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May 18, 1983 was the 138th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 18, 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 May 18, 1983, who was born and died on May 18, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 18, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Let's Dance by David Bowie), movies (e.g. Tenebre, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Shades Of Darkness) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 18th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 18, 1983?
- May 18, 1983: What happened on that day?
- May 18, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 18, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 18, 1983?
- May 18, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 18, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- May 18, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- May 18, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 18, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 18, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 18, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 18, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on May 18, 1983?
What day of the week was May 18, 1983?
May 18, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 138th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 18, 1983 can also be written as 5/18/1983 in the US and as 18/5/1983 in UK and Europe.
May 18, 1983: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 18, 1983:
- Us senate revises immigration laws, gives millions of illegal aliens legal status under an amnesty program.
May 18, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th 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 18, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 18th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 18, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 18, 1983 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 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 May 18, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 11:11 am and setting at 02:02 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 1983 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 1983.
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Who was born on May 18, 1983?
Famous people born on May 18, 1983:
- Lazette Chamberlain
Renowned basketball player known for her exceptional skills on the court.
- Shenay Kapoor
Shenay Kapoor is a climatologist who has contributed to the understanding of climate change and its impact on the environment.
- Sharetha Kapoor
Sharetha Kapoor is the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of a successful fintech company that is revolutionizing the way people manage...
- Rashada Wilkins
Rashada Wilkins is an accomplished entrepreneur and the CEO of a fast-growing startup.
- Joriel Eriksson
Joriel Eriksson is a Swedish entrepreneur and the founder of a successful e-commerce startup.
- Majesta Takahashi
Majesta Takahashi is a successful entrepreneur who founded a innovative technology company that has disrupted its industry.
- Talani Patel
Talani Patel is an Indian entrepreneur who founded a successful e-commerce platform focused on sustainable products.
- Surah Sharma
Surah Sharma is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of a successful fintech startup.
- Ashara Sharma
Ashara Sharma is an Indian entrepreneur and the founder of a successful startup in the renewable energy sector.
- Jyron Patel
Jyron Patel is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology company that provides innovative solutions to the healthcare industry.
- Lavaeh Sharifian
Lavaeh Sharifian is an Iranian-Canadian entrepreneur who has founded a successful e-learning platform that serves students and professionals...
- Jaquil Patel
Jaquil Patel is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology company that provides innovative solutions to the healthcare industry.
- Caliya Sharma
Caliya Sharma is a successful entrepreneur who has founded a technology company that provides innovative solutions to businesses.
- Shantana Rao
Shantana Rao is an Indian entrepreneur who founded a successful technology company.
- Ambrie Patel
Ambrie Patel is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology company that provides innovative solutions to the healthcare industry.
- Matisha Patel
Matisha Patel is an Indian-American entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup.
- Joscelynn Patel
Joscelynn Patel is an Indian-American entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup.
- Qianna Nguyen
Qianna Nguyen is an entrepreneur who founded a successful tech company focused on sustainable solutions.
Whose famous birthday is on May 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 18th:
![Pope John Paul II]()
Pope John Paul IIPope john paul ii was the head of the catholic church from 1978 until his death in 2005, and is known for his role in ending communist rule...
![Perry Como]()
Perry ComoPerry como was an american singer known for his relaxed and smooth vocal style, and for hits like 'catch a falling star' and 'magic...
![Tina Fey]()
Tina FeyAmerican comedian, writer, and producer.
![Charles Trenet]()
Charles TrenetFrench actor, singer and songwriter.
![George Strait]()
George StraitAmerican country western star and country music association award winner.
![Diane McBain]()
Diane McBainAmerican actress.
![Alana Stewart]()
Alana StewartAmerican model, before she married george hamilton with whom she had a son named ashley.
![Miriam Margolyes]()
Miriam MargolyesBritish-Australian actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and stage.
![Matt Long]()
Matt LongAmerican actor.
![Dwayne Hickman]()
Dwayne HickmanAmerican child actor, darryl, and his older brother, were driven by stage mothers.
May 18, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 11 months old,
or 491 months
or 2135 weeks and 1 day old,
or 14946 days old,
if you were born on May 18, 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 May 18, 1983?
There are 30 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 18, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 18, 1983.
May 18, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 18, 1983:
- Walter Maurer
What famous deaths happened on May 18th?
Famous deaths on May 18th:
![Jill Ireland]()
Jill IrelandBritish actress who has been playing lead roles since the 1950s.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Alexander Godunov]()
Alexander GodunovRussian-american actor and ballet dancer; defected to america 8/21/1979.
![Steve Forrest]()
Steve ForrestAmerican drummer (placebo).
![Elisha Cook]()
Elisha CookJr.
![Arthur O'Connell]()
Arthur O'ConnellAmerican actor (born in 1908).
![Edwina Booth]()
Edwina BoothAmerican memoirist and biographer.
![Bridgette Andersen]()
Bridgette AndersenAmerican actress (born 1975).
- Jdyn Smith
Pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics.
May 18, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 18, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 18, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 18, 1983 was Let's Dance by David Bowie, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 18, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 18, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- David Bowie - Let's Dance
- Michael Jackson - Beat It
- Irene Cara - Flashdance...What A Feeling
- Men At Work - Overkill
- Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me With Science
May 18, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 18, 1983 was True by Spandau Ballet, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 18, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 18, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Spandau Ballet - True
- New Edition - Candy Girl
- Heaven 17 - Temptation
- The Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination
- Galaxy featuring Phil Fearon - Dancing Tight
May 18, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 18, 1983 was Beat It by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 18, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 18, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Beat It
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Save The Overtime (For Me)
- The Isley Brothers - Between The Sheets
- New Edition - Candy Girl
- Mtume - Juicy Fruit
May 18, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 18, 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
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
WarGames
Release year: 1983
Directed by: John Badham
Starring: Matthew Broderick, Ally Sheedy, John Wood, Dabney Coleman
Country: United States of America
Cross Creek
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Martin Ritt
Starring: Mary Steenburgen, Rip Torn, Peter Coyote, Dana Hill
May 18, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 18, 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:
Shades of Darkness
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Ian Adema
No Excuses
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Miguel Gaudencio
The Time of Your Life
Release year: 1983
Directed by: H.C. Potter
Dream House
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Jim Sheridan
Miyuki
Release year: 1983
Directed by: LLC RSquaredFilms
May 18, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 18, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
The Delta Star
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Missy Moonbeam, a prostitute, falls from the Wonderland Hotel's roof. In her diary, she also includes the number for Caltech, America's most prestigious scientific institution.
The Diet Center Program
By: Sybil Ferguson
This article explains the five-phase diet system that was pioneered by the Diet Centre, which boasts over 2300 centers in America, England, and Australia.
Space
By: James A. Michener
James A. Michener, a well-known chronicler of epic events in world history, tackles the most challenging subject of his career: Space, the last great frontier.
Voice Of The Heart
By: Barbara Taylor Bradford
Katharine Tempest is a woman of unwavering passion and legendary allure. She rose from the obscurity to become one among the most sought-after actresses in her generation.
May 18, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 18, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
10-Yard Fight
Keystone Kapers
Digger
Felix and the Fruit Monsters
Bomberman
Who was the US President on May 18, 1983?
On May 18, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1983?
On May 18, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 18, 1983?
On May 18, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 18th?
May 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2019 - Eurovision song contest 2019, duncan laurence representing the netherlands wins the 2019 edition with "arcade". this is the first time that the country has won since 1975.
- 2018 - Santa fe high school shooting: in texas, united states, a school shooting occurs at santa fe high school. twelve others are hurt and eight students are killed, along with two teachers. (ktrk-tv),
- 2017 - United states aircraft bombed a convoy belonging the syrian pro-government militia in a "deconfliction area" around al-tanf.
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 May 1983?
May 1983 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.
