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August 23, 1979 was the 235th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 23, 1979 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 23, 1979, who was born and died on August 23, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Sharona by The Knack), movies (e.g. Org, directed by Fernando Birri), TV series (e.g. Ride On Stranger) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1979?
- August 23, 1979: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1979?
- August 23, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1979?
What day of the week was August 23, 1979?
August 23, 1979 was a Thursday and it was the 235th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1979 can also be written as 8/23/1979 in the US and as 23/8/1979 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1979:
- Iran army opens offensive against kurds
- Bolshoi ballet dancer alexander godunov defects in new york city.
- Soviet dancer alexander godunov defects to the united states.
August 23, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 23, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1979 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1979 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 23, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 06:59 am and setting at 08:44 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 08, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1979.
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Who was born on August 23, 1979?
Famous people born on August 23, 1979:
- Johanthan Hancock
Olympic gold medalist swimmer from the United States, known for breaking world records.
- Sayaka Murata
Sayaka Murata is a Japanese businesswoman and the CEO of Murata Manufacturing, a leading electronics company.
- Adyline Bakrie
Indonesian businesswoman known for her contributions to the Bakrie Group.
- Ritchie Neville
English actor and singer (five).
- Zuzana Váleková
Slovak tennis player.
- Jessica Bibby
Australian basketball player.
- Saskia Clark
English sailor.
- Edgar Sosa
Mexican boxer.
- Chingo Bling
Rapper.
- Megan M. Duffy
Actress.
- Jennifer Finnigan
Actress.
- Brandon Adams
Actor.
- Bilal
Rapper.
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Clare Grant- Alessandro Mannarino
- Nichola Mallon
- Edgar Daniel Núñez
- Bahia Mouhtassine
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
![River Phoenix]()
River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 7 months old,
or 535 months and 28 days old,
or 2330 weeks and 2 days old,
or 16312 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1979.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 23, 1979?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 23, 1979.
August 23, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1979:
- Richard Hearne
Actor captain horatio hornblower, dies at age 70.
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
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August 23, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1979:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1979:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1979 was My Sharona by The Knack, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Knack - My Sharona
- Chic - Good Times
- Barbra Streisand - The Main Event & Fight
- Earth, Wind and Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Donna Summer - Bad Girls
August 23, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1979 was I Don't Like Mondays by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Boomtown Rats - I Don't Like Mondays
- Cliff Richard - We Don't Talk Anymore
- Abba - Angeleyes / Voulez Vous
- The Police - Can't Stand Losing You
- Ian Dury & The Blockheads - Reasons To Be Cheerful (Part 3)
August 23, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chic - Good Times
- Earth, Wind & Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Teddy Pendergrass - Turn Off The Lights
- Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
August 23, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Lidija Juracik, Isaac Twen Obu, Nolika Pareda
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
Home Movies
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: Nancy Allen, Mary Davenport, Kirk Douglas, Vincent Gardenia
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza
Country: Italy
Kaala Patthar
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Yash Chopra
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Shatrughan Sinha, Rakhee Gulzar
August 23, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
The Mallens
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Brian Mills
240-Robert
Release year: 1979
Country: United States of America
Stone
Release year: 1979
Country: United States of America
August 23, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years
By: Howard J. Ruff
Howard J. Ruff is an author, financial advisor and founder of The Ruff Times Financial Newsletter. Howard started publication of The Ruff Times in 1975. It is a pioneering financial advisory newsletter.
Mommie Dearest
By: Christina Crawford
Mommie Dearest, a memoir and expose by Christina Crawford (adopted daughter of Joan Crawford), is written by Christina Crawford. The book depicts Christina's childhood as well as her relationship with her mother.
Ghost Story
By: Peter Straub
Not every sin is unpunished in life. GHOST STORY Four aging men from Milburn, New York were convicted of a crime they committed in their youth.
War and Remembrance
By: Herman Wouk
These two classic works capture the current world events and tell the story of one American family caught up in the middle of the war's chaos.
Lauren Bacall By Myself
By: Lauren Bacall
"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON
August 23, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Fire
Temple of Apshai
The Datestones of Ryn
ABPA Backgammon
Heiankyo Alien
Who was the US President on August 23, 1979?
On August 23, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1979?
On August 23, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1979?
On August 23, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
What happened in 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for August 1979?
August 1979 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.
