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May 16, 1987 was the 136th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 16, 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 May 16, 1987, who was born and died on May 16, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. With Or Without You by U2), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Roxie) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 16, 1987?
- May 16, 1987: What happened on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 16, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 16, 1987?
- May 16, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 16, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- May 16, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 16, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 16, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on May 16, 1987?
What day of the week was May 16, 1987?
May 16, 1987 was a Saturday and it was the 136th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 16, 1987 can also be written as 5/16/1987 in the US and as 16/5/1987 in UK and Europe.
May 16, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 16, 1987:
- Bobro 400, a barge carrying 3,200 tons of garbage, sets sail from new york, beginning an unsuccesful eight-week search for a dumping site.
- Mystery of edwin drood closes at imperial nyc after 608 performances
- Rocker david crosby weds jan dance in la
- Weird al yankovic performs live at 72nd national orange show
- 113th preakness: chris mccarron aboard alysheba wins in 1:55.8.
- The old san francisco mint museum opens to the public.
May 16, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 16, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 16th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 16, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 16, 1987 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 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 May 16, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 11:16 pm and setting at 09:08 am.
The previous full moon was on May 13, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 1987.
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Who was born on May 16, 1987?
Famous people born on May 16, 1987:
- Can Bonomo
Turkish singer.
- TJ Bell
Tj bell is a guitarist known for his work in the rock band escape the fate.
- Tom Onslow-Cole
English race car driver.
- Andy Murray
Athlete.
- Claudia Suárez
- Robyn Decker
- Cătălin Dedu
- Carlos Fidalgo
- Jordi Figueras
- Marcio Lassiter
- Khaled Al-Zylaeei
- Denys Molčanov
- Shunsuke Nagasaki
- Artak Òseyan
- Bernardo Sousa
- Wu Peng
- Jana Julie Schölermann
- Victoria Mas
- Afonso Carson
Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:
![Megan Fox]()
Megan FoxAmerican actress and model.
![Pierce Brosnan]()
Pierce BrosnanHe is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
![Janet Jackson]()
Janet JacksonAmerican actress and recording artist.
![Melanie Lynskey]()
Melanie LynskeyMelanie lynskey is a new zealand actress known for her roles in films such as heavenly creatures and tv shows like two and a half men.
![Tori Spelling]()
Tori SpellingAmerican actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Joseph Morgan]()
Joseph MorganJoseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...
![Thomas Brodie-Sangster]()
Thomas Brodie-SangsterThomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.
![Danny Trejo]()
Danny TrejoDanny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.
![David Boreanaz]()
David BoreanazDavid boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.
May 16, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 11 months old,
or 443 months and 7 days old,
or 1927 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13492 days old,
if you were born on May 16, 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 May 16, 1987?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 16, 1987.
May 16, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 16, 1987:
- Mino Doletti
What famous deaths happened on May 16th?
Famous deaths on May 16th:
![Jim Henson]()
Jim HensonAmerican puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
![Andy Kaufman]()
Andy KaufmanAmerican actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
![Ronnie James Dio]()
Ronnie James DioAmerican heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).
![Alain Cuny]()
Alain CunyFrench actor.
![Irwin Shaw]()
Irwin ShawAmerican writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).
![Marisa Mell]()
Marisa MellAustrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.
- Verley Tinsley
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.
- Camala Markandaya
Camala Markandaya was a renowned Indian novelist who explored themes of cultural conflict and social change.
- Romaldo Giurgola
Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.
May 16, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 16, 1987:
- Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
- Teacher's Day in Malaysia.
Observances on May 16, 1987:
- International Day of Living Together in Peace
- International Day of Light [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 16, 1987:
- Saint HonorT of Amiens
- Saint Andrew Bobola
- Saint Ubaldus
- Saint Simon Stock
- Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
- Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
May 16, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 16, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 11th and May 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1987 was With Or Without You by U2, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 16, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- U2 - With Or Without You
- Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
- Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Chris DeBurgh - The Lady In Red
May 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1987 was Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 16, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
- Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
- Tom Jones - A Boy From Nowhere
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Labi Siffre - (Something Inside) So Strong
May 16, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 1987 was Always by Atlantic Starr, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 16, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 16, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Atlantic Starr - Always
- Smokey Robinson - Just To See Her
- Cameo - Back And Forth
- Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
- Surface - Happy
May 16, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 16, 1987 was En bancarrota by Braulio, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 16, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 16, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Braulio - En bancarrota
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Emmanuel - Es mi mujer
- Lucia Mendez - Castigame
- Veronica Castro - Macumba
May 16, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 16, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Summer Heat
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Michie Gleason
Starring: Lori Singer, Anthony Edwards, Bruce Abbott, Kathy Bates
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Beverly Hills Cop II
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Tony Scott
Starring: Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, Jürgen Prochnow, Ronny Cox
Country: United States of America
Intervista
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Federico Fellini
Starring: Sergio Rubini, Antonella Ponziani, Maurizio Mein, Paola Liguori
Country: Italy
May 16, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 16, 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:
Roxie
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Nick Frangione
Albert Schweitzer
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gavin Millar
May 16, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 16, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Glory Days
By: Dave Marsh
How did Bruce Springsteen, a critically acclaimed rocker, achieve icon status in 1980s? Glory Days is filled with candid comments by Springsteen, an behind-the scenes perspective and perceptive commentary. It chronicles both Bossmania as well as Glory Days.
The Eyes Of The Dragon
By: Stephen King
Once Upon a Time there was terror...The Eyes of the DragonA story of archetypal heroes, sweeping adventures, of princes and dragons, this epic fantasy is as Stephen can create.
Destiny
By: Sally Beauman
Helene and Edward. It was more than a coincidence that they met. It was more than just passion when they fell in love. They thought they had lost it all.
When Society Becomes An Addict
By: Anne Wilson Schaef
A sharp look at the addiction system that is pervasive in Western society today.
May 16, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 16, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Dark Sceptre
ATV Simulator
Baseball The Season II
Indiana Jones in Revenge of the Ancients
Bionic Commando
Who was the US President on May 16, 1987?
On May 16, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1987?
On May 16, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 16, 1987?
On May 16, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 16th?
May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of May. 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 May 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
- 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),
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 May 1987?
May 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
