...wives and warriors, heiresses or preachers... alive with Anecdote After Anecdote." New York Times Book Review
December 13, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 13, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Beyond Castle Wolfenstein
Donald Duck's Playground
Bozo's Night Out
Break Dance Breakdance
Grobda
Who was the US President on December 13, 1984?
On December 13, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1984?
On December 13, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 13, 1984?
On December 13, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 13th?
December 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th 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 13th, such as:
- 2018 - Conflict in northern mali: around 42 people are killed by jihadists riding motorcycles in an attack on tuareg camps in mali.
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: at least 30 people were killed in air strikes by the saudi-led coalition against a rebel police camp in yemen's capital sanaa.
- 2016 - Botroseya church bombing: the islamic state of iraq and the levant claimed responsibility for the bombing of the egyptian coptic church in cairo, which claimed 25 lives on the 11th of december.
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 December 1984?
December 1984 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.
