Friday January 01, 1988: on this day

January 01, 1988 was the 1st day of the year 1988, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 01, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 01, 1988, who was born and died on January 01, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 1988, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Top Line, directed by Nello Rossati), TV series (e.g. Fauji) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 1988?


January 01, 1988 was a Friday and it was the 1st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1988 can also be written as 1/1/1988 in the US and as 1/1/1988 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1988 in January 1988 calendar

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January 01, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 1988:

  • Year of the reader begins
  • Leo steiner, new york carnegie deli's owner, dies.
  • Miami beats oklahoma for college football championship.

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January 01, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 1988 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1988 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 January 01, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 02:19 pm and setting at 06:30 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 05, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jan 04, 1988.

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Who was born on January 01, 1988?


Famous people born on January 01, 1988:

  • Tarini

    Indian sailor who became the first woman to circumnavigate the globe solo.

  • Eloni Vunakece

    Professional rugby league player known for his powerful playing style.

  • Azadeh Nemati

    Azadeh Nemati is an Iranian Paralympic athlete who has won multiple gold medals in powerlifting.

  • Doaa Eladl

    Renowned Egyptian cartoonist known for her satirical and thought-provoking work.

  • Madelline Gannon

    Known for her work in human-robot interaction.

  • Deina Abdelwahed

    Tunisian electronic music producer and DJ.

  • Aylin Caliskan

    Known for her work in algorithmic fairness and machine learning ethics.

  • Naz Aletaha

    Co-founder of Women in Games and instrumental in promoting diversity in the gaming industry.

  • Hadas Gold

    Hadas Gold is an American journalist who works as a media and politics reporter for CNN.

  • Najat El Harch

    Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder for the Moroccan national team.

  • Duong Vu

    Duong Vu is a Vietnamese soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Hoàng Anh Gia Lai in the V.League 1..

  • Fatemah Radjabian

    Fatemah Radjabian is an Iranian taekwondo athlete who has won multiple medals in international competitions.

  • Arianna Simpson

    Founder and Managing Director of Autonomous Partners.

  • Safiyya Amira Shaikh

    Safiyya Amira Shaikh is a British journalist and broadcaster who has worked for the BBC.

  • Nkechi Okafor

    Nkechi Okafor is a Nigerian-American actress known for her roles in television shows and films.

  • Areg Kirakosyan

    Areg Kirakosyan is an Armenian wrestler who has won multiple international championships.

  • Alazar Tamrat

    Alazar Tamrat is an Ethiopian track and field athlete who specializes in long-distance running.

  • Chinenye Nnebe

    Chinenye Nnebe is a Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films.

  • Shawniece Jackson

    Shawniece Jackson is an American entrepreneur who founded a successful beauty and wellness company.

  • Naif Al-Mutairi

    Naif Al-Mutairi is a Kuwaiti football player who plays as a midfielder for Al-Arabi SC.

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

  • Jonas Armstrong
    Jonas Armstrong

    An english actor of irish descent, he is best known for his appearances in television in the united kingdom.

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January 01, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 36 years 2 months old,

or 434 months and 28 days old,

or 1891 weeks

or 13237 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 1988.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1988?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 01, 1988.

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January 01, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 1988:

  • Kinser Kinser

    Legendary sprint car driver known for his dominance in the sport.

  • Cleto Reyes

    Cleto Reyes was a Mexican boxing equipment manufacturer who designed the Reyes boxing glove, which became one of the most popular gloves...

  • Maikol Yordan

    Cuban actor known for his roles in classic Hollywood films.

  • Mizraim Leviant

    Renowned author known for his literary works.

  • Florestine Perrault Collins

    Florestine Perrault Collins was an American entrepreneur who founded one of the first African-American-owned beauty supply companies in the...

  • Franciszek Zwierzyński

    Polish mathematician known for his work in functional analysis.

  • Denman Oppenheimer

    Denman Oppenheimer was an American composer known for his film and television scores.

  • Fern Hawley

    Fern Hawley was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for social welfare programs.

  • Clementine Hunter

    A self-taught folk artist known for her vibrant paintings depicting life in rural Louisiana.

  • Costas Taktsis

    Greek novelist and playwright recognized for his contributions to modern Greek literature.

  • Delfino Ortega

    Mexican painter known for his murals and contributions to the Mexican muralism movement.

  • Iven Lourie

    American author known for his works in the field of literature.

  • Morty Schaja

    Morty Schaja was a successful boxer known for his agility and speed in the ring.

  • Edythe Morahan de Lauzon

    Canadian author known for her novels and short stories.

  • Allyn K. Abbott

    American journalist known for his work in investigative reporting.

  • Kennard Kennedy

    Kennard Kennedy was a physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Alvina Alvina

    Alvina Alvina was a pioneering mathematician known for her work in algebraic geometry.

  • Elnora Daniel

    Elnora Daniel was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for social justice and civil rights.

  • Ludwika Szczawińska

    She was a Polish politician and activist who fought for women's rights and participated in the Polish Underground State during World War II.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

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January 01, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Top Line

Top Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Nello Rossati

Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez

Country: Italy

Aenigma

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

Iguana

Iguana

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Monte Hellman

Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso

Country: Italy

War Requiem

War Requiem

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Derek Jarman

Starring: Nathaniel Parker, Tilda Swinton, Laurence Olivier, Patricia Hayes

Touch of Death

Touch of Death

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Brett Halsey, Ria De Simone, Al Cliver, Sacha Darwin

January 01, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Fauji

Fauji

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Col. Kapoor

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan

Country: India

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Tom Rulon

Starting from Scratch

Starting from Scratch

Release year: 1988

Directed by: James Huang

Scruples

Scruples

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Alan J. Levi

First Impressions

First Impressions

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Eric Shapiro

January 01, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 01, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Baal

Baal

Platform: Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS

Genre: Action game, Platform game

Publisher: Psyclapse

Chase H.Q.

Chase H.Q.

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, FM Towns, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Gear, MSX, Master System, Genesis, X68000, Super NES, Famicom, TurboGrafx-16, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Racing, Vehicular combat

Publisher: Taito

Jordan vs. Bird: One on One

Jordan vs. Bird: One on One

Platform: Commodore 64, MS-DOS, Game Boy, Mega Drive/Genesis, NES

Genre: Sports (Basketball)

Publisher: Electronic Arts Milton Bradley (NES)

The Colony

The Colony

Platform: Macintosh, DOS, Amiga

Genre: First-person shooter, Adventure, Puzzle

Publisher: Mindscape

Devastators

Devastators

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shoot 'em up Third-person shooter

Publisher: Konami

history

Who was the US President on January 01, 1988?

On January 01, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 1988?

On January 01, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 1988?

On January 01, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 1st?

January 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of January. 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 January 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

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What happened in 1988?

1988 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
  • John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
  • Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1988?

January 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1988 calendar looked like.

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