Tuesday July 16, 1985: on this day

About July 16th, 1985, in brief:

  • Historical events: 56th All Star Baseball Game: NL wins 6-1 at Humphrey Metrodome, Minnesota
  • Day of the week: July 16th, 1985 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Barbara Stanwyck, Katrina Kaif
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • #1 US song: A View To A Kill by Duran Duran
  • #1 UK song: Frankie by Sister Sledge
  • Popular movie: Fright Night directed by Tom Holland

More about July 16th, 1985? See below for more news and curiosities on July 16th, 1985.

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What day of the week was July 16, 1985?


July 16, 1985 was a Tuesday and it was the 197th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 1985 can also be written as 7/16/1985 in the US and as 16/7/1985 in UK and Europe.

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July 16, 1985: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 16, 1985:

  • 56th all star baseball game: nl wins 6-1 at humphrey metrodome, minnesota
  • All star mvp: lamarr hoyt (sd padres)
  • Bill to abolish greater london council receives royal assent
  • F-86 sabre sets world aircraft speed record of 1152 kph (716 mph).

July 16, 1985: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 16, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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July 16, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 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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July 16, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 16, 1985 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 16, 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 July 16, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:51 am and setting at 08:44 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 02, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jul 31, 1985.

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Who was born on July 16, 1985?


Famous people born on July 16, 1985:

  • Rosa Salazar
    Rosa Salazar

    Tv actress.

  • Sanjith Sidharth

    Renowned Indian actor known for his work in Tamil cinema.

  • Matthew Santoro

    Youtube star.

  • Marvell Scott

    Marvell Scott was a talented football player known for his speed and agility on the field.

  • Mārtiņš Kravčenko

    Latvian basketball player.

  • Yōko Hikasa

    Japanese singer and actress with a japanese voice.

  • Denis Tahirović

    Croatian footballer.

  • Heather Blumberg
  • Povilas Leimonas
  • QT Marshall
  • Johnny McKinstry
  • Dejan Mezga
  • Cha Ye-ryun
  • Julija Ratkevič
  • Thomas Rønning
  • Youssef Adnane
  • Vaidotas Šilėnas
  • Birgit Birnbacher

Whose famous birthday is on July 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 16th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif

    Katrina kaif is a british actress and model known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Corey Feldman
    Corey Feldman

    Corey feldman is a well-known american actor and musician, best known for his roles in popular 1980s films such as the goonies and stand by...

  • Phoebe Cates
    Phoebe Cates

    Phoebe cates is a former american actress known for her roles in popular 1980s films such as 'fast times at ridgemont high' and 'gremlins'.

  • Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell

    American comedian and actor who started his career on "saturday night live.

  • Ginger Rogers
    Ginger Rogers

    American actress and dancer, rogers was a glamour queen who wore chic clothes and sounded down-to-earth vowels.

  • Michael Flatley
    Michael Flatley

    A talented irish-american dancer taps at a staggering 28 taps per second.

  • Rubén Blades
    Rubén Blades

    Actor and singer-songwriter from panama.

  • Chris Pontius
    Chris Pontius

    American actor and jackass cast member.

  • Faye Grant
    Faye Grant

    American actress.

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How old is someone born on July 16, 1985?


Someone born on July 16, 1985 is:

38 years 10 months old,

or 466 months and 20 days old,

or 2029 weeks and 1 day old,

or 14204 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 16, 1985?

There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 16th 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 16, 1985.

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July 16, 1985: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 16, 1985:

  • Heinrich Böll

    German novelist and short story writer, nobel prize laureate (b. 1917).

  • Dempsey Travis

    Dempsey Travis was an American astronomer known for his contributions to the study of galaxies.

  • Wayne King

    American saxophonist (born 1901), songwriter, and bandleader.

  • Kurt von Fritz
  • Robert Siohan

What famous deaths happened on July 16th?

Famous deaths on July 16th:

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • Harry Chapin
    Harry Chapin

    American singer, musician, trumpeter, and guitarist.

  • James Gammon
    James Gammon

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Patsy Ruth Miller
    Patsy Ruth Miller

    Actress (wide open sap twin beds, sap), dies at 91.

  • Meli Lorca

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Lynnon Frost

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Carols Cruz

    Iconic Brazilian samba singer and actress.

  • Jhonnie Winter

    Jhonnie Winter was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, and one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time.

  • Felma Hertz

    Contributed to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

  • Tanaka Kakuei

    Former Prime Minister of Japan known for economic policies.

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July 16, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 16, 1985:

  • Botswana - President's Day (2nd day)
  • Catholic - Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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July 16, 1985: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 16, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 15th and July 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 16, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 1985 was A View To A Kill by Duran Duran, according to the music chart for the week July 15th and July 21st.

July 16, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 15th and July 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - A View To A Kill
  2. - Raspberry Beret
  3. - Everytime You Go Away youtube
  4. - You Give Good Love
  5. - Sussudio youtube

July 16, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 1985 was Frankie by Sister Sledge, according to the music chart for the week July 15th and July 21st.

July 16, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 15th and July 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Frankie
  2. - Axel F
  3. - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
  4. - Cherish
  5. - Crazy For You

July 16, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 16, 1985 was Save Your Love (For #1) by Rene & Angela, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 15th and July 21st.

July 16, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 16, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 15th and July 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Save Your Love (For #1)
  2. - Hangin' On A String
  3. - Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)
  4. - Raspberry Beret
  5. - Who's Holding Donna Now

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July 16, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 16, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Fright Night

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Tom Holland

Starring: Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Roddy McDowall

Country: United States of America

Weird Science

Release year: 1985

Directed by: John Hughes

Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Kelly LeBrock, Bill Paxton

Country: United States of America

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

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

Pee-wee's Big Adventure

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Tim Burton

Starring: Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily, Mark Holton, Diane Salinger

Country: United States of America

July 16, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 16, 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:

Stingray

Release year: 1985

Watchdog

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Yuri Kovalev

Ein Mann macht klar Schiff

Release year: 1985

About Time

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Richard Curtis

Paying Guest

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Subodh Mukherjee

July 16, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 16, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Cider House Rules by John Irving

The Cider House Rules

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The Cider House Rules was first published in 1985. It is set in rural Maine during the first half century. The story of Dr.

Mountbatten by Philip Ziegler

Mountbatten

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Biography of Louis Mountbatten of Burma, 1st Earl Mountbatten. This biography examines his distinguished career, wartime activities as Allied Chief for Combined Operations, and his time as Viceroy.

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,"

Footfall by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle

Footfall

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"NIVEN and POURNELLE DO IT BETTER THAN ANYBODY. I LOVED IT!" They first appear on astronomical plates as a series if dots, which point from Saturn to Earth.

Thinner by Richard Bachman

Thinner

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Curse of Old Gypsy Man...Billy Halleck is a loving husband and father who is both a beneficiary and a victim of American Good Life. He has a beautiful home, a nice wife, and a wonderful family.

July 16, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 16, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Finalizer - Super Transformation

Finalizer - Super Transformation

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Konami

Gyroscope

Gyroscope

Platform: Acorn Electron, Amstrad CPC, BBC Micro, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Melbourne House

King's Quest II: Romancing the Throne

King's Quest II: Romancing the Throne

Platform: PC, Macintosh, Apple II, Apple IIGS, Amiga, Atari ST, PCjr

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Sierra On-Line

Arm Wrestling

Arm Wrestling

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports game

Publisher: Nintendo

Mat Mania – The Prowrestling Network

Mat Mania – The Prowrestling Network

Platform: Arcade PS4 (Arcade Archives)

Genre: Sports, Professional wrestling

Publisher: Taito HAMSTER (PS4)

history

Who was the US President on July 16, 1985?

On July 16, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 16, 1985?

On July 16, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 16, 1985?

On July 16, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 16th?

July 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of July. 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 July 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: airstrikes by the syrian government targeting residential areas in jisr al-shughur and khan shaykhun in idlib province kill at least nine civilians, and injure fourteen others.
  • 2018 - 2015-2018 iraqi protests - demonstrations in iraq leave many people dead and create mass unrest.
  • 2017 - Jodie whittaker will replace peter capaldi in the 13th doctor's incarnation, making her the first woman to assume the role of doctor who's science fiction television series.

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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 July 1985?

July 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

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