Friday October 23, 1987: on this day

October 23, 1987 was the 296th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 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 October 23, 1987, who was born and died on October 23, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bad by Michael Jackson), movies (e.g. Less Than Zero, directed by Marek Kanievska), TV series (e.g. Finders Keepers) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was October 23, 1987?


October 23, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 296th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1987 can also be written as 10/23/1987 in the US and as 23/10/1987 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1987 in October 1987 calendar

history

October 23, 1987: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 1987:

  • On a vote of 58-42, the united states senate rejects president ronald reagan's nomination of robert bork to the u.s. supreme court.

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 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 October 23rd, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


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The moon phase on October 23, 1987 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 23, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 08:16 am and setting at 06:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 1987.

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Who was born on October 23, 1987?


Famous people born on October 23, 1987:

  • Carmella WWE

    Carmella is a professional wrestler known for her time in WWE.

  • Carmella

    American wrestler.

  • Faye

    Swedish singer-songwriter.

  • Miyuu Sawai

    Japanese actress and model.

  • Robin Copeland

    Irish rugby player.

  • Kyle Gibson

    American baseball player.

  • Seo In-guk

    South korean actor and singer.

  • Naomi Watanabe

    Japanese actress.

  • Félix Doubront

    Venezuelan baseball player.

  • Faye Hamlin

    Swedish singer (play).

  • Carmella (wrestler)
  • Jacques Maghoma
  • Stenia Michel
  • Kostjantyn Miljajev
  • Thōmas Nazlidīs
  • Rodrigo Pimpão
  • Rossella Sardu

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

See more famous people and celebrities born on October 23rd

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


You are 36 years 5 months old,

or 437 months and 27 days old,

or 1904 weeks

or 13328 days old,

if you were born on October 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 October 23, 1987?

There are 187 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on October 23, 1987:

  • Henri Arnaudeau
  • Jimmy Mullen
  • Alejandro Scopelli
  • Della H. Raney

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

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

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


Holidays on October 23, 1987:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1987: Number 1 song on that day

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


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

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

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

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

  1. - Bad youtube
  2. - Causing A Commotion
  3. - U Got The Look
  4. - Lost In Emotion
  5. - I Think We're Alone Now youtube

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

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1987 was You Win Again by The Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

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

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

  1. - You Win Again
  2. - Pump Up The Volume / Anitina (The First Time I See She Dance)
  3. - Full Metal Jacket (I Wanna Be Your Drill Instructor)
  4. - Crockett's Theme

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

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

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

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

  1. - Bad youtube
  2. - We've Only Just Begun (The Romance Is Not Over)
  3. - Don't You Want Me
  4. - Lovin' You
  5. - I Don't Think That Man Should Sleep Alone

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

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

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

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

  1. - La Bamba youtube
  2. - Que no se rompa la noche
  3. - Ahora Te Puedes Marchar
  4. - No Se Murio El Amor
  5. - Me Pase De La Cuenta

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

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

Less Than Zero

Less Than Zero

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Marek Kanievska

Starring: Andrew McCarthy, Jami Gertz, Robert Downey Jr., James Spader

Country: United States of America

Cry Freedom

Cry Freedom

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Richard Attenborough

Starring: Denzel Washington, Kevin Kline, Josette Simon, Wabei Siyolwe

Deadly Prey

Deadly Prey

Release year: 1987

Directed by: David A. Prior

Starring: Cameron Mitchell, Troy Donahue, Ted Prior, Fritz Matthews

Russkies

Russkies

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Rick Rosenthal

Starring: Whip Hubley, Joaquin Phoenix, Peter Billingsley, Stefan DeSalle

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

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

The most popular TV Series on October 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:

Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Bryan Carberry

Anime san jushi

Anime san jushi

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Release year: 1987

Frank's Place

Frank's Place

Release year: 1987

Written by:

Directed by: Helaine Head

Starring: Tim Reid, Robert Harper, Daphne Reid, Francesca P. Roberts

Country: United States of America

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

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

Kaleidoscope by Danielle Steel

Kaleidoscope

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A young Frenchwoman meets a brilliant American actor in wartime Paris. Their love is fairytale-like, but they end up in tragedy. Their three children are cruelly divided after they become orphaned.

Hot Flashes by Barbara Raskin

Hot Flashes

By:

Hot Flashes by Raskin, Barbara

Cultural Literacy by E. D. Hirsch Jr

Cultural Literacy

By:

Hirsch makes the argument that American children are not being taught the fundamental knowledge necessary to be able to function in modern society.

A Southern Family by Gail Godwin

A Southern Family

By:

Gail Godwin's novels are modern classics. They are powerfully affecting fiction with beautiful writing and endearing characters. Her critically acclaimed writing has earned her a place in the top ten.

It'S All In The Playing by Shirley MacLaine

It'S All In The Playing

By:

This is the fifth volume of one of the most remarkable personal odysseys in the 20th century. Do not fall off the mountain, you can get there from here, out on a limb, dancing in the light

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

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

Bad Street Brawler

Bad Street Brawler

Platform: Amiga, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, NES

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Mindscape Inc.

Driller

Driller

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

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Incentive Software

Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Platform: Family Computer Disk System Nintendo Entertainment System Microsoft Windows

Genre: Platform-adventure

Publisher: Konami

Blades of Steel Konamic Ice Hockey

Blades of Steel Konamic Ice Hockey

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, Family Computer Disk System, Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Wii Virtual Console

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Konami

Alien Syndrome

Alien Syndrome

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Game Gear, MS-DOS, MSX, NES, Sega Master System, ZX Spectrum, Sharp X68000

Genre: Run & gun shooter

Publisher: Sega

history

Who was the US President on October 23, 1987?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1987?

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

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What is special about October 23rd?

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

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

Find out more about October 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 October 1987?

October 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 1987 calendar looked like.

Friday October 23, 1987