Friday August 15, 1986: on this day

About August 15th, 1986, in brief:

  • Historical events: US President Ronald Reagan decides to support a replacement for the space shuttle Challenger.
  • Day of the week: August 15th, 1986 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Jennifer Lawrence, Ben Affleck
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: Papa Don't Preach by Madonna
  • #1 UK song: The Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh
  • Popular movie: Blue Velvet directed by David Lynch

More about August 15th, 1986? See below for more news and curiosities on August 15th, 1986.

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What day of the week was August 15, 1986?


August 15, 1986 was a Friday and it was the 227th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 15, 1986 can also be written as 8/15/1986 in the US and as 15/8/1986 in UK and Europe.

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August 15, 1986: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 15, 1986:

  • Us president ronald reagan decides to support a replacement for the space shuttle challenger.

August 15, 1986: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 15, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 15, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Tiger chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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August 15, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 15, 1986 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 1986 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 August 15, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 05:09 pm and setting at 01:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 21, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Aug 19, 1986.

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Who was born on August 15, 1986?


Famous people born on August 15, 1986:

  • Evanne Friedmann

    Evanne Friedmann is an American sports broadcaster who has worked for ESPN, Fox Sports, and NBC Sports.

  • Natalia Kills

    Natalia kills is a pop singer known for her edgy and provocative music and style.

  • Lex Fridman

    Lex Fridman is a popular podcaster and AI researcher known for his interviews with prominent figures in technology and science.

  • Maria Fowler

    English actress and model.

  • Besik Kudukhov

    Russian wrestler (d. 2013).

  • Russ Money

    Twitch star.

  • Samantha Crain

    American guitarist and singer-songwriter.

  • Sergej Mikaev
  • Vadim Bolohan
  • Daniele Cassioli
  • Amy Lennox
  • Giorgi Merebashvili
  • Vincenzo Pacilli
  • Ceyhun Altay
  • Li Jianrou

Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:

  • Jennifer Lawrence
    Jennifer Lawrence

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.

  • Ben Affleck
    Ben Affleck

    American actor.

  • Debra Messing
    Debra Messing

    Debra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.

  • Anthony Anderson
    Anthony Anderson

    Anthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.

  • Nino Ferrer
    Nino Ferrer

    Pop music songwriter and singer from italy.

  • Julia Child
    Julia Child

    American chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.

  • Stieg Larsson
    Stieg Larsson

    Swedish journalist and writer.

  • Mike Connors
    Mike Connors

    Touch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.

  • Zeljko Ivanek
    Zeljko Ivanek

    Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).

  • Wendy Hiller
    Wendy Hiller

    England, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).

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How old is someone born on August 15, 1986?


Someone born on August 15, 1986 is:

37 years 9 months old,

or 453 months and 21 days old,

or 1972 weeks and 5 days old,

or 13809 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 15, 1986?

There are 71 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 15, 1986.

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August 15, 1986: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 15, 1986:

  • Winthrop Sargeant

    American journalist and music critic.

  • Ivan Vladimirovič Lukinskij
  • Cesare Bensi

What famous deaths happened on August 15th?

Famous deaths on August 15th:

  • Jan Kiepura
    Jan Kiepura

    Sosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").

  • August Schellenberg
    August Schellenberg

    Canadian-american actor (d. 2013.

  • Paul Lukas
    Paul Lukas

    Actor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.

  • Lavante Dubois

    Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.

  • Mckenleigh Avery

    Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.

  • Lancer Sharma

    Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.

  • Jyron Fitzgerald

    Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.

  • Elfida Vargas

    Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.

  • Rahi Masoom Reza

    Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.

  • Severus Levy

    Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.

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August 15, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 15, 1986:

  • Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
  • Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
  • Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
  • RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
  • Acadie ? National Day
  • Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
  • India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
  • Korea ? Liberation Day
  • Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
  • Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
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August 15, 1986: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 15, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 11th and August 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 15, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1986 was Papa Don't Preach by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.

August 15, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Papa Don't Preach
  2. - Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II)
  3. - Mad About You
  4. - Higher Love youtube
  5. - We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off

August 15, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1986 was The Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.

August 15, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Lady In Red
  2. - I Want To Wake Up With You
  3. - Papa Don't Preach
  4. - So Macho / Cruising
  5. - Camouflage

August 15, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1986 was Do You Get Enough Love by Shirley Jones, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.

August 15, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 15, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Do You Get Enough Love
  2. - Sweet Love
  3. - Closer Than Close
  4. - Give Me The Reason
  5. - Love The One I'm With (A Lotta Love)

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August 15, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 15, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Blue Velvet

Release year: 1986

Directed by: David Lynch

Starring: Isabella Rossellini, Kyle MacLachlan, Dennis Hopper, Laura Dern

Country: United States of America

River's Edge

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Tim Hunter

Starring: Crispin Glover, Keanu Reeves, Ione Skye, Daniel Roebuck

Extremities

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Robert M. Young

Starring: Farrah Fawcett, James Russo, Alfre Woodard, Diana Scarwid

The Whoopee Boys

Release year: 1986

Directed by: John Byrum

Starring: Michael O'Keefe, Paul Rodriguez, Denholm Elliott, Carole Shelley

The Fly

Release year: 1986

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel

Country: United States of America

August 15, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 15, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Grand Prix der Volksmusik

Release year: 1986

August 15, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 15, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

James Herriot'S Dog Stories by James Herriot

James Herriot'S Dog Stories

By:

This collection of stories is a special and heartwarming collection that James Herriot shares about his dogs and the amazing people and animals he has met.

A Light In The Attic by Shel Silverstein

A Light In The Attic

By:

While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?

A Cast Of Killers by Sidney D. Kirkpatrick

A Cast Of Killers

By:

William Desmond Taylor, a distinguished director of silent films, was gunned down in his Los Angeles bungalow on February 1, 1922 by an unknown assailant.

Last Of The Breed by Louis L'Amour

Last Of The Breed

By:

"For sheer adventure L'Amour Kirkus Review This is the type of epic novel that Louis L'Amour has made his hallmark.

Wanderlust by Danielle Steel

Wanderlust

By:

Wanderlust is Audrey Driscoll's story. Audrey, an orphaned child, grew up caring for her eccentric, millionaire grandfather, and her demanding younger sister Annabelle. They assume that she will always be there for them.

August 15, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 15, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hollywood or Bust

Hollywood or Bust

Platform: Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC

Genre: Action

Hacker II: The Doomsday Papers

Hacker II: The Doomsday Papers

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Apple II, Apple IIgs, Atari ST, Commodore 64, PC Booter, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Puzzle/Strategy

Publisher: Activision

Championship Wrestling

Championship Wrestling

Platform: Apple IIgs, Atari ST, Commodore 64

Genre: Professional wrestling[1] Fighting

Publisher: Epyx

The Black Cauldron

The Black Cauldron

Platform: MS-DOS, Amiga, Apple II, Apple IIGS, Atari ST

Genre: adventure game

Publisher: Walt Disney Personal Computer Software

Army Moves

Army Moves

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, MSX, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Imagine Software

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Who was the US President on August 15, 1986?

On August 15, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1986?

On August 15, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 15, 1986?

On August 15, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 15th?

August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of August. 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 August 15th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
  • 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.

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What happened in 1986?

1986 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
  • International Peace Year begins
  • New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00

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What was the calendar for August 1986?

August 1986 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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 August 1986 calendar looked like.

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