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December 20, 1988 was the 355th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 20, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 20, 1988, who was born and died on December 20, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 20, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison), movies (e.g. Touch of Death, directed by Lucio Fulci), TV series (e.g. Fauji) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 20th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 20, 1988?
- December 20, 1988: What happened on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 20, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 20, 1988?
- December 20, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 20, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- December 20, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 20, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 20, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 20, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on December 20, 1988?
What day of the week was December 20, 1988?
December 20, 1988 was a Tuesday and it was the 355th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 20, 1988 can also be written as 12/20/1988 in the US and as 20/12/1988 in UK and Europe.
December 20, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 20, 1988:
- Nbc signs lease to stay in new york city for 33 more years.
- Premier ranasinghe premadasa elected president of sri lanka.
- War on drugs: the united nations agrees upon and promulgates the united nations convention against illicit traffic in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, one of three major drug control treaties currently in force.
December 20, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 20th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 20, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 20, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 20th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 20, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 20, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 20, 1988 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 December 20, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 02:04 pm and setting at 05:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 23, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Dec 23, 1988.
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Who was born on December 20, 1988?
Famous people born on December 20, 1988:
- Winston Marshall
Former member of the band Mumford & Sons.
- KSic Games
Youtube star.
- Andrés Bottiglieri
Italian argentinian footballer.
- Andres Bottiglieri Italian
Argentine footballer.
- Olivia Thai
Youtube star.
- Jaye Howard
- Klaudia Kaczorowska
- Abdoulaye Maïga
- Luca Martinelli
- Tomáš Pilík
- Omar Bolden
- Carlotta Nobile
- Bernardo Cuesta
- Erik Goeddel
- Denise Herrmann
- Adam Hloušek
Whose famous birthday is on December 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 20th:
![Jaydy Michel]()
Jaydy MichelMexican actress known for her work in telenovelas.
![Jonah Hill]()
Jonah HillAmerican actor known for his roles in comedy films.
![Bob Morley]()
Bob MorleyActor.
![Alain de Botton]()
Alain de BottonSwiss-english philosopher, author.
![Jenny Agutter]()
Jenny AgutterBritish actress known for her roles in 'Logan's Run' and 'An American Werewolf in London'.
![Nicole de Boer]()
Nicole de BoerCanadian actress.
![David Cook]()
David CookAmerican singer, winner on american idol.
![John Hillerman]()
John HillermanAmerican actor, stage and film.
![Audrey Totter]()
Audrey TotterJoliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).
![George Roy Hill]()
George Roy HillAmerican film director (born in 1922).
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December 20, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 4 months old,
or 424 months and 6 days old,
or 1844 weeks and 3 days old,
or 12911 days old,
if you were born on December 20, 1988.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 December 20, 1988?
There are 238 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 20, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 20, 1988.
December 20, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 20, 1988:
- Alphonse Ouimet
Canadian tv pioneer and president of cbc (d. 1988).
- Max Robinson
At 49, 1st black tv anchor of abc (abc), dies from aids.
- Rafael Kofman
- György Marik
- Elizabeth Scott
- Roberto Jouvenal
What famous deaths happened on December 20th?
Famous deaths on December 20th:
![Brittany Murphy]()
Brittany MurphyBrittany murphy was an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as clueless, 8 mile, and just married.
![Carl Sagan]()
Carl SaganAmerican astrophysicist and exobiologist.
![John Steinbeck]()
John SteinbeckAmerican writer who wrote best-selling novels and was made into movies.
![Thomas Newman]()
Thomas NewmanActor/composer (cape fear) dies at 60 from a heart attack.
![Bobby Darin]()
Bobby DarinAmerican singer, actor and recording artist.
![Arnold Stang]()
Arnold StangAmerican singer and actor (d. 2009).
![Madge Sinclair]()
Madge SinclairKingston, jamaica -- actress.
![Helene Heigh]()
Helene HeighActress (undercover woman teen age thunder), died at 86.
- Mervil Meyer
Renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.
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December 20, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 20, 1988:
- R.C. Saints - Saint Dominic of Silos
- Also see December 20 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The first All Faiths Day was celebrated in 2003 in Canandaigua, New York.
Observances on December 20, 1988:
- International Human Solidarity Day
December 20, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 20, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 19th and December 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 20, 1988 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 20, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Poison - Every Rose Has Its Thorn
- Bobby Brown - My Prerogative
- Chicago - Look Away
- Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I Got
- Boy Meets Girl - Waiting For A Star To Fall
December 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 20, 1988 was Mistletoe And Wine by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 20, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - Mistletoe And Wine
- Kylie & Jason - Especially For You
- Bros - Cat Among The Pigeons / Silent Night
- Angry Anderson - Suddenly
- Robin Beck - First Time
December 20, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 20, 1988 was Tumblin' Down by Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 20, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers - Tumblin' Down
- Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal
- Roberta Flack - Oasis
- Vesta - Sweet, Sweet Love
- Cherrelle - Everything I Miss At Home
December 20, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 20, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 20, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Rocio Durcal - Como Tu Mujer
- Roberto Carlos - SI EL AMOR SE VA
- Angela Carrasco - BOCA ROSA
- Eydie Gorme - DE CORAZON A CORAZON
- Lucerito - NO ME HABLEN DE EL
December 20, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 20, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Touch of Death
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Brett Halsey, Ria De Simone, Al Cliver, Sacha Darwin
Top Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Nello Rossati
Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez
Country: Italy
Aenigma
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Iguana
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso
Country: Italy
Robo Vampire
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Godfrey Ho
Starring: Robin Mackay, Nian Watts, Harry Myles, Joe Browne
December 20, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 20, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Fauji
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Col. Kapoor
Starring: Shah Rukh Khan
Country: India
The Bottom Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Tom Rulon
Starting from Scratch
Release year: 1988
Directed by: James Huang
December 20, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 20, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Seven Stories Of Christmas Love
By: Leo Buscaglia
This holiday classic includes personal stories that are based on Christmas memories. Five stories were originally published in Woman's Day magazine. This began a tradition of publishing an annual Buscaglia Christmas story.
The First Salute
By: Barbara W. Tuchman
Barbara W. Tuchman is the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Guns of August. With this insightful, brilliant narrative about the Revolutionary War, she turns her sights homeward.
Zoya
By: Danielle Steel
Zoya, a young cousin to the Tsar flees St. Petersburg for safety against the backdrop of World War I Europe and the Russian Revolution. She is forever changed by the events in her life and she joins Paris' Ballet Russe.
December 20, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 20, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Gradius II
HotShot
4x4 Off-Road Racing
Amiga Soccer
Akakage
Who was the US President on December 20, 1988?
On December 20, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 20, 1988?
On December 20, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 20, 1988?
On December 20, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 20th?
December 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of December. 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 December 20th, such as:
- 2018 - In honor of former president barack obama, parts of ventura freeway in southern california will be renamed "president barack h. obama highway".
- 2017 - Uber is a transport company, and not a digital services. the european court of justice (ecj), rules that uber must accept stricter licensing and regulation within the european union. uber was instructed to follow local taxi rules in barcelona when the case began.
- 2016 - Six men are being held in ankara in connection to the assassination of andrei karlov (russian ambassador to turkey).
What happened in 1988?
1988 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
- John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
- Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances
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What was the calendar for December 1988?
December 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
