Wednesday December 20, 1989: on this day

About December 20th, 1989, in brief:

  • Historical events: American forces launch Operation Just Cause in an attempt to overthrow Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega. 13,000 U.S. troops are sent to occupy Panama City, along with the 12,000 already there.
  • Day of the week: December 20th, 1989 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Jaydy Michel, Jonah Hill
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Another Day In Paradise by Phil Collins
  • #1 UK song: Especially For You by Kylie & Jason
  • Popular movie: Francesco directed by Liliana Cavani

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What day of the week was December 20, 1989?


December 20, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 354th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 20, 1989 can also be written as 12/20/1989 in the US and as 20/12/1989 in UK and Europe.

December 20, 1989 in December 1989 calendar

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December 20, 1989: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 20, 1989:

  • American forces launch operation just cause in an attempt to overthrow panamanian dictator manuel noriega. 13,000 u.s. troops are sent to occupy panama city, along with the 12,000 already there.
  • Premier lubbers sees cda-party leader elco brinkman as successor.
  • United states invasion of panama: the united states sends troops into panama to overthrow government of manuel noriega.
  • The united states invasion of panama deposes manuel noriega.

December 20, 1989: What were the magazines covers that day?

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December 20, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 20th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 20, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 20, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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December 20, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 20, 1989 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 20, 1989 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 December 20, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 12:09 am and setting at 12:16 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1990.

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Who was born on December 20, 1989?


Famous people born on December 20, 1989:

  • Channin Dolan

    Co-founder of WeWork.

  • Mattea Branciamore

    Mattea Branciamore is an Italian singer and actress who gained popularity for her music and acting career.

  • Allan Hyde

    Danish screenwriter and actor.

  • Felipe Castanhari

    Youtube star.

  • Damian Radowicz
  • Matic Račič
  • Satoshi Sakashita
  • Beatriz Sánchez Marrufo
  • Chris Tanev
  • Léandre Tawamba
  • John Boyett
  • Ha Tae-gyu
  • Star Lotulelei
  • Christopher Tanev

Whose famous birthday is on December 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 20th:

  • Jaydy Michel
    Jaydy Michel

    Mexican actress known for her work in telenovelas.

  • Jonah Hill
    Jonah Hill

    American actor known for his roles in comedy films.

  • Bob Morley
    Bob Morley

    Actor.

  • Alain de Botton
    Alain de Botton

    Swiss-english philosopher, author.

  • Jenny Agutter
    Jenny Agutter

    British actress known for her roles in 'Logan's Run' and 'An American Werewolf in London'.

  • Nicole de Boer
    Nicole de Boer

    Canadian actress.

  • David Cook
    David Cook

    American singer, winner on american idol.

  • John Hillerman
    John Hillerman

    American actor, stage and film.

  • Audrey Totter
    Audrey Totter

    Joliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).

  • George Roy Hill
    George Roy Hill

    American film director (born in 1922).

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How old is someone born on December 20, 1989?


Someone born on December 20, 1989 is:

34 years 5 months old,

or 413 months and 15 days old,

or 1797 weeks and 6 days old,

or 12585 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 20, 1989?

There are 199 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 20th 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 20, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 20, 1989.

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December 20, 1989: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 20, 1989:

  • Audrey Christie

    Actress (splendor in the grass), dead at 77.

  • Kurt Bohme

    German bass (born in 1908).

  • Giovanni Panza
  • João Vicente da Nova

What famous deaths happened on December 20th?

Famous deaths on December 20th:

  • Brittany Murphy
    Brittany Murphy

    Brittany murphy was an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as clueless, 8 mile, and just married.

  • Carl Sagan
    Carl Sagan

    American astrophysicist and exobiologist.

  • John Steinbeck
    John Steinbeck

    American writer who wrote best-selling novels and was made into movies.

  • Thomas Newman
    Thomas Newman

    Actor/composer (cape fear) dies at 60 from a heart attack.

  • Bobby Darin
    Bobby Darin

    American singer, actor and recording artist.

  • Arnold Stang
    Arnold Stang

    American singer and actor (d. 2009).

  • Madge Sinclair
    Madge Sinclair

    Kingston, jamaica -- actress.

  • Helene Heigh
    Helene Heigh

    Actress (undercover woman teen age thunder), died at 86.

  • Mervil Meyer

    Renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.

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December 20, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 20, 1989:

  • R.C. Saints - Saint Dominic of Silos
  • Also see December 20 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • The first All Faiths Day was celebrated in 2003 in Canandaigua, New York.

Observances on December 20, 1989:

  • International Human Solidarity Day
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December 20, 1989: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 20, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 18th and December 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 20, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 20, 1989 was Another Day In Paradise by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Another Day In Paradise
  2. - Don't Know Much
  3. - We Didn't Start The Fire
  4. - Rhythm Nation
  5. - With Every Beat Of My Heart

December 20, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 20, 1989 was Especially For You by Kylie & Jason, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Especially For You
  2. - You Got It (The Right Stuff)
  3. - Crackers International (EP)
  4. - Don't Know Much
  5. - Let's Party

December 20, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 20, 1989 was All Of My Love by The Gap Band, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - All Of My Love
  2. - Tender Lover
  3. - Ain't Nuthin' In The World
  4. - Rhythm Nation
  5. - Let's Get It On

December 20, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 20, 1989 was Como Fui A Enamorarme De Ti by Los Bukis, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 20, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Como Fui A Enamorarme De Ti
  2. - La Chica De Humo
  3. - Se Me Enamora El Alma
  4. - Si Me Vas A Olvidar
  5. - La Cima Del Cielo

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December 20, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 20, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Francesco

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Liliana Cavani

Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani

Country: Italy

Killer Crocodile

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis

Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton

Country: Italy

Born on the Fourth of July

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Oliver Stone

Starring: Tom Cruise, Raymond J. Barry, Caroline Kava, Josh Evans

Country: United States of America

Always

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Starring: Richard Dreyfuss, Holly Hunter, Brad Johnson, John Goodman

Country: United States of America

Wild Orchid

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Zalman King

Starring: Mickey Rourke, Jacqueline Bisset, Carré Otis, Assumpta Serna

Country: United States of America

December 20, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 20, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Simpsons

Release year: 1989

Written by:

Starring: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Country: United States of America

The Sweet Life

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Rob Spera

Yawara! A Fashionable Judo Girl

Release year: 1989

Twin Peaks

Release year: 1989

Written by:

Starring: Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook

Country: United States of America

Blackadder Goes Forth

Release year: 1989

Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

December 20, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 20, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

It Was On Fire When I Lay Down On It by Robert Fulghum

It Was On Fire When I Lay Down On It

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Robert Fulghum, in his first sensational best-seller, EVERYTHING IMPORTANT I NEED TO KNOW, LEARNED IN KINDERGARTEN, reminded readers of simple, yet still-true truths.

Daddy by Danielle Steel

Daddy

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Oliver Watson's world collapses around him after Sarah, his wife for eighteen years returns to Harvard to earn her master's degree. Oliver is left alone with his three children and the freedom that he doesn't fully understand.

Tales From Margaritaville by Jimmy Buffett

Tales From Margaritaville

By:

Margaritaville might not be on any map but it exists in the brilliantly imaginative, sometimes slightly skewed imaginations of Jimmy Buffett.

The Tempting Of America by Robert H. Bork

The Tempting Of America

By:

Judge Bork gives a personal account of his nomination hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. He also shares his views on politics and the law.

Among Schoolchildren by Tracy Kidder

Among Schoolchildren

By:

Tracy Kidder, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Soul of a New Machine (and the remarkable national bestseller House), spent nine months at Mrs.

December 20, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 20, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

B.A.T.

B.A.T.

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS

Genre: Adventure, role-playing video game

Publisher: Ubisoft

Fire Hawk: Thexder - The Second Contact

Fire Hawk: Thexder - The Second Contact

Platform: MSX2, DOS, PC-8801

Publisher: Game Arts Sierra On-Line (DOS)

Axel's Magic Hammer

Axel's Magic Hammer

Platform: Commodore Amiga, Atari ST

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Gremlin Graphics

Arnold Palmer Tournament Golf!

Arnold Palmer Tournament Golf!

Platform: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis

Genre: Traditional golf simulation

Publisher: Sega

Bloodwych

Bloodwych

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

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Image Works, Konami

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Who was the US President on December 20, 1989?

On December 20, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 20, 1989?

On December 20, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 20, 1989?

On December 20, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 20th?

December 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of December. 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 December 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - In honor of former president barack obama, parts of ventura freeway in southern california will be renamed "president barack h. obama highway".
  • 2017 - Uber is a transport company, and not a digital services. the european court of justice (ecj), rules that uber must accept stricter licensing and regulation within the european union. uber was instructed to follow local taxi rules in barcelona when the case began.
  • 2016 - Six men are being held in ankara in connection to the assassination of andrei karlov (russian ambassador to turkey).

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What happened in 1989?

1989 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Princess Diane of England visits New York City
  • Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
  • 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles

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What was the calendar for December 1989?

December 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 1989 calendar looked like.

Wednesday December 20, 1989