Wednesday April 06, 1988: on this day

About April 6th, 1988, in brief:

  • Historical events: Black pole explorer M Henson buried next to R Peary in Arlington
  • Day of the week: April 6th, 1988 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Candace Cameron Bure, Paul Rudd
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car by Billy Ocean
  • #1 UK song: Heart by Pet Shop Boys
  • Popular movie: Grave of the Fireflies directed by Isao Takahata

More about April 6th, 1988? See below for more news and curiosities on April 6th, 1988.

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What day of the week was April 06, 1988?


April 06, 1988 was a Wednesday and it was the 97th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 06, 1988 can also be written as 4/6/1988 in the US and as 6/4/1988 in UK and Europe.

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April 06, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 06, 1988:

  • Black pole explorer m henson buried next to r peary in arlington

April 06, 1988: What were the magazines covers that day?

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April 06, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 6th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries 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 06, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Dragon chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 06, 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.

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April 06, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 06, 1988 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 06, 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 April 06, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 11:21 pm and setting at 09:12 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 01, 1988.

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Who was born on April 06, 1988?


Famous people born on April 06, 1988:

  • Fabrice Muamba

    Former professional footballer known for his remarkable recovery after suffering a cardiac arrest during a match.

  • Ivonne Orsini

    Miss world puerto rico 2008: miss puerto rican model and television host.

  • Leigh Adams

    Australian footballer.

  • Jucilei

    Brazilian footballer.

  • Daniele Gasparetto

    Italian footballer.

  • Carlton Mitchell

    American football player.

  • Jucilei da Silva

    Brazilian footballer.

  • Melisa Cantiveros

    Reality star.

  • Mike Bailey

    Tv actor.

  • Francois Hougaard

    Athlete.

  • Rafael Morales
  • Amina Njonkou
  • Brian Zoubek
  • Alen Amedovski
  • Gaëtan Bille
  • Allison Hightower

Whose famous birthday is on April 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 6th:

  • Candace Cameron Bure
    Candace Cameron Bure

    Candace cameron bure is an american actress known for her role as d.j.

  • Paul Rudd
    Paul Rudd

    Paul rudd is an american actor known for his roles in popular comedies such as 'anchorman' and 'knocked up'.

  • Zach Braff
    Zach Braff

    Zach braff is an american actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his role as j.d.

  • Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker

    Michael rooker is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'henry: portrait of a serial killer' and 'guardians of the...

  • Billy Dee Williams
    Billy Dee Williams

    Billy dee williams is an american actor best known for his role as lando calrissian in the star wars franchise.

  • Myleene Klass
    Myleene Klass

    Myleene klass is a british singer, pianist, and model, best known for being a member of the pop group hear'say and for her appearances on...

  • Walter Huston
    Walter Huston

    Walter huston was a renowned actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as 'the treasure of the sierra madre' and...

  • Anita Pallenberg
    Anita Pallenberg

    Italian-english model actress and fashion design.

  • Marilu Henner
    Marilu Henner

    Greek-polish american actress and author.

  • Barry Levinson
    Barry Levinson

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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How old is someone born on April 06, 1988?


Someone born on April 06, 1988 is:

36 years 1 month old,

or 433 months and 30 days old,

or 1887 weeks

or 13209 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 06, 1988?

There are 305 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 6th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 06, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 06, 1988.

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April 06, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on April 6th?

Famous deaths on April 6th:

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • James Best
    James Best

    James best was an american actor best known for his role as sheriff rosco p. coltrane on the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Isaac Asimov
    Isaac Asimov

    Russian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.

  • Greer Garson
    Greer Garson

    Anglo-american actress, garson was very popular in the second world war.

  • Mary Anderson
    Mary Anderson

    American actress (d. 2014.

  • Raphael Sanzio da Urbino

    One of the most influential artists of the Italian Renaissance, known for his iconic paintings such as 'The School of Athens' and 'The...

  • Ihor Stravinsky

    Ihor Stravinsky was a Russian-born composer, pianist, and conductor who is widely considered one of the most influential composers of the...

  • Meril Haggard

    Known for his hit songs and contributions to country music.

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April 06, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 06, 1988:

  • Tartan Day, a day set aside for the celebration of Scottish influence.
  • The date of organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the start of the Restoration Movement by Joseph Smith Junior. Also the date on which this church believes Jesus Christ was born.
  • In Thailand, April 6th marks Chakri Day - a day to commemorate King Rama I, founder of the Chakri dynasty.
  • St. Sixtus
  • Blessed Notker
  • The start of the tax year in the United Kingdom (arising from the 11 day correction to March 25 at the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1752).

Observances on April 06, 1988:

  • International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

Saints celebrated on April 06, 1988:

  • Saint Isolde
  • Saint Balderik
  • Saint Marcellinus of Carthage (d.413)
  • Saint Wineboud
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April 06, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 06, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 4th and April 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 06, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 06, 1988 was Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car by Billy Ocean, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 06, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 06, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car youtube
  2. - Man In The Mirror
  3. - Out Of The Blue
  4. - Devil Inside
  5. - Where Do Broken Hearts Go youtube

April 06, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 06, 1988 was Heart by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 06, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 06, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Heart
  2. - Drop The Boy
  3. - Love Changes (Everything)
  4. - Don't Turn Around
  5. - Could've Been youtube

April 06, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 06, 1988 was Ooo La La La by Teena Marie, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 06, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 06, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ooo La La La
  2. - Wishing Well youtube
  3. - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car youtube
  4. - Da'Butt (From The Film "School Daze")
  5. - Wasn't I Good To Ya?

April 06, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 06, 1988 was AY AMOR by Ana Gabriel, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 06, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 06, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - AY AMOR
  2. - DEBO HACERLO
  3. - Y AHORA TE VAS
  4. - No Hay Mal Que Por Bien No Venga
  5. - Y es que llegaste tu

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April 06, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 06, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Grave of the Fireflies

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Isao Takahata

Starring: Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Akemi Yamaguchi, Yoshiko Shinohara

Country: United States of America

My Neighbor Totoro

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Hitoshi Takagi, Noriko Hidaka, Chika Sakamoto, Shigesato Itoi

Country: United States of America

Colors

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Dennis Hopper

Starring: Sean Penn, Robert Duvall, Maria Conchita Alonso, Randy Brooks

The Moderns

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Alan Rudolph

Starring: Keith Carradine, Linda Fiorentino, Wallace Shawn, Geneviève Bujold

The Night Before

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Thom Eberhardt

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Lori Loughlin, Theresa Saldana, Trinidad Silva

April 06, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 06, 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

Release year: 1988

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

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Marcus Tompson

April 06, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 06, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Rise And Fall Of The Great Powers by Paul Kennedy

The Rise And Fall Of The Great Powers

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The "modern" period of international and national power. Explanates how different powers have changed over the five centuries since the creation of the "new."

The Closing Of The American Mind by Allan Bloom

The Closing Of The American Mind

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The Bonfire Of The Vanities by Tom Wolfe

The Bonfire Of The Vanities

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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

Emperor Of The Air by Ethan Canin

Emperor Of The Air

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EMPEROR OF AIR "explores difficult family relationships and tender moments in self-discovery with an uncommon voice of compassion seldom found in contemporary short fiction" San Francisco Chronicle

Thriving On Chaos by Tom Peters

Thriving On Chaos

By:

This national bestseller offers solutions to an upside-down economic world. A New York Times bestseller for eleven months.

April 06, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 06, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Decisive Battles of the American Civil War Volume 1: Bull Run to Chancellorsville

Decisive Battles of the American Civil War Volume 1: Bull Run to Chancellorsville

Platform: Commodore 64, Apple II.

Genre: Wargame

Gain Ground

Gain Ground

Platform: Sega System 24, Sega Master System, Mega Drive/Genesis, TurboGrafx-16 CD

Genre: Action game, strategy video game, real-time tactical shooter

Publisher: Sega

Crosswize

Crosswize

Platform: ZX Spectrum

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Firebird Software

BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk's Inception

BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk's Inception

Platform: PC, Amiga, Apple II, Atari ST, Commodore 64

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Infocom

Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode

Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode

Platform: NES

Genre: Action adventure

Publisher: Vic Tokai

history

Who was the US President on April 06, 1988?

On April 06, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 06, 1988?

On April 06, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 06, 1988?

On April 06, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 6th?

April 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th 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 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - Second libyan civil war, 2019 western libya offensive: militias loyal to the internationally-recognised government of national accord launch a counterattack on libyan national army troops in the southern outskirts of tripoli. (the washington post. after lna forces were hit by gna warplanes, field marshal khalifa khalifa haftar of the libyan national army declares a no fly zone for military aircraft above western libya.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. united nations secretary general antonio guterres warns israel that it must be "extremely cautious" in the face of further protests at gaza's border. israeli defence forces fire again on palestinians, killing at most seven. (the guardian) protesters start burning tires at the border.
  • 2017 - 2017 saint petersburg metro bombing: russian authorities find and deactivate an explosive device inside a saint petersburg apartment during ongoing raids in response to the bombing.

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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

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What was the calendar for April 1988?

April 1988 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 1988 calendar looked like.

Wednesday April 6, 1988