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August 27, 1986 was the 239th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 27, 1986 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 27, 1986, who was born and died on August 27, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. Higher Love by Steve Winwood), movies (e.g. Children of a Lesser God, directed by Randa Haines), TV series (e.g. Grand Prix Der Volksmusik) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 27, 1986?
- August 27, 1986: What happened on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 27, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 27, 1986?
- August 27, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 27, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- August 27, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 27, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 27, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on August 27, 1986?
What day of the week was August 27, 1986?
August 27, 1986 was a Wednesday and it was the 239th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 27, 1986 can also be written as 8/27/1986 in the US and as 27/8/1986 in UK and Europe.
August 27, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 27, 1986:
- Emmy news and documentaries award presentation
August 27, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th 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 27, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 27, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 27, 1986 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 1986 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 27, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 11:00 pm and setting at 03:34 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 19, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Sep 18, 1986.
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Who was born on August 27, 1986?
Famous people born on August 27, 1986:
- Sebastyan Kurz
Former Chancellor of Austria.
- Savhanna Brinson
Savhanna Brinson is an American entrepreneur and the wife of NBA player LeBron James.
- Big K.R.I.T.
Big k.r.
- Cassie Ventura
Cassie ventura is a musician known for her hit single 'me & u' and for her work as a model and actress.
- Savannah James
Founder of The Glam App and wife of NBA player LeBron James.
- Mario
American singer and actor.
- Lana Bastašić
Serbian-bosnian author and translator.
- Nabil Zhar
French-moroccan footballer.
- Mario Barrett
R&b singer.
- Thomas Trudeau
American notable family, son of jane pauley (cartoonist) and gary trudeau (soapmaker).
- Jorge Teixeira
- Greta Scarano
- Andrés Mercado
Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:
![Aaron Paul]()
Aaron PaulAaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.
![Tom Ford]()
Tom FordFord, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.
![Paul Reubens]()
Paul ReubensAmerican comedian, better known as pee wee herman.
![Tuesday Weld]()
Tuesday WeldAmerican actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.
![Peter Stormare]()
Peter StormareSwedish actor, director, and playwright.
![Neha Dhupia]()
Neha DhupiaIndian actress and model.
![Chandra Wilson]()
Chandra WilsonChandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.
![Harry Reems]()
Harry ReemsAmerican porn actor (d. 2013).
![Antonia Fraser]()
Antonia FraserEnglish author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.
![Martha Raye]()
Martha RayeAmerican entertainer.
August 27, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years 7 months old,
or 451 months and 23 days old,
or 1964 weeks and 2 days old,
or 13750 days old,
if you were born on August 27, 1986.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 27, 1986?
There are 130 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 27, 1986.
August 27, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 27, 1986:
- Elvi Sinervo
Finnish poet known for her works reflecting nature and human emotions.
- Joyce Mansour
Egyptian-French surrealist poet.
- Ezio Ottaviani
- Guglielmo Pasta
- Olga Šilhánová
- Georgij Agzamov
- Arturo Godoy
What famous deaths happened on August 27th?
Famous deaths on August 27th:
![Jinx Falkenburg]()
Jinx FalkenburgAmerican actress known for her work in films and television.
![Greg Morris]()
Greg MorrisAmerican actor.
![Gracie Allen]()
Gracie AllenAmerican comedian and actress (born 1895).
- Gabbie Petito
Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.
- Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.
- Margaret Bourke-White
Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...
- Rishikesh Mukherjee
Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.
- Jaysiah Washington
Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
- Tryson Wapakhabulo
Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.
- Haile Selassie
Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...
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August 27, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 27, 1986:
- Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
- Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
- RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
August 27, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 27, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 25th and August 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 27, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 1986 was Higher Love by Steve Winwood, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 27, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Steve Winwood - Higher Love
- Bananarama - Venus
- Madonna - Papa Don't Preach
- Berlin - Take My Breath Away (Love Theme From Top Gun)
- Lionel Richie - Dancing On The Ceiling
August 27, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 1986 was The Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 27, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chris De Burgh - The Lady In Red
- Boris Gardiner - I Want To Wake Up With You
- Madonna - Papa Don't Preach
- Sinitta - So Macho / Cruising
- Stan Ridgway - Camouflage
August 27, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 1986 was Love Zone by Billy Ocean, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 27, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Billy Ocean - Love Zone
- Gwen Guthrie - Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent
- Luther Vandross - Give Me The Reason
- Shirley Jones - Do You Get Enough Love
- Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam With Full Force Featuring Paul Anthony & Bow Legged Lou - All Cried Out
August 27, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 27, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Children of a Lesser God
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Randa Haines
Starring: William Hurt, Marlee Matlin, Piper Laurie, Philip Bosco
Seize the Day
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Fielder Cook
Starring: Robin Williams, Richard B. Shull, David Bickford, Glenne Headly
Blue Velvet
Release year: 1986
Directed by: David Lynch
Starring: Isabella Rossellini, Kyle MacLachlan, Dennis Hopper, Laura Dern
Country: United States of America
River's Edge
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Tim Hunter
Starring: Crispin Glover, Keanu Reeves, Ione Skye, Daniel Roebuck
Extremities
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Robert M. Young
Starring: Farrah Fawcett, James Russo, Alfre Woodard, Diana Scarwid
August 27, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 27, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Grand Prix der Volksmusik
Release year: 1986
Siskel & Ebert
Release year: 1986
Starring: Roger Ebert, Gene Siskel
Country: United States of America
August 27, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 27, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Good Mother
By: Sue Miller
Anna Dunlap, a recently divorced mother, has two passionate attachments. Her daughter Molly, four-year old Molly, and Leo, her lover. Leo is the man who makes Anna feel beautiful and sexual for the first.
A Cast Of Killers
By: Sidney D. Kirkpatrick
William Desmond Taylor, a distinguished director of silent films, was gunned down in his Los Angeles bungalow on February 1, 1922 by an unknown assailant.
When All You'Ve Ever Wanted Isn'T Enough
By: Harold S. Kushner
The previous bestseller, 'There is no answer but there are answers Rabbi Kushner, brought comfort to millions of people by helping them deal with life's most devastating tragedies.
Last Of The Breed
By: Louis L'Amour
"For sheer adventure L'Amour Kirkus Review This is the type of epic novel that Louis L'Amour has made his hallmark.
The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat
By: Oliver Sacks
The MAN WHO MISTOOK HIS WIFE FOR A HAT is a collection of twenty-four of Oliver Sacks’ most beloved and fascinating case studies.
August 27, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 27, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Fer et Flamme
Lords of Conquest
Hypaball
Annals of Rome
Gall Force
Who was the US President on August 27, 1986?
On August 27, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1986?
On August 27, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 27, 1986?
On August 27, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 27th?
August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:
- 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
- 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
- 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.
What happened in 1986?
1986 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
- International Peace Year begins
- New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00
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What was the calendar for August 1986?
August 1986 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.
