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December 23, 1984 was the 358th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is December 23, 1984 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 23, 1984, who was born and died on December 23, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Virgin by Madonna), movies (e.g. Mrs. Soffel, directed by Gillian Armstrong), TV series (e.g. Drei Reizende Schwestern) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 23, 1984?
- December 23, 1984: What happened on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 23, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 23, 1984?
- December 23, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 23, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- December 23, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 23, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 23, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on December 23, 1984?
What day of the week was December 23, 1984?
December 23, 1984 was a Sunday and it was the 358th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 23, 1984 can also be written as 12/23/1984 in the US and as 23/12/1984 in UK and Europe.
December 23, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 23, 1984:
- After experiencing an engine fire, aeroflot flight 3519 attempts to make an emergency landing at krasnoyarsk international airport but crashes, killing 110 of the 111 people on board.
December 23, 1984: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- New York Giants - Los Angeles Rams : 16 - 13
December 23, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 23, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 23, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 23, 1984 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 1984 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 December 23, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 08:37 am and setting at 06:42 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1985.
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Who was born on December 23, 1984?
Famous people born on December 23, 1984:
- Cary Williams
Former NFL cornerback who played for multiple teams.
- Alison Sudol
Singer-songwriter and actress, known for her music project A Fine Frenzy.
- Sebastian Werle
German rugby player.
- Bernard Pollard
American football player.
- Dudu Aharon
Israeli singer-songwriter.
- Josh Satin
American baseball player.
- Joseph Stacey
British actor.
- A Fine Frenzy
- Belsy (singer)
- Charline Picon
- Shang Ping
- Annis Hechavarría
- Han Ye-ri
- Bruno Fernandes de Souza
- Belsy
Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:
![Corey Haim]()
Corey HaimCorey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.
![Estella Warren]()
Estella WarrenCanadian actress and model.
![Marie Bell]()
Marie BellFrom 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.
![Donna Tartt]()
Donna TarttAmerican author.
![Joan Severance]()
Joan SeveranceAmerican model actress and producer.
![Finn Wolfhard]()
Finn WolfhardFinn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.
![Robert Bly]()
Robert BlyAmerican poet, translator and editor.
![Esther Phillips]()
Esther PhillipsAmerican singer best known for her r&b vocals.
![Harry Shearer]()
Harry ShearerAmerican actor, director, and satirical writer.
![Elizabeth Hartman]()
Elizabeth HartmanActress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.
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December 23, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 3 months old,
or 471 months and 27 days old,
or 2051 weeks and 5 days old,
or 14362 days old,
if you were born on December 23, 1984.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 December 23, 1984?
There are 248 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 23, 1984.
December 23, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 23, 1984:
- Joan Lindsay
Australian author and playwright (b. 1896).
- Ingemar Düring
- Nino Ferraù
- Ferdinand Kardoš
What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?
Famous deaths on December 23rd:
![Jack Webb]()
Jack WebbAmerican actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.
![Charlie Drake]()
Charlie DrakeBritish comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).
![Billy Barty]()
Billy BartyAmerican actor and singer (d.2000).
![Patric Knowles]()
Patric KnowlesEnglish actor (b. 1911).
- Truda White
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Emmilia Plater
Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.
- Yussef Lateef
Yussef Lateef was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer who was a pioneer of world music.
- Venida Browning
Renowned jazz singer and performer during the mid-20th century.
- Earmon Hubbard
American track and field athlete who set a world record in the long jump.
- John Chamberlain
Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.
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December 23, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 23, 1984:
- Festivus (from sitcom Seinfeld)
- Oaxaca - Night of the Radishes
- Secular humanism (American) - HumanLight observed
- R.C. Saints - John Cantius ; Thorlac Thorhallsson, patron saint of Iceland
- Sweden - Birthday of Queen Silvia, an official flag day
- Japan - The Emperor's Birthday - Birthday of Akihito, the current Emperor of Japan
- Roman festivals - Larentalia, a festival in honor of Larenta
- Ancient Latvia - Ziemassvetki held
December 23, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 23, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 17th and December 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 23, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 1984 was Like A Virgin by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 23, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
- Duran Duran - Wild Boys
- Daryl Hall & John Oates - Out Of Touch
- The Honeydrippers - Sea Of Love
- New Edition - Cool It Now
December 23, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 1984 was Do They Know It's Christmas? by Band Aid, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 23, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?
- Paul McCartney - Pipes Of Peace
- Howard Jones - What Is Love
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - The Power Of Love
- Status Quo - Marguerita Time
December 23, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 1984 was Operator by Midnight Star, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 23, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Midnight Star - Operator
- Ashford & Simpson - Solid
- Glenn Jones - Show Me
- The Temptations - Treat Her Like A Lady
- Eugene Wilde - Gotta Get You Home Tonight
December 23, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 23, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Mrs. Soffel
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Gillian Armstrong
Starring: Diane Keaton, Mel Gibson, Matthew Modine, Edward Herrmann
Birdy
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Alan Parker
Starring: Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron
Johnny Dangerously
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Starring: Michael Keaton, Joe Piscopo, Marilu Henner, Maureen Stapleton
The River
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Mark Rydell
Starring: Mel Gibson, Sissy Spacek, Shane Bailey, Becky Jo Lynch
The Flamingo Kid
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Garry Marshall
Starring: Matt Dillon, Hector Elizondo, Molly McCarthy, Martha Gehman
December 23, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 23, 1984 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Drei reizende Schwestern
Release year: 1984
Pogo 1104
Release year: 1984
Fast Forward
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Pushing Up Daisies
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Selina Barker
Lucky Luke
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Terence Hill
December 23, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 23, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Fourth Protocol
By: Frederick Forsyth
It's a time of political turmoil in Great Britain. Behind the Iron Curtain, an insidious plot is being devised, a plan so dangerous that even the KGB is unaware of it.
A Light In The Attic
By: Shel Silverstein
While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
The Butter Battle Book
By: Dr. Seuss
The Butter Battlebook, Dr. Seuss’s classic cautionary tale, teaches readers the importance of respecting differences. Although the Zooks and Yooks both love butter bread, animosity develops between them because they enjoy it differently.
Moses The Kitten
By: James Herriot
A small, bedraggled cat is found in a corner of a frozen pond. He is then taken to a nearby farm where he is nursed back into health. When he's healthy enough, he can join the rest of the animals.
Lincoln
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
December 23, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 23, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Beyond Castle Wolfenstein
Binary Land
Ballblazer
Ghouls
F-1 Race
Who was the US President on December 23, 1984?
On December 23, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1984?
On December 23, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 23, 1984?
On December 23, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 23rd?
December 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of December. 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 December 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Drone incident at gatwick airport: two people were arrested by police just two days before and released without charge.
- 2017 - 2017 pacific typhoon season: tropical storm tembin: in the philippines, more than 200 people have been killed by floods and mudslides triggered by severe tropic storm vinta.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: more than 100 syrian army pows were reportedly found in east aleppo, the last rebel-held territory. they claim that they were executed by rebel forces.
What happened in 1984?
1984 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 2,000 die from Union Carbide poison gas emission in Bhopal, India
- Night Court starring Harry Anderson premieres on NBC TV
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 41 B mission
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What was the calendar for December 1984?
December 1984 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
