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May 31, 1985 was the 151st day of the year 1985, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 31, 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 May 31, 1985, who was born and died on May 31, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 31, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Everything She Wants (Remix) by Wham!), movies (e.g. Secret Admirer, directed by David Greenwalt), TV series (e.g. About Time) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 31st, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 31, 1985?
- May 31, 1985: What happened on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 31, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 31, 1985?
- May 31, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 31, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- May 31, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 31, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 31, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on May 31, 1985?
What day of the week was May 31, 1985?
May 31, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 31, 1985:
- Tornados in penn, ohio, new york and canada kill 88 and injured more than 1,000
- New orleans saints franchise is sold for us$70,204,000.
- Guatemala adopts constitution.
- 1985 united states-canadian tornado outbreak: forty-one tornadoes hit ohio, pennsylvania, new york, and ontario, leaving 76 dead.
May 31, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 31, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
Discover the Ox personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 31st, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 31, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 31, 1985 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 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 May 31, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 05:34 pm and setting at 04:10 am.
The previous full moon was on May 04, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1985.
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Who was born on May 31, 1985?
Famous people born on May 31, 1985:
- Jordy Nelson
Former NFL wide receiver known for his time with the Green Bay Packers.
- Allie Brosh
Known for her webcomic 'Hyperbole and a Half' which later became a bestselling book.
- Ian Vougioukas
Greek basketball player.
- Navene Koperweis
American producer and songwriter (animals as leaders the faceless, animosity).
- Katy Emz
Youtube star.
- Matt Knight
- Sandro Maierhofer
- DeWitt Scott
- Tibor Varga
- Reggie Witherspoon
- Chingisiin Oyunchimeg
- Justas Sinica
- Connor Atchley
- Mauro Bogado
- Hubert Charuel
- Nataly Chilet
- Ían Vouyoúkas
Whose famous birthday is on May 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 31st:
![Sandrine Bonnaire]()
Sandrine BonnaireFrench actress who has appeared in more than 40 hollywood and french films.
![Clint Eastwood]()
Clint EastwoodAmerican actor playing tough-guy roles.
![Colin Farrell]()
Colin FarrellHe was an irish actor who got his breakthrough role in 1998 when he was cast as iin ballykissangel on bbc tv.
![Brooke Shields]()
Brooke ShieldsAmerican actress and model.
![Lea Thompson]()
Lea ThompsonAmerican actress and dancer.
![Tom Berenger]()
Tom BerengerAmerican actor, film producer and television writer.
![Joe Namath]()
Joe NamathAmerican football player who led the new york jets' winning campaign at super bowl iii.
![Sharon Gless]()
Sharon GlessAmerican actress, whose greatest success was as a detective in the series "cagney and lacey" (1982).
![Eric Christian Olsen]()
Eric Christian OlsenAmerican actor.
![Don Ameche]()
Don AmecheAmerican actor, vaudeville and radio star with over 50 films dating back to 1936.
May 31, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 10 months old,
or 466 months and 24 days old,
or 2029 weeks and 5 days old,
or 14208 days old,
if you were born on May 31, 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 May 31, 1985?
There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 31, 1985.
May 31, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 31, 1985:
- Gaston Rebuffat
Gaston rebuffat was a french alpinist, mountain guide, and author, best known for his numerous first ascents in the french alps and his...
- Louis Robert
- Angelo Azzimonti
- Federico Regoli
- Marcel Vignoli
- Rein de Waal
What famous deaths happened on May 31st?
Famous deaths on May 31st:
![Jean Stapleton]()
Jean StapletonAmerican actress and singer (d. 2013).
![Martha Hyer]()
Martha HyerTexas, united states -- actress.
![Arlene Francis]()
Arlene FrancisAmerican actress and television personality, she has been a fixture on "what's my line" for 25 years.
![Dorothy Patrick]()
Dorothy PatrickActress (torch song - new orleans, high wall).
![Jack Dempsey]()
Jack DempseyIn 1919, jess willard was defeated by american heavyweight boxing champion.
![Adrienne Ames]()
Adrienne AmesActress (black sheep 24 hours), dies in 39.
- Joseth Haydn
Joseth Haydn was an Austrian composer who was one of the most prominent and prolific composers of the Classical period.
- Emmogene Cunningham
Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence.
May 31, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 31, 1985:
- World No-Tobacco Day [WHO]
- Syaday (Discordianism) (5th day of the season of Confusion, honors Apostle Sri Syadasti).
- the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- The Godiva procession.
- IT Day.
Saints celebrated on May 31, 1985:
- Saint Gislemerio
- Saint Mechtilde of Diessen
- Saint Petronella.
May 31, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 31, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 27th and June 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 31, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 1985 was Everything She Wants (Remix) by Wham!, according to the music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.
May 31, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 31, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wham! - Everything She Wants (Remix)
- Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
- Harold Faltermeyer - Axel F
- Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)
- Billy Ocean - Suddenly
May 31, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 31, 1985 was 19 by Paul Hardcastle, according to the music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.
May 31, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 31, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul Hardcastle - 19
- Phyllis Nelson - Move Closer
- Bronski Beat & Marc Almond - I Feel Love (Medley)
- Duran Duran - A View To A Kill
- DeBarge - Rhythm Of The Night
May 31, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 31, 1985 was Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake) by Freddie Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.
May 31, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 31, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Freddie Jackson - Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)
- Whitney Houston - You Give Good Love
- Marvin Gaye - Sanctified Lady
- ConFunkShun - Electric Lady
- Billy Ocean - Suddenly
May 31, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 31, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Secret Admirer
Release year: 1985
Directed by: David Greenwalt
Starring: C. Thomas Howell, Lori Loughlin, Kelly Preston, Dee Wallace
D.A.R.Y.L.
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Simon Wincer
Starring: Mary Beth Hurt, Michael McKean, Kathryn Walker, Colleen Camp
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
The Protector
Release year: 1985
Directed by: James Glickenhaus
Starring: Jackie Chan, Danny Aiello, Sandy Alexander, Victor Arnold
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
May 31, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 31, 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:
About Time
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Richard Curtis
Paying Guest
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Subodh Mukherjee
Mussolini and I
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Alberto Negrin
Half Nelson
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ryan Fleck
The Day the Universe Changed
Release year: 1985
Starring: James Burke
May 31, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 31, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Soong Dynasty
By: Sterling Seagrave
"Fast-paced and packed with racy details" - New York Times Book ReviewThe Soong Dynasty is the definitive behind-the scenes account of the Soong family, whose wealth and power dominated China and American policy towards Asia during the Twentieth century.
Hold The Dream
By: Barbara Taylor Bradford
Hold the Dream, the continuation of Barbara Taylor Bradford’s bestseller A Woman of Substance, continues the story of Emma Harte. It is a dramatic tale of triumph and heartbreak.
The Courage To Change
By: Dennis Wholey
The commentator on PBS's LateNight America collects stories of celebrities who have struggled with alcoholism. These stories are supplemented by alcohol experts.
A Creed For The Third Millennium
By: Colleen McCullough
Tomorrow's America will be a cold, ravaged country. It will be a nation that is devastated by winter and despair. A senior official in the New England government, Dr.
Queenie
By: Michael Korda
Michael Korda's dazzling novel centers around a beautiful woman who can do no wrong--except her past.
May 31, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 31, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Acrojet
Law of the West
Master of the Lamps
Buggy Boy
The Legend of Kage
Who was the US President on May 31, 1985?
On May 31, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 1985?
On May 31, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 31, 1985?
On May 31, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 31st?
May 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of May. 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 May 31st, such as:
- 2019 - Taliban suicide car bomber kills 4 afghan civilians, inflicting more than 20 injuries on top of the four american soldiers.
- 2018 - 2018 nicaraguan protests: after violent protests against nicaraguan president daniel ortega, catholic bishops have cancelled the episcopal conference talks they had planned with the government. according to nicaraguan human rights center 11 people were killed by pro-government armed group.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). may 2017 kabul attack: at least 90 people are killed and 461 others injured in a suicide bombing in kabul, near the german embassy. (reuters via sbs), the guardian
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 May 1985?
May 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
