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January 24, 1983 was the 24th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is January 24, 1983 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 24, 1983, who was born and died on January 24, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 24, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Down Under by Men At Work), movies (e.g. Videodrome, directed by David Cronenberg), TV series (e.g. The Hard Word) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 24th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 24, 1983?
- January 24, 1983: What happened on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 24, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 24, 1983?
- January 24, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 24, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- January 24, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- January 24, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 24, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 24, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on January 24, 1983?
What day of the week was January 24, 1983?
January 24, 1983 was a Monday and it was the 24th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 24, 1983 can also be written as 1/24/1983 in the US and as 24/1/1983 in UK and Europe.
January 24, 1983: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 24, 1983:
- George cukor, american film director, dies of stroke and heart attack at age 83 (born 1899).
- Hulk hogan pins the iron sheik for world wrestling federation title.
- Lotus 1-2-3 is released for ibm-pc compatible computers.
- Red rain falls in the uk, caused by sand from the sahara desert in the droplets.
January 24, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 24th 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 24, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 24, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 24th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 24, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 24, 1983 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 24, 1983 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 24, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 12:52 pm and setting at 03:50 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 30, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Jan 28, 1983.
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Who was born on January 24, 1983?
Famous people born on January 24, 1983:
- Scott Speed
American formula one driver.
- Diane Birch
American singer-songwriter and pianist.
- Craig Horner
Craig horner is an australian tv actor known for his role as richard cypher in the tv series legend of the seeker.
- Frankie Grande
Frankie Grande is an entrepreneur and social media personality.
- Evgeny Drattsev
Russian swimmer.
- Davide Biondini
Italian footballer.
- Wyatt Crockett
New zealand rugby player.
- Shaun Maloney
Scottish footballer.
- Riya Sen
Movie actress.
- Fabien Fasaké
- Valentina Palmisano
- Laura Pitt-Pulford
- Julia Revesz
- Gaëlle Skrela
- Andy Welsh
- Evgenij Dratcev
Whose famous birthday is on January 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 24th:
![Sharon Tate]()
Sharon TateAmerican actress, model and sex symbol.
![Mischa Barton]()
Mischa BartonMischa Barton is a British-American actress known for her role in the TV series 'The O.C.
![Nastassja Kinski]()
Nastassja KinskiGerman actress, well-known family member, the 1981 golden globe award winner for her role as the star in "tess of the d'urbervilles" was won...
![Daniel Auteuil]()
Daniel AuteuilFrench actor and one of france's most versatile actors, he has appeared in over 75 films since 2009 and continues to deliver strong...
![Ed Helms]()
Ed HelmsEd helms is an american actor, comedian, and singer known for his role as andy bernard in the television series the office and as stu price...
![Riya Sen]()
Riya SenRiya sen is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being part of the famous sen family in the indian film industry.
![Tatyana Ali]()
Tatyana AliTatyana ali is an american singer and actress best known for her role as ashley banks on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
![Michio Kaku]()
Michio KakuAmerican theoretical physicist and city college professor in new york city.
![Michelle Hunziker]()
Michelle HunzikerSwiss-italian tv hostess, actress and model, as well as singer.
![Ernest Borgnine]()
Ernest BorgnineAmerican actor and tv star whose career spans more than six decades.
January 24, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 41 years 3 months old,
or 495 months
or 2152 weeks and 2 days old,
or 15066 days old,
if you were born on January 24, 1983.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 January 24, 1983?
There are 275 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 24th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 24, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 24, 1983.
January 24, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 24, 1983:
- George Cukor
American director and producer (b. 1899).
- Johan Grøttumsbråten
- Juan Carlos Zabala
What famous deaths happened on January 24th?
Famous deaths on January 24th:
![Gordon MacRae]()
Gordon MacRaeAmerican singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.
![Pernell Roberts]()
Pernell RobertsPernell Roberts was an American actor known for his role as Adam Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.
![Winston Churchill]()
Winston ChurchillBritish politician, descendant of the 1st duke of marlborough (1650-16722).
![Madge Bellamy]()
Madge BellamyHillsboro, texas -- actress ("white zombie").
![Jerome Cowan]()
Jerome CowanActor (mr dithers -blondie) dies at 74.
![Lil Dagover]()
Lil DagoverDutch-born german actress (born in 1887).
![Larry Fine]()
Larry FineAmerican comedian and actor (born in 1902).
See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 24th
January 24, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 24, 1983:
- Jim Ross Day - State of Oklahoma
- Roman Catholic Church - Feasts of St. Francis de Sales and Our Lady of Peace
- Roman Empire - first day of the Sementivae in honor of Ceres and Terra
Observances on January 24, 1983:
- International Day of Education
January 24, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 24, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 24th and January 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 24, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 24, 1983 was Down Under by Men At Work, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.
January 24, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Men At Work - Down Under
- Toto - Africa
- Marvin Gaye - Sexual Healing
- Don Henley - Dirty Laundry
- Michael Jackson - The Girl Is Mine
January 24, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 24, 1983 was You Can't Hurry Love by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.
January 24, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Phil Collins - You Can't Hurry Love
- Men At Work - Down Under
- Renee & Renato - Save Your Love
- David Essex - A Winter's Tale
- Eddy Grant - Electric Avenue
January 24, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on January 24, 1983 was The Girl Is Mine by Michael Jackson And Paul McCartney, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.
January 24, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on January 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson And Paul McCartney - The Girl Is Mine
- Sonny Charles - Put It In A Magazine
- Tyrone Davis - Are You Serious
- Marvin Gaye - Sexual Healing
- Chaka Khan - Got To Be There
January 24, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 24, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Videodrome
Release year: 1983
Directed by: David Cronenberg
Starring: James Woods, Debbie Harry, Sonja Smits, Peter Dvorsky
Country: United States of America
Blue Thunder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: John Badham
Starring: Roy Scheider, Warren Oates, Candy Clark, Daniel Stern
Country: United States of America
Tenebre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo
Country: Italy
Without a Trace
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Stanley R. Jaffe
Starring: Kate Nelligan, Judd Hirsch, David Dukes, Stockard Channing
Zeder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco
Country: Italy
January 24, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 24, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Hard Word
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Scott Roberts
The Family Tree
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Vivi Friedman
Treasure Hunt
Release year: 1982
Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs
January 24, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 24, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Deadeye Dick
By: Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut's satirical, funny and chillingly humorous look at the death or innocence is Deadeye Dick. An assortment of Vonnegutian horrors ensues, including a double murder, radioactivity fatality, and a decapitation.
The Fall Of Freddie The Leaf
By: Leo Buscaglia
Leo Buscaglia's story of Freddie, a leaf named after him, is warm and simple. How Freddie and his companion leaves adapt to the changing seasons.
Max
By: Howard Fast
Max Britsky, at the age of thirty, rises from the turbulent streets of New York City to take control of the first Hollywood studio. Through brawls and loves, triumphs and betrayals, he's able to do so through the many pitfalls, …
Foundation'S Edge
By: Isaac Asimov
The bitter and costly war between the Foundations was finally over. The First Foundation's scientists had won; now they return to Hari
January 24, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on January 24, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Gyruss
GATO
Bank Heist
Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Treasure of Tarmin
Arabian
Who was the US President on January 24, 1983?
On January 24, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 24, 1983?
On January 24, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on January 24, 1983?
On January 24, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about January 24th?
January 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Adelaide, south australia, experiences its highest temperature ever since 1939. it reaches 46.6 degrees celsius (115.9 degrees fahrenheit) at 3:36pm local. this is the highest temperature ever recorded in any australian capital. high temperatures have proved fatal to significant numbers of local livestock.
- 2018 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: 2018 save the children jalalabad attack: an attack on save the children jalalabad charity's offices in the eastern afghan city jalalabad.
- 2017 - 89th academy awards: the nominees for 2017 academy awards have been announced. hidden figures, moonlight, and la la land are some of the most popular.
What happened in 1983?
1983 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
- Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
- Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal
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What was the calendar for January 1983?
January 1983 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.
