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August 24, 1990 was the 236th day of the year 1990, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 24, 1990 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 24, 1990, who was born and died on August 24, 1990, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1990, which were the most popular songs (ex. Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Cadence, directed by Martin Sheen), TV series (e.g. Parenthood) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1990 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1990?
- August 24, 1990: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1990: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1990?
- August 24, 1990: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1990: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1990: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1990: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1990?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1990?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1990?
What day of the week was August 24, 1990?
August 24, 1990 was a Friday and it was the 236th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1990 can also be written as 8/24/1990 in the US and as 24/8/1990 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1990: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1990:
- 3,500 peacekeepers arrive in liberia
- Iraqi troops surround american and other embassies in kuwait city.
August 24, 1990: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th 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 24, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1990 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 24, 1990: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1990 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1990 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 24, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 10:36 am and setting at 09:45 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1990.
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Who was born on August 24, 1990?
Famous people born on August 24, 1990:
![Peter Lanzani]()
Peter LanzaniPeter lanzani is an argentine tv actor known for his role in the popular teen telenovela casi ángeles.
- Juan Pedro Lanzani
Argentinian actor and singer.
- Catherine Paiz
Instagram star.
- Vincent Dery
World music singer.
- Juan Lanzani
Argentinian actor (teen angels).
- Seth Curry
Athlete.
- Serhij Lohinov
- Gary Madine
- Luke Martínez
- David Quessenberry
- Pëtr Sedov
- Franco Torgnascioli
- Tina Trstenjak
- Naby Twimumu
- Aloysius Pang
- Ahmad Obeid
- Valentina Pegorer
- Hicham Belkaroui
Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:
![Rupert Grint]()
Rupert GrintRupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.
![Dave Chappelle]()
Dave ChappelleDave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.
![Chad Michael Murray]()
Chad Michael MurrayChad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...
![Paulo Coelho]()
Paulo CoelhoBrazilian esoteric author.
![Stephen Fry]()
Stephen FryBritish actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.
![Martha Higareda]()
Martha HigaredaMartha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.
![Anne Archer]()
Anne ArcherAmerican actress.
![Marlee Matlin]()
Marlee MatlinAmerican actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...
![Pia Degermark]()
Pia DegermarkSwedish actress.
![Takashi Miike]()
Takashi MiikeJapanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.
August 24, 1990: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 33 years 7 months old,
or 403 months and 30 days old,
or 1756 weeks and 4 days old,
or 12296 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 1990.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 August 24, 1990?
There are 123 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1990?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 24, 1990.
August 24, 1990: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1990:
- Sergei Dovlatov
Russian-american journalist and author (b. 1941).
- Gely Abdel Rahman
Sudanese-egyptian poet and academic (b. 1931).
- Sergej Donatovič Dovlatov
- Amerigo Bottai
What famous deaths happened on August 24th?
Famous deaths on August 24th:
![Richard Attenborough]()
Richard AttenboroughEnglish actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.
![Julie Harris]()
Julie HarrisAmerican actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.
![Louis Prima]()
Louis PrimaAmerican actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).
![Jane Greer]()
Jane GreerAmerican singer and actress (d. 2001).
![Jay Thomas]()
Jay ThomasAmerican actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).
![Amanda Randolph]()
Amanda RandolphActress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.
- Charlie Watts
Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.
- Sakae Mutsu
Japanese statesman and diplomat.
- Delancey
Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.
- Muriel Siebert
Muriel Siebert was the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and founded the securities firm Muriel Siebert & Co.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th
August 24, 1990: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1990:
- Liberia: Flag Day
- RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
- Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
- Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
- Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
August 24, 1990: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1990 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 24, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1990: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1990 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:
- Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
- Janet Jackson - Come Back To Me
- Sweet Sensation - If Wishes Came True
- Poison - Unskinny Bop
- Jon Bon Jovi - Blaze Of Glory
August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1990 was Turtle Power by Partners In Kryme, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1990: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1990 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:
- Partners In Kryme - Turtle Power
- DNA featuring Suzanne Vega - Tom's Diner
- Bombalurina - Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
- Blue Pearl - Naked In The Rain
- MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This
August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1990 was Jerk Out by The Time, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1990: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1990 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:
- The Time - Jerk Out
- Janet Jackson - Come Back To Me
- Babyface - My Kinda Girl
- Bell Biv DeVoe - Do Me!
- Tony Toni Tone - Feels Good
August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 24, 1990 was Tengo Todo Excepto A Ti by Luis Miguel, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1990: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 24, 1990 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Luis Miguel - Tengo Todo Excepto A Ti
- Jose Jose - Amnesia
- Lourdes Robles/Luis Enrique - Gracias A Tu Amor
- Ana Gabriel - Ni Un Roce
- Rocio Durcal - Te Amo
August 24, 1990: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1990 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Cadence
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Martin Sheen
Starring: Charlie Sheen, Martin Sheen, Jay Brazeau, Matt Clark
The Hot Spot
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Dennis Hopper
Starring: Don Johnson, Virginia Madsen, Jennifer Connelly, Charles Martin Smith
The Comfort of Strangers
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Paul Schrader
Starring: Christopher Walken, Rupert Everett, Natasha Richardson, Helen Mirren
American Ninja 4: The Annihilation
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Cedric Sundstrom
Starring: Michael Dudikoff, David Bradley, James Booth, Dwayne Alexandre
Dances With Wolves
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Kevin Costner
August 24, 1990: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1990 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Parenthood
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Ron Howard
The Last Laugh
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Kenny Young
Swamp Thing
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Wes Craven
Wish You Were Here
Release year: 1990
Directed by: Kieran Darcy-Smith
Haywire
Release year: 1990
Starring: Brad Slaight
Country: United States of America
August 24, 1990: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1990 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Get Shorty
By: Elmore Leonard
"A Hollywood hit ....Taut with inimitable prose, characters who could only have sprung out of the mind of Elmore Levy." --Detroit NewsElmore Leonard has been called "the coolest and hottest writer in Chicago" by the Chicago Tribune
Oh, the Places You'll Go!
By: Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss's brilliantly wise Oh, The Places You'll go! This is the perfect way to send off grads from high school, college and nursery school. Dr.
Stardust
By: Robert B. Parker
Jill Joyce, star of Fifty Minutes on TV, is a client Spenser has never had. She is beautiful, bitchy and sexy, and someone is following her.
Megatrends 2000
By: John Naisbitt and Patricia Aburdene
This book offers predictions and modern "soothsayings," for the 1990s and beyond. It attempts to chart the future changes in culture, religion, and politics.
August 24, 1990: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1990 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Aurail
Arrow Flash
Cybergenic Ranger: Secret of the Seventh Planet
Adidas Championship Football
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout
Who was the US President on August 24, 1990?
On August 24, 1990 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1990?
On August 24, 1990 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1990?
On August 24, 1990 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 24th?
August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
- 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.
What happened in 1990?
1990 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Houston scores most points against Cleveland, Oilers 58, Browns 14
- Oakland Athletics sweep Red Sox in 4 games to win ALCS
- New York City MTA stops token redemption at subway stations
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What was the calendar for August 1990?
August 1990 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.
