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May 21, 1987 was the 141st day of the year 1987, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 21, 1987 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 21, 1987, who was born and died on May 21, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. With Or Without You by U2), movies (e.g. The Untouchables, directed by Brian De Palma), TV series (e.g. Roxie) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 21st, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 21, 1987?
- May 21, 1987: What happened on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 21, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 21, 1987?
- May 21, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 21, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- May 21, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 21, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 21, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on May 21, 1987?
What day of the week was May 21, 1987?
May 21, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 141st day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 21, 1987 can also be written as 5/21/1987 in the US and as 21/5/1987 in UK and Europe.
May 21, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 21, 1987:
- Xignals pc board bbs begins in alabama
- Military coup in fiji islands under lieutenant colonel sitivani rabuka.
May 21, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 21, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 21st, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 21, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 21, 1987 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 21, 1987 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 21, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 02:36 am and setting at 03:16 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 13, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 1987.
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Who was born on May 21, 1987?
Famous people born on May 21, 1987:
- Fareeda Mahmood
Professional female boxer known for her powerful punches.
- Ashlie Brillault
American actress.
- Benton Robb
Benton Robb was a skilled football player who excelled on the field.
- Beau Falloon
Australian rugby league player.
- Marcus Falk-Olander
- Carlos Fondacaro
- Hit-Boy
- Cody Johnson
- Juan Diego Madrigal
- Léo Jaraguá
- Wilson Morelo
- Masato Morishige
- Benoît Piffero
- Jerome Randle
- Daria Schneider
- Jakub Tosik
- Samuela Kautoga
- Giovanni Bardis
- David Braz
Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:
![Raymond Burr]()
Raymond BurrRaymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.
![Tom Daley]()
Tom DaleyTom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.
![Nick Cassavetes]()
Nick CassavetesAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Kay Kendall]()
Kay KendallBritish actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.
![Mutya Buena]()
Mutya BuenaEnglish singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).
![Al Franken]()
Al FrankenHe is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.
![Fairuza Balk]()
Fairuza BalkFairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.
![Judge Reinhold]()
Judge ReinholdJudge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.
![Eduardo Verástegui]()
Eduardo VerásteguiEduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.
May 21, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 10 months old,
or 442 months and 29 days old,
or 1926 weeks and 1 day old,
or 13483 days old,
if you were born on May 21, 1987.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 May 21, 1987?
There are 32 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 21, 1987.
May 21, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 21, 1987:
- Alejandro Rey
Buenos aires, argentina -- actor (carlos-flying nun).
- Marie Větrovská
- Vladimir Viktorovič Nemoljaev
- Giovanni Francesco Pala
- Celeste Almieri
What famous deaths happened on May 21st?
Famous deaths on May 21st:
![John Garfield]()
John GarfieldAmerican actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.
![John Gielgud]()
John GielgudEnglish actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).
![Vaughn Monroe]()
Vaughn MonroeAmerican musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.
![Andrea Leeds]()
Andrea LeedsActress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.
- Seville
Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- Jane Addams
American feminist and social worker.
- Dovey Roundtree
Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.
- Tyronza Cornelius
Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.
- Dovey Johnson Roundtree
Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.
May 21, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 21, 1987:
- Equals-to-the-Apostles
- Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
- Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.
Observances on May 21, 1987:
- International Tea Day
- World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Saints celebrated on May 21, 1987:
- Saint Constantine the Great
- Saints Constantine and Helena
- Saint Mireille
- Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
- Saint Goderik
May 21, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 21, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 18th and May 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 21, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 1987 was With Or Without You by U2, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 21, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- U2 - With Or Without You
- Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
- Chris DeBurgh - The Lady In Red
- Kim Wilde - You Keep Me Hangin' On
- Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
May 21, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 21, 1987 was Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 21, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
- Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
- Tom Jones - A Boy From Nowhere
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Labi Siffre - (Something Inside) So Strong
May 21, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 21, 1987 was Always by Atlantic Starr, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 21, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Atlantic Starr - Always
- Surface - Happy
- Cameo - Back And Forth
- Smokey Robinson - Just To See Her
- Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam - Head To Toe
May 21, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 21, 1987 was En bancarrota by Braulio, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 21, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Braulio - En bancarrota
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Lorenzo Antonio - Doce rosas
- Emmanuel - Es mi mujer
- Amanda Miguel - El pecado
May 21, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 21, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Untouchables
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Robert De Niro, Charles Martin Smith
Country: United States of America
La Bamba
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Luis Valdez
Starring: Lou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, Rosanna DeSoto, Elizabeth Peña
Country: United States of America
Harry and the Hendersons
Release year: 1987
Directed by: William Dear
Starring: John Lithgow, Melinda Dillon, Margaret Langrick, Joshua Rudoy
Country: United States of America
Babette's Feast
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gabriel Axel
Starring: Stéphane Audran, Bodil Kjer, Birgitte Federspiel, Jarl Kulle
Barfly
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Barbet Schroeder
Starring: Mickey Rourke, Faye Dunaway, Alice Krige, Jack Nance
May 21, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 21, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Roxie
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Nick Frangione
Albert Schweitzer
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gavin Millar
May 21, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 21, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Eyes Of The Dragon
By: Stephen King
Once Upon a Time there was terror...The Eyes of the DragonA story of archetypal heroes, sweeping adventures, of princes and dragons, this epic fantasy is as Stephen can create.
A Season On The Brink
By: John Feinstein
John Feinstein's A Season on the Brink is still the best-selling novel in the genre, twenty-five years after it reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List for sixteen weeks.
Boone
By: T. Boone Pickens Jr
The first printing of the original edition. Neff B224. Pickens was Mesa Petroleum's CEO, and for a while a national figure in the corporate world.
Fine Things
By: Danielle Steel
Bernie Fine, smart and likable, was New York's most famous department store, Wolff's. He is a senior vice president who moves up to San Fransisco in order to open a West Coast location.
May 21, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 21, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Crystal Quest
3D Dotty
Andy Capp: The Game
Game Over II
The Ancient Art of War at Sea
Who was the US President on May 21, 1987?
On May 21, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1987?
On May 21, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 21, 1987?
On May 21, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 21st?
May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
- 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for May 1987?
May 1987 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.
