Friday January 23, 1987: on this day

January 23, 1987 was the 23rd day of the year 1987, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 23, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 23, 1987, who was born and died on January 23, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 23, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. At This Moment (Live) by Billy Vera), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Unnatural Causes) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 23rd, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 23, 1987?


January 23, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 23rd day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 23, 1987 can also be written as 1/23/1987 in the US and as 23/1/1987 in UK and Europe.

January 23, 1987 in January 1987 calendar

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January 23, 1987: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 23, 1987:

  • Dow jones rises 64 points then drops 110 points
  • Japan 1st exceeds military spending cap of 1% of gnp
  • Mohammed said hersi morgan sends a "letter of death" to somali president siad barre, proposing the genocide of the isaaq people.

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January 23, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 23rd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 23, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 23, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Rabbit personality and how the Fire 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 January 23rd, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 23, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on January 23, 1987 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 23, 1987 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 January 23, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 12:56 am and setting at 11:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 15, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Feb 13, 1987.

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Who was born on January 23, 1987?


Famous people born on January 23, 1987:

  • Leo Komarov

    Finnish player in ice hockey.

  • Andrea

    Pop singer.

  • Felicia Brandström

    Swedish singer.

  • The Avener

    French producer and dj.

  • Kayne Tremills

    Tv show host.

  • Cyril Cinélu
  • Dimitri Voutsinos
  • Vladislav Mirčev
  • Yūto Nakamura
  • Louisa Nécib
  • Keigo Shinzō
  • So Kwang-chol
  • Leonardo Marcelo Morales
  • Abdullah Al-Mayouf
  • Alexander Baumjohann
  • Sandra Blázquez
  • Whitney Boddie

Whose famous birthday is on January 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 23rd:

  • Tito Ortiz
    Tito Ortiz

    Tito ortiz is an american retired ufc fighter known for his long and successful career in mixed martial arts.

  • Jeanne Moreau
    Jeanne Moreau

    French actress and director, moreau has appeared in more than 49 films.

  • Mariska Hargitay
    Mariska Hargitay

    American actress, recognized family.

  • Rutger Hauer
    Rutger Hauer

    Dutch actor who excels in the role of villain in films like "blade runner," nighthawks, and "the hitcher.

  • Chesley Sullenberger
    Chesley Sullenberger

    American commercial airline pilot who was celebrated for landing his usairways plane carrying 155 passengers and crew on the hudson river in...

  • Dan Duryea
    Dan Duryea

    Dan Duryea was a talented actor known for his roles in film noir and westerns.

  • Jack Reynor
    Jack Reynor

    Movie actor.

  • Gail O'Grady
    Gail O'Grady

    Gail o'grady is an american actress known for her roles in television series such as nypd blue and american dreams.

  • Richard Roxburgh
    Richard Roxburgh

    Richard roxburgh is an australian actor and producer known for his roles in moulin rouge! and the sherlock holmes film series.

  • Ariadna Gil
    Ariadna Gil

    Ariadna gil is a spanish actress known for her roles in films such as belle époque and pan's labyrinth.

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January 23, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 37 years 2 months old,

or 446 months and 5 days old,

or 1939 weeks and 6 days old,

or 13579 days old,

if you were born on January 23, 1987.

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 January 23, 1987?

There are 301 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 23rd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 23, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 23, 1987.

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January 23, 1987: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 23, 1987:

  • Neo Chwee Kok
  • Bernhardt J. Hurwood

What famous deaths happened on January 23rd?

Famous deaths on January 23rd:

  • Hal Holbrook
    Hal Holbrook

    American actor on screen and stage, whose first film was "the group" (1966).

  • Jack Oakie
    Jack Oakie

    American comedian who appeared on more than 100 films, including charlie chaplin’s classic 1940 film "the great dictator".

  • Freddie Bartholomew
    Freddie Bartholomew

    England, united kingdom -- actor (anna karenina, david copperfield).

  • Gorden Kaye
    Gorden Kaye

    English singer and actor.

  • Craig Charles
    Craig Charles

    English actor and tv presenter.

  • Paul Robeson
    Paul Robeson

    American actor and activist, singer (d. 1976).

  • Hope Hampton
    Hope Hampton

    Actress (star dust and lawful larcency), died at 83.

  • Jack LaLanne
    Jack LaLanne

    American nutritionist and fitness expert (born in 1914).

  • Ian Wolfe
    Ian Wolfe

    Actor (houdini, thx-1138, homebodies), dies at 95.

  • Franceen Dali

    Franceen Dali was a Spanish surrealist artist known for her dreamlike and visually striking paintings.

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

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January 23, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 23, 1987:

  • Pie Day
  • The Saddest day of the year is January 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [1]
  • Roman Catholic Church: Feast of Blessed Marianne of Molokai
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January 23, 1987: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 23, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 19th and January 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 23, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 23, 1987 was At This Moment (Live) by Billy Vera, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 23, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 23, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - At This Moment (Live)
  2. - C'est La Vie
  3. - Shake You Down youtube
  4. - Open Your Heart youtube
  5. - Control

January 23, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 23, 1987 was Reet Petite by Jackie Wilson, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 23, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 23, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Reet Petite
  2. - Jack Your Body
  3. - Is This Love
  4. - Caravan Of Love
  5. - No More The Fool

January 23, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 23, 1987 was Stop To Love by Luther Vandross, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 23, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 23, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Stop To Love
  2. - Candy
  3. - Jimmy Lee
  4. - Control
  5. - Come Share My Love

January 23, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 23, 1987 was De mi enamorate by Daniela Romo, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 23, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 23, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - De mi enamorate
  2. - y quien puede ser
  3. - Tu dama de hierro
  4. - Quedate conmigo esta noche
  5. - La hora del adios

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January 23, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 23, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Opera

Opera

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi

Country: Italy

Beyond Therapy

Beyond Therapy

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Julie Hagerty, Jeff Goldblum, Glenda Jackson, Tom Conti

Quella villa in fondo al parco

Quella villa in fondo al parco

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo

Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon

Country: Italy

Dead of Winter

Dead of Winter

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Arthur Penn

Starring: Mary Steenburgen, Roddy McDowall, Jan Rubes, William Russ

Street Trash

Street Trash

Release year: 1987

Directed by: James M. Muro

Starring: Mike Lackey, Bill Chepil, Vic Noto, Mark Sferrazza

January 23, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 23, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Unnatural Causes

Unnatural Causes

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Robert Malenfant

Gung Ho

Gung Ho

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Ray Enright

Blood Red Roses

Blood Red Roses

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Bill Lyons

Alfons Zitterbacke

Alfons Zitterbacke

Release year: 1986

The Little Vampire

The Little Vampire

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Uli Edel

January 23, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 23, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Across China by Peter Jenkins

Across China

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Peter Jenkins began his journey across America's heartland in the mid-1970s to rediscover America. The two bestselling books A Walk Across America and A Walk Across America are his stirring accounts of this extraordinary journey.

Whirlwind by James Clavell

Whirlwind

By:

Whirlwind tells the story of three weeks spent in Tehran, February 1979. It is three weeks of passion, sacrifice, and heartbreak. A team of professional pilots is caught between the revolutionaries, the forces of international intrigue and themselves.

The Panic Of '89 by Paul Erdman

The Panic Of '89

By:

The Panic of '89

The Search For Signs Of Intelligent Life In The Universe by Jane Wagner

The Search For Signs Of Intelligent Life In The Universe

By:

The Broadway play's text captures twenty years of American culture.

Hollywood Husbands by Jackie Collins

Hollywood Husbands

By:

Hollywood Husbands are hot...Hollywood Husbands aredynamic...Hollywood Husbands are sexy... Jack Python is the hottest Hollywood Husband of all. He rulesnighttime T.V. His controversial talk show is a huge hit, and the women he meets melt.

January 23, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 23, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crossroads

Crossroads

Platform: Commodore 64

Barbarian

Barbarian

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

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Psygnosis

Galactic Trader

Galactic Trader

Platform: OpenVMS

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: self-published

500cc Grand Prix

500cc Grand Prix

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore C64/128, IBM PC (DOS)

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Microïds

Dizzy - The Ultimate Cartoon Adventure

Dizzy - The Ultimate Cartoon Adventure

Platform: Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Arcade adventure

Publisher: Codemasters

history

Who was the US President on January 23, 1987?

On January 23, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 23, 1987?

On January 23, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 23, 1987?

On January 23, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 23rd?

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

  • 2019 - Three michigan residents were arrested at gerald r. ford international airport on suspicion of conspiring to support islamic state.
  • 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018): a double car bombing in benghazi leaves at least 33 dead and "dozens" more injured. according to local officials, the victims include both civilians and military personnel.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war - the yemeni army claims it has retaken the port of mocha from houthi rebels.

Find out more about January 23rd

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What happened in 1987?

1987 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
  • International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
  • 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland

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What was the calendar for January 1987?

January 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1987 calendar looked like.

Friday January 23, 1987