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About April 30th, 1986, in brief:
- Historical events: Ashrita Furman peforms 8,341 somersaults over 12 miles.
- Day of the week: April 30th, 1986 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Cloris Leachman, Travis Scott
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Addicted To Love by Robert Palmer
- #1 UK song: A Different Corner by George Michael
- Popular movie: Down by Law directed by Jim Jarmusch
More about April 30th, 1986? See below for more news and curiosities on April 30th, 1986.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 30, 1986?
- April 30, 1986: What happened on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 30, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 30, 1986?
- April 30, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 30, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- April 30, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 30, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 30, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 30, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on April 30, 1986?
What day of the week was April 30, 1986?
April 30, 1986 was a Wednesday and it was the 120th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 30, 1986 can also be written as 4/30/1986 in the US and as 30/4/1986 in UK and Europe.
April 30, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 30, 1986:
- Ashrita furman peforms 8,341 somersaults over 12 miles.
April 30, 1986: What were the magazines covers that day?
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April 30, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 30th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 30, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 30th, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 30, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 30, 1986 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 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 April 30, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 02:08 am and setting at 12:31 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 1986 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 1986.
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Who was born on April 30, 1986?
Famous people born on April 30, 1986:
![Dianna Agron]()
Dianna AgronDianna agron is an american actress best known for her role as quinn fabray on the television series glee.
- Martten Kaldvee
Estonian biathlete.
- Mitchell Lewis
Australian radio presenter and disc jockey, wally lewis is the oldest of three children.
- Justin Flom
Entertainer.
- Yana Karpova
- Leonel Paulo
- Pamela Rosado
- Elena Rosell
- Jason Smith
- Vadzim Stral'coŭ
- Jone Vesikula
- Jesse Wagstaff
- Zhang Nan
- Rob Elliot
- Fernando Alloco
- Willem Petrus Nel
- Sergio Canamasas
- Alba María Cabello
Whose famous birthday is on April 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 30th:
![Cloris Leachman]()
Cloris LeachmanAmerican actress.
![Travis Scott]()
Travis ScottTravis scott is a renowned musician known for his unique blend of hip-hop and psychedelic music, as well as his high-energy live...
![Duke Ellington]()
Duke EllingtonDuke ellington was a renowned american musician and composer known for his influential jazz compositions and performances.
![Gal Gadot]()
Gal GadotGal gadot is an israeli actress best known for her role as wonder woman in the dc extended universe films.
![Nicolas Hulot]()
Nicolas HulotFrench environmental activist, tv presenter, and ecologist.
![Johnny Galecki]()
Johnny GaleckiJohnny galecki is an american actor best known for his role as leonard hofstadter in the tv show the big bang theory.
![Sam Heughan]()
Sam HeughanSam heughan is a scottish tv actor best known for his role as jamie fraser in the tv series outlander.
![Kirsten Dunst]()
Kirsten DunstKirsten Dunst is a well-known actress who has appeared in various films and TV shows.
![Willie Nelson]()
Willie NelsonAmerican actor, singer, songwriter, and actor.
![Adrian Pasdar]()
Adrian PasdarAmerican actor, voice artist, film director.
April 30, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years and 11 days old,
or 456 months and 11 days old,
or 1984 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13891 days old,
if you were born on April 30, 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 April 30, 1986?
There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 30th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 30, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 30, 1986.
April 30, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 30, 1986:
- Robert Stevenson
English director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1905).
- Biagio Gambini
- Thelma Stefani
What famous deaths happened on April 30th?
Famous deaths on April 30th:
![Inger Stevens]()
Inger StevensSwedish-american actress, best known for her role on the tv series "the farmer's daughter," where she looked healthy, happy, and warm.
![Agnes Moorehead]()
Agnes MooreheadAmerican actress, best known for her role in 1960s american tv comedy "bewitched", in which she played the mother.
![Gia Scala]()
Gia ScalaActress (garment jungle i aim at the stars), dies in 38.
![Rishi Kapoor]()
Rishi KapoorIndian actor, film director and producer (b. 1952).
![Helen Chandler]()
Helen ChandlerActress (dracula.
- Nezar Qabbani
Nezar Qabbani was a renowned Syrian poet, diplomat, and publisher who is considered one of the most influential Arab poets of the 20th...
- Seith Bennett
Bestselling author known for his captivating novels that captured the hearts of readers worldwide.
- Amnen Nasr
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics.
- Carolle Dubois
Carolle Dubois was a renowned French journalist who covered international news and conflicts for a major news agency.
- Jimie Takahashi
Jimie Takahashi was a respected journalist who dedicated her career to reporting on international affairs and human rights.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 30th
April 30, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 30, 1986:
- Sweden - Birthday of King Carl XVI Gustav, an official flag day.
- Mexico - Children's Day.
- The Netherlands - Queen's Day.
- LaVeyan Satanism - Walpurgisnacht, or Walpurgis Night, as noted in The Satanic Bible.
- Scandinavia - The arrival of spring, Walpurgis Night.
- Roman Empire - third day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.
- Blessed Hildegard
- Blessed Radolf of Affligem
- Blessed Rosemonde
- Vietnam - Liberation Day.
Observances on April 30, 1986:
- International Jazz Day
Saints celebrated on April 30, 1986:
- Saint Pope Pius V
- Saint Eutropius
- Saint Maximus, 3rd century martyr
- Saint Marianus and James, martyrs in Numidia in 259
- Saint Joseph Benedict Cottolengo
- Saint Suitbert the Younger (d. 807)
April 30, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 30, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 28th and May 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 30, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 30, 1986 was Addicted To Love by Robert Palmer, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
April 30, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 30, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Robert Palmer - Addicted To Love
- Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
- Prince - Kiss
- Van Halen - Why Can't This Be Love
- The Rolling Stones - Harlem Shuffle
April 30, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 30, 1986 was A Different Corner by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
April 30, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 30, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - A Different Corner
- Cliff Richard & The Young Ones - Living Doll
- Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
- Queen - A Kind Of Magic
- Sam Cooke - Wonderful World
April 30, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 30, 1986 was I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love by Stephanie Mills, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
April 30, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 30, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stephanie Mills - I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love
- Nu Shooz - I Can't Wait
- Prince And The Revolution - Kiss
- Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
- The Jets - Crush On You
April 30, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 30, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Down by Law
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Jim Jarmusch
Starring: Tom Waits, John Lurie, Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi
Country: United States of America
The Mission
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Roland Joffé
Starring: Robert De Niro, Jeremy Irons, Ray McAnally, Aidan Quinn
Country: United States of America
Top Gun
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Tony Scott
Starring: Tom Cruise, Tim Robbins, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer
Country: United States of America
Monster in the Closet
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Bob Dahlin
Starring: Donald Grant, Denise DuBarry, Claude Akins, Howard Duff
Short Circuit
Release year: 1986
Directed by: John Badham
Starring: Ally Sheedy, Steve Guttenberg, Fisher Stevens, Austin Pendleton
Country: United States of America
April 30, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 30, 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:
Magnus
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Benjamin Ree
Crossroads
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Walter Hill
Treffpunkt Flughafen
Release year: 1986
April 30, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 30, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Blessings In Disguise
By: Alec Guinness
Memoirs of Sir Alec Guinness, actor. This book contains pen portraits of Sybil Thorndike, Ralph Richardson and John Gielgud as well as account of Guinness’s filmmaking.
Seasons Of The Heart
By: Cynthia Freeman
There is some wear and creasing to the spine. Corner creasing on the front and back cover pages. All edges have been smuggled. The front page has initials and no other marks.
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.
The Great Getty
By: Robert Lenzner
Former Secretary of the Treasury William E. Simon says: "A gripping account of an enigmatic and turbulent life. We are captivated by the man of many contradictions, Lenzner.
The Bourne Supremacy
By: Robert Ludlum
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Reenter the dark world of Jason Bourne. An expert assassin still haunted by the splintered nightmares from his past life.
April 30, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 30, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Captured
Kid Niki: Radical Ninja
Mission Omega
Joust 2: Survival of the Fittest
Mighty Bomb Jack
Who was the US President on April 30, 1986?
On April 30, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 30, 1986?
On April 30, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 30, 1986?
On April 30, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 30th?
April 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of April. 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 April 30th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 japanese imperial transition: emperor akihito abdicates his chrysanthemum trinity in favor of crown prince naruhito, his elder son. since emperor kokaku's 1817 death, he is the first emperor in more than two hundred years to abdicate.
- 2018 - Journalists killed in afghanistan war (2001-present). ahmad shah, a bbc pashto reporter, is shot to death in khost, the eastern province.
- 2017 - In a shooting incident at a san diego pool party, seven people are hurt and one is killed. police kill the suspect.
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 April 1986?
April 1986 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
