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August 17, 1984 was the 230th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 17, 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 August 17, 1984, who was born and died on August 17, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr.), movies (e.g. Old Enough, directed by Marisa Silver), TV series (e.g. Vereda Tropical) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 17, 1984?
- August 17, 1984: What happened on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 17, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 17, 1984?
- August 17, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 17, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- August 17, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 17, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 17, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on August 17, 1984?
What day of the week was August 17, 1984?
August 17, 1984 was a Friday and it was the 230th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 17, 1984 can also be written as 8/17/1984 in the US and as 17/8/1984 in UK and Europe.
August 17, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 17, 1984:
- Pete rose returns to cincinnati reds as player-manager (gets two hits).
- Peru recognizes the sahrawi arab democratic republic (sadr).
August 17, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th 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 17, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 17, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 17, 1984 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 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 August 17, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 10:25 pm and setting at 12:42 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 11, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 1984.
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Who was born on August 17, 1984?
Famous people born on August 17, 1984:
- Liam Heath
British sprint canoeist.
- Garrett Wolfe
American football player.
- Oksana Domnina
Russian ice dancer.
- Dee Brown
American basketball player.
- Claudemir Ferreira da Silva
- Andreas Holmberg
- Aleksandre K'vakhadze
- Cédric Lachat
- Brady Murray
- Lars Elton Myhre
- Brandon Thomas
- Raphael Bob-Waksberg
- Sérgio Rocha
- Sergio Rodríguez García
- Cristian Pulhac
- Nathalie Alibert
Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:
![Robert De Niro]()
Robert De NiroAmerican actor, director, and businessman.
![Sean Penn]()
Sean PennAmerican actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).
![Donnie Wahlberg]()
Donnie WahlbergAmerican musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.
![Belinda Carlisle]()
Belinda CarlisleAmerican musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...
![Yû Aoi]()
Yû AoiYû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.
![Austin Butler]()
Austin ButlerAustin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.
![Maureen O'Hara]()
Maureen O'HaraAn irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
![Brady Corbet]()
Brady CorbetBrady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCroryBritish actress (b. 1968).
![Julian Fellowes]()
Julian FellowesEnglish actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.
August 17, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 8 months old,
or 476 months and 2 days old,
or 2070 weeks
or 14490 days old,
if you were born on August 17, 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 August 17, 1984?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 17, 1984.
August 17, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 17, 1984:
- Holly Roffey
The youngest heart transplantee, who dies after 4 weeks.
- Rinaldo Donzelli
- Luis Franco Cascón
- Bruno Premiani
- Hammie Nixon
What famous deaths happened on August 17th?
Famous deaths on August 17th:
![Billy Murray]()
Billy MurraySinger (denver nightengale), dies at 77.
![Pearl Bailey]()
Pearl BaileyAmerican entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.
![Vivian Vance]()
Vivian VanceBeloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.
![Yvonne Craig]()
Yvonne CraigYvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.
![Richard Barthelmess]()
Richard BarthelmessActor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.
- Draydon Carter
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Pandit Jasraj
Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
- Odai Barakat
Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Liviya Gershwin
Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
- Azaylea Frost
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.
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August 17, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 17, 1984:
- Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
- Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
August 17, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 17, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 13th and August 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 17, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 1984 was Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr., according to the music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 17, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 17, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- Jacksons - State Of Shock
- Prince - When Doves Cry
- Lionel Richie - Stuck On You
August 17, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 1984 was Careless Whisper by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 17, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 17, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Careless Whisper
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes
- Black Lace - Agadoo
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax
August 17, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 17, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 17, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Prince - When Doves Cry
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- The Jacksons - State of Shock
- Ollie And Jerry - Breakin'...there's No Stopping Us
August 17, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 17, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Old Enough
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Marisa Silver
Starring: Sarah Boyd, Rainbow Harvest, Neill Barry, Alyssa Milano
Sam's Son
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Michael Landon
Starring: Eli Wallach, Anne Jackson, Timothy Patrick Murphy, Hallie Todd
Dreamscape
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Joseph Ruben
Starring: Dennis Quaid, Max von Sydow, Christopher Plummer, Eddie Albert
The Woman in Red
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Gene Wilder
Starring: Gene Wilder, Kelly LeBrock, Charles Grodin, Joseph Bologna
Sheena
Release year: 1984
Directed by: John Guillermin
Starring: Tanya Roberts, Ted Wass, Donovan Scott, Elizabeth of Toro
August 17, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 17, 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:
Vereda Tropical
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Javier Torre
Voltron
Release year: 1984
Country: United States of America
August 17, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 17, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
First Lady From Plains
By: Rosalynn Carter
Rosalynn Carter's memoir is fascinating and compelling because she recognizes that she is part a distinguished historical tradition: The southern lady in politics.
Lincoln
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
Wired
By: Bob Woodward
Belushi An eccentric talent who is addicted to life and has a great appetite for drugs, food, pleasure, and food. Belushi The star who slipped to the bottom.
One Writer'S Beginnings
By: Eudora Welty
ONE WRITER'S BEGINNINGS EUDORA WELTY 1985 EDITION, NEW YORK TIMES SELLER.
First Among Equals
By: Jeffrey Archer
Charles Seymour is the second-born son of his father. He will never be an earl, but he did inherit the strength and will to fulfill his destiny...Simon
August 17, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 17, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Flightmare
Bouncing Babies
Music Construction Set
Dynamic Ski
Ninja Hayate
Who was the US President on August 17, 1984?
On August 17, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 1984?
On August 17, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 1984?
On August 17, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 17th?
August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
- 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
- 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).
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 August 1984?
August 1984 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.
