Wednesday March 23, 1983: on this day

About March 23rd, 1983, in brief:

  • Historical events: US President Ronald Reagan introduces Star Wars-plan
  • Day of the week: March 23rd, 1983 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Joan Crawford, Kangana Ranaut
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson
  • #1 UK song: Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler
  • Popular movie: The Meaning of Life directed by Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam

More about March 23rd, 1983? See below for more news and curiosities on March 23rd, 1983.

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What day of the week was March 23, 1983?


March 23, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 82nd day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 23, 1983 can also be written as 3/23/1983 in the US and as 23/3/1983 in UK and Europe.

March 23, 1983 in March 1983 calendar

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March 23, 1983: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 23, 1983:

  • Us president ronald reagan introduces star wars-plan
  • U.s. president ronald reagan makes his initial strategic defense initiative proposal to develop technology to intercept enemy missiles. the media dub this plan "star wars."
  • Dr barney clark, first artificial heart recipient, dies after 112 days at age 62.
  • Strategic defense initiative: president ronald reagan makes his initial proposal to develop technology to intercept enemy missiles.

March 23, 1983: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 23, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 23rd 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 March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 23, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Pig chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 23, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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March 23, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 23, 1983 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 23, 1983 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 March 23, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 12:10 pm and setting at 03:36 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 27, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Mar 28, 1983.

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Who was born on March 23, 1983?


Famous people born on March 23, 1983:

  • Mo Farah

    Mo farah is a british long-distance runner known for his dominance in the 5000m and 10,000m events, winning multiple olympic and world...

  • Shamela Farah

    Olympic gold medalist known for dominating in long-distance running competitions.

  • Mouhamad Farah

    British long-distance runner who has won multiple Olympic and World Championship gold medals in the 5000m and 10,000m events.

  • François Gabart

    He was a french skipper and won the "venda (c)e globe" in 78 days, faster than phileas fogg and jules verne (around the world, 80 days).

  • Sascha Riether

    German international footballer.

  • Hakan Balta

    Turkish footballer.

  • Jerome Thomas

    English footballer.

  • Kader Mangane
  • Philipp Zeller
  • Luka Žinko
  • Morgan Gould
  • Marcel Eger
  • Cleiton Xavier
  • Loree Moore
  • Jon Otsemobor

Whose famous birthday is on March 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 23rd:

  • Joan Crawford
    Joan Crawford

    Joan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...

  • Kangana Ranaut
    Kangana Ranaut

    Kangana ranaut is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being a vocal advocate for women's rights and empowerment.

  • Kyrie Irving
    Kyrie Irving

    Kyrie irving is a professional basketball player known for his exceptional ball-handling skills and clutch performances in big games.

  • Pierre Palmade
    Pierre Palmade

    French comedian, actor and humorist.

  • Chaka Khan
    Chaka Khan

    American black singer and songwriter who is well-known in the world of black music.

  • Keri Russell
    Keri Russell

    Keri russell is an american actress known for her role as felicity porter in the tv series felicity and for her performance in the spy...

  • Michelle Monaghan
    Michelle Monaghan

    Michelle monaghan is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as mission: impossible iii, gone baby gone, and source...

  • Wernher von Braun
    Wernher von Braun

    Rocket scientist (v1/v2) dies after 65 years of smoking.

  • Richard Grieco
    Richard Grieco

    American model actor and producer.

  • Corinne Cléry
    Corinne Cléry

    Corinne piccolo, french actress and model.

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How old is someone born on March 23, 1983?


Someone born on March 23, 1983 is:

41 years 2 months old,

or 494 months and 13 days old,

or 2150 weeks

or 15050 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 23, 1983?

There are 291 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 23, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 23, 1983.

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March 23, 1983: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 23, 1983:

  • Barney Clark

    First person to receive a permanent artificial heart implant.

  • Aurelio Marena
  • Saul Lieberman
  • Filippo Traina
  • Armand Lanoux

What famous deaths happened on March 23rd?

Famous deaths on March 23rd:

  • Elizabeth Taylor
    Elizabeth Taylor

    British-american actress, born in london to american parents who now reside in britain.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • George Segal
    George Segal

    American stage and film actor who was nominated for an oscar in 1966 for his role as "who's afraid of virginia woolf".

  • Lola Albright
    Lola Albright

    American actress.

  • Peter Lorre
    Peter Lorre

    Hungarian actor on stage, tv and film, as well screenwriter and director.

  • Ken Howard
    Ken Howard

    American actor, writer and musician.

  • Delores Taylor
    Delores Taylor

    Delores Taylor was an actress known for her role in the Billy Jack film series.

  • Denise DuBarry
    Denise DuBarry

    Denise DuBarry was an American actress known for her roles in 'Being There' and 'Black Sheep Squadron.

  • Mona Maris
    Mona Maris

    Actress (camila berlin correspondent), is killed at 88.

  • Patricia Roberts Harris

    First African American woman to serve in the U.S.

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March 23, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 23, 1983:

  • Roman Empire - Tubilustrium was held in honor of Mars.
  • Ancient Latvia - Lieldienas held in honor of Mara and other pagan goddesses.
  • Pakistan - National Day (Republic Day).
  • Roman Empire - The fifth and final day of Quinquatria, held in honor of Minerva.

Observances on March 23, 1983:

  • World Meteorological Day

Saints celebrated on March 23, 1983:

  • Saint Rebecca (d.1914)
  • Saint Turibius of Mongrovejo (died 1606)
  • Saint Ethelwald
  • Saint Victorian
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March 23, 1983: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 23, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 21st and March 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 23, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 23, 1983 was Billie Jean by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 23, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Billie Jean youtube
  2. - Do You Really Want To Hurt Me
  3. - Hungry Like The Wolf
  4. - You Are
  5. - Back On The Chain Gang

March 23, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 23, 1983 was Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler, according to the music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 23, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
  2. - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
  3. - Is There Something I Should Know?
  4. - Rock The Boat

March 23, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 23, 1983 was Billie Jean by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 21st and March 27th.

March 23, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 23, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 21st and March 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Billie Jean youtube
  2. - You Are
  3. - Atomic Dog
  4. - I Like It
  5. - Too Tough

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March 23, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 23, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Meaning of Life

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam

Starring: John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones

Country: United States of America

Screwballs

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Rafal Zielinski

Starring: Peter Keleghan, Kent Deuters, Linda Speciale, Alan Deveau

Country: United States of America

Tenebre

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo

Country: Italy

Zeder

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Pupi Avati

Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco

Country: Italy

Olivia

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Ulli Lommel

Starring: Suzanna Love, Robert Walker Jr., Jeff Winchester, Amy Robinson

March 23, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 23, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Miyuki

Release year: 1983

Directed by: LLC RSquaredFilms

Gun Shy

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Simon West

Just Another Day

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Peter Spirer

The Hard Word

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Scott Roberts

The Family Tree

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Vivi Friedman

March 23, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 23, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Living, Loving & Learning by Leo Buscaglia

Living, Loving & Learning

By:

Living Loving and Learning is a charming collection of Leo Buscaglia’s entertaining and informative lectures that were given worldwide between 1970-1981. While some of these lectures have been published in magazines and books, this collection is the complete one.

Floating Dragon by Peter Straub

Floating Dragon

By:

Two horrors threaten Hampstead, a quiet suburb. One is natural. The other is man-gone insane. The second makes the first seem like child's play.

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book For Pregnancy, Birth And Recovery by Femmy DeLyser

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book For Pregnancy, Birth And Recovery

By:

Fonda's personal trainer, DeLyser (pre-birth of Troy in 1973), later joined Jane's Workout studios as a teacher of breathing exercises for pregnant women.

The One Minute Manager by Kenneth Blanchard and Spencer Johnson

The One Minute Manager

By:

Millions of managers from Fortune 500 companies and small business nationwide have used The One Minute Manager's methods for more than 20 years. This has helped them increase their productivity, job satisfaction, personal and professional relationships, and in turn, increased …

Megatrends by John Naisbitt

Megatrends

By:

Megatrends: 10 New Directions that Transform Our Lives

March 23, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 23, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Godzilla

Godzilla

Platform: Commodore 64

Genre: Strategy game

Major Havoc

Major Havoc

Platform: Arcade

Publisher: Atari

Atic Atac

Atic Atac

Platform: ZX Spectrum BBC Micro

Genre: Arcade adventure Maze

Publisher: Ultimate Play The Game

Knights of the Desert

Knights of the Desert

Platform: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore 64, DOS, TRS-80

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: Strategic Simulations, Inc.

Alpha Beam with Ernie

Alpha Beam with Ernie

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Edutainment

history

Who was the US President on March 23, 1983?

On March 23, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 23, 1983?

On March 23, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 23, 1983?

On March 23, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 23rd?

March 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of March. 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 March 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian democratic forces announces the capture of isil's last territory in syria.
  • 2018 - Aftermath from the 2017 parsons green bombing: ahmed hassan mohammed ali, a terrorist convict, is being held for life in london on one count each of attempted murder and causing an explosive with intent to endanger lives. before he can be paroled, he will need to serve 34 years.
  • 2017 -

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What happened in 1983?

1983 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
  • Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
  • Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal

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What was the calendar for March 1983?

March 1983 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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Wednesday March 23, 1983