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August 15, 1983 was the 227th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 15, 1983 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 15, 1983, who was born and died on August 15, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Breath You Take by The Police), movies (e.g. Tenebre, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Vom Webstuhl Zur Weltmacht) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 15, 1983?
- August 15, 1983: What happened on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 15, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 15, 1983?
- August 15, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 15, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- August 15, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 15, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 15, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on August 15, 1983?
What day of the week was August 15, 1983?
August 15, 1983 was a Monday and it was the 227th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 15, 1983 can also be written as 8/15/1983 in the US and as 15/8/1983 in UK and Europe.
August 15, 1983: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 15, 1983:
- Ramones guitarist joey ramone, beaten in fight-undergoes brain surgery
August 15, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th 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 15, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 15th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 15, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 15, 1983 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 1983 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 15, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 01:53 pm and setting at 12:07 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1983.
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Who was born on August 15, 1983?
Famous people born on August 15, 1983:
- Siobhan Chamberlain
English association football goalkeeper.
- Jancarlos de Oliveira Barros
Brazilian footballer (d. 2013).
- Yōko Honda
Japanese voice actress.
- Timati
Russian rapper producer and actor.
- Mila Kunis
Actress.
- Sunidhi Chauhan
Musician.
- Tom Lass
- Anne-Caroline Graffe
- Khaled Khalaf
- Jean-Marc Marino
- Luke McCormick
- Larry O'Bannon
- Park Hye-won
- Marco Peruzzi
- James Willstrop
- Alexandre Afonso da Silva
- Jancarlos
- Alain Cantareil
Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:
![Jennifer Lawrence]()
Jennifer LawrenceAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.
![Ben Affleck]()
Ben AffleckAmerican actor.
![Debra Messing]()
Debra MessingDebra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.
![Anthony Anderson]()
Anthony AndersonAnthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.
![Nino Ferrer]()
Nino FerrerPop music songwriter and singer from italy.
![Julia Child]()
Julia ChildAmerican chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.
![Stieg Larsson]()
Stieg LarssonSwedish journalist and writer.
![Mike Connors]()
Mike ConnorsTouch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.
![Zeljko Ivanek]()
Zeljko IvanekLujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).
![Wendy Hiller]()
Wendy HillerEngland, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).
August 15, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 8 months old,
or 488 months and 5 days old,
or 2122 weeks and 5 days old,
or 14859 days old,
if you were born on August 15, 1983.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 15, 1983?
There are 117 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 15, 1983.
August 15, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 15, 1983:
- Benjamin V Cohen
At 88, the us author of new deal-legislation dies.
- Anthony Costello
Actor (blue) dies at 42.
- Marc Porel
- Miquel Crusafont i Pairó
- Antonio Ambrosini
- Antonia Tejera Reyes
- Jiří Zástěra
What famous deaths happened on August 15th?
Famous deaths on August 15th:
![Jan Kiepura]()
Jan KiepuraSosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").
![August Schellenberg]()
August SchellenbergCanadian-american actor (d. 2013.
![Paul Lukas]()
Paul LukasActor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.
- Lavante Dubois
Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
- Mckenleigh Avery
Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.
- Lancer Sharma
Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
- Jyron Fitzgerald
Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.
- Elfida Vargas
Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.
- Rahi Masoom Reza
Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.
- Severus Levy
Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 15th
August 15, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 15, 1983:
- Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
- Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
- Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
- RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
- Acadie ? National Day
- Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
- India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
- Korea ? Liberation Day
- Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
- Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
August 15, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 15, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 15th and August 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 15, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Police - Every Breath You Take
- Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
- Michael Sembello - Maniac
- Stevie Nicks - Stand Back
August 15, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- KC & The Sunshine Band - Give It Up
- Spandau Ballet - Gold
- Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
- Wham! - Club Tropicana
- Freeez - IOU
August 15, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1983 was Get It Right by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
- Midnight Star - Freak-A-Zoid
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
- The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
- Rick James - Cold Blooded
August 15, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 15, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tenebre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo
Country: Italy
Suburbia
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Penelope Spheeris
Starring: Chris Pedersen, Bill Coyne, Jennifer Clay, Timothy O'Brien
Zeder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco
Country: Italy
Hercules
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Luigi Cozzi
Starring: Gianni Garko, Gabriella Giorgelli, Delia Boccardo, Rossana Podestà, Sybil Danning, Lou Ferrigno, Claudio Cassinelli, Brad Harris, William Berger, Mirella D'Angelo, Raf Baldassarre, Stelio Candelli
Country: Italy
Mr. Mom
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Stan Dragoti
Starring: Michael Keaton, Teri Garr, Frederick Koehler, Taliesin Jaffe
Country: United States of America
August 15, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 15, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht
Release year: 1983
Moschops
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Jim Trainor
Shades of Darkness
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Ian Adema
August 15, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 15, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Out On A Limb
By: Shirley MacLaine
This is her most controversial book, and it will be a classic. Shirley MacLaine is a controversial thinker, an actress of distinction, and a woman who has forged her own path.
The One Minute Manager
By: Kenneth Blanchard and Spencer Johnson
Millions of managers from Fortune 500 companies and small business nationwide have used The One Minute Manager's methods for more than 20 years. This has helped them increase their productivity, job satisfaction, personal and professional relationships, and in turn, increased …
The Valley Of Horses
By: Jean M. Auel
This extraordinary journey into the distant past takes us back to the amazing mysteries of The Clan of the Cave Bear's exotic, primeval world, and to Ayla now a young, brave woman.
Return Of The Jedi
By: Joan D. Vinge
Luke Skywalker, his Rebel Alliance friends and a sequel to "The Star Wars Storybook and "The Empire Strikes Back Storybook", devise a bold plan to defeat the Empire and its evil leaders Darth Vader (and the Emperor) in this daring …
August 15, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 15, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cuthbert Goes Walkabout
Ah Diddums
Guzzler
Ant Attack
Felix and the Fruit Monsters
Who was the US President on August 15, 1983?
On August 15, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1983?
On August 15, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 15, 1983?
On August 15, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 15th?
August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
- 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
- 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.
What happened in 1983?
1983 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
- Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
- Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal
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What was the calendar for August 1983?
August 1983 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.
