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Monday March 20, 1989: on this day
March 20, 1989 was the 79th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Monday.
Is March 20, 1989 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 20, 1989, who was born and died on March 20, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Living Years by Mike + The Mechanics), movies (e.g. How to Get Ahead in Advertising, directed by Bruce Robinson), TV series (e.g. Rivalen Der Rennbahn) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 20, 1989?
- March 20, 1989: What happened on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 20, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 20, 1989?
- March 20, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 20, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- March 20, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 20, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 20, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on March 20, 1989?
What day of the week was March 20, 1989?
March 20, 1989 was a Monday and it was the 79th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 20, 1989 can also be written as 3/20/1989 in the US and as 20/3/1989 in UK and Europe.
March 20, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 20, 1989:
- Baseball announces reds manager pete rose is under investigation
- Richard j kerr replaces robert m gates as deputy director of us central intelligence agency.
- Australian prime minister bob hawke weeps on national television as he admits marital infidelity.
- Clint malarchuk of the nhl buffalo sabres suffers an almost fatal injury when another player accidentally slits his throat.
- Asteroid 4581 asclepius approaches the earth at a distance of 700,000 kilometers.
March 20, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 20, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 20, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 20, 1989 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 1989 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 March 20, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 04:42 pm and setting at 05:30 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 20, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Mar 22, 1989.
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Who was born on March 20, 1989?
Famous people born on March 20, 1989:
![Xavier Dolan]()
Xavier DolanCanadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...
- Elener Bennett
Talented English soccer player who played for several top clubs.
- Merve Buyuksarac
Former beauty queen turned journalist who covers political and social topics.
- Catherine McNeil
Australian fashion model.
- Darold Brown
Also known as Darold Brown, a successful music producer.
- Kady Grant
Kady Grant is a talented musician known for her unique style and powerful vocals.
- Tamim Iqbal
Bangladeshi cricketer.
- Casey Eastham
Athlete.
- Masahiro Inoue
Japanese actor and martial artist.
- Matt Barnes
Bassist.
- Stephen Georg
Youtube star.
- Jean-Charles Valladont
- Patrik Vajda
- Lionel Tschudi
- Anna Todd
Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:
![Spike Lee]()
Spike LeeSpike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.
![Ruby Rose]()
Ruby RoseRuby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...
![William Hurt]()
William HurtWilliam hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...
![Holly Hunter]()
Holly HunterHolly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.
![Christy Carlson Romano]()
Christy Carlson RomanoChristy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...
![Bianca Lawson]()
Bianca LawsonBianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.
![Fred Rogers]()
Fred RogersAmerican children's tv host (d. 2003).
![Kathy Ireland]()
Kathy IrelandAmerican model, actress, and furniture designer.
![Carl Reiner]()
Carl ReinerAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor directors.
![Jerry Reed]()
Jerry ReedAmerican country western singer, songwriter and recording artist.
March 20, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 1 month old,
or 421 months and 5 days old,
or 1831 weeks and 3 days old,
or 12820 days old,
if you were born on March 20, 1989.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 March 20, 1989?
There are 329 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 20, 1989.
March 20, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 20, 1989:
- Mogens Lüchow
- Vincenzo Grasso
- Archie Bleyer
- Dina Sfat
What famous deaths happened on March 20th?
Famous deaths on March 20th:
![Fred Rogers]()
Fred RogersAmerican children's tv host (d. 2003).
![Marilyn Maxwell]()
Marilyn MaxwellAmerican singer and actress (d. 1972).
- Pranish Koirala
Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.
- Anira Ataliba
Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Lev Yashin
Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...
- Tarig Al-Wazir
Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.
- Elford Albin
Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Athalene Lane
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Cova García
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
- Placida Viola
Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th
March 20, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 20, 1989:
- Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
- Canberra Day
- Meat Out Day
- International Astrology Day
- New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
- The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
- The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.
Observances on March 20, 1989:
- International Day of Happiness
- French Language Day
Saints celebrated on March 20, 1989:
- Saint Alexandra
- Saint Herbert (died 687)
- Saint Wulfram (d.704)
March 20, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 20, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 20th and March 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 20, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1989 was The Living Years by Mike + The Mechanics, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.
March 20, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mike + The Mechanics - The Living Years
- Bangles - Eternal Flame
- Milli Vanilli - Girl You Know It's True
- Roxette - The Look
- Rod Stewart - My Heart Can't Tell You No
March 20, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1989 was Too Many Broken Hearts by Jason Donovan, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.
March 20, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jason Donovan - Too Many Broken Hearts
- Madonna - Like A Prayer
- Bananarama & Lananeeneenoonoo - Help!
- Michael Ball - Love Changes Everything
- Donna Summer - This Time I Know It's For Real
March 20, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 1989 was Closer Than Friends by Surface, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.
March 20, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Surface - Closer Than Friends
- The Boys - Lucky Charm
- Donna Allen - Joy And Pain
- James "J.T." Taylor & Regina Belle - All I Want Is Forever (From "Tap")
- Freddie Jackson - You And I Got A Thang
March 20, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on March 20, 1989 was Como Tu by Jose Jose, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.
March 20, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on March 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Jose - Como Tu
- Isabel Pantoja - Asi Fue
- Yuri - HOMBRES AL BORDE DE UN ATAQUE DE CELOS
- Vikki Carr - MALA SUERTE
- Rocio Durcal - QUE ESPERABAS DE MI
March 20, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 20, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
How to Get Ahead in Advertising
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Bruce Robinson
Starring: Richard E. Grant, Rachel Ward, Richard Wilson, Jacqueline Tong
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Mickey Rourke, Helena Bonham Carter, Andréa Ferréol, Nikolaus Dutsch
Troop Beverly Hills
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Jeff Kanew
Starring: Shelley Long, Craig T. Nelson, Betty Thomas, Mary Gross
March 20, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 20, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Rivalen der Rennbahn
Release year: 1989
Rory Bremner
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Kevin Bishop
Straight to the Heart
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Stephane Gehami
Molle mit Korn
Release year: 1989
Anything But Love
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Jay Billion/Jason M. Evans
March 20, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 20, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Prayer For Owen Meany
By: John Irving
I will never forget a boy with a distorted voice. Not because of his voice or because he was one of the most humble people I have ever known or because he was my favorite person.
Cat'S Eye
By: Margaret Atwood
Cat's Eye tells the story of Elaine Risley a controversial artist who returns to Toronto as a retrospective of her work.
Rivals
By: Janet Dailey
Flame Morgan, a high-ranking VP at a San Francisco advertising agency, is immediately attracted to Chance Stuart who is a powerful, wealthy land developer.
The Satanic Verses
By: Salman Rushdie
The Satanic Verses, one of the most controversial and highly acclaimed novels ever published, is Salman Rushdie’s most well-known and inspiring book.
A Brief History Of Time
By: Stephen W. Hawking
Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.
March 20, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 20, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse
All American Football
F29 Retaliator
X-Men: Madness in Murderworld
E-Type
Who was the US President on March 20, 1989?
On March 20, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1989?
On March 20, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on March 20, 1989?
On March 20, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about March 20th?
March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:
- 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for March 1989?
March 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.
