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December 31, 1984 was the 366th day of the year 1984, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 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 December 31, 1984, who was born and died on December 31, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Say Say Say by Paul McCartney), movies (e.g. Kaos, directed by Vittorio Taviani), TV series (e.g. Voltron) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 1984?
- December 31, 1984: What happened on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 1984?
- December 31, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 1984?
What day of the week was December 31, 1984?
December 31, 1984 was a Monday and it was the 366th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 1984 can also be written as 12/31/1984 in the US and as 31/12/1984 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 31, 1984:
- Us leaves unesco.
- Def leppard drummer rick allen loses his arm in a car crash.
- New york city subway gunman bernhard goetz surrenders to police in new hampshire.
December 31, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 31, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 1984 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 31, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 1984 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 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 December 31, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 12:29 pm and setting at 01:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1985.
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Who was born on December 31, 1984?
Famous people born on December 31, 1984:
- Corey Crawford
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Calvin Zola
Congolese footballer.
- Ben Hannant
Australian rugby league player.
- Édgar Lugo
Mexican footballer.
- Paul Rodriguez Jr
Professional skateboarder.
- Catherine Britt
- Dacosta Goore
- Amadou Coulibaly
- Demba Touré
- Laura Trefiletti
- Rene Yougbara
- Arturo Muñoz
- Nuno Pinheiro
- Arturo Muñoz Gutiérrez
- Amélie Coquet
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
![Anthony Hopkins]()
Anthony HopkinsWelch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.
![Tim Matheson]()
Tim MathesonAmerican actor, tv and film star.
![Val Kilmer]()
Val KilmerAmerican actor, writer and musician.
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Ben Kingsley]()
Ben KingsleyAn english actor.
![Sarah Miles]()
Sarah MilesBritish actress, first recognized in u.s.
![Joey McIntyre]()
Joey McIntyreAmerican musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".
![Bebe Neuwirth]()
Bebe NeuwirthAmerican singer, actress, and dancer.
![Joe Dallesandro]()
Joe DallesandroAmerican actor, model, and 'warhol star.
![Barbara Carrera]()
Barbara CarreraNicaraguan model and actress.
See more famous people and celebrities born on December 31st
December 31, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 3 months old,
or 471 months and 16 days old,
or 2050 weeks and 1 day old,
or 14351 days old,
if you were born on December 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 December 31, 1984?
There are 259 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1984.
December 31, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 1984:
- Otillia Lindell
Swedish swimmer who won multiple Olympic medals.
- Gerhart Pohl
German novelist known for his novels depicting life in rural Germany.
- Osceola Macarthy
Osceola Macarthy was a Native American painter known for his vibrant depictions of indigenous culture and traditions.
- Egidio Ortona
Italian diplomat who served as the Italian Ambassador to the United States.
- Egidio Tosato
Italian politician who served as a member of the Senate of the Republic.
- Macil Ó Faoláin
Macil Ó Faoláin was an Irish poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Gevork Emin-Tarzian
Gevork Emin-Tarzian was an Armenian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
What famous deaths happened on December 31st?
Famous deaths on December 31st:
![Betty White]()
Betty WhiteAmerican actress.
![James Avery]()
James AveryJames avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
![Wayne Rogers]()
Wayne RogersWayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.
![Woody Strode]()
Woody StrodeFormer professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.
![Billie Dove]()
Billie DoveAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Wesley Addy]()
Wesley AddyOmaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).
![Edward Herrmann]()
Edward HerrmannAmerican actor (d. 2014).
![Kader Khan]()
Kader KhanIndian actor (b. 1937).
![William Christopher]()
William ChristopherAmerican actor and singer (d. 2016).
See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 31st
December 31, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 1984:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 31st and January 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1984 was Say Say Say by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.
December 31, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 31st and January 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul McCartney - Say Say Say
- Daryl Hall & John Oates - Say It Isn't So
- Duran Duran - Union Of The Snake
- Yes - Owner Of A Lonely Heart
- Olivia Newton-John - Twist Of Fate
December 31, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1984 was Pipes Of Peace by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.
December 31, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 31st and January 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul McCartney - Pipes Of Peace
- Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax
- Howard Jones - What Is Love
- Joe Fagin - That's Livin' Alright (From 'Auf Wiedershen Pet')
- Status Quo - Marguerita Time
December 31, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1984 was Time Will Reveal by Debarge, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.
December 31, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 31st and January 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Debarge - Time Will Reveal
- Patti LaBelle - If Only You Knew
- Kool & The Gang - Joanna
- Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson - Say Say Say
- Shannon - Let The Music Play
December 31, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Kaos
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Vittorio Taviani
Starring: Paolo Taviani, Tony Sperandeo, Regina Bianchi, Franco Franchi, Claudio Bigagli, Ciccio Ingrassia, Massimo Bonetti, Omero Antonutti, Enrica Maria Modugno, Franco Scaldati, Margarita Lozano, Laura De Marchi
Country: Italy
Non ci resta che piangere
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Roberto Benigni
Starring: Roberto Benigni, Massimo Troisi, Massimo Troisi, Carlo Monni, Roberto Benigni, Amanda Sandrelli, Paolo Bonacelli, Livia Venturini, Iris Peynado, Elisabetta Pozzi, Loris Bazzocchi, Jole Silvani
Country: Italy
Segreti segreti
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Giuseppe Bertolucci
Starring: Lina Sastri, Rossana Podestà, Giulia Boschi, Alida Valli
Country: Italy
Mino
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Gianfranco Albano
Starring: Simona Cavallari, Pierre Cosso, Franco Castellano (II), Maurizio Mattioli, Ottavia Piccolo, Mario Adorf, Ray Lovelock, Nicola Pistoia, Bruno Minniti, Ugo Fangareggi, Paolo Paoloni, Guido Cella
Country: Italy
Noi tre
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Carlo Delle Piane, Lino Capolicchio, Gianni Cavina, Ida Di Benedetto, Dario Parisini, Giulio Pizzirani, Davide Celli
Country: Italy
December 31, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 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:
Voltron
Release year: 1984
Country: United States of America
December 31, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Talisman
By: Stephen King and Peter Strau
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.
Who Killed The Robins Family?
By: Thomas Chastain
As they look for clues to the murders of eight Robins family members, mystery lovers have the chance to uncover the killer and receive a cash prize.
The Aquitaine Progression
By: Robert Ludlum
Joel Converse, an American lawyer, meets in Geneva a man he's not seen for twenty years. He is a covert agent who falls at his feet and whispers words that give Converse a shocking legacy of death: "The Generals.
December 31, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Electrician
Bruce Lee
Marble Madness
Injured Engine
Elite
Who was the US President on December 31, 1984?
On December 31, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1984?
On December 31, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 1984?
On December 31, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 31st?
December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of December. 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 December 31st, such as:
- 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
- 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),
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 December 1984?
December 1984 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
