Monday July 08, 1985: on this day

July 08, 1985 was the 189th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Monday.

Is July 08, 1985 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 08, 1985, who was born and died on July 08, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 08, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. A View To A Kill by Duran Duran), movies (e.g. Pee-wee's Big Adventure, directed by Tim Burton), TV series (e.g. Stingray) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 8th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 08, 1985?


July 08, 1985 was a Monday and it was the 189th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 08, 1985 can also be written as 7/8/1985 in the US and as 8/7/1985 in UK and Europe.

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July 08, 1985: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 08, 1985:

  • 99th wimbledon mens tennis: boris becker beats k curren (63 67 76 64)
  • Marge schott becomes ceo of cincinnati red

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July 08, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 8th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 08, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 08, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on July 8th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 08, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 08, 1985 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 08, 1985 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 July 08, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 11:59 pm and setting at 12:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 02, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jul 31, 1985.

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Who was born on July 08, 1985?


Famous people born on July 08, 1985:

  • Desyre Hynes

    Talented singer-songwriter known for her unique style.

  • Quilla Fitzgerald

    Quilla Fitzgerald is a rising star in the music industry, known for her soulful and emotive performances.

  • Deetra Takahashi

    Deetra Takahashi is an oceanographer who has made significant contributions to the understanding of marine ecosystems and the impact of...

  • Latyra Tanaka

    Latyra Tanaka is a renowned neuroscientist who has made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of brain-computer interfaces.

  • Geriann Reyes

    Geriann Reyes is an award-winning journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social justice and environmental issues.

  • Kameela Nguyen

    Kameela Nguyen is an acclaimed documentary photographer known for her powerful social and political work.

  • Shakala Takahashi

    Shakala Takahashi is a journalist known for her in-depth reporting on environmental and technology-related issues.

  • Iviana Tanaka

    Iviana Tanaka is a Japanese politician who has served as a member of the House of Representatives since 2017.

  • Viktoriya Mikhailova

    Viktoriya Mikhailova is a Russian entrepreneur and investor, known for her work in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors.

  • Senita Feyissa

    Senita Feyissa is a neuroscientist who focuses on the study of the human brain and its functions.

  • Pharrah Malik

    Pharrah Malik is a Pakistani diplomat who has worked to promote her country's interests in the international arena.

  • Avereigh Zhao

    Avereigh Zhao is a Chinese politician who has served as a member of the National People's Congress since 2013.

  • Jeda Zhao

    Jeda Zhao is a Chinese ecologist who focuses on the conservation of endangered species.

  • Aqua Emerson

    Aqua Emerson is a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 32nd district.

  • Aylla Tanaka

    Aylla Tanaka is a Japanese politician who has served as a member of the House of Representatives since 2019.

  • Namiah Tanaka

    Namiah Tanaka is a Japanese politician who has been a member of the House of Representatives, the lower house of the National Diet, since...

  • Danira Morales

    Danira Morales is a Mexican geologist who specializes in the study of volcanic processes.

  • Anthem Zhao

    Anthem Zhao is a Chinese politician who has served as a member of the National People's Congress since 2013.

  • Zhana Petrova

    Zhana Petrova is a Macedonian journalist and news anchor.

  • Shamona Nguyen

    Shamona Nguyen is a geneticist who studies the genetic basis of rare diseases.

Whose famous birthday is on July 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 8th:

  • Kevin Bacon
    Kevin Bacon

    Kevin bacon is a well-known american actor, best known for his roles in movies such as footloose and apollo 13.

  • Jaden Smith
    Jaden Smith

    American actor and rapper, known for his roles in films like The Pursuit of Happyness and The Karate Kid.

  • Sophia Bush
    Sophia Bush

    Sophia Bush is an American actress, director, and activist, best known for her role in the TV series One Tree Hill.

  • Wolfgang Puck
    Wolfgang Puck

    Wolfgang puck is an austrian-born celebrity chef known for popularizing california cuisine and pioneering the concept of the celebrity chef.

  • Milo Ventimiglia
    Milo Ventimiglia

    Milo ventimiglia is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as 'gilmore girls' and 'this is us'.

  • Claire Keim
    Claire Keim

    French actress and singer, keim was born to keim, a dentist mother and an architect.

  • Marianne Williamson
    Marianne Williamson

    American inspirational speaker and teacher of a course in miracles.

  • Anjelica Huston
    Anjelica Huston

    American actress of third generation, granddaughter of actor walter huston and daughter of john huston.

  • Michael Weatherly
    Michael Weatherly

    Nyc, new york -- actor.

  • Robert Knepper
    Robert Knepper

    Robert knepper is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as prison break and heroes.

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July 08, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 38 years 9 months old,

or 465 months and 12 days old,

or 2023 weeks and 5 days old,

or 14166 days old,

if you were born on July 08, 1985.

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 July 08, 1985?

There are 79 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday July 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 08, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 08, 1985.

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July 08, 1985: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 08, 1985:

  • Marcele Hugo

    Brazilian writer and journalist known for her contributions to Brazilian literature.

  • Gardner Cowles

    Gardner Cowles was a prominent American publisher and philanthropist.

  • Jean-Paul Le Chanois

    French actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1909).

  • Phil Foster

    Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (frank de fazio-laverne & shirley).

  • Simon Kuznets

    Belarusian-american economist and academic nobel prize laureate (d. 85).

What famous deaths happened on July 8th?

Famous deaths on July 8th:

  • Naya Rivera
    Naya Rivera

    American actress, model and singer (b. 1987).

  • James Franciscus
    James Franciscus

    Actor (mr novak) dies from emphysema aged 57.

  • Tab Hunter
    Tab Hunter

    Tab Hunter was a popular American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Damn Yankees' and 'Battle Cry'.

  • Ernest Borgnine
    Ernest Borgnine

    American actor and tv star whose career spans more than six decades.

  • Dick Sargent
    Dick Sargent

    American actor best known for his role as darrin ii on "bewitched", which he played in 1969.

  • Michael Wilding
    Michael Wilding

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Larry Storch
    Larry Storch

    American actor and comedian[124](d. 2022).

  • Brinly Shelley

    Brinly Shelley was a Romantic poet known for their lyrical and imaginative works, including the classic poem 'Ozymandias'.

  • Lyal Watson

    Esteemed biologist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics.

  • Colburn Shelley

    Colburn Shelley was a prominent English Romantic poet known for his lyrical and visionary works.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 8th

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July 08, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 08, 1985:

  • Annual Soapy Smith wake, held each year in Skagway, Alaska in the Gold Rush Cemetery and in Hollywood, California at the Magic Castle
  • Feast day of Saint Kilian
  • Feast day of Saint Grimbald
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July 08, 1985: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 08, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 8th and July 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 08, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 08, 1985 was A View To A Kill by Duran Duran, according to the music chart for the week July 8th and July 14th.

July 08, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 08, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 8th and July 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - A View To A Kill
  2. - Sussudio youtube
  3. - Raspberry Beret
  4. - The Search Is Over
  5. - Would I Lie To You?

July 08, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 08, 1985 was Frankie by Sister Sledge, according to the music chart for the week July 8th and July 14th.

July 08, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 08, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 8th and July 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Frankie
  2. - Axel F
  3. - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
  4. - Cherish
  5. - Crazy For You

July 08, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 08, 1985 was Hangin' On A String by Loose Ends, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 8th and July 14th.

July 08, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 08, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 8th and July 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hangin' On A String
  2. - Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)
  3. - Save Your Love (For #1)
  4. - Raspberry Beret
  5. - Too Many Games

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July 08, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 08, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Pee-wee's Big Adventure

Pee-wee's Big Adventure

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Tim Burton

Starring: Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily, Mark Holton, Diane Salinger

Country: United States of America

The Black Cauldron

The Black Cauldron

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Ted Berman, Richard Rich

Starring: Grant Bardsley, Freddie Jones, Susan Sheridan, Nigel Hawthorne

Country: United States of America

The Heavenly Kid

The Heavenly Kid

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Cary Medoway

Starring: Lewis Smith, Jason Gedrick, Jane Kaczmarek, Richard Mulligan

Phenomena

Phenomena

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi

Country: Italy

Maccheroni

Maccheroni

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Ettore Scola

Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella

Country: Italy

July 08, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 08, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Stingray

Stingray

Release year: 1985

Watchdog

Watchdog

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Yuri Kovalev

Ein Mann macht klar Schiff

Ein Mann macht klar Schiff

Release year: 1985

About Time

About Time

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Richard Curtis

Paying Guest

Paying Guest

Release year: 1985

Directed by: Subodh Mukherjee

July 08, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 08, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Jubal Sackett by Louis L'Amour

Jubal Sackett

By:

Jubal Sackett is the second generation of Louis L'Amour's American family. He seeks his destiny in the wilds of a vast new land.

Son Of The Morning Star by Evan S. Connell

Son Of The Morning Star

By:

Custer's Last Stand is one of the most significant events in American history. More than 100 years later, books are still being written and people continue to debate about it.

Hold The Dream by Barbara Taylor Bradford

Hold The Dream

By:

Hold the Dream, the continuation of Barbara Taylor Bradford’s bestseller A Woman of Substance, continues the story of Emma Harte. It is a dramatic tale of triumph and heartbreak.

A Passion For Excellence by Tom Peters and Nancy Austin

A Passion For Excellence

By:

For people who are looking to make a difference in their careers, A Passion for Excellence is the most important, inspiring and career-transforming book that has ever been published.

The Soong Dynasty by Sterling Seagrave

The Soong Dynasty

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"Fast-paced and packed with racy details" - New York Times Book ReviewThe Soong Dynasty is the definitive behind-the scenes account of the Soong family, whose wealth and power dominated China and American policy towards Asia during the Twentieth century.

July 08, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 08, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Paradroid

Paradroid

Platform: Commodore 64, Amiga, Atari ST, Acorn Archimedes, C64 Direct-to-TV, Virtual Console, iOS (ZX Spectrum Elite Collection)

Genre: Shoot 'em up / Puzzle

Publisher: Hewson Consultants, Jester Interactive Publishing

Back to Skool

Back to Skool

Platform: ZX Spectrum

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Microsphere

Norway 1985

Norway 1985

Platform: Apple II Commodore 64

Genre: Wargame

Publisher: Strategic Simulations Inc.

Dragon Skulle

Dragon Skulle

Platform: Commodore 64

Genre: Action-adventure game

Publisher: Ultimate Play the Game

Commando

Commando

Platform: Arcade, Nintendo Entertainment System, Atari 2600, Intellivision, Atari 7800, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Amiga, Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, MSX, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, Virtual Console, PlayStation 3, X

Genre: Run & gun shooter

Publisher: Capcom

history

Who was the US President on July 08, 1985?

On July 08, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 08, 1985?

On July 08, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 08, 1985?

On July 08, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 8th?

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

  • 2019 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: the united arab emirates announces that it will withdraw some of its troops from yemen as part a "strategic redeployment".
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: an israeli plane is damaged by the syrian air defense force. the israeli missile strike against the tiyas military airbase in the homs governorate (t-4 airbase), is stopped by the syrian air defense force.
  • 2017 - Tropical storm nanmadol 2017: 15 people are killed in flooding on kyushu, a southern japanese island. six others are missing.

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What happened in 1985?

1985 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
  • Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
  • Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead

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What was the calendar for July 1985?

July 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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 July 1985 calendar looked like.

Monday July 8, 1985