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August 31, 1984 was the 244th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 31, 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 August 31, 1984, who was born and died on August 31, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 31, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. What's Love Got To Do With It by Tina Turner), movies (e.g. Amadeus, directed by Milos Forman), TV series (e.g. Vereda Tropical) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 31st, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 31, 1984?
- August 31, 1984: What happened on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 31, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 31, 1984?
- August 31, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 31, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- August 31, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 31, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 31, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on August 31, 1984?
What day of the week was August 31, 1984?
August 31, 1984 was a Friday and it was the 244th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 31, 1984 can also be written as 8/31/1984 in the US and as 31/8/1984 in UK and Europe.
August 31, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 31, 1984:
- Pinklon thomas beats tim witherspoon in 12 for heavywgt boxing title
August 31, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st 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 31, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 31st, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 31, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 31, 1984 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 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 August 31, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 35% full, rising at 12:06 pm and setting at 10:29 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 11, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 1984.
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Who was born on August 31, 1984?
Famous people born on August 31, 1984:
- Charl Schwartzel
Professional golfer from South Africa, winner of the Masters Tournament in 2011.
- Ted Ligety
American alpine skier.
- Ryan Kesler
American ice hockey player.
- Ryker Kesler
Ryker Kesler is a retired professional ice hockey player known for his time with the Anaheim Ducks.
- Matti Breschel
Danish road bike racer.
- Aleksander Baldin
Estonian swimmer.
- Valérie (Star Academy)
- Rajkummar Rao
- Paula Reggiardo
- Guntars Silagailis
- Maher Hannachi
- David Morris
- Marko Banić
- Raffaele Carpentieri
- Demir Demirev
- Hiromi Matsuura
- Javier Mojica
- Alessandro Orefice
Whose famous birthday is on August 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 31st:
![Richard Gere]()
Richard GereAmerican actor.
![Chris Tucker]()
Chris TuckerAmerican actor and comedian best known for his role in the Rush Hour film series.
![James Coburn]()
James CoburnAmerican actor, 6'2", slim and relaxed, with a variety of roles, from cowboy to master spy.
![Marcia Clark]()
Marcia ClarkAmerican lawyer who rose to prominence as the o.j.
![Itzhak Perlman]()
Itzhak PerlmanIsraeli-american violinist and conductor.
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Eldridge Cleaver]()
Eldridge CleaverAfro-american militant black activist from the '60s.
![Buddy Hackett]()
Buddy HackettAmerican comedian and actor (d. 2003).
![Arthur Godfrey]()
Arthur GodfreyAmerican entertainer.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
August 31, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 7 months old,
or 475 months and 24 days old,
or 2068 weeks and 5 days old,
or 14481 days old,
if you were born on August 31, 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 August 31, 1984?
There are 129 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 31, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 31, 1984.
August 31, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 31, 1984:
- Audrey Wagner
American baseball player, obstetrician, and gynecologist (b. 1927).
- Moshe Czerniak
- Carlo Zecchi
- Antonio dos Reis Carneiro
What famous deaths happened on August 31st?
Famous deaths on August 31st:
![Max Bygraves]()
Max BygravesBritish cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.
![David Farrar]()
David FarrarForest gate, england -- actor.
![Michael Constantine]()
Michael ConstantineGreek-american actor (b. 1927).
![Sally Rand]()
Sally RandHickory county, missouri -- stripper (fan dance).
![Charles Delaney]()
Charles DelaneyDies at 67.
- Charlot Baudelaire
Influential poet known for his symbolist style.
- John Bunyan
English preacher, theologian, and author (d. 1688).
- Leili Behbahani
Prominent Iranian poet known for her modernist poetry.
- Rockney Marciano
Legendary heavyweight boxer with an undefeated record.
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August 31, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 31, 1984:
- Trinidad and Tobago - Independence Day (from Great Britain, 1962)
- Kyrgyzstan - Independence Day (from USSR, 1991)
- Malaysia - Hari Merdeka, a National Day (independence within the Commonwealth, 1957)
- Moldova: Day of Our Language (Limba Noastra)
- Calendar of Saints - Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, San Abbondio, Saint Raymond Nonnatus
Observances on August 31, 1984:
- International Day for People of African Descent
August 31, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 31, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 27th and September 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 31, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1984 was What's Love Got To Do With It by Tina Turner, according to the music chart for the week August 27th and September 2nd.
August 31, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 27th and September 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- John Waite - Missing You
- Lionel Richie - Stuck On You
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
- Prince - When Doves Cry
August 31, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1984 was I Just Called To Say I Love You by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week August 27th and September 2nd.
August 31, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 27th and September 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Stevie Wonder - I Just Called To Say I Love You
- George Michael - Careless Whisper
- Ray Parker Jr - Ghostbusters
- Black Lace - Agadoo
- Miami Sound Machine - Dr Beat
August 31, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1984 was Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr., according to the R&B music chart for the week August 27th and September 2nd.
August 31, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 27th and September 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
- Prince - When Doves Cry
- Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
- Billy Ocean - Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)
- Mtume - You, Me And He
August 31, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 31, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Amadeus
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Milos Forman
Starring: F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge, Roy Dotrice
Country: United States of America
The Warrior and the Sorceress
Release year: 1984
Directed by: John C. Broderick
Starring: David Carradine, Luke Askew, Maria Socas, Anthony De Longis
Choose Me
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Alan Rudolph
Starring: Geneviève Bujold, Keith Carradine, Lesley Ann Warren, Patrick Bauchau
Flashpoint
Release year: 1984
Directed by: William Tannen
Starring: Kris Kristofferson, Treat Williams, Rip Torn, Kevin Conway
C.H.U.D.
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Douglas Cheek
Starring: John Heard, Daniel Stern, Christopher Curry, Kim Greist
August 31, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 31, 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:
Vereda Tropical
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Javier Torre
Voltron
Release year: 1984
Country: United States of America
August 31, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 31, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Tough Guys Don'T Dance
By: Norman Mailer
Norman Mailer looks into the hidden virtues and recesses of modern American males in this brilliant crime novel that transcends genre. Tim Madden, a failed writer who lives on Cape Cod, wakes up with a horrible hangover, a painful tattoo …
A Light In The Attic
By: Shel Silverstein
While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
Deep Six
By: Clive Cussler
Deep Six was originally published in 1984. A deadly tide of poison enters ocean waters.
In God'S Name
By: David A. Yallop
Three days after his election, Pope John Paul I (Albino Luciani) died in unusual circumstances. Rumours of a cover up began to circulate almost immediately around the Vatican.
The Butter Battle Book
By: Dr. Seuss
The Butter Battlebook, Dr. Seuss’s classic cautionary tale, teaches readers the importance of respecting differences. Although the Zooks and Yooks both love butter bread, animosity develops between them because they enjoy it differently.
August 31, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 31, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Mikie
The Great Space Race
H.E.R.O.
Below the Root
Gyrodine
Who was the US President on August 31, 1984?
On August 31, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1984?
On August 31, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 31, 1984?
On August 31, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 31st?
August 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2018 - War in donbass - alexander zakharchenko (leader of the self-proclaimed donetsk people's republic), is killed in an explosion at a cafe near donetsk.
- 2017 - Wells fargo account fraud scandal - wells fargo reports that an additional 1.4 million accounts were found to be fraudulent. this brings the total number of potentially fraudulent accounts to around 3.5 million.
- 2016 - After "proof" of two miracles, mother teresa of calcutta will be made a saint.
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 August 1984?
August 1984 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.
