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October 30, 1985 was the 303rd day of the year 1985, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 30, 1985 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 30, 1985, who was born and died on October 30, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 30, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Part-Time Lover by Stevie Wonder), movies (e.g. Runaway Train, directed by Andrey Konchalovskiy), TV series (e.g. Arsenal) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 30th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 30, 1985?
- October 30, 1985: What happened on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 30, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 30, 1985?
- October 30, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 30, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- October 30, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 30, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 30, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on October 30, 1985?
What day of the week was October 30, 1985?
October 30, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 303rd day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 30, 1985 can also be written as 10/30/1985 in the US and as 30/10/1985 in UK and Europe.
October 30, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 30, 1985:
- 22nd space shuttle mission (61-a) - challenger 9-launched
- Space shuttle challenger lifts off for mission sts-61-a, its final successful mission.
October 30, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 30th is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 30, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 30, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 30th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 30, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 30, 1985 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 30, 1985 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 October 30, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 05:51 pm and setting at 09:15 am.
The previous full moon was on Oct 28, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Nov 27, 1985.
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Who was born on October 30, 1985?
Famous people born on October 30, 1985:
- Marina (Star Academy)
Marina is a french singer and songwriter who gained fame as a contestant on the reality tv show star academy.
- Tiger Phelps
Olympic swimmer with multiple gold medals.
- Ragnar Klavan
Estonian footballer.
- Janet Montgomery
Actress.
- Vijender Singh
Athlete.
- Ramona Aricò
- Franz-Josef Vogt
- Jón Jónsson
- Irene Cordioli
- Flaminia Festuccia
- Mario Forsythe
- Anna Ghiretti
- Snežana Maleševič
- Tomasz Nowak
- Anna Podolec
- Arnaud Séka
- Kether Donohue
Whose famous birthday is on October 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 30th:
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Adam CopelandAdam copeland, also known as edge, is a retired professional wrestler who achieved fame in the wwe and is known for his multiple...
![Dan Castellaneta]()
Dan CastellanetaDan castellaneta is an american actor best known for providing the voice of homer simpson on the animated television series the simpsons.
![Fanny Brice]()
Fanny BriceFanny brice was a renowned comedian known for her work in vaudeville, broadway, and radio, and for her iconic portrayal of the character...
![Ashley Graham]()
Ashley GrahamAshley graham is a well-known american model who is celebrated for her work in promoting body positivity and diversity in the fashion...
![Gavin Rossdale]()
Gavin RossdaleAn actor and musician from england, bush was the lead singer and rhythm guitar of the rock band.
![Louis Malle]()
Louis MalleFrench director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.
![Nia Long]()
Nia LongNia long is an american actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'boyz n the hood' and 'the fresh prince of...
![Matthew Morrison]()
Matthew MorrisonMatthew morrison is an american actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as will schuester on the television show glee.
![Claude Lelouch]()
Claude LelouchHe is a french film producer and screenwriter, who rose to fame as a 13-year-old.
![Henry Winkler]()
Henry WinklerAmerican actor who was most well-known for his role as the brazen, ultra-cool biker arthur fonzie fonzarelli in the tv series happy days.
October 30, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 5 months old,
or 461 months and 25 days old,
or 2008 weeks
or 14056 days old,
if you were born on October 30, 1985.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 October 30, 1985?
There are 189 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 30th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 30, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 30, 1985.
October 30, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 30, 1985:
- Kirby Grant Hoon Jr
Actor (sky king) from butte, montana, dies in an automobile accident at the age of 74.
- Aimé Dossche
- Kirby Grant
- Beniamino Fiamma
What famous deaths happened on October 30th?
Famous deaths on October 30th:
![Georges Brassens]()
Georges BrassensFrench composer, poet, and singer.
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Robert Goulet]()
Robert GouletAmerican singer and handsome lead man, who won a tony for the broadway musical "the happy time.
![Ramon Novarro]()
Ramon NovarroMexican-american actor, who was the star of silent film and won wide acclaim with his dashing roles in "the prisoner of zenda", and...
![Al Molinaro]()
Al MolinaroAmerican actor (d. 2015).
![June Duprez]()
June DuprezActress (calcutta tiger fang), is killed at 66.
- Joseph Campbell
American mythologist known for his work on comparative mythology and the hero's journey.
- Zakariya al-Razi
A renowned Persian polymath who made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, alchemy, and philosophy.
- Emmerich Kálmán
Emmerich Kálmán was a Hungarian composer best known for his operettas.
- Roberth Fisk
Renowned war correspondent and Middle East expert.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 30th
October 30, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 30, 1985:
- St. Marcel
- Bl. John Slade
- St. Theonestus
- St. Talacrian
- St. Macarius
- St. Herbert
- St. Serapion
- USA - Mischief Night in some areas (known as Devil's Night in Detroit)
- Also see October 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- St. Zenobius & Zenobia
October 30, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 30, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 28th and November 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 30, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 30, 1985 was Part-Time Lover by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.
October 30, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 30, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
- Jan Hammer - Miami Vice Theme
- Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
- Tears For Fears - Head Over Heels
- A-Ha - Take On Me
October 30, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 30, 1985 was The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.
October 30, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 30, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jennifer Rush - The Power Of Love
- Midge Ure - If I Was
- Colonel Abrams - Trapped
- A-ha - Take On Me
- Red Box - Lean On Me (Ah-Li-Ayo)
October 30, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 30, 1985 was Part-Time Lover by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.
October 30, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 30, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
- Cameo - Single Life
- Freddie Jackson - You Are My Lady
- Rene & Angela - I'll Be Good
- Doug E. Fresh & The Get Fresh Crew - The Show
October 30, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 30, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Runaway Train
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Andrey Konchalovskiy
Starring: Jon Voight, Eric Roberts, Rebecca De Mornay, Kyle T. Heffner
Letter to Brezhnev
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Chris Bernard
Starring: Peter Firth, Alfred Molina, Tracy Marshak-Nash, Alexandra Pigg
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi
Country: Italy
Once Bitten
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Howard Storm
Starring: Lauren Hutton, Jim Carrey, Karen Kopins, Cleavon Little
Maccheroni
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ettore Scola
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella
Country: Italy
October 30, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 30, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Arsenal
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Steven C. Miller
Heart of the High Country
Release year: 1985
Inside
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Jeff Mahler
The Equalizer
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Rocky Road
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Brian K. Roberts
October 30, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 30, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Lake Wobegon Days
By: Garrison Keillor
"Lake Wobegon Days" is about how our fears, beliefs and desires are dissolved into abstractions. It can also be about how we get re-energized from time to time. . . This book is about Mr.
Galapagos
By: Kurt Vonnegut
"A wild genealogical adventure. . . Vonnegut is a postmodern Mark Twain ."--The New York Times Book ReviewGalapagos transports the reader back one billion years to A.D.
On The Road With Charles Kuralt
By: Charles Kuralt
Charles Kuralt's classic bestseller, now available on audio! On the Road with Charles Kuralt, featuring Charles Kuralt and an introduction by Wallace Kuralt.
Dancing In The Light
By: Shirley MacLaine
Her most exciting and revealing book yet comes at an important turning point in her personal life. Shirley MacLaine, controversially talented, perceptive, and outspoken, takes us on an intimate, fascinating, personal journey.
October 30, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 30, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
MUD2
Ice Climber
Quake Minus One
Arnhen
Lode Runner's Rescue
Who was the US President on October 30, 1985?
On October 30, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1985?
On October 30, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 30, 1985?
On October 30, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 30th?
October 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of October. 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 October 30th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon yutu creates landslides and leaves at least four people dead in the philippines.
- 2017 - Gaza-israel conflict: seven hamas militants are killed when an idf destroys a tunnel that was partially completed from gaza strip's border. it crossed into israeli territory. many more were killed in rescue operations.
- 2016 - Sinai insurgency: six insurgents and 4 soldiers were killed in a military operation in north sinai governorate.
What happened in 1985?
1985 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
- Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead
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What was the calendar for October 1985?
October 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
