Saturday October 01, 1988
US date format: 10/1/1988, UK date format: 1/10/1988
It was Saturday, under the sign of Libra (see birth chart on October 1, 1988). The US president was Ronald Reagan (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative), Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Cariba Heine .
In that special week of October people in US were listening to Don't Worry Be Happy (Edit) by Bobby McFerrin.
In UK One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston was in the top 5 hits.
Gorillas in the Mist, directed by Michael Apted, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1988
while Demon Lord Of Karanda by David Eddings was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Starting from Scratch.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing The Legend of Blacksilver or F/A-18 Interceptor.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
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Historical Events
Which were the important events of October 01, 1988?
Holidays
- Singapore - Children's Day
- Also see October 1 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- World Vegetarian Day
- French Republican Calendar - Cuve (Barrel) Day, tenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
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Events
- Bradley Center in Milwaukee opens
- Robert Englund, actor who plays Freddie Kruger weds Nancy Booth
- Lowest batting average for National League champion (Tony Gwynn .313).
- Mikhail Gorbachev is named head of the Supreme Soviet.
Famous Birthday
- Cariba Heine: Australian actress.
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Gorillas in the Mist
Directed by: Michael Apted
Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Bryan Brown, Julie Harris, John Omirah Miluwi
Alien Nation
Directed by: Graham Baker
Starring: James Caan, Mandy Patinkin, Terence Stamp, Kevyn Major Howard
Clara's Heart
Directed by: Robert Mulligan
Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Michael Ontkean, Kathleen Quinlan, Neil Patrick Harris
Bloodstone
Directed by: Dwight H. Little
Starring: Brett Stimely, Rajinikanth, Anna Nicholas, Charlie Brill
Cinema Paradiso
Directed by: Giuseppe Tornatore
Starring: Philippe Noiret, Enzo Cannavale, Antonella Attili, Isa Danieli
Country: United States of America
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Music charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of October 01, 1988?
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Top #10 songs in the USA
- Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry Be Happy (Edit)
- Def Leppard - Love Bites
- Taylor Dayne - I'll Always Love You
- Peter Cetera - One Good Woman
- UB40 - Red Red Wine '88
- Cheap Trick - Don't Be Cruel
- Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine
- Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Hate Myself For Loving You
- Robert Palmer - Simply Irresistible
- Information Society - What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)
Top #5 songs in the UK
Top #10 R&B songs
- Levert - Addicted To You
- Jeffrey Osborne - She's On The Left
- Bobby Brown - My Prerogative
- Teddy Pendergrass - 2 A.M.
- Tony Toni Tone - Born Not To Know
- Karyn White - The Way You Love Me
- Sade - Nothing Can Come Between Us
- Evelyn "Champagne" King - Hold On To What You've Got
- D.J. Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - A Nightmare On My Street
- Pebbles - Take Your Time
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TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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Starting from Scratch
Directed by: James Huang
Scruples
Directed by: Alan J. Levi
First Impressions
Directed by: Eric Shapiro
Luv Kush
Directed by: Jay Sreesivan
Mahabharat
Starring: Arun Bakshi, Pramod Kumar, Aloka Mukerjee, Virendra Razdan
Country: India
Days to next October 01
If October 01, 1988 is your birthday you're 31 years, 11 months, 28 days old and you'll celebrate your next birthday in 2 days.
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in October 1988?
- LIFE: Sigourney Weaver With Gorilla
- Time: Inset: - warning flags for Hurricane Gilbert.
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.9137
- RollingStone: 100 Greatest Singles
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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Demon Lord Of Karanda
By: David Eddings
In an adventurous sequel to THE MALLOREAN, David Eddings tells the story of King Garion's abducted infant son and his efforts to save him.
Alaska
By: James A. Michener
In this sweeping epic of the northernmost American frontier, James A. Michener guides us through Alaska’s fierce terrain and history, from the long-forgotten past to the bustling present.
The Aviators
By: W. E. B. Griffin
It is 1964. The Vietnam War has begun to escalate, its new style of battle demanding new weapons and tactics, and men who can use them.
Thriving On Chaos
By: Tom Peters
The national bestseller that offers prescriptions for an economic world turned upside down. A New York Times bestseller for eleven months.
Breathing Lessons
By: Anne Tyler
Maggie and Ira Moran have been married for twenty-eight years–and it shows: in their quarrels, in their routines, in their ability to tolerate with affection each other’s eccentricities.
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
The Legend of Blacksilver
F/A-18 Interceptor
Bio Miracle Bokutte Upa
Earthlight
Amiga Soccer
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 the day of the week was Saturday.
What zodiac sign is October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 the zodiac sign was Libra.
Who was the US President on October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on October 01, 1988?
On October 01, 1988 several famous people were born including, Cariba Heine.
What was the number one song in October 01, 1988?
The number one song in the week of October 01, 1988 was Don't Worry Be Happy (Edit) by Bobby McFerrin in US and One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston in UK.
What were the top hits on October 01, 1988?
The top hits on October 01, 1988 were Don't Worry Be Happy (Edit) by Bobby McFerrin, Love Bites by Def Leppard, I'll Always Love You by Taylor Dayne in US and One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston, Desire by U2, He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother by The Hollies in UK.
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