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December 26, 1984 was the 361st day of the year 1984, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is December 26, 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 26, 1984, who was born and died on December 26, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 26, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Virgin by Madonna), movies (e.g. Fatal Games, directed by Michael Elliot), 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 26th, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 26, 1984?
- December 26, 1984: What happened on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 26, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 26, 1984?
- December 26, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 26, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- December 26, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 26, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 26, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on December 26, 1984?
What day of the week was December 26, 1984?
December 26, 1984 was a Wednesday and it was the 361st day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 26, 1984 can also be written as 12/26/1984 in the US and as 26/12/1984 in UK and Europe.
December 26, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 26, 1984:
- Belgian princess astrid marries arch duke otto l van austrian-este.
December 26, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th 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 26, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 26th, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 26, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 26, 1984 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 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 26, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 30% full, rising at 10:37 am and setting at 09:57 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 26, 1984?
Famous people born on December 26, 1984:
- Natalie Nunn
Reality star.
- Leonardo Ghiraldini
Italian rugby player.
- Alex Schwazer
Italian race walker.
- Ahmed Barusso
Ghanaian footballer.
- Choi Eun-kyung
- Eveline Decroos
- Tommy Edvardsen
- Vladimir Buač
- Fabrício Simões
- Jonathan Tiernan-Locke
- Matt Richards
- Javier Araújo
- Paulinho Boracini
Whose famous birthday is on December 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 26th:
![Jared Leto]()
Jared LetoAmerican actor, singer-songwriter, director.
![Kit Harington]()
Kit HaringtonTv actor.
![Andy Biersack]()
Andy BiersackRock singer.
![Richard Widmark]()
Richard WidmarkAmerican actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Shun Oguri]()
Shun OguriJapanese director and actor.
![Eden Sher]()
Eden SherAmerican actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the TV series 'The Middle'.
![Donald Moffat]()
Donald MoffatEnglish-american actor (d. 2018).
![Elizabeth Kostova]()
Elizabeth KostovaAmerican author.
![Caroll Spinney]()
Caroll SpinneyAmerican puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).
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December 26, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 3 months old,
or 471 months and 25 days old,
or 2051 weeks and 3 days old,
or 14360 days old,
if you were born on December 26, 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 26, 1984?
There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 26, 1984.
December 26, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 26, 1984:
- Gaylord Hauser
Co-founder of the health food company, Hauser Chemical Research.
- Roberto Ferretti
- Geoffrey Barraclough
- Alfonso Leonetti
- Chan Sy
- Tebbs Lloyd Johnson
- Chan Sy (ចាន់ ស៊ី)
What famous deaths happened on December 26th?
Famous deaths on December 26th:
![Curtis Mayfield]()
Curtis MayfieldCurtis mayfield was an influential funk singer known for his socially conscious lyrics and his work with the group the impressions.
![Gerald Ford]()
Gerald FordAmerican politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states.
![Teena Marie]()
Teena MarieAmerican composer and singer (born 1956).
![Sylva Koscina]()
Sylva KoscinaItalian actress, best known for her role in "hercules," (1958), and "hercules unchained", (1960).
![Vincent Schiavelli]()
Vincent SchiavelliAmerican actor (d. 2005).
![Jason Robards]()
Jason RobardsAmerican actor who appeared in more than 170 films over a forty-year career.
![Elsa Lanchester]()
Elsa LanchesterLondon, england -- actress (bride of frankenstien), lewisham london.
![Nigel Hawthorne]()
Nigel HawthorneHe was a british actor on the stage and screen who earned admiration in his early 50s.
![Tom Smothers]()
Tom SmothersAmerican comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.
![Jack Benny]()
Jack BennyAmerican actor and comedian, benny was a tv, radio, and film star for many years.
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December 26, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 26, 1984:
- The first day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- First day of Kwanzaa
- Boxing Day in the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Australia - Proclamation Day (South Australian public holiday), for the foundation of the Australian state of South Australia on December 28, 1836 but commemorated on this day.
- Wrenboys celebrate Wren in Ireland
- Period of Ursids meteor shower ends about this day
- Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia - Tsunami Awareness Day/Tsunami Memorial (or Remembrance) Day
- Mandala Pooja at Sabarimala in Kerala, India
- First day of Junkanoo street parade in the Bahamas (the second day is on the New Year's Day)
- Wren day in Ireland and the Isle of Man.
December 26, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 26, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 24th and December 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 26, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 26, 1984 was Like A Virgin by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.
December 26, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 26, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 24th and December 30th. 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 26, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 26, 1984 was Operator by Midnight Star, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.
December 26, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 26, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 24th and December 30th. 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 26, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 26, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fatal Games
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Michael Elliot
Starring: Sally Kirkland, Lynn Banashek, Sean Masterson, Michael O'Leary
Shadows Run Black
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Howard Heard
Starring: Elizabeth Trosper, William J. Kulzer, Shea Porter, George Engelson
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
December 26, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 26, 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 26, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 26, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Sicilian
By: Mario Puzo
Mario Puzo's internationally acclaimed novel The Godfather was a huge success. He has been often imitated, but never surpassed. The classic novel by Puzo, The Sicilian is a cornerstone of the author's work. It is a romantic and unforgettable story …
Strong Medicine
By: Arthur Hailey
Arthur Hailey, a master storyteller, takes readers behind-the scenes of the billion dollar pharmaceutical industry in his New York Times bestseller. It begins as a routine case: Mary Rowe is diagnosed with hepatitis.
Love And War
By: John Jakes
John Jakes, #1 New York Times Bestseller, presents part 2 of his epic North and South Trilogy. This is the Civil War saga that inspired the iconic television series North and South. With over 5 million copies sold, it's a …
The Weaker Vessel
By: Antonia Fraser
"An almost encyclopedic record of women in 17th-century England...wives and warriors, heiresses or preachers... alive with Anecdote After Anecdote." New York Times Book Review
Julie
By: Catherine Marshall
Julie Wallace is only eighteen when her father moves the family from Pennsylvania to escape flooding and puts their lives at risk by closing a struggling newspaper.
December 26, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 26, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Mikie
Barbie
Gift from the Gods
Knight Lore
Hogan's Alley
Who was the US President on December 26, 1984?
On December 26, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1984?
On December 26, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 26, 1984?
On December 26, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 26th?
December 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2018 - The first time they have visited a combat zone since becoming president, the unannounced visit of president donald trump and first lady melania trump to the al asad airbase in iraq was post-christmas.
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: according emergency services and al masirah (houthi-owned), saudi arabian coalition air attacks killed 15 and wounded 60 people at al-shahra souq in taiz governorate.
- 2016 - American actor george s. irving is best known as one of the final members of oklahoma's original production. at 94, heat miser, the voice of heat miser in the year without a santa claus, is dead.
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.
