Thursday August 08, 1991: on this day

August 08, 1991 was the 220th day of the year 1991, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 08, 1991 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 08, 1991, who was born and died on August 08, 1991, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 08, 1991, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Everything I Do) I Do It For You by Bryan Adams), movies (e.g. Mediterraneo, directed by Gabriele Salvatores), TV series (e.g. Luv Und Lee) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 8th, 1991 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 08, 1991?


August 08, 1991 was a Thursday and it was the 220th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 1991 can also be written as 8/8/1991 in the US and as 8/8/1991 in UK and Europe.

August 08, 1991 in August 1991 calendar

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August 08, 1991: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 08, 1991:

  • Billy preston charged with exhibiting porno to a minor
  • Carlos santana pleads no contest to marijuana possession charge
  • Gary oldman, actor (state of grace), arrested for drunk driving
  • With two months left, white sox set new home attendance
  • The warsaw radio mast, the tallest construction ever built at the time, collapses.

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August 08, 1991: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th 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 08, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on August 8th, 1991 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 08, 1991: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 08, 1991 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 1991 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 08, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:59 am and setting at 07:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1991 while the next full moon would come on Aug 25, 1991.

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Who was born on August 08, 1991?


Famous people born on August 08, 1991:

  • Joël Matip

    Cameroonian footballer.

  • Dezman Moses

    Dezman Moses is a former American football linebacker who played in the National Football League.

  • Nélson Oliveira

    Portuguese footballer.

  • Yandy Díaz

    Cuban baseball player.

  • Tyrone Peachey

    Australian rugby league player.

  • Mike Trout

    Athlete.

  • Nélson Miguel Castro Oliveira
  • Marta Corredera

Whose famous birthday is on August 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 8th:

  • Faye Wong
    Faye Wong

    Faye wong is a chinese singer and actress known for her ethereal voice and influential presence in the chinese music industry.

  • Peyton List
    Peyton List

    Peyton list is an american actress known for her roles in the disney channel series jessie and the film diary of a wimpy kid: rodrick rules.

  • Dustin Hoffman
    Dustin Hoffman

    American actor who created some of the most memorable characters in cinema history, winning two oscars, five oscar nominations and an emmy...

  • Robin Quivers
    Robin Quivers

    American radio personality, author, and co-host of howard sternaeur (tm), the nationally syndicated radio show and cable tv show.

  • Esther Williams
    Esther Williams

    American actress and swimmer, who became a swimming champion and became a leading lady in aquatic extravaganzas during the '50s, '60s and...

  • Keith Carradine
    Keith Carradine

    American actor from a theatre family.

  • Rory Calhoun
    Rory Calhoun

    American actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".

  • Roger Penrose
    Roger Penrose

    Mathematician and english physicist.

  • Katie Leung
    Katie Leung

    Katie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series.

  • Rena Mero
    Rena Mero

    American wrestler.

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August 08, 1991: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 32 years 7 months old,

or 391 months and 21 days old,

or 1703 weeks and 1 day old,

or 11922 days old,

if you were born on August 08, 1991.

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 08, 1991?

There are 132 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 08, 1991.

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August 08, 1991: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 08, 1991:

  • James Irwin

    American astronaut who graduated in 1951 from the u.s.

  • Elvira Bach

    Acclaimed soprano known for her powerful voice.

  • John Brasser

    Zaans resistance fighter (white ko).

  • Magdalena G Schenk

    Historical (vorstenhuizen of our time).

  • Julissa Gomez

    American gymnast (born 1972).

What famous deaths happened on August 8th?

Famous deaths on August 8th:

  • Louise Brooks
    Louise Brooks

    Iconic silent film actress known for her bob haircut and roles in Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Olivia Newton-John
    Olivia Newton-John

    An american singer, born in australia.

  • Karen Black
    Karen Black

    American actress, who was ten years old when she had her first stage experience.

  • Glen Campbell
    Glen Campbell

    American country and western singer, recording artist, and actor in tv and film.

  • Barbara Bel Geddes
    Barbara Bel Geddes

    Nyc, new york -- actress.

  • Fay Wray
    Fay Wray

    Fay Wray was a renowned actress best known for her role in the classic film 'King Kong'.

  • Richard Deacon
    Richard Deacon

    American actor and singer (d.1984).

  • Alan Napier
    Alan Napier

    American actor, alfred the butler on batman, at 85 years old (born 1903).

  • Ilse Werner
    Ilse Werner

    Actress and singer from the netherlands, german (d. 2005).

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August 08, 1991: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 08, 1991:

  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least ? saints: St. Dominic de Guzman, priest, (1170-1221).
  • Sweden - Namesday of Queen Silvia, an Official Flag Day.
  • Taiwan: Father's Day. (In Mandarin, Ba Ba means father and 8-8, or August 8).
  • St. Hormisdas
  • St. Smaragdus (and companions)
  • St. Largus
  • St. Cyriacus
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August 08, 1991: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 08, 1991 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 5th and August 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 08, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1991 was (Everything I Do) I Do It For You by Bryan Adams, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

August 08, 1991: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 08, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Everything I Do) I Do It For You
  2. - P.A.S.S.I.O.N.
  3. - Every Heartbeat
  4. - Summertime
  5. - It Ain't Over Til It's Over

August 08, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1991 was (Everything I Do) I Do It For You by Bryan Adams, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

August 08, 1991: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 08, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Everything I Do) I Do It For You
  2. - I'm Too Sexy youtube
  3. - More Than Words
  4. - Move Any Mountain
  5. - Now That We've Found Love

August 08, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1991 was I Can't Wait Another Minute by Hi-Five, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

August 08, 1991: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 08, 1991 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Can't Wait Another Minute
  2. - Summertime
  3. - Optimistic
  4. - Can You Stop The Rain
  5. - Men

August 08, 1991: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 08, 1991 was Todo Todo Todo by Daniela Romo, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

August 08, 1991: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 08, 1991 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Todo Todo Todo
  2. - Fiesta
  3. - Dejame Llorar
  4. - Cosas Del Amor
  5. - Mesita De Noche

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August 08, 1991: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 08, 1991 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mediterraneo

Mediterraneo

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Gabriele Salvatores

Starring: Gabriele Salvatores, Diego Abatantuono, Claudio Bigagli, Giuseppe Cederna, Claudio Bisio, Gigio Alberti, Vanna Barba, Ugo Conti, Antonio Catania, Irene Grazioli, Luigi Montini, Vasco Mirandola

Country: Italy

Showdown in Little Tokyo

Showdown in Little Tokyo

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Mark L. Lester

Starring: Dolph Lundgren, Brandon Lee, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Tia Carrere

Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man

Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Simon Wincer

Starring: Mickey Rourke, Don Johnson, Chelsea Field, Daniel Baldwin

Defenseless

Defenseless

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Martin Campbell

Starring: Barbara Hershey, Sam Shepard, Mary Beth Hurt, J.T. Walsh

Lucky Luke

Lucky Luke

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Terence Hill

Starring: Terence Hill, Dominic Barto, Ron Carey, Nancy Morgan, Fritz Sperberg, Sonny Trinidad, Neil Summers, Mark Hardwick, Bo Gray, Adam Taylor (II)

Country: Italy

August 08, 1991: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 08, 1991 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Luv und Lee

Luv und Lee

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Hans-Joachim Hildebrandt

The Hidden Room

The Hidden Room

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Sinister Cinema

August 08, 1991: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 08, 1991 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Commanders by Bob Woodward

The Commanders

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It is impossible for anyone to look at any part of the War on Terrorism in the Twenty-First Century without seeing the hand Dick Cheney, Colin Powell, or one of their loyalists.

Parliament Of Whores by P. J. O'Rourke

Parliament Of Whores

By:

P. J. O'Rourke's savagely humorous and national bestseller Parliament of Whores is a classic for understanding the inner workings of Washington.

As The Crow Flies by Jeffrey Archer

As The Crow Flies

By:

Charlie Trumper grew up in East End London's slums and dreams of one day running his grandfather’s vegetable and fruit barrow.

The Kitchen God'S Wife by Amy Tan

The Kitchen God'S Wife

By:

Helen and Winnie have shared their worst secrets for over fifty years. Helen is now convinced she is dying and wants to reveal everything.

Outer Banks by Anne Rivers Siddons

Outer Banks

By:

Another southern gothic twister by Siddons - though this time, the author edged into the emotionally honest territory, like a Gail Godwin.

August 08, 1991: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 08, 1991 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

England Championship Special

England Championship Special

Genre: Sports

Championship Rally (1991 video game)

Championship Rally (1991 video game)

Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System,

Genre: Racing

Eye of the Beholder II: The Legend of Darkmoon

Eye of the Beholder II: The Legend of Darkmoon

Platform: DOS, Amiga, FM-Towns, PC-98

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Strategic Simulations, Inc. Cybille (FM Towns) Capcom (PC-98)

Bulls vs Lakers and the NBA Playoffs

Bulls vs Lakers and the NBA Playoffs

Platform: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis

Genre: Traditional basketball simulation

Publisher: Electronic Arts

HeroQuest

HeroQuest

Platform: DOS, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Turn-based tactics

Publisher: Gremlin Interactive

history

Who was the US President on August 08, 1991?

On August 08, 1991 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1991?

On August 08, 1991 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 08, 1991?

On August 08, 1991 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 8th?

August 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:

  • 2018 - Academy awards: academy of motion picture arts and sciences announces changes to the oscars. this includes a shorter ceremony and a category called "most popular film".
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi. the pentagon is looking into conducting airstrikes on marawi. if approved, this would allow the united states to send troops into the area to fight the isis-affiliated maute and other islamist terror groups. later, a spokesperson denied the claims and clarified that the philippines had not requested such an airstrike.
  • 2016 - 2016 ethiopian protests. more than 50 protesters were killed by ethiopian security force forces in the past few days. the government blocked internet access and restricted journalistic access to the country.

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What happened in 1991?

1991 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Afghanistan / Pakistan hit by earthquake, 1,200 die
  • US Air and Skywest Fairchild jet collide at LA Airport killing 32
  • New Dutch Regulations Traffic rules and Traffic signs enforced

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What was the calendar for August 1991?

August 1991 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.

Discover how August 1991 calendar looked like.

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