Saturday April 23, 1988: on this day

April 23, 1988 was the 114th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is April 23, 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 April 23, 1988, who was born and died on April 23, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 23, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Where Do Broken Hearts Go by Whitney Houston), movies (e.g. Two Moon Junction, directed by Zalman King), TV series (e.g. Der Geisterwald Oder Des Raben Rache) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 23rd, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 23, 1988?


April 23, 1988 was a Saturday and it was the 114th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 23, 1988 can also be written as 4/23/1988 in the US and as 23/4/1988 in UK and Europe.

April 23, 1988 in April 1988 calendar

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April 23, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 23, 1988:

  • Karolina szabo runs female world record 25km (1:29:30)/30km (1:47:06).
  • Us federal smoking ban begins during domestic airline flights of two hours or less.
  • A greek pedals self-powered aircraft 74 miles.

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April 23, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 23rd is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 23, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 23, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Earth 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 April 23rd, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 23, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 23, 1988 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 23, 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 April 23, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 11:32 am and setting at 02:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 01, 1988.

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Who was born on April 23, 1988?


Famous people born on April 23, 1988:

  • Alistair Brownlee

    Alistair brownlee is a british triathlete known for winning multiple olympic and world championship titles in the sport.

  • Rhiannon Brace

    Rhiannon Brace is a Welsh actress known for her roles in television series such as Torchwood and Sherlock.

  • Signe Ronka

    Signe Ronka is a Canadian gymnast known for her achievements in rhythmic gymnastics.

  • Lenka Wienerová

    Slovak tennis player.

  • Victor Anichebe

    Nigerian footballer.

  • Buaben

    Ghanaian footballer.

  • Steph Houghton

    English footballer.

  • Erica Mer

    American actress.

  • Carla Quevedo

    Argentine actress.

  • Prince Buaben

    Ghanaian football player.

  • Molly Burnett

    Soap opera actress.

  • Roald van Hout
  • Stefanie Moser
  • Marco Palvetti
  • Arbër Agalliu
  • Hairul Azreen
  • Mouhanad el-Sabagh
  • David Pocock

Whose famous birthday is on April 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 23rd:

  • Shirley Temple
    Shirley Temple

    Shirley temple was a famous child actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'bright eyes' and 'the little princess'.

  • John Cena
    John Cena

    Wwe signed cena, an american professional wrestler, rapper, and actor.

  • Dev Patel
    Dev Patel

    Dev Patel is an actor known for his roles in films like Slumdog Millionaire and Lion.

  • Silvana Mangano
    Silvana Mangano

    Italian actress who rose to fame in 1949 as a star of "bitter rice" in which she played the role of a leading lady in italy.

  • Michael Moore
    Michael Moore

    Moore, an american filmmaker and provocateur, first came to the public's attention in 1989 with "roger and me", his first documentary about...

  • Jaime King
    Jaime King

    American actress and model.

  • Taio Cruz
    Taio Cruz

    Taio cruz is a british pop singer known for hits like 'break your heart' and 'dynamite'.

  • Valerie Bertinelli
    Valerie Bertinelli

    Valerie bertinelli is an american tv actress known for her role as barbara cooper royer on the sitcom 'one day at a time' and for her...

  • Roy Orbison
    Roy Orbison

    American singer-songwriter and rock and roll musician.

  • George Lopez
    George Lopez

    Mexican-american actor, comedian, and ex-disc jockey on mega 92.

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April 23, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 11 months old,

or 431 months and 5 days old,

or 1874 weeks and 5 days old,

or 13123 days old,

if you were born on April 23, 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 April 23, 1988?

There are 26 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 23, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 23, 1988.

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April 23, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 23, 1988:

  • Michael Arthur

    Lord ramsey/archbishop de canterbury dies (born 1904).

  • Eitarō Ozawa
  • Axel Grönberg
  • Arthur Michael Ramsey

What famous deaths happened on April 23rd?

Famous deaths on April 23rd:

  • Paulette Goddard
    Paulette Goddard

    Paulette Goddard was an actress known for her roles in classic films like 'Modern Times' and 'The Great Dictator'.

  • Satyajit Ray
    Satyajit Ray

    Indian filmmaker, widely regarded as one the greatest auteurs in world cinema.

  • Howard Cosell
    Howard Cosell

    American sports commentator and broadcaster.

  • John Mills
    John Mills

    British actor, producer, singer, and film star.

  • Buster Crabbe
    Buster Crabbe

    American swimmer, a gold medalist in the 400 m. freestyle in 1932.

  • William Hartnell
    William Hartnell

    London, england -- actor (agitator jackpot).

  • Albert Salmi
    Albert Salmi

    Actor (caddyshack), dies at the age of 62 after killing his terminally ill wife.

  • Gera Bard

    Legendary English playwright and poet, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language.

  • Anahla Shakespeare

    Iconic English playwright and poet.

  • Shaft Shakespeare

    Renowned playwright and poet of the Elizabethan era.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 23rd

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April 23, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 23, 1988:

  • UNESCO International Day of the Book in honor of Shakespeare's and Cervantes's death on April 23, 1616.
  • Turkey - National Sovereignty and Children's Day (1920)
  • Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2007: (the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar).
  • Independence Day for the Conch Republic
  • National Beer Day in Germany
  • Feast Day of Saint George: Patron saint and National Day of England
  • Patron saint of the Spanish region of Arag=n
  • Celebrated as St. Jordi's Day in Catalonia, presents of books and roses. See above.
  • Catalonia - Lover's Day. Men receive a book as a gift from their romantic interest, while women receive roses. The book is in honor of Shakespeare's and Cervantes's death on April 23, 1616.
  • Jurgi festival, in ancient Latvia

Observances on April 23, 1988:

  • World Book and Copyright Day [UNESCO]
  • English Language Day
  • Spanish Language Day

Saints celebrated on April 23, 1988:

  • Saint Gerard (d.1138)
  • Saint Adalbert of Prague
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April 23, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 23, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 18th and April 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 23, 1988 was Where Do Broken Hearts Go by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

April 23, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Where Do Broken Hearts Go youtube
  2. - Devil Inside
  3. - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car youtube
  4. - Wishing Well youtube
  5. - Girlfriend

April 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 23, 1988 was Heart by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

April 23, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Heart
  2. - Drop The Boy
  3. - Love Changes (Everything)
  4. - Don't Turn Around
  5. - Could've Been youtube

April 23, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 23, 1988 was Da'Butt (From The Film "School Daze") by E.U., according to the R&B music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

April 23, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Da'Butt (From The Film "School Daze")
  2. - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car youtube
  3. - Lovin' On Next To Nothin'
  4. - Sweet Sensation
  5. - Nite And Day

April 23, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 23, 1988 was Y AHORA TE VAS by Los Bukis, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.

April 23, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Y AHORA TE VAS
  2. - DEBO HACERLO
  3. - AY AMOR
  4. - PELIGRO DE AMOR
  5. - Mi Hembra

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April 23, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 23, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Two Moon Junction

Two Moon Junction

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Zalman King

Starring: Sherilyn Fenn, Richard Tyson, Louise Fletcher, Burl Ives

Country: United States of America

Iguana

Iguana

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Monte Hellman

Starring: Everett McGill, Michael Bradford, Roger Kendall, Robert Case

Sunset

Sunset

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Blake Edwards

Starring: Bruce Willis, James Garner, Malcolm McDowell, Mariel Hemingway

Top Line

Top Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Nello Rossati

Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez

Country: Italy

Aenigma

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

April 23, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 23, 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:

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Release year: 1988

Red Dwarf

Red Dwarf

Release year: 1988

Written by:

Starring: Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Chris Barrie, Robert Llewellyn

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Adventures Beyond Belief

Adventures Beyond Belief

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Marcus Tompson

China Beach

China Beach

Release year: 1988

Country: United States of America

Dirty Dozen: The Series

Dirty Dozen: The Series

Release year: 1988

Country: United States of America

April 23, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 23, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Unforgettable Fire by Eamon Dunphy

Unforgettable Fire

By:

U2 has been a mysterious band since its inception. For the first time, U2 is now being told in a detailed and authentic account.

Chaos by James Gleick

Chaos

By:

National Book Award finalist James Gleick's bestseller that sold more than one million copies.

Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow

Presumed Innocent

By:

PRESUMED INCIDENT is a suspenseful, compelling novel that has been hailed as one of the best in decades. It brings to life the worst nightmare of a citizen who faces incarceration for the most horrific of crimes.

Hot Money by Dick Francis

Hot Money

By:

Dick Francis, the great English storyteller, has created a classic mystery. Malcolm Pembroke wasn't able to get rich by making enemies. Not least, among those he was closest to.

Emperor Of The Air by Ethan Canin

Emperor Of The Air

By:

EMPEROR OF AIR "explores difficult family relationships and tender moments in self-discovery with an uncommon voice of compassion seldom found in contemporary short fiction" San Francisco Chronicle

April 23, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 23, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

4x4 Off-Road Racing

4x4 Off-Road Racing

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Amiga, DOS, Commodore 64, MSX, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Epyx

Akira

Akira

Platform: Family Computer

Genre: Adventure, visual novel

Gemstone IV

Gemstone IV

Platform: Windows, Macintosh

Genre: Fantasy MUD

Publisher: GEnie, AOL, independent

Kuri Kinton

Kuri Kinton

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Taito

Dark Side

Dark Side

Platform: Amiga, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, PC, ZX Spectrum

Genre: First person shooter

Publisher: Incentive Software

history

Who was the US President on April 23, 1988?

On April 23, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 23, 1988?

On April 23, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 23, 1988?

On April 23, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 23rd?

April 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of April. 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 April 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 easter bombings in sri lanka: isil claims responsibility. the bombings took place in sri lanka on sunday, easter sunday. (new york times). investigators from sri lanka believe the bombings were revenge against attacks on new zealand mosques in february.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: 2 more palestinian protestors aged 18 and 20 die after being wounded in clashes at israel-gazan. both were killed by israeli troops.
  • 2017 - War in donbass - a u.s. participant to the osce monitoring mission is killed, and two other people are injured when their vehicle crosses a landmine near luhansk.

Find out more about April 23rd

history

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 April 1988?

April 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 1988 calendar looked like.

Saturday April 23, 1988