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August 22, 1989 was the 234th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 22, 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 August 22, 1989, who was born and died on August 22, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx), movies (e.g. Francesco, directed by Liliana Cavani), TV series (e.g. Open House) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1989?
- August 22, 1989: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1989?
- August 22, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1989?
What day of the week was August 22, 1989?
August 22, 1989 was a Tuesday and it was the 234th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1989 can also be written as 8/22/1989 in the US and as 22/8/1989 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1989:
- Nolan ryan strikes out rickey henderson to become the first major league baseball pitcher to record 5,000 strikeouts.
August 22, 1989: 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, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1989 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 August 22, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 09:58 pm and setting at 02:11 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1989.
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Who was born on August 22, 1989?
Famous people born on August 22, 1989:
- Tristan Vautier
French racing driver who has competed in various motorsport series.
- Giacomo Bonaventura
Italian professional soccer player known for his versatility and skill.
- Sp4zie
Youtube star.
- Hayden Panettiere
Actress.
- Chariz Solomon
Filipino actress.
- Ilyès Karamosli
- Michael McClune
- Mohamed Sanu
- Sead Šehović
- Priscilla Tabunda
- Antwain Aguillard
- Shir Tzedek
- Andrew Wiedeman
- Davit Targamadze
- Paolo Bartolomei
- Miha Gregorič
- Samuel Inkoom
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, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 7 months old,
or 415 months and 28 days old,
or 1808 weeks and 3 days old,
or 12659 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 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 August 22, 1989?
There are 125 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, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1989.
August 22, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1989:
- Michael Collins
Irish author known for his works in the field of Irish literature.
- Robert Grondelaers
Belgian cyclist (b. 1933).
- Huey P. Newton
American activist, co-founded the black panther party (d. 1989).
- Norah Aiton
- Diana Vreeland
- Aleksandr Sergeevič Jakovlev
- George Bernard Flahiff
- George Flahiff
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, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1989:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1989:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1989 was Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
- Paula Abdul - Cold Hearted
- New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
- Gloria Estefan - Don't Wanna Lose You
- Bobby Brown - On Our Own
August 22, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1989 was Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
- Kylie Minogue - Wouldn't Change A Thing
- Lil' Louis - French Kiss
- Alice Cooper - Poison
- Martika - Toy Soldiers
August 22, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1989 was It's No Crime by Babyface, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Babyface - It's No Crime
- Stephanie Mills - Something In The Way (You Make Me Feel)
- The Isley Brothers - Spend The Night (Ce Soir)
- Teddy Riley Featuring Guy - My Fantasy (From "Do The Right Thing")
- Aretha Franklin/Whitney Houston - It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna Be
August 22, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 1989 was BAILA MI RUMBA by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - BAILA MI RUMBA
- Ana Gabriel - Simplemente Amigos
- Luis Miguel - La Incondicional
- Roberto Carlos/Vicente Fernandez - Aunque mal paguen ellas
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
August 22, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Erik the Viking
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Terry Jones
Starring: Tim Robbins, John Cleese, Mickey Rooney, Eartha Kitt
Breaking In
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Bill Forsyth
Starring: Burt Reynolds, Casey Siemaszko, Sheila Kelley, Lorraine Toussaint
Relentless
Release year: 1989
Directed by: William Lustig
Starring: Judd Nelson, Robert Loggia, Leo Rossi, Meg Foster
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
August 22, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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:
Open House
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Split Ends
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Dorothy Lyman
Tierparkgeschichten
Release year: 1989
August 22, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Russia House
By: John le Carré
John le Carre is a world-renowned spy novelist, with The Russia House being a classic. With critical knowledge, navigate readers through the shadows of international spying.
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.
Joshua And The Children
By: Joseph F. Girzone
The Story Continues... Joseph F. Girzone has created another magical story, a modern day parable in Joshua and the Children. This gracefully continues the inspirations and teachings of his previous bestseller.
The Temple Of My Familiar
By: Alice Walker
The Temple of My Familiar was first published by Alice Walker in 1990. It spent over four months on The New York Times Bestseller List.
August 22, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Famicom Jump: Hero Retsuden
Beyond the Black Hole
Arbalester
Arch Rivals
ALF
Who was the US President on August 22, 1989?
On August 22, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1989?
On August 22, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1989?
On August 22, 1989 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 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 August 1989?
August 1989 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.
