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January 16, 1985 was the 16th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is January 16, 1985 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 16, 1985, who was born and died on January 16, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 16, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Virgin by Madonna), movies (e.g. Phenomena, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Pushing Up Daisies) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 16th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 16, 1985?
- January 16, 1985: What happened on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 16, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 16, 1985?
- January 16, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 16, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- January 16, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- January 16, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 16, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 16, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on January 16, 1985?
What day of the week was January 16, 1985?
January 16, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 16th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 16, 1985 can also be written as 1/16/1985 in the US and as 16/1/1985 in UK and Europe.
January 16, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 16, 1985:
- Playboy announces end of stapling centerfolds
January 16, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th 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 16, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 16th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 16, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 16, 1985 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 1985 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 16, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 03:01 am and setting at 01:34 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jan 07, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Feb 05, 1985.
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Who was born on January 16, 1985?
Famous people born on January 16, 1985:
![Sidharth Malhotra]()
Sidharth MalhotraSidharth malhotra is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films.
- Joe Flacco
American football player.
- Aailyah Holt
Aailyah Holt is a contemporary American poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
- Pablo Zabaleta
Soccer player.
- Jayde Herrick
Australian cricketer.
- Twins Jonathan[57] and Simon Richter
[58] danish-gambian footballers.
- Gintaras Januševičius
Russian-lithuanian pianist.
- Simon Richter
Danish footballer.
- Jonathan Richter
Danish footballer.
- Renee Smith
Tv actress.
- Marc Reardon
- Fabio Santos
- Renée Felice Smith
- Lim Hyun-gyu
- Daniel Gordon
Whose famous birthday is on January 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 16th:
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Lin-Manuel MirandaLin-manuel miranda is a tony award-winning actor, composer, and lyricist, best known for creating and starring in the hit broadway musical...
![James May]()
James MayJames may is a british television presenter, journalist, and writer, best known for co-presenting the motoring show top gear.
![Vijay Sethupathi]()
Vijay SethupathiVijay sethupathi is an indian actor known for his work in tamil cinema, gaining recognition for his versatile performances and...
![Richard Bohringer]()
Richard BohringerFrench-senegalese singer, actor, poet, and father to actress romane bohringer.
![Katy Jurado]()
Katy JuradoKaty jurado was a mexican actress known for her roles in classic western films such as high noon and broken lance.
![Josh Evans]()
Josh EvansAmerican actor, and a well-known family member, is the son of bob evans and ali mcgraw.
![John Carpenter]()
John CarpenterAmerican director of "dark star", "halloween", 1978, and "starman", 1984.
![Debbie Allen]()
Debbie AllenAmerican actress and dancer, younger sister to phylicia rashad.
![Ricardo Darín]()
Ricardo DarínArgentinian actor, director, and screenwriter.
![Laura Schlessinger]()
Laura SchlessingerAmerican radio personality and counselor.
January 16, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 3 months old,
or 471 months and 3 days old,
or 2048 weeks and 2 days old,
or 14338 days old,
if you were born on January 16, 1985.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 16, 1985?
There are 273 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 16th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 16, 1985.
January 16, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 16, 1985:
- Robert Fitzgerald
American poet, critic, and translator (d. 1985).
- Alessandro Blonksteiner
- Ruth Orkin
- Mario Palermo
What famous deaths happened on January 16th?
Famous deaths on January 16th:
![Carole Lombard]()
Carole LombardAmerican actress.
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
![Bernard Lee]()
Bernard LeeLondon, england -- actor in james bond movies (m).
![Prem Nazir]()
Prem NazirMalayalam actor (born in 1926).
- Akaya Kabila
Former President of a country in Africa.
- Alver Lindgren
Prolific playwright known for his impactful dramas.
- Rodrigues Alves
Former President of Brazil known for modernizing the country's infrastructure.
- Ndrew Wyeth
Renowned American realist painter known for his rural landscapes and portraits.
- Marjorie Williams
Marjorie Williams was an American journalist and political columnist who wrote for publications such as Vanity Fair and The Washington Post.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 16th
January 16, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 16, 1985:
- National Religious Freedom Day in the United States, to commemorate the adoption of Thomas Jefferson's landmark Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom in 1786
- Teacher's Day in Thailand
January 16, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 16, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 14th and January 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 16, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 16, 1985 was Like A Virgin by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.
January 16, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
- Jack Wagner - All I Need
- Chicago - You're The Inspiration
- Foreigner - I Want To Know What Love Is
- Philip Bailey - Easy Lover
January 16, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 16, 1985 was I Want To Know What Love Is by Foreigner, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.
January 16, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Foreigner - I Want To Know What Love Is
- Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?
- Wham! - Last Christmas / Everything She Wants
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
- Tears For Fears - Shout
January 16, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on January 16, 1985 was Operator by Midnight Star, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.
January 16, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on January 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Midnight Star - Operator
- Eugene Wilde - Gotta Get You Home Tonight
- The Temptations - Treat Her Like A Lady
- Stevie Wonder - Love Light In Flight
- Kool & The Gang - Misled
January 16, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 16, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Donald Pleasence, Daria Nicolodi, Fiore Argento
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi
Country: Italy
Maccheroni
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ettore Scola
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella
Country: Italy
Almost You
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Adam Brooks
Starring: Brooke Adams, Griffin Dunne, Karen Young, Marty Watt
Fandango
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Kevin Reynolds
Starring: Kevin Costner, Judd Nelson, Sam Robards, Chuck Bush
January 16, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 16, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Pushing Up Daisies
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Selina Barker
Fast Forward
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Pogo 1104
Release year: 1984
Drei reizende Schwestern
Release year: 1984
Club MTV
Release year: 1985
Starring: Rozie Bacchi, Downtown Julie Brown, Brigid Goode, Heather S. Michaels
Country: United States of America
January 16, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 16, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Strong Medicine
By: Arthur Hailey
Arthur Hailey, a master storyteller, takes readers behind-the scenes of the billion dollar pharmaceutical industry in his New York Times bestseller. It begins as a routine case: Mary Rowe is diagnosed with hepatitis.
Son Of The Morning Star
By: Evan S. Connell
Custer's Last Stand is one of the most significant events in American history. More than 100 years later, books are still being written and people continue to debate about it.
The Brain
By: Richard M. Restak
Richard Restak, a best-selling author and Neurologist, brings readers up-to-date with the latest scientific discoveries about the most complicated and mysterious object in creation--the brain.
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
The Fourth Protocol
By: Frederick Forsyth
It's a time of political turmoil in Great Britain. Behind the Iron Curtain, an insidious plot is being devised, a plan so dangerous that even the KGB is unaware of it.
January 16, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on January 16, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Borrowed Time
Norway 1985
Bounces
Be-Bop High School
Talisman
Who was the US President on January 16, 1985?
On January 16, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 16, 1985?
On January 16, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on January 16, 1985?
On January 16, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about January 16th?
January 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Manbij bombing: a suicide attack by isil in manbij, syria causes at least 19 deaths. two u.s. soldiers, one pentagon civilian and a civilian contractor were among the casualties. three other service members were also reported to have been wounded.
- 2018 - Aftermath of the caracas helicopter accident: yesterday's firefight between the venezuelan army and the venezuelan government resulted in oscar perez being killed. perez's family killed two police officers, seven members of his group, and six other members.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: deir ez-zor offensive (january-february 2017: isil's third attack on the syrian government's forces within the city of deir ez-zor reportedly divides the government-held area in half. according to the government, the attack involves approximately 14,000 isil fighters.
What happened in 1985?
1985 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
- Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead
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What was the calendar for January 1985?
January 1985 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.
