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December 31, 1987 was the 365th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 31, 1987 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, 1987, who was born and died on December 31, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Faith by George Michael), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Finders Keepers) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 1987?
- December 31, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 1987?
- December 31, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 31, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 1987?
What day of the week was December 31, 1987?
December 31, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 365th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 1987 can also be written as 12/31/1987 in the US and as 31/12/1987 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 1987: 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, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 31, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 1987 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1987 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, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 01:38 pm and setting at 05:29 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 05, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jan 04, 1988.
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Who was born on December 31, 1987?
Famous people born on December 31, 1987:
- Seydou Doumbia
Professional footballer known for his goal-scoring abilities.
- Emilie Le Pennec
Fremch gymnast, olympian, she won the gold medal at the 2004 games in athens for her performance on the uneven bars.
- Danny Holla
Dutch footballer.
- Javaris Crittenton
American basketball player.
- Nemanja Nikolić
Hungarian footballer.
- Marissa McKeon
The bali terrorist bombing was australia's worst peacetime disaster.
- Rees Thomas
Australian rules football player.
- Ashley Houts
- Jan Ø. Jørgensen
- Yousef Masrahi
- Luana Merli
- Luca Morelli
- Jared Odrick
- Stanislav Petkov
- Steele Von Hoff
- Djavan da Silva Ferreira
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
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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.
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December 31, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 3 months old,
or 435 months and 23 days old,
or 1894 weeks and 5 days old,
or 13263 days old,
if you were born on December 31, 1987.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, 1987?
There are 252 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, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1987.
December 31, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 1987:
- Gwendola Foulke
Gwendola Foulke was an American astronomer who specialized in the study of variable stars and binary systems.
- Maximilian Muche
Maximilian Muche was a German architect who designed several notable buildings in Germany during the 20th century.
- Jerry Turner
American television anchorman (born 1929).
- [Gordon] Randall [P D] Garrett
Author (lord darcy) dies at 60.
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).
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December 31, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 1987:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 28th and January 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1987 was Faith by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.
December 31, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Faith
- Whitney Houston - So Emotional
- Whitesnake - Is This Love
- George Harrison - Got My Mind Set On You
- Debbie Gibson - Shake Your Love
December 31, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1987 was Always On My Mind by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.
December 31, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pet Shop Boys - Always On My Mind
- Belinda Carlisle - Heaven Is A Place On Earth
- T'Pau - China In Your Hand
- Krush - House Arrest
- Rick Astley - When I Fall In Love
December 31, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1987 was The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.
December 31, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - The Way You Make Me Feel
- Levert - My Forever Love
- Roger - I Want To Be Your Man
- Natalie Cole - I Live For Your Love
- Meli'sa Morgan - If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!
December 31, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 1987 was Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.
December 31, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 31, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS
- Jose Jose - SOY ASI
- Beatriz Adriana - La luna sera la luna
- Roberto Carlos - Negra
- Ana Gabriel - AY AMOR
December 31, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Bad Taste
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Peter Jackson
Starring: Terry Potter, Pete O'Herne, Craig Smith, Mike Minett
Country: United States of America
Hell High
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Douglas Grossman
Starring: Maureen Mooney, Christopher Stryker, Christopher Cousins, Millie Prezioso
Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama
Release year: 1987
Directed by: David DeCoteau
Starring: Andras Jones, Linnea Quigley, Robin Stille, Hal Havins
December 31, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 31, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Finders Keepers
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Bryan Carberry
December 31, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Misery
By: Stephen King
This is the #1 national bestseller about a famous author held captive by his "number 1 fan" and suffering from a terrifying case of writer's blocks--which could prove fatal.
The Tommyknockers
By: Stephen King
Stephen King, master storyteller, presents the terrifying #1 New York Times Bestseller about a frightening otherworldly discovery that has devastating effects on a small-town.
Patriot Games
By: Tom Clancy
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.
Seven Stories Of Christmas Love
By: Leo Buscaglia
This holiday classic includes personal stories that are based on Christmas memories. Five stories were originally published in Woman's Day magazine. This began a tradition of publishing an annual Buscaglia Christmas story.
The Polar Express
By: Chris Van Allsburg
Remember that there is so much wonder in the world. This holiday season, remind yourself to look for it and listen to what it has to say. This limited edition, lavish box set will bring magic to your home and …
December 31, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
E.O.S.: Earth Orbit Station
Galactic Trader
Fantasy Zone: The Maze
Pac-Mania
Dragon Spirit
Who was the US President on December 31, 1987?
On December 31, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1987?
On December 31, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 1987?
On December 31, 1987 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 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for December 1987?
December 1987 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.
