Monday January 20, 1986: on this day

January 20, 1986 was the 20th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 20, 1986 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 20, 1986, who was born and died on January 20, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 20, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends), movies (e.g. Lady Jane, directed by Trevor Nunn), TV series (e.g. Arsenal) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 20th, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 20, 1986?


January 20, 1986 was a Monday and it was the 20th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 20, 1986 can also be written as 1/20/1986 in the US and as 20/1/1986 in UK and Europe.

January 20, 1986 in January 1986 calendar

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January 20, 1986: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 20, 1986:

  • 1st federal holiday honoring martin luther king jr
  • Chunnel announced
  • Military coup in lesotho under general-major lekhanya and premier leabua jonathan.
  • The first us federal martin luther king day holiday, honoring martin luther king jr., is observed.
  • Leabua jonathan, prime minister of lesotho, is ousted from power in a coup d'état led by general justin lekhanya.

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January 20, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 20th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius 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 20, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 20, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on January 20th, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 20, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 20, 1986 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 20, 1986 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 20, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 80% full, rising at 12:25 pm and setting at 03:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1986.

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Who was born on January 20, 1986?


Famous people born on January 20, 1986:

  • Adrien Bosc

    He was a french writer who won the grand prix de l'acada (c)mie franassaise for his first novel, "constellation", which was inspired by a...

  • Genie Chuo

    Genie Chuo is a Taiwanese singer known for her pop music.

  • Zachary Leonsis

    Founder of Monumental Sports & Entertainment and a tech investor.

  • Derek Fathauer

    American professional golfer.

  • Kevin Parker

    Rock singer.

  • Kevin Parker (musician)
  • Tjasa Kokalj
  • Bryan Lerg
  • Anthony Moura-Komenan
  • Samuel Kosgei
  • Sergio Plumari
  • Andrej Pazin
  • Vicky-T
  • Istvan Bakx
  • Ol'ga Buzova
  • Jean-Yann Dounezek
  • Audrey Giacomini
  • Thomas Kessler

Whose famous birthday is on January 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 20th:

  • Paul Stanley
    Paul Stanley

    Paul stanley is a guitarist best known as the co-lead vocalist and frontman of the rock band kiss.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Erin Wasson
    Erin Wasson

    Erin wasson is a prominent american model known for her work with top fashion brands and her appearances in international fashion magazines.

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Bill Maher
    Bill Maher

    American comedian, host of humorous tv shows "politically incorrect", (1997) and "aeuroereal time with bill maheraeur" (2003).

  • Omar Sy
    Omar Sy

    French actor best known for his roles in omar et fred and fred testot as fred testot.

  • Lorenzo Lamas
    Lorenzo Lamas

    American actor, tv soap star, and sex symbol.

  • Duniya Vijay
    Duniya Vijay

    Duniya vijay is an indian actor known for his work in kannada cinema.

  • Rainn Wilson
    Rainn Wilson

    Rainn wilson is an american actor best known for his role as dwight schrute on the television series the office.

  • DeForest Kelley
    DeForest Kelley

    Deforest kelley was an american actor best known for his role as dr.

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January 20, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 38 years 2 months old,

or 458 months and 9 days old,

or 1992 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13948 days old,

if you were born on January 20, 1986.

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 20, 1986?

There are 297 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 20, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 20, 1986.

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January 20, 1986: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 20, 1986:

  • Cesarina Gheraldi
  • Obrad Belošević
  • Franz Kemser
  • Tove Tellback

What famous deaths happened on January 20th?

Famous deaths on January 20th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Audrey Hepburn
    Audrey Hepburn

    Belgian actress, humanitarian and dancer who started as a ballet student.

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Meat Loaf
    Meat Loaf

    American singer, known as the wild man of rock opera.

  • Johnny Weissmuller
    Johnny Weissmuller

    Romanian-born american actor and swimmer who won five olympic medals as well as numerous world records.

  • Mira Furlan
    Mira Furlan

    Mira Furlan was a talented actress known for her roles in 'Babylon 5' and 'Lost.

  • Louis Seigner
    Louis Seigner

    Mathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.

  • Carl Switzer
    Carl Switzer

    Actor (alfalfa - our gang), shot to death at 31.

  • Isaly Hepburn

    Isaly Hepburn was a celebrated British actress and fashion icon, known for her roles in classic films such as 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and...

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January 20, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 20, 1986:

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day - This holiday honors the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Aquarius.
  • Euthymus
  • Desiderius
  • Meinrad
  • Epiphanius of Pavia
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Sebastian
  • Presidential Inauguration Day in the United States.
  • The Eve of St. Agnes.

Saints celebrated on January 20, 1986:

  • Saint Fabian
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January 20, 1986: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 20, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 20th and January 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 20, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 20, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 20, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - That's What Friends Are For youtube
  2. - Say You, Say Me youtube
  3. - Burning Heart
  4. - Talk To Me
  5. - I'm Your Man

January 20, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 20, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 20, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - West End Girls youtube
  2. - The Sun Always Shines On TV
  3. - Saving All My Love For You
  4. - Walk Of Life
  5. - Hit That Perfect Beat

January 20, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 20, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 20, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - That's What Friends Are For youtube
  2. - Say You, Say Me youtube
  3. - Go Home
  4. - Digital Display
  5. - Secret Lovers

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January 20, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 20, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lady Jane

Lady Jane

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Trevor Nunn

Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Cary Elwes, John Wood, Michael Hordern

Highlander

Highlander

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Russell Mulcahy

Starring: Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery, Clancy Brown, Roxanne Hart

Country: United States of America

Pretty in Pink

Pretty in Pink

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Howard Deutch

Starring: Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, Harry Dean Stanton, Annie Potts

Country: United States of America

F/X

F/X

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Robert Mandel

Starring: Bryan Brown, Brian Dennehy, Diane Venora, Cliff De Young

Down and Out in Beverly Hills

Down and Out in Beverly Hills

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Paul Mazursky

Starring: Nick Nolte, Bette Midler, Richard Dreyfuss, Little Richard

January 20, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 20, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Arsenal

Arsenal

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Steven C. Miller

Heart of the High Country

Heart of the High Country

Release year: 1985

Inside

Inside

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Jeff Mahler

Blind Date

Blind Date

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Blake Edwards

The Cutting Room

The Cutting Room

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Warren Dudley

January 20, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 20, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

House by Tracy Kidder

House

By:

Tracy Kidder takes you to the heart and soul of the American Dream. She guides you through the construction of a first home for a family with all of its challenges, frustrations, tensions and triumphs.

On The Road With Charles Kuralt by Charles Kuralt

On The Road With Charles Kuralt

By:

Charles Kuralt's classic bestseller, now available on audio! On the Road with Charles Kuralt, featuring Charles Kuralt and an introduction by Wallace Kuralt.

Comet by Carl Sagan and Ann Druyan

Comet

By:

What are GRACEFUL VISITORS TO OUR SKIES? WE NOW KNOW THAT THEY BRING BOTH LIFE AND DEATH AND TEACH US ABOUT OUR ORIGINS.Comet

Cyclops by Clive Cussler

Cyclops

By:

Clive Cussler’s Cyclops, a bestselling NUMA Files adventure, is yet another thrilling NUMA Files adventure. Dirk Pitt is the only one who can stop an international incident from unfolding when a treasure hunter turned financier disappears.

Common Ground by J. Anthony Lukas

Common Ground

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This is the story of Boston's busing crisis, which won 3 awards.

January 20, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 20, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Larn

Larn

Platform: Cross-platform

Genre: Roguelike

Atlantis no Nazo

Atlantis no Nazo

Platform: Famicom PlayStation Virtual Console

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Sunsoft

Falklands '82

Falklands '82

Platform: ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: Personal Software Services

3-D Thunder Ceptor II

3-D Thunder Ceptor II

Platform: Arcade

Genre: 3D shooter

Publisher: Namco

Bubble Bobble

Bubble Bobble

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Arcade, comical action platformer

Publisher: Taito

history

Who was the US President on January 20, 1986?

On January 20, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 20, 1986?

On January 20, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 20, 1986?

On January 20, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 20th?

January 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Conflict in northern mali: ten united nations peacekeepers have been killed in an islamist militant attack at their base in mali’s northern kidal region.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: northwestern syria campaign (october 2017-present). the syrian army seizes the abu al-duhur military airbase, idlib governorate.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil militants demolish part of palmyra’s ancient roman theatre. (bbc). an airstrike inflicts death on more than 40 jabhat fateh al-sham militants at a jihadist camp east of aleppo. the exact cause of the attack is unknown. (reuters),

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What happened in 1986?

1986 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
  • International Peace Year begins
  • New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00

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What was the calendar for January 1986?

January 1986 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.

Discover how January 1986 calendar looked like.

Monday January 20, 1986