Wednesday July 18, 1984: on this day

About July 18th, 1984, in brief:

  • Historical events: Walter F Mondale wins Democratic presidential nomination in San Francisco
  • Day of the week: July 18th, 1984 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: James Brolin, Kristen Bell
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: When Doves Cry by Prince
  • #1 UK song: Two Tribes by Frankie Goes To Hollywood
  • Popular movie: Purple Rain directed by Albert Magnoli

More about July 18th, 1984? See below for more news and curiosities on July 18th, 1984.

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What day of the week was July 18, 1984?


July 18, 1984 was a Wednesday and it was the 200th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 18, 1984 can also be written as 7/18/1984 in the US and as 18/7/1984 in UK and Europe.

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July 18, 1984: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 18, 1984:

  • Walter f mondale wins democratic presidential nomination in san francisco
  • Mcdonald's massacre in san ysidro, california: in a fast-food restaurant, james oliver huberty opens fire, killing 21 people and injuring 19 others before being shot dead by police.

July 18, 1984: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 18, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 18th 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 18, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 18, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Rat 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 18, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 18, 1984 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 18, 1984 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 18, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 11:17 pm and setting at 11:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 13, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Aug 11, 1984.

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Who was born on July 18, 1984?


Famous people born on July 18, 1984:

  • Allen Craig

    Former MLB player who excelled as a first baseman and outfielder.

  • Liv Boeree

    Liv Boeree is a former professional poker player and a World Series of Poker bracelet winner.

  • Shavette Walker

    Shavette Walker is an American former track and field athlete who specialized in the 800 meters.

  • Troy Pindell

    Youtube star.

  • Kathrin Hoelzl
  • Júlio Coelho
  • Myrtille Gollin
  • Jamon Gordon
  • Ahmed Hadid
  • Veli Lampi
  • Javier Moreno
  • Irfan Peljto
  • Amad Al Hosni
  • Vampeta
  • Shinji Takahira
  • Dario Alioto
  • Sam Sexton
  • Ben Askren
  • Andreas Bammer

Whose famous birthday is on July 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 18th:

  • James Brolin
    James Brolin

    American actor.

  • Kristen Bell
    Kristen Bell

    Kristen bell is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like veronica mars and the good place, as well as for voicing the...

  • Bhumi Pednekar
    Bhumi Pednekar

    Bhumi Pednekar is an Indian actress who has established herself as one of the most versatile and talented actresses in Bollywood.

  • James Cagney
    James Cagney

    James cagney was an american actor known for his energetic performances in gangster films, particularly in the 1930s.

  • Nelson Mandela
    Nelson Mandela

    South african president, a civil right hero and martyr who won victory in his lifetime crusade for non-racial south africa democracy.

  • Vin Diesel
    Vin Diesel

    Steven spielberg discovered an american actor when diesel's short film, "multi facial", (1994), which diesel had created himself, caught his...

  • Elizabeth Gilbert
    Elizabeth Gilbert

    Elizabeth gilbert is an american author known for her bestselling memoir 'eat, pray, love', which has been adapted into a film.

  • Wendy Williams
    Wendy Williams

    Wendy williams is a tv show host known for her outspoken personality and celebrity gossip segments.

  • Maria Pacôme
    Maria Pacôme

    Maria pacôme is a renowned french actress and playwright known for her comedic roles in french cinema and theater.

  • Chace Crawford
    Chace Crawford

    Chace crawford is an american actor known for his role as nate archibald on the tv series gossip girl.

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How old is someone born on July 18, 1984?


Someone born on July 18, 1984 is:

39 years 10 months old,

or 478 months and 18 days old,

or 2081 weeks

or 14567 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 18, 1984?

There are 43 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 18th 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 18, 1984?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 18, 1984.

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July 18, 1984: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 18, 1984:

  • James Oliver Huberty

    Police shoot after shooting 21 people at mcdonalds.

  • Lally Bowers

    English actress (b. 1914).

  • Grigori Kromanov

    Estonian screenwriter and director (d. 1984).

  • Cleto Boldrini
  • Bernard Joy
  • Dominic Brooklier
  • Remigio Del Grosso

What famous deaths happened on July 18th?

Famous deaths on July 18th:

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    Actor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).

  • Jack Hawkins
    Jack Hawkins

    Actor ben hur, ben-four just men, dies at 62.

  • Dietmar Schönherr
    Dietmar Schönherr

    Austrian-spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2014).

  • Jack Earle
    Jack Earle

    American sideshow performer and actor (born 1906).

  • Machine Gun Kelly
    Machine Gun Kelly

    American gangster (born 1895).

  • Adalei Austen

    Adalei Austen was a renowned English novelist whose works, such as 'Pride and Prejudice', have become timeless classics.

  • Lawsen Austen

    Lawsen Austen was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her witty and insightful novels, including 'Pride and...

  • Wealthy Austen

    Celebrated English novelist known for her works on social commentary.

  • Janei Austen

    Renowned English novelist known for her classic works like 'Pride and Prejudice'.

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July 18, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 18, 1984:

  • Uruguay - Constitution Day

Observances on July 18, 1984:

  • ONU - Nelson Mandela International Day
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July 18, 1984: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 18, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 16th and July 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 18, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 18, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 18, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - When Doves Cry youtube
  2. - Dancing In The Dark
  3. - Ghostbusters
  4. - Eyes Without A Face
  5. - Jump (For My Love)

July 18, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 18, 1984 was Two Tribes by Frankie Goes To Hollywood, according to the music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 1984: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 18, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Two Tribes
  2. - Relax
  3. - Hole In My Shoe
  4. - Time After Time youtube
  5. - I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me

July 18, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 18, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 18, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - When Doves Cry youtube
  2. - What's Love Got To Do With It
  3. - Breakin'...there's No Stopping Us
  4. - Feels So Real (Won't Let Go)
  5. - Hold Me

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July 18, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 18, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Purple Rain

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Albert Magnoli

Starring: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos

Country: United States of America

Meatballs Part II

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Ken Wiederhorn

Starring: Richard Mulligan, Hamilton Camp, John Mengatti, Kim Richards

Revenge of the Nerds

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Jeff Kanew

Starring: Robert Carradine, Anthony Edwards, Timothy Busfield, Andrew Cassese

Country: United States of America

Supergirl

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Jeannot Szwarc

Starring: Helen Slater, Faye Dunaway, Peter O'Toole, Hart Bochner

Country: United States of America

The Party Animal

Release year: 1984

Directed by: David Beaird

Starring: Matthew Causey, Timothy Carhart, Jerry Jones, Robin Harlan

July 18, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 18, 1984 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Vereda Tropical

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Javier Torre

Superstar

Release year: 1984

Directed by: Bruce McCulloch

Voltron

Voltron

Release year: 1984

Country: United States of America

July 18, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 18, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

First Lady From Plains by Rosalynn Carter

First Lady From Plains

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Rosalynn Carter's memoir is fascinating and compelling because she recognizes that she is part a distinguished historical tradition: The southern lady in politics.

The March Of Folly by Barbara W. Tuchman

The March Of Folly

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Barbara Tuchman, a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner historian, discusses the pervasiveness of folly throughout governments across the centuries. Tuchman outlines the Trojan War as a pivotal turning point in history.

Balls by Graig Nettles and Peter Golenbock

Balls

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The Butter Battle Book by Dr. Seuss

The Butter Battle Book

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The Butter Battlebook, Dr. Seuss’s classic cautionary tale, teaches readers the importance of respecting differences. Although the Zooks and Yooks both love butter bread, animosity develops between them because they enjoy it differently.

Heretics Of Dune by Frank Herbert

Heretics Of Dune

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Frank Herbert's Dune books are a major achievement of the human imagination, selling more than ten millions copies.

July 18, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 18, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Ancient Art of War

Ancient Art of War

Platform: Apple II, Macintosh, MS-DOS, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, PC-88, PC-98

Genre: Real-time strategy Real-time tactics

Publisher: Broderbund

Frak!

Frak!

Platform: Acorn Electron, BBC Micro, Commodore 64

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Aardvark (BBC / Electron) Statesoft (C64)

Ducks Ahoy!

Ducks Ahoy!

Platform: Atari 8-bit, Commodore 64

Genre: Action

Balloon Fight

Balloon Fight

Platform: Arcade, NES, PC-8801, X1, Sharp Zaurus, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Nintendo

Deus Ex Machina

Deus Ex Machina

Platform: ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, MSX

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Who was the US President on July 18, 1984?

On July 18, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 18, 1984?

On July 18, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 18, 1984?

On July 18, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 18th?

July 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs explode outside kandahar police headquarters, afghanistan. twelve people were killed and more than 80 others were injured.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: siege at al-fu'ah, kafriya: as part of a deal between rebel forces with the syrian government, the evacuations of the shia towns al-fu'ah (northern idlib governorate) begin.
  • 2017 - 2017 earthquakes: a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck russia's kamchatka peninsula west of attu in the north pacific ocean. there are no immediate reports of injuries or damages; the tsunami warning was cancelled.

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What happened in 1984?

1984 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2,000 die from Union Carbide poison gas emission in Bhopal, India
  • Night Court starring Harry Anderson premieres on NBC TV
  • Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 41 B mission

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What was the calendar for July 1984?

July 1984 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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