Wednesday February 24, 1988: on this day

February 24, 1988 was the 55th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 24, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 24, 1988, who was born and died on February 24, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 24, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Father Figure by George Michael), movies (e.g. Le petit amour, directed by Agnès Varda), TV series (e.g. Der Geisterwald Oder Des Raben Rache) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 24th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

Table of contents

calendar

What day of the week was February 24, 1988?


February 24, 1988 was a Wednesday and it was the 55th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 24, 1988 can also be written as 2/24/1988 in the US and as 24/2/1988 in UK and Europe.

February 24, 1988 in February 1988 calendar

February 1988
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
1234567
891011121314
15161718192021
22232425262728
29
history

February 24, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 24, 1988:

  • Supreme ct votes 8-0 jerry falwell cannot collect for hustler parody
  • South african apartheid regime bans the united democratic front.
  • Matti nykanen becomes winter olympics first triple gold medalist.
  • The supreme court of the united states sides with hustler magazine (voting 8-0) by overturning a lower court decision to award jerry falwell us$200,000 for defamation.

LIFE Magazine

zodiac

February 24, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


 zodiac sign

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 24th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

Discover the personality of February born.

Unlock the Mysteries of February 24, 1988! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now

February 24, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Dragon chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 24, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!

Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on February 24th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

see horoscope and birth chart for February 24, 1988
Planetary positions on  - Geocentric view
zodiac

February 24, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

58%

The moon phase on February 24, 1988 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 24, 1988 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 February 24, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 10:15 am and setting at 02:18 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Mar 03, 1988.

Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!

Your place in the Universe on February 24, 1988

star banner

We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day

Get your map!

This day in 30 sec.

birthday

Who was born on February 24, 1988?


Famous people born on February 24, 1988:

  • Nicole Faverón

    Nicole faverón is a peruvian model and beauty queen who won the miss earth 2012 pageant.

  • Connie Ramsay

    Scottish judoka.

  • Emma Hayman

    New zealand tennis player.

  • Brittany Bowe

    Athlete.

  • Alexander Koch

    Tv actor.

  • Alexander Koch (actor)
  • Rodrigue Beaubois
  • Vasiliy Levit
  • Sebastián Navarro
  • Simplex Nthala
  • Lynn Tan
  • Samuel Tsegay
  • Geoffrey Tulasne
  • Matija Špičić
  • David Magalhães
  • Clayton de Sousa Moreira
  • Admilson Estaline Dias Barros
  • Alessia Catrambone

Whose famous birthday is on February 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 24th:

  • George Harrison
    George Harrison

    British composer, producer and musician.

  • Kristin Davis
    Kristin Davis

    Kristin davis is an american actress best known for her role as charlotte york in the popular tv series sex and the city.

  • Edward James Olmos
    Edward James Olmos

    Edward james olmos is a mexican-american actor and director known for his roles in 'stand and deliver' and 'battlestar galactica'.

  • Helen Shaver
    Helen Shaver

    Canadian-american actress in live theater, film and television.

  • Emmanuelle Riva
    Emmanuelle Riva

    French actress on stage, film, and television.

  • Alessandro Gassman
    Alessandro Gassman

    Alessandro gassman is an italian actor known for his work in italian cinema and theater.

  • Abe Vigoda
    Abe Vigoda

    American actor.

  • James Farentino
    James Farentino

    American actor (d. 2012).

  • Steven Hill
    Steven Hill

    Seattle, washington -- actor.

  • Mark Moses
    Mark Moses

    American actor.

See more famous people and celebrities born on February 24th

birthday

February 24, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 36 years 1 month old,

or 433 months and 4 days old,

or 1883 weeks and 1 day old,

or 13182 days old,

if you were born on February 24, 1988.

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 February 24, 1988?

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 24th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 24, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 24, 1988.

RIP

February 24, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 24, 1988:

  • Irwan Chanin

    American theater builder dies at the age of 96.

  • Loretta McNeil
  • Aldo Sestini
  • Bluma Zeigarnik
  • Rose Coyle
  • Memphis Slim
  • Raul Radice
  • Timothy Scott
  • Harry Yven
  • Antonio Prohías

What famous deaths happened on February 24th?

Famous deaths on February 24th:

  • Don Knotts
    Don Knotts

    Don knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.

  • Dinah Shore
    Dinah Shore

    American entertainer.

  • Dennis Weaver
    Dennis Weaver

    American actor who played the role of chester, a low-key character in "gunsmoke," between 1955-1964.

  • Johnnie Ray
    Johnnie Ray

    American singer-songwriter from the pre-elvis era.

  • Bruce Bennett
    Bruce Bennett

    American actor and shot putter (d. 2007).

  • George Gobel
    George Gobel

    Chicago, illinois -- comedian/tv personality (i love my wife).

  • Ronald Pickup
    Ronald Pickup

    English actor (b. 1940).

  • Conrad Nagel
    Conrad Nagel

    Actor (celebrity time), passes away at 73.

  • Bobby Moore
    Bobby Moore

    Captain of the english soccer team (world champions 1966), is dead (born 1941).

  • Jean Rogers
    Jean Rogers

    Actress (flash gordon hot cargo), died at 74.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 24th

holidays

February 24, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 24, 1988:

  • Independence Day in Estonia (1918; the Soviet period is considered illegal annexation).
  • Flag Day in MTxico.
  • St. Sergius
  • Dragobete in Romania.
  • St. Matthias
  • St. Modest
  • St. Edelbert
  • Blessed Ameel of Ter Duinen
  • Regifugium, in the Roman calendar.
vinyl songs

February 24, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 24, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 22nd and February 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 24, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 24, 1988 was Father Figure by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 24, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Father Figure youtube
  2. - What Have I Done To Deserve This
  3. - She's Like The Wind
  4. - Never Gonna Give You Up youtube
  5. - Hungry Eyes

February 24, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 24, 1988 was I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 24, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Should Be So Lucky
  2. - I Think We're Alone Now youtube
  3. - When Will I Be Famous
  4. - Tell It To My Heart
  5. - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car youtube

February 24, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 24, 1988 was Girlfriend by Pebbles, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 24, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Girlfriend
  2. - You Will Know
  3. - Some Kind Of Lover
  4. - Run To Me
  5. - Never Knew Love Like This

February 24, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 24, 1988 was AY AMOR by Ana Gabriel, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 24, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - AY AMOR
  2. - DEBO HACERLO
  3. - SOY ASI
  4. - Me estoy volviendo loco
  5. - No Hay Mal Que Por Bien No Venga

Wish him/her..

Send your special wishes with this personalized page

send a message
birthday card
birthday club

Was February 24, 1988 your birth date ?

If yes, join our birthday club!

join birthday club

February 24, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 24, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Le petit amour

Le petit amour

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Agnès Varda

Starring: Jane Birkin, Mathieu Demy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lou Doillon

Top Line

Top Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Nello Rossati

Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez

Country: Italy

Aenigma

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

Picasso Trigger

Picasso Trigger

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Andy Sidaris

Starring: Steve Bond, Dona Speir, Hope Marie Carlton, Harold Diamond

And God Created Woman

And God Created Woman

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Roger Vadim

Starring: Rebecca De Mornay, Vincent Spano, Frank Langella, Donovan Leitch Jr.

February 24, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 24, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Release year: 1988

Red Dwarf

Red Dwarf

Release year: 1988

Written by:

Starring: Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Chris Barrie, Robert Llewellyn

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Adventures Beyond Belief

Adventures Beyond Belief

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Marcus Tompson

February 24, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 24, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Love, Medicine & Miracles by Bernie S. Siegel

Love, Medicine & Miracles

By:

The immune system's strongest stimulant is unconditional love. Love heals. Every day, miracles occur to extraordinary patients - those who love and have the courage of working with their doctors to help them recover.

Time Flies by Bill Cosby

Time Flies

By:

BILL COSBY KEEPS GETTING BETTER. Bill Cosby is America's most beloved humorist, media personality, and bestselling author. He now shares his warmth, wisdom, and wit on a topic that's common to all: aging.

The Bonfire Of The Vanities by Tom Wolfe

The Bonfire Of The Vanities

By:

Vintage Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities, the #1 bestseller that will forever define late-twentieth-century New York style. "No one has ever described New York Society so accurately and devastatingly as Edith Wharton" ("The National Review")" A page-turner

The Tommyknockers by Stephen King

The Tommyknockers

By:

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.

Mortal Fear by Robin Cook

Mortal Fear

By:

Mortal Fear is a horrifying medical nightmare at the cutting edge in genetic research. It explores the uncertain future of modern medicine.

February 24, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 24, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Bard's Tale III: Thief of Fate

The Bard's Tale III: Thief of Fate

Platform: Amiga, Apple II, Commodore 64, DOS, NEC PC-9801

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Dynamite Düx

Dynamite Düx

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Sega Master System, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Sega

Final Fantasy II

Final Fantasy II

Platform: WonderSwan Color PlayStation Game Boy Advance PlayStation Portable iOS Android; WonderSwan Color; PlayStation; Game Boy Advance; PlayStation Portable; iOS; Android

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Square

Formation Armed F

Formation Armed F

Platform: Arcade Game, NEC PC Engine

Genre: Shooter game

Publisher: Nichibutsu

Gamma Strike

Gamma Strike

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Publisher: Gamesware

history

Who was the US President on February 24, 1988?

On February 24, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 24, 1988?

On February 24, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 24, 1988?

On February 24, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

history

What is special about February 24th?

February 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of February. 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 February 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - 91st academy awards: the academy awards are presented in hollywood. bohemian rhapsody takes home four of the most prestigious awards. black panther, green book and roma each took home three awards. (the guardian),
  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). february 2018, mogadishu attack. at least 38 people were killed in two car bombings that took place near mogadishu's presidential palace. al-shabaab claims responsibility for the attacks.
  • 2017 - After months of fighting, the turkish-backed free syrian army seizes al-bab from isil in the syrian civil war. (the washington post). at least 60 people are killed when a car bomb explodes in sousian, a syrian village north of al-bab. (time), (bbc),

Find out more about February 24th

history

What happened in 1988?

1988 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
  • John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
  • Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances

Do you remember 1988? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to

history

What was the calendar for February 1988?

February 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1988 calendar looked like.

Wednesday February 24, 1988