Sunday April 21, 1985: on this day

April 21, 1985 was the 111th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is April 21, 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 April 21, 1985, who was born and died on April 21, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Are The World by USA for Africa), movies (e.g. Phenomena, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Mussolini And I) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 21st, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 21, 1985?


April 21, 1985 was a Sunday and it was the 111th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 21, 1985 can also be written as 4/21/1985 in the US and as 21/4/1985 in UK and Europe.

April 21, 1985 in April 1985 calendar

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April 21, 1985: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 21, 1985:

  • Flyers 5-isles 2 - patrick division finals - flyers hold 2-0 lead
  • Patty sheehan wins lpga j&b scotch pro-am golf tournament.
  • Rudi gernreich, us designer (unisex look, invisible underwear, miniskirt), dies at age 62.
  • Bomb attack in nato/aeg-telefunken building in brussels, belgium.
  • Ingrid kristiansen wins the london marathon in a record 2:21:06.
  • Brazilian president tancredo neves dies, he is succeeded by vice president jose sarney.
  • The compound of the militant group the covenant, the sword, and the arm of the lord surrenders to federal authorities in arkansas after a two-day government siege.

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April 21, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 21, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 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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April 21, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 21, 1985 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 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 April 21, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 05:50 am and setting at 09:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1985 while the next full moon would come on May 04, 1985.

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Who was born on April 21, 1985?


Famous people born on April 21, 1985:

  • Christian Coma
    Christian Coma

    Christian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.

  • Billy Magnussen

    Billy magnussen is an american actor known for his roles in into the woods and game night.

  • Andy Jones

    American high diver.

  • Wesllem
  • Jessica Clark
  • Takuro Fujii
  • Anzur Ismoilov
  • Luis Bolívar
  • Jamar Shipman
  • Paloma Bernardi

Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:

  • Elizabeth II
    Elizabeth II

    Elizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.

  • Tony Danza
    Tony Danza

    Tony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.

  • James McAvoy
    James McAvoy

    Scottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...

  • Iggy Pop
    Iggy Pop

    American musician, a punk rocker.

  • Rollo May
    Rollo May

    American psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.

  • Charles Grodin
    Charles Grodin

    American actor and talk show host (d. 2021).

  • Alana Ladd
    Alana Ladd

    American celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.

  • Claire Denis
    Claire Denis

    Paris, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).

  • John Mortimer
    John Mortimer

    British screenwriter, barrister and author.

  • Glen Hansard
    Glen Hansard

    Glen Hansard is an Irish musician and actor, best known as the frontman of The Frames and The Swell Season.

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April 21, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 38 years 11 months old,

or 467 months and 29 days old,

or 2034 weeks and 5 days old,

or 14243 days old,

if you were born on April 21, 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 April 21, 1985?

There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 21st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1985.

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April 21, 1985: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 21, 1985:

  • Yussuf Lule

    Yussuf Lule was the first president of Uganda after the overthrow of Idi Amin.

  • Tancredo Neves

    Brazilian politician, lawyer and public attorney.

  • Foster Hewitt

    Canadian entrepreneur who founded the first licensed radio station in Canada.

  • Rudi Gernreich

    Monokini, a fashion brand from austria that was created in 1985 by an austrian-american designer.

  • Tancredo de Almeida Neves

    Brazil banker and elected president (born in 1910).

  • Jaroslav Košnar
  • Irving Mills
  • Emma Marpillero
  • John Welsh
  • Paul Pascon
  • Vincenzo Ciseri

What famous deaths happened on April 21st?

Famous deaths on April 21st:

  • Nina Simone
    Nina Simone

    American jazz singer.

  • Ursula Jeans
    Ursula Jeans

    Simla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").

  • Charles 'Buddy' Rogers
    Charles 'Buddy' Rogers

    American actor and musician (born in 1904).

  • James Melton
    James Melton

    American operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.

  • Mark Twain

    Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...

  • Lymon Twain

    Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.

  • Oaks Twain

    Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.

  • Mackinsey Twain

    Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...

  • Rmoni Simone

    Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.

  • Samuel Clemens

    Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...

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April 21, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 21, 1985:

  • Rome - city birthday.
  • Texas-San Jacinto Day
  • Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
  • Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
  • Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
  • Tiradentes - Brazil.
  • Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.

Observances on April 21, 1985:

  • World Creativity and Innovation Day

Saints celebrated on April 21, 1985:

  • Saint Wolbodo
  • Saint Konrad von Parzham
  • Saint Anastasius I
  • Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
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April 21, 1985: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 21, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 15th and April 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 21, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1985 was We Are The World by USA for Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 21, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Are The World
  2. - Crazy For You
  3. - Nightshift
  4. - One More Night youtube
  5. - Rhythm Of The Night

April 21, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1985 was Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 21, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
  2. - We Are The World
  3. - Easy Lover
  4. - Move Closer
  5. - Welcome To The Pleasuredome

April 21, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1985 was Back In Stride by Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 21, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 21, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Back In Stride
  2. - Rhythm Of the Night
  3. - We Are The World
  4. - Be Your Man
  5. - 'Til My Baby Comes Home

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April 21, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 21, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Phenomena

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

Maccheroni

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

Gymkata

Gymkata

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Robert Clouse

Starring: Kurt Thomas, Tetchie Agbayani, Richard Norton, Edward Bell

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers

Release year: 1985

Directed by: William Asher

Starring: Walter Matthau, Charles Grodin, Vincent Gardenia, Tyne Daly

The Return of the Living Dead

The Return of the Living Dead

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Dan O'Bannon

Starring: Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, Thom Mathews

Country: United States of America

April 21, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 21, 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:

Mussolini and I

Mussolini and I

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Alberto Negrin

Half Nelson

Half Nelson

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Ryan Fleck

The Day the Universe Changed

The Day the Universe Changed

Release year: 1985

Starring: James Burke

Fast Forward

Fast Forward

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Sidney Poitier

Thundercats

Thundercats

Release year: 1985

Country: United States of America

April 21, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 21, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Bridge Across Forever by Richard Bach

The Bridge Across Forever

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The New York Times Bestseller List for more than a year! Richard Bach's classic and inspiring love story of hope and love "We're the bridge across forever, arching above and adventuring for the sea,"

Moses The Kitten by James Herriot

Moses The Kitten

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A small, bedraggled cat is found in a corner of a frozen pond. He is then taken to a nearby farm where he is nursed back into health. When he's healthy enough, he can join the rest of the animals.

Inside, Outside by Herman Wouk

Inside, Outside

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The Pulitzer Prize-winning Pulitzer Prize-winning author "Marjorie Morningstar", and "The Caine Mutiny," describes cultural conflicts in David Goodkind's life as Special Assistant to President Obama.

Breaking With Moscow by Arkady N. Shevchenko

Breaking With Moscow

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The most senior Soviet official to defect shares an incredible story about the Kremlin's inner workings, his conflicted life as diplomat and the terrifying world outside.

The Lonely Silver Rain by John D. MacDonald

The Lonely Silver Rain

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The Lonely Silver Rain, a classic crime novel by a beloved master of fiction, features Travis McGee, a hardboiled detective who lives in a houseboat.

April 21, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 21, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

4-D Warriors

4-D Warriors

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Shooter game

Publisher: Sega

The Rats

The Rats

Platform: Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Government simulation game / Text Adventure, Survival horror

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Dragon Buster

Dragon Buster

Platform: Arcade, Family Computer, MSX, PC-8801, X68000, Wii and Wii U (Virtual Console), iOS, Android

Genre: Platform game Dungeon crawl Action role-playing game

Publisher: JP/NA Namco; JP Dempa; JP Enix (PC88)

City Connection

City Connection

Platform: Arcade NES MSX Virtual Console Arcade Archives(PS4)

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Jaleco, Kitcorp, HAMSTER

Gunfright

Gunfright

Platform: ZX Spectrum Amstrad CPC MSX, Xbox One

Genre: Arcade adventure; Maze

Publisher: U.S. Gold

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Who was the US President on April 21, 1985?

On April 21, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1985?

On April 21, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 21, 1985?

On April 21, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 21st?

April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of April. 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 April 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).

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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 April 1985?

April 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

Discover how April 1985 calendar looked like.

Sunday April 21, 1985