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August 04, 1989 was the 216th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 04, 1989 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 04, 1989, who was born and died on August 04, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 04, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Batdance by Prince), movies (e.g. The Abyss, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Split Ends) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 4th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 04, 1989?
- August 04, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 04, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 04, 1989?
- August 04, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 04, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- August 04, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 04, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- August 04, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 04, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 04, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 04, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 04, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on August 04, 1989?
What day of the week was August 04, 1989?
August 04, 1989 was a Friday and it was the 216th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 04, 1989 can also be written as 8/4/1989 in the US and as 4/8/1989 in UK and Europe.
August 04, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 4th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 04, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 04, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 4th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 04, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 04, 1989 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 04, 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 August 04, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 08:51 am and setting at 09:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Aug 17, 1989.
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Who was born on August 04, 1989?
Famous people born on August 04, 1989:
- Eldar Gasimov
Eldar Gasimov is an Azerbaijani singer who won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2011 as part of the duo Ell/Nikki.
- Jessica Mauboy
Australian singer-songwriter and actress.
- Tomasz Kaczor
Polish sprint canoeist.
- Wang Hao
Chinese chess player.
- Wang Hao (chess player)
- Martha McCabe
- Myriam Kloster
- Vaggelīs Sakellariou
- Afrim Taku
- Kazunari Ōno
- Taylor Brown
- Saša Babić
- Dajana Cahill
- Māra Grīva
- Aleksandar Jovanović
- Yōsuke Kawai
- Fabiana da Silva Simões
Whose famous birthday is on August 4th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 4th:
![Barack Obama]()
Barack ObamaAmerican president elected in 2008.
![Meghan Markle]()
Meghan MarkleMeghan markle is a former american actress who became the duchess of sussex after marrying prince harry in 2018.
![Cole Sprouse]()
Cole SprouseCole sprouse is an american actor known for his role as jughead jones on the tv show riverdale.
![Dylan Sprouse]()
Dylan SprouseDylan sprouse is an american actor known for his role as zack martin on the disney channel series the suite life of zack & cody.
![Dolores del Rio]()
Dolores del RioDolores del rio was a mexican actress known for her beauty and talent, and for being one of the first latin american actresses to achieve...
![Billy Bob Thornton]()
Billy Bob ThorntonBilly bob thornton is an american actor, filmmaker, and musician known for his roles in films such as sling blade and monster's ball.
![Louis Armstrong]()
Louis ArmstrongAmerican jazz trumpeter.
![Daniel Dae Kim]()
Daniel Dae KimDaniel dae kim is an american actor known for his roles in tv series such as lost and hawaii five-0.
![Marques Houston]()
Marques HoustonMarques houston is an american actor and r&b singer, best known for his role as roger evans in the television show sister, sister and for...
![Kishore Kumar]()
Kishore KumarIndian singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director (b. 1929).
August 04, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 8 months old,
or 416 months and 15 days old,
or 1811 weeks
or 12677 days old,
if you were born on August 04, 1989.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 August 04, 1989?
There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 4th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 04, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 04, 1989.
August 04, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 04, 1989:
- Hope Babette
Hope Babette was a pioneering chemist known for her work on the structure of penicillin.
- Paolo Baffi
- Maurice Colbourne
- Giovanni Allegra
- William Wallace Smith
- Felice Musazzi
- Paul Murry
What famous deaths happened on August 4th?
Famous deaths on August 4th:
![Pearl White]()
Pearl WhitePearl white was an american silent film actress best known for her work in serial films, particularly in 'the perils of pauline'.
![Victor Mature]()
Victor MatureAmerican actor.
![Melvyn Douglas]()
Melvyn DouglasMelvyn Douglas was a talented actor known for his roles in film and television.
![Mary Miles Minter]()
Mary Miles MinterSilent screen star dies of heart failure at the age of 82.
- Hanz Christian Andersen
Famous Danish author best known for his fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling.
- Elysian Kistler
Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies and dark matter.
- Zee Zeev Jabotinsky
Prominent Zionist leader and founder of the Revisionist Zionist movement.
- Frimy D'Orsay
French painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 4th
August 04, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 04, 1989:
- Ancient Egypt - Jubilation of the Heart of Re
- El Salvador - Transfiguration Bank Holiday
- Cook Islands - Constitution Day (celebrations begin on the last Friday in July and last up to 2 weeks.)
- Burkina Faso - Anniversary of the Revolution
- St. Luanus/Lugid
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of priests
- St. Dominic
August 04, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 04, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 31st and August 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 04, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 04, 1989 was Batdance by Prince, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 04, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 04, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Prince - Batdance
- Bobby Brown - On Our Own
- Love and Rockets - So Alive
- Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
- Martika - Toy Soldiers
August 04, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 04, 1989 was Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 04, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 04, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
- Kylie Minogue - Wouldn't Change A Thing
- Lil' Louis - French Kiss
- Alice Cooper - Poison
- Martika - Toy Soldiers
August 04, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 04, 1989 was On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II") by Bobby Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 04, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 04, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Bobby Brown - On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II")
- Prince - Batdance (From "Batman")
- Kool Moe Dee - They Want Money
- Stephanie Mills - Something In The Way (You Make Me Feel)
- The System - Midnight Special
August 04, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 04, 1989 was BAILA MI RUMBA by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 04, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 04, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - BAILA MI RUMBA
- Luis Miguel - La Incondicional
- Franco de Vita - Te Amo
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
- Roberto Carlos/Vicente Fernandez - Aunque mal paguen ellas
August 04, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 04, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Abyss
Release year: 1989
Directed by: James Cameron
Starring: Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester
Country: United States of America
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
Skinheads
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Greydon Clark
Starring: Chuck Connors, Barbara Bain, Jason Culp, Brian Brophy
Parenthood
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Ron Howard
Starring: Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards
Country: United States of America
August 04, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 04, 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:
Split Ends
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Dorothy Lyman
Tierparkgeschichten
Release year: 1989
Nightmare Classics
Release year: 1989
Country: United States of America
August 04, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 04, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Russia House
By: John le Carré
John le Carre is a world-renowned spy novelist, with The Russia House being a classic. With critical knowledge, navigate readers through the shadows of international spying.
The Good Times
By: Russell Baker
"Choice...superb...even more riveting than the author last, which won a Pulitzer...hilarious as well as heartbreaking...When you put this book down you will feel privileged to have gotten to know, intimately, a
Red Phoenix
By: Larry Bond
After a string of student riots in Seoul ends, the U.S. Congress quickly passes a bill calling for the withdrawal of all American troops from South Korea.
Talking God
By: Tony Hillerman
Reunited by a grave robber, Navajo Tribal Police Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and a corpse are trying to determine the identity a murder victim while Officer Jim Chee is incarcerating Smithsonian
All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten
By: Robert Fulghum
Robert Fulghum published a simple credo twenty-five years ago. It became the #1 New York Times bestseller, All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten.
August 04, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 04, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Eye of Horus
Escape From The Planet Of The Robot Monsters
After The War
The Final Fantasy Legend
Dungeon Explorer
Who was the US President on August 04, 1989?
On August 04, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1989?
On August 04, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 04, 1989?
On August 04, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 4th?
August 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th day of the month of August. 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 August 4th, such as:
- 2018 - Drone explosions in caracas: venezuela's president nicolas maduro survived an assassination attempt using drones while he was speaking at a military event held in caracas. eight people are hurt.
- 2017 - Danish royal consorts: denmark’s prince henrik has announced that he will not be buried alongside queen margrethe ii at roskilde cathedral, where danish royals are buried since 1559. henrik, a french-born 83-year old, is unhappy with his inequal status as prince consort. according to a spokeswoman for the royal house, margrethe, 77, accepted henrik's decision. margrethe had a specially-designed sarcophagus that was made for them.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: at most 40 government airstrikes hit rebel-held areas in aleppo city, and nearby towns. at least two people were killed by the strikes, which included one on an atareb camp for displaced persons, south-west aleppo. (the national) jan egeland, a un special envoy to syria says there were 44 attacks against hospitals, clinics, and health posts in syria during july alone.
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 August 1989?
August 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
