Wednesday February 08, 1989: on this day

February 08, 1989 was the 39th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 08, 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 February 08, 1989, who was born and died on February 08, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 08, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Straight Up by Paula Abdul), movies (e.g. The 'Burbs, directed by Joe Dante), TV series (e.g. The Bottom Line) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 8th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 08, 1989?


February 08, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 39th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 1989 can also be written as 2/8/1989 in the US and as 8/2/1989 in UK and Europe.

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February 08, 1989: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 08, 1989:

  • 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of los angeles
  • Jockey chris antley begins record of 64 consecutive winning days
  • Us boeing 707 crashes into santa maria mountain, 145 die.
  • Independent air flight 1851 strikes pico alto mountain while on approach to santa maria airport, killing all 144 passengers on board.[71]

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February 08, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 08, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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February 08, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 08, 1989 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 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 February 08, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 08:13 am and setting at 09:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 21, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Feb 20, 1989.

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Who was born on February 08, 1989?


Famous people born on February 08, 1989:

  • Chai Romruen

    Chai romruen is an australian tv actor known for his role as zac blakely in the tv series mako: island of secrets.

  • Dani Harmer

    British actress and children's book author.

  • Jeffrey Henderson

    American track and field athlete known for winning the gold medal in the long jump at the 2016 Olympics.

  • Julio Jones

    Julio Jones is a professional football player known for his exceptional skills as a wide receiver.

  • Zac Guildford

    New zealand rugby player[264].

  • JaJuan Johnson

    American basketball player.

  • Courtney Vandersloot

    American basketball player.

  • Bronte Barratt

Whose famous birthday is on February 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 8th:

  • James Dean
    James Dean

    American actor.

  • Gary Coleman
    Gary Coleman

    Gary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.

  • Mathilda May
    Mathilda May

    French actress, daughter to victor haim (greekturkish playwright) and margareta hanson (swedish ballet teacher).

  • Lana Turner
    Lana Turner

    American actress, onscreen since 1937.

  • Nick Nolte
    Nick Nolte

    American actor.

  • Jack Lemmon
    Jack Lemmon

    American actor.

  • Mary Steenburgen
    Mary Steenburgen

    Mary steenburgen is an american actress known for her roles in movies suchjson as 'back to the future part iii' and 'step brothers'.

  • Seth Green
    Seth Green

    Seth green is a well-known american actor and comedian, best known for his roles in the austin powers films and as the creator of the tv...

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Paul Wight
    Paul Wight

    American professional wrestler.

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February 08, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 1 month old,

or 421 months and 20 days old,

or 1833 weeks and 1 day old,

or 12832 days old,

if you were born on February 08, 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 February 08, 1989?

There are 317 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 8th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 08, 1989.

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February 08, 1989: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 08, 1989:

  • Maurits Kok

    Dutch poet / writer (railroad strike), is killed at 81.

What famous deaths happened on February 8th?

Famous deaths on February 8th:

  • Robert Conrad
    Robert Conrad

    American actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.

  • Del Shannon
    Del Shannon

    American singer and songwriter.

  • George Dolenz
    George Dolenz

    American actor, father to micky dolenz (born in 1908).

  • Jmarion Henderson

    Nobel Prize-winning chemist for research on the dynamics of chemical reactions.

  • Zacharius Janssen

    Invented the first compound microscope.

  • Cem Karaca

    Renowned Turkish rock musician and composer.

  • Halvor Laxness

    Icelandic writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1955.

  • Margaruite Pindling

    First Lady of the Bahamas and wife of Sir Lynden Pindling, the first Prime Minister of the Bahamas.

  • Alveria Spina

    Italian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Izzabell Murdoch

    Izzabell Murdoch was an Irish-British novelist and philosopher, known for her complex and philosophical novels.

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February 08, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 08, 1989:

  • Nirvana Day - an annual Buddhist festival.
  • Slovenia - Pre?eren Day, the Slovenian cultural holiday.
  • Boy Scouts of America - Scout Sunday; The Sunday preceding February 8 is designated as Scout Sunday and the following Saturday is designated as Scout Sabbath.

Saints celebrated on February 08, 1989:

  • Saint Jerome Emiliani.
  • Saint Juventius
  • Saint Mengold of Huy
  • Saint Jacoba (d.1239)
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February 08, 1989: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 08, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 6th and February 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1989 was Straight Up by Paula Abdul, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Straight Up youtube
  2. - When I'm With You
  3. - Wild Thing
  4. - Born To Be My Baby
  5. - When The Children Cry

February 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 08, 1989 was Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart by Marc Almond featuring Gene Pitney, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart
  2. - Belfast Child
  3. - The Living Years
  4. - Love Changes Everything
  5. - Love Train

February 08, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 1989 was Can You Stand The Rain by New Edition, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 08, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can You Stand The Rain
  2. - This Time
  3. - She Won't Talk To Me
  4. - So Good
  5. - Wild Thing

February 08, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 08, 1989 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 08, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Como Tu Mujer
  2. - HOMBRES AL BORDE DE UN ATAQUE DE CELOS
  3. - Aprendere
  4. - Asi Fue
  5. - UN TIEMPO PARA NOSOTROS

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February 08, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 08, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The 'Burbs

The 'Burbs

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Joe Dante

Starring: Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher, Corey Feldman

Country: United States of America

Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Stephen Herek

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, George Carlin, Terry Camilleri

Country: United States of America

True Believer

True Believer

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Joseph Ruben

Starring: James Woods, Robert Downey Jr., Margaret Colin, Yuji Okumoto

Francesco

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

The Mighty Quinn

The Mighty Quinn

Release year: 1989

Directed by: Carl Schenkel

Starring: Denzel Washington, Robert Townsend, James Fox, Mimi Rogers

February 08, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 08, 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:

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Tom Rulon

Fauji

Fauji

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Col. Kapoor

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan

Country: India

Just Say Julie

Just Say Julie

Release year: 1989

Starring: Celia J. Arden, Julie Brown, Paul Brown, Ned Gill

Country: United States of America

B.L. Stryker

B.L. Stryker

Release year: 1989

Country: United States of America

February 08, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 08, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

One by Richard Bach

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To be the person I am today, I gave my life. Was it worth it

Legends, Lies, And Cherished Myths Of American History by Richard Shenkman

Legends, Lies, And Cherished Myths Of American History

By:

The truth, nothing but the truth--Richard Shenkman sheds some light on America's most cherished legends. Washington Irving invented the story of Columbus discovering that the world is round.

Gracie by George Burns

Gracie

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"SAY GOODNIGHT GRACIE ..." George Burns, Gracie Allen said goodbye to their loyal audiences at each broadcast throughout the Golden Age.

A Brief History Of Time by Stephen W. Hawking

A Brief History Of Time

By:

Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.

Rivals by Janet Dailey

Rivals

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Flame Morgan, a high-ranking VP at a San Francisco advertising agency, is immediately attracted to Chance Stuart who is a powerful, wealthy land developer.

February 08, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 08, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

AmeriDarts

AmeriDarts

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Sports game

Publisher: Ameri

Double Dunk

Double Dunk

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Traditional basketball simulation

Publisher: Atari

Double Dunk

Double Dunk

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Traditional basketball simulation

Publisher: Atari

Drakkhen

Drakkhen

Platform: Amiga, Atari ST, DOS, SNES, PC-98, FM Towns Marty, Sharp X68000

Genre: Role-playing game

Publisher: Infogrames

Bandai Golf: Challenge Pebble Beach

Bandai Golf: Challenge Pebble Beach

Platform: NES

Genre: Traditional golf simulation[1]

Publisher: Bandai

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Who was the US President on February 08, 1989?

On February 08, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1989?

On February 08, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 08, 1989?

On February 08, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 8th?

February 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of February. 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 February 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018-19 north american winter: jay inslee, washington governor, declares a state of emergency as a winter storm could bring snowfalls of up to 20 cm (20 inches) to the state.
  • 2018 - American-led intervention in syria's civil war: syria and russia have stated that the united states' military presence is illegal. about 25% of syria's territory is now under the control of the united states and its allied forces.
  • 2017 - War in donbass - donetsk people's republic commander mikhail tolstykh (also known as his nom de guerre "givi") is killed in a bomb explosion in makiivka in donetsk oblast. officials in the dpr blame the security service of ukraine.

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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 February 1989?

February 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1989 calendar looked like.

Wednesday February 8, 1989