Monday February 29, 1988: on this day

February 29, 1988 was the 60th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Monday.

Is February 29, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 29, 1988, who was born and died on February 29, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 29, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Father Figure by George Michael), movies (e.g. Ödipussi, directed by Vicco von Bülow), TV series (e.g. Der Geisterwald Oder Des Raben Rache) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 29th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 29, 1988?


February 29, 1988 was a Monday and it was the 60th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 29, 1988 can also be written as 2/29/1988 in the US and as 29/2/1988 in UK and Europe.

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February 29, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 29, 1988:

  • Kwk-fm in st. louis missouri changes call letters to wkbg
  • New york city mayor koch calls president ronald reagan a "wimp" in the war on drugs.
  • South african archbishop desmond tutu is arrested along with 100 other clergymen during a five-day anti-apartheid demonstration in cape town.
  • Svend robinson becomes the first member of the house of commons of canada to come out as gay.

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February 29, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 29th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 29, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 29, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 29th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 29, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 29, 1988 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 29, 1988 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 February 29, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 02:54 pm and setting at 05:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Mar 03, 1988.

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Who was born on February 29, 1988?


Famous people born on February 29, 1988:

  • Lena Gercke

    Lena gercke is a german model known for winning the first cycle of germany's next topmodel.

  • Benedikt Höwedes

    Benedikt höwedes is a retired german professional footballer who is best known for his time playing as a defender for schalke 04 and the...

  • Brent Macaffer

    Australian rules footballer.

  • Hannah Mills

    Welsh sports sailor.

  • Fabiano
  • Mirzohid Farmonov
  • Luciano Cigno
  • Pauline Kwalea
  • Fredixon Elvir
  • Mikel Balenziaga

Whose famous birthday is on February 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 29th:

  • Tony Robbins
    Tony Robbins

    Tony robbins is a well-known self-help author and motivational speaker, best known for his seminars and self-help books.

  • Ja Rule
    Ja Rule

    Ja rule is a rapper and actor known for his successful music career in the early 2000s and for his collaborations with other artists.

  • Michèle Morgan
    Michèle Morgan

    French actress, who received acclaim at the age of 18, for her role in the film "quai des brumes", one year after she made her debut in...

  • Dennis Farina
    Dennis Farina

    Dennis farina was an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as law & order and snatch.

  • Dinah Shore
    Dinah Shore

    American entertainer.

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    Actor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).

  • Antonio Sabato
    Antonio Sabato

    Antonio sabato is an italian-american actor known for his roles in various soap operas such as general hospital and the bold and the...

  • Frank Woodley
    Frank Woodley

    Frank woodley is an australian comedian known for his physical comedy and slapstick style.

  • Joss Ackland
    Joss Ackland

    London, england -- actor ("queenie, to kill a priest").

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February 29, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 36 years 1 month old,

or 433 months and 21 days old,

or 1885 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13199 days old,

if you were born on February 29, 1988.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 29, 1988?

There are 315 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 29, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 29, 1988.

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February 29, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 29, 1988:

  • Beatriz Guido

What famous deaths happened on February 29th?

Famous deaths on February 29th:

  • Davy Jones
    Davy Jones

    English singer, guitarist and actor (b. 1945).

  • Dieter Laser
    Dieter Laser

    German actor (b. 1942).

  • Joycelin Bates

    Renowned physicist known for her work in the field of superconductivity.

  • Dalma Döbrentei

    Hungarian astronomer known for her work on comets and celestial mechanics.

  • Jerome Lawrence

    American playwright, who was a collaboration with robert e. lee since 1942.

  • Edith Wake

    Edith Wake was a British novelist who wrote several novels set in the English countryside.

  • Ramon Casas

    Ramon Casas was a Spanish artist known for his modernist paintings and portraits.

  • Ina Coolbrith

    Pioneering poet and the first California Poet Laureate.

  • Pat Garrett

    U.

  • Dennis Danell

    American singer/guitarist (social distortion), (d. 2000).

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February 29, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 29, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 29th and March 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 29, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 29, 1988 was Father Figure by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

February 29, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 29, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 29th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Father Figure youtube
  2. - Never Gonna Give You Up youtube
  3. - She's Like The Wind
  4. - I Get Weak
  5. - What Have I Done To Deserve This

February 29, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 29, 1988 was I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

February 29, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 29, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 29th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Should Be So Lucky
  2. - Don't Turn Around
  3. - Together Forever
  4. - Joe Le Taxi
  5. - Beat Dis

February 29, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 29, 1988 was You Will Know by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

February 29, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 29, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 29th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - You Will Know
  2. - Never Knew Love Like This
  3. - Fishnet
  4. - Run To Me
  5. - Some Kind Of Lover

February 29, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 29, 1988 was AY AMOR by Ana Gabriel, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.

February 29, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 29, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 29th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - AY AMOR
  2. - SOY ASI
  3. - DEBO HACERLO
  4. - No Hay Mal Que Por Bien No Venga
  5. - Me estoy volviendo loco

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February 29, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 29, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ödipussi

Ödipussi

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Vicco von Bülow

Starring: Vicco von Bülow, Katharina Brauren, Evelyn Hamann, Edda Seippel

Masquerade

Masquerade

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Bob Swaim

Starring: Rob Lowe, Meg Tilly, Kim Cattrall, Doug Savant

Top Line

Top Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Nello Rossati

Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez

Country: Italy

Aenigma

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

Iguana

Iguana

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Monte Hellman

Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso

Country: Italy

February 29, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 29, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Release year: 1988

Red Dwarf

Red Dwarf

Release year: 1988

Written by:

Starring: Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Chris Barrie, Robert Llewellyn

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Adventures Beyond Belief

Adventures Beyond Belief

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Marcus Tompson

In the Heat of the Night

In the Heat of the Night

Release year: 1988

Country: United States of America

February 29, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 29, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Winters' Tales by Jonathan Winters

Winters' Tales

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We are treated to a hilarious tour through the creative mind of one of the most influential comic minds of our time. Intimate, intimate, and touching memories of childhood pains are included alongside the humor.

The Cat Who Came For Christmas by Cleveland Amory

The Cat Who Came For Christmas

By:

It was the night before Christmas, when a white-bedraggled feline entered the home and heart of Cleveland Amory. It is a friendly takeover, that's an understatement.

Secrets Of The Temple by William Greider

Secrets Of The Temple

By:

William Greider's landmark bestseller reveals how and why the mysterious Federal Reserve operates. It also reveals how it manipulates the world's economy.

Patriot Games by Tom Clancy

Patriot Games

By:

Tom Clancy is the #1 New York Times bestselling Jack Ryan author. This book includes his most recent blockbusters Command Authority, Threat Vector and a riveting story about the Ryan family.

Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow

Presumed Innocent

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PRESUMED INCIDENT is a suspenseful, compelling novel that has been hailed as one of the best in decades. It brings to life the worst nightmare of a citizen who faces incarceration for the most horrific of crimes.

February 29, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 29, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja

Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Apple II, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, NES, ZX Spectrum, Zeebo

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Data East (Japan) Data East USA (North America) Imagine Software (Europe) Namco Ocean Software Majesco Entertainment G-mode Co., Ltd. (Brazil)

Air Warrior II

Air Warrior II

Platform: Windows, 3DO

Genre: Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Konami (Air Warrior SVGA) I-Magic (Air Warrior II) EA (AW:MV)

Image Fight

Image Fight

Platform: Arcade, NES, PC Engine, Sharp X68000, FM Towns, Virtual Console

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Irem

Dark Side

Dark Side

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

Genre: First person shooter

Publisher: Incentive Software

Hard Head

Hard Head

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Platform

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Who was the US President on February 29, 1988?

On February 29, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 29, 1988?

On February 29, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 29, 1988?

On February 29, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 29th?

February 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of February. 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 February 29th, such as:

  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): a suicide bomber attacked a shiite funeral in miqdadiyah governorate. at least 40 people were killed and 58 more were injured. the attack was claimed by isil.
  • 2012 - Twenty people are killed in violence in the xinjiang area of china.
  • 2008 - Since december 1988, american television show the young and the restless is the highest-rated daytime drama in america. it has been ranked number one for over 1000 consecutive weeks.

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What happened in 1988?

1988 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
  • John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
  • Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances

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What was the calendar for February 1988?

February 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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Monday February 29, 1988