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May 05, 1987 was the 125th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 05, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 05, 1987, who was born and died on May 05, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. (I Just) Died In Your Arms by Cutting Crew), movies (e.g. Beverly Hills Cop II, directed by Tony Scott), TV series (e.g. Roxie) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 05, 1987?
- May 05, 1987: What happened on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 05, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 05, 1987?
- May 05, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 05, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- May 05, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 05, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 05, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on May 05, 1987?
What day of the week was May 05, 1987?
May 05, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 05, 1987:
- Congress begins iran-contra hearings
- Detroit tigers are 11 games back in al, but go on to win al east
- Disneyland debuts "disney dollars". mickey mouse and sleeping beauty's castle are on the $1 bill, goofy and the mark twain riverboat are on the $5 bill.
- The assemblies of god defrocks ptl's jim bakker.
- Iran-contra affair: start of congressional televised hearings in the united states of america
May 05, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.
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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 05, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 05, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 05, 1987 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1987 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 May 05, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 11:35 am and setting at 02:36 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1987 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1987.
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Who was born on May 05, 1987?
Famous people born on May 05, 1987:
- Cesc Fabregas
Cesc fabregas is a spanish professional footballer known for his time at arsenal and barcelona, as well as his success with the spanish...
- Jessie Cave
English actress.
- Graham Dorrans
Scottish footballer.
- Erika Fong
Tv actress.
- Don Benjamin
Instagram star.
- Ian Smith
American actor.
- Siim Sellis
Estonian skier.
- Marija Šestić
Bosnian singer.
- Samantha Cope
American actress.
- Ian Michael
Smith; american actor.
- Bérald Crambes
- Colton Yellow Horn
- Hardlife Zvirekwi
- Gennadij Čurilov
- Leslain Baird
- Matthew Brittain
- Ekaterina Bukina
Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:
![Michael Palin]()
Michael PalinBritish actor, comedian, and writer.
![Chris Brown]()
Chris BrownAmerican actor, singer, and dancer.
![Henry Cavill]()
Henry CavillBritish actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.
![Virginie Efira]()
Virginie EfiraBelgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.
![Vincent Kartheiser]()
Vincent KartheiserVincent kartheiser is an american actor known for his role as pete campbell in the television series mad men.
![Tyrone Power]()
Tyrone PowerAmerican actor of third generation.
![Will Arnett]()
Will ArnettWill arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.
![John Rhys-Davies]()
John Rhys-DaviesJohn rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.
![Danielle Fishel]()
Danielle FishelDanielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.
![Lance Henriksen]()
Lance HenriksenLance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.
May 05, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 11 months old,
or 443 months and 13 days old,
or 1928 weeks and 2 days old,
or 13498 days old,
if you were born on May 05, 1987.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 May 05, 1987?
There are 17 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 05, 1987.
May 05, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 05, 1987:
- Werner Buchwalder
- Phil Woolpert
What famous deaths happened on May 5th?
Famous deaths on May 5th:
![John Williams]()
John WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Jean-Claude Pascal]()
Jean-Claude PascalFrench actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.
![Dana Wynter]()
Dana WynterActress german-english (d. 2011).
![Albert Dekker]()
Albert DekkerDeaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.
![Elisabeth Fraser]()
Elisabeth FraserAmerican television, film and stage actress (born 1920).
- Rudolf Schön
Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.
- Garl Kasell
Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...
- Chanceler
Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.
- Marri Shaw
Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.
- Mihail Botvinnik
Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.
May 05, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 05, 1987:
- Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
- Euthymios the Wonderworker
- Barlaam of Serpukhov
- Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
- Eulogios the Confessor
- New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
- Albania: Martyrs' Day.
- Great Martyr Irene
- Roly Poly of Georgia.
- Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).
Observances on May 05, 1987:
- Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
- World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 05, 1987:
- Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
- Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
- Saint Britto
- Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
- Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
- Saint Nicetius
- Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
- Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
- Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
May 05, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 05, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 4th and May 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 05, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1987 was (I Just) Died In Your Arms by Cutting Crew, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.
May 05, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
- Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
- U2 - With Or Without You
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over
May 05, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1987 was Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.
May 05, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
- Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
- Tom Jones - A Boy From Nowhere
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Labi Siffre - (Something Inside) So Strong
May 05, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1987 was There's Nothing Better Than Love by Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.
May 05, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 05, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
- Atlantic Starr - Always
- Smokey Robinson - Just To See Her
- Cameo - Back And Forth
- The System - Don't Disturb This Groove
May 05, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 05, 1987 was En bancarrota by Braulio, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.
May 05, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 05, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Braulio - En bancarrota
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Emmanuel - Es mi mujer
- Veronica Castro - Macumba
- Lorenzo Antonio - Doce rosas
May 05, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 05, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Beverly Hills Cop II
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Tony Scott
Starring: Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, Jürgen Prochnow, Ronny Cox
Country: United States of America
Intervista
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Federico Fellini
Starring: Sergio Rubini, Antonella Ponziani, Maurizio Mein, Paola Liguori
Country: Italy
Dark Age
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Arch Nicholson
Starring: John Jarratt, Nikki Coghill, Max Phipps, Burnham Burnham
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Ernest Goes to Camp
Release year: 1987
Directed by: John R. Cherry III
Starring: Jim Varney, Victoria Racimo, John Vernon, Iron Eyes Cody
May 05, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 05, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Roxie
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Nick Frangione
Albert Schweitzer
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gavin Millar
May 05, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 05, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Winter Hawk
By: Craig Thomas
Softcover; Very Good; Dust Jacket-Very Good. Advanced reading copy, unread and fine shiny wrappers. Slipcase. Mitchell Gant, super pilot infiltrates Russia via helicopter to avoid a global crisis
The Prince Of Tides
By: Pat Conroy
PAT CONROY has written a massive, brazen novel that is both honest and full of drama. This is the story of Tom Wingo, a turbulent man who was gifted at writing. It spans forty years.
Boone
By: T. Boone Pickens Jr
The first printing of the original edition. Neff B224. Pickens was Mesa Petroleum's CEO, and for a while a national figure in the corporate world.
The Eyes Of The Dragon
By: Stephen King
Once Upon a Time there was terror...The Eyes of the DragonA story of archetypal heroes, sweeping adventures, of princes and dragons, this epic fantasy is as Stephen can create.
Texasville
By: Larry McMurtry
Texasville sees Larry McMurtry return to Texasville, the Texas town and characters from his beloved book, The Last Picture Show.
May 05, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 05, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Auf Wiedersehen Monty
American Speedway
Hi no Tori Hououhen
Garfield: Big Fat Hairy Deal
Hi no Tori Hououhen: Gaou no Bouken
Who was the US President on May 05, 1987?
On May 05, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1987?
On May 05, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 05, 1987?
On May 05, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 5th?
May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of May. 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 May 5th, such as:
- 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
- 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
- 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for May 1987?
May 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
