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August 22, 1988 was the 235th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 22, 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 August 22, 1988, who was born and died on August 22, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Monkey by George Michael), movies (e.g. The Vanishing, directed by George Sluizer), TV series (e.g. First Impressions) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1988?
- August 22, 1988: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1988?
- August 22, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1988?
What day of the week was August 22, 1988?
August 22, 1988 was a Monday and it was the 235th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1988 can also be written as 8/22/1988 in the US and as 22/8/1988 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1988:
- Nbc premieres later with bob costas
- Australia unveils first platinum coin (koala).
August 22, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 22, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 August 22, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 04:28 pm and setting at 01:05 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 29, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Aug 27, 1988.
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Who was born on August 22, 1988?
Famous people born on August 22, 1988:
- Artyom Dzyuba
Artyom Dzyuba is a Russian soccer player who plays as a striker for FC Zenit Saint Petersburg.
- Ryota Igarashi
Ryota Igarashi is a Japanese professional baseball player who plays as a pitcher.
- Arlind Basha
Arlind Basha is a Kosovar entrepreneur and the co-founder of Prishtina Hackerspace, a community-driven makerspace in Pristina, Kosovo.
- Jon Hill
Drummer.
- Sarah Major
New zealand singer and actress.
- Martin Cseh
- Laura Dreyfuss
- Artëm Dzjuba
- Mitchell Langerak
- Laura Longo
- Minelli
- Irak'li Maisuradze
- Marco Mancosu
- Dávid Verrasztó
- Magomed Bibulatov
- Kimberly Castillo Mota
- Marco Coledan
- Vadim Crîcimari
- Salif Ballo
- Hafiz Nor
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
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Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 7 months old,
or 427 months and 29 days old,
or 1860 weeks and 5 days old,
or 13025 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 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 August 22, 1988?
There are 124 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1988.
August 22, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1988:
- Bruno Bianchi
- Jens Peter Larsen
- Astro Mari
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 22nd
August 22, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1988:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1988:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1988 was Monkey by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Monkey
- Elton John - I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That
- Chicago - I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love
- Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine
- Robert Palmer - Simply Irresistible
August 22, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1988 was The Only Way Is Up by Yazz & The Plastic Population, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up
- Kylie Minogue - The Loco-Motion
- BVSMP - I Need You
- Kim Wilde - You Came
- Brother Beyond - The Harder I Try
August 22, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1988 was Nice 'N' Slow by Freddie Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Freddie Jackson - Nice 'N' Slow
- Loose Ends - Watching You
- Keith Sweat (Duet With Jacci McGhee) - Make It Last Forever
- Rick James Featuring Roxanne Shante - Loosey's Rap
- Shirley Murdock - Husband
August 22, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Yuri - QUE TE PASA
- Franco - MARIA
- Raphael - TOCO MADERA
- Lucia Mendez - Es un alma en pena
- Marisela - YA NO
August 22, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Vanishing
Release year: 1988
Directed by: George Sluizer
Starring: Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Gene Bervoets, Johanna ter Steege, Gwen Eckhaus
Country: United States of America
Story of Women
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Claude Chabrol
Starring: Isabelle Huppert, François Cluzet, Marie Trintignant, Nils Tavernier
Eight Men Out
Release year: 1988
Directed by: John Sayles
Starring: John Cusack, Clifton James, Michael Lerner, Christopher Lloyd
Miracle Mile
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Steve De Jarnatt
Starring: Anthony Edwards, Mare Winningham, John Agar, Lou Hancock
1969
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Ernest Thompson
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Kiefer Sutherland, Bruce Dern, Mariette Hartley
August 22, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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:
First Impressions
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Shapiro
Luv Kush
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Jay Sreesivan
Brainstorm
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Douglas Trumbull
The Big Picture
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Lartigau
August 22, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Love In The Time Of Cholera
By: Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Florentino Ariza falls in love with Fermina daza when they are young. Florentino is devastated when Fermina chooses to marry a well-off, wealthy doctor. But he is a romantic.
To Be The Best
By: Barbara Taylor Bradford
This captivating sequel to Barbara Taylor Bradford’s beloved novels A Woman of Substance, Hold The Dream and A Woman of Substance is an enthralling read. This remarkable contemporary novel is set in America, Hong Kong, and Yorkshire.
The Rise And Fall Of The Great Powers
By: Paul Kennedy
The "modern" period of international and national power. Explanates how different powers have changed over the five centuries since the creation of the "new."
Riding The Iron Rooster
By: Paul Theroux
Paul Theroux (author of The Great Railway Bazaar, and The Old Patagonian Express), takes to the rails again with this account of his epic trip.
August 22, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
HotShot
Akira
Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf
Erika to Satoru no Yume Bōken
King's Valley II
Who was the US President on August 22, 1988?
On August 22, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1988?
On August 22, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1988?
On August 22, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of August. 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 August 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
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 August 1988?
August 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
