Saturday May 08, 1982: on this day

May 08, 1982 was the 128th day of the year 1982, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 08, 1982 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 08, 1982, who was born and died on May 08, 1982, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 1982, which were the most popular songs (ex. Chariots Of Fire - Titles by Vangelis), movies (e.g. The Return of Martin Guerre, directed by Daniel Vigne), TV series (e.g. Los Gozos Y Las Sombras) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 1982 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 1982?


May 08, 1982 was a Saturday and it was the 128th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1982 can also be written as 5/8/1982 in the US and as 8/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 1982: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 1982:

  • Canucks 5-isles 6 (ot) - stanley cup - isles hold 1-0 lead
  • Spanish priest juan maría fernández y krohn tries to stab pope john paul ii with a bayonet during the latter's pilgrimage to the shrine at fatima.
  • Braniff international airways is declared bankrupt and ceases all flights.

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May 08, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

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 08, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 1982 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 08, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 1982 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1982 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 08, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:39 pm and setting at 06:55 am.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1982.

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Who was born on May 08, 1982?


Famous people born on May 08, 1982:

  • Christina Cole
    Christina Cole

    English actress.

  • Savi Raval

    Savi Raval is an award-winning Indian photographer specializing in nature and travel photography.

  • Irys Pereira

    Irys Pereira is a Brazilian actress known for her roles in television and film.

  • Esme Bianco

    Known for her innovative approach to marketing.

  • Adrian Gonzalez

    Adrian Gonzalez is a retired MLB first baseman with a successful career.

  • Buakaw Banchamek

    Thai kick-boxer.

  • Uğur Yıldırım

    Turkish-dutch footballer.

  • Ninja Sarasalo

    Finnish singer and model.

  • Buakaw Por Pramuk

    Thai muaythai kickboxer.

  • Adrian Gonzalez (baseball)
  • Aarón Galindo
  • Gading Marten

Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:

  • Enrique Iglesias
    Enrique Iglesias

    Spanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • Melissa Gilbert
    Melissa Gilbert

    Melissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.

  • Gary Glitter
    Gary Glitter

    Gary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).

  • Nora Arnezeder
    Nora Arnezeder

    French singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.

  • David Attenborough
    David Attenborough

    Naturalist and broadcaster in english.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • James Mitchum
    James Mitchum

    Robert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.

  • Salome Jens
    Salome Jens

    Milwaukee actor.

  • Martin Compston
    Martin Compston

    Scottish actor and footballer.

See more famous people and celebrities born on May 8th

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May 08, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 41 years 11 months old,

or 503 months and 17 days old,

or 2189 weeks and 5 days old,

or 15328 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 1982.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 1982?

There are 14 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 08, 1982.

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May 08, 1982: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 1982:

  • Lyndol Young

    Notable chemist recognized for research in organic chemistry.

  • Gilles Villeneuve

    French-canadian formula one driver.

  • Neil Bogart

    American entrepreneur who overtook buddah records to become the bubblegum rock king of america in 1967.

  • Colin Blunstone

    England, united kingdom -- rocker.

What famous deaths happened on May 8th?

Famous deaths on May 8th:

  • Dirk Bogarde
    Dirk Bogarde

    He was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.

  • Barbara Payton
    Barbara Payton

    American actress, onscreen since 1940.

  • Jeanne Cooper
    Jeanne Cooper

    Minneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).

  • Dennis Waterman
    Dennis Waterman

    English actor and singer (b. 1948).

  • Richard Derr
    Richard Derr

    Actor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.

  • Luceil LeSueur

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.

  • Maurice Sendak

    Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...

  • Celedonio Romero

    Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

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

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May 08, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 1982:

  • Parents' Day in South Korea
  • Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
  • VE Day
  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

Observances on May 08, 1982:

  • Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War

Saints celebrated on May 08, 1982:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 1982: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 1982 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 3rd and May 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1982 was Chariots Of Fire - Titles by Vangelis, according to the music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 08, 1982: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
  2. - Ebony And Ivory
  3. - I Love Rock 'N Roll
  4. - Don't Talk To Strangers
  5. - Freeze-Frame

May 08, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 08, 1982: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ebony And Ivory
  2. - A Little Peace
  3. - I Won't Let You Down
  4. - Only You
  5. - House Of Fun

May 08, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1982 was If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another by Richard "Dimples" Fields, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 08, 1982: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another
  2. - Circles
  3. - The Other Woman
  4. - Forget Me Nots
  5. - It's Gonna Take A Miracle

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May 08, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 1982 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Return of Martin Guerre

The Return of Martin Guerre

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Daniel Vigne

Starring: Gérard Depardieu, Nathalie Baye, Maurice Barrier, Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu

The Return of the Soldier

The Return of the Soldier

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Alan Bridges

Starring: Julie Christie, Glenda Jackson, Ann-Margret, Alan Bates

Notturno

Notturno

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Giorgio Bontempi

Starring: Tony Musante, Claudio Cassinelli, Omero Antonutti, Fiorenza Marchegiani

Country: Italy

The House Where Evil Dwells

The House Where Evil Dwells

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Kevin Connor

Starring: Edward Albert, Susan George, Doug McClure, Amy Barrett

Gian Burrasca

Gian Burrasca

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Pier Francesco Pingitore

Starring: Mario Carotenuto, Marisa Merlini, Alvaro Vitali, Clara Colosimo, Gigi Reder, Gianfranco Barra, Enzo Robutti, Gisella Sofio, Toni Ucci, Diana Dei, Dino Emanuelli, Luca Sportelli

Country: Italy

May 08, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 1982 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Los gozos y las sombras

Los gozos y las sombras

Release year: 1982

Starring: Eusebio Poncela, Carlos Larrañaga, Charo López, Rafael Alonso

Country: Spain

Middletown

Middletown

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Brian Kirk

Flashback

Flashback

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Franco Amurri

Schwarz Rot Gold

Schwarz Rot Gold

Release year: 1982

Starring: Uwe Friedrichsen, Edgar Bessen, George Meyer-Goll, Siegfried Kernen

May 08, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 1982 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Living, Loving & Learning by Leo Buscaglia

Living, Loving & Learning

By:

Living Loving and Learning is a charming collection of Leo Buscaglia’s entertaining and informative lectures that were given worldwide between 1970-1981. While some of these lectures have been published in magazines and books, this collection is the complete one.

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book by Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book

By:

Jane Fonda's Book of Workouts

What Every Woman Should Know About Men by Joyce Brothers

What Every Woman Should Know About Men

By:

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The Invisible Bankers by Andrew Tobias

The Invisible Bankers

By:

1982 Hardcover

North And South by John Jakes

North And South

By:

The bestselling saga that has sold more than 5 million copies.The books that inspired the smash-hit television miniseries.Beautifully repackaged for the Dutton hardcover release of On Secret Service--John Jakes's long-awaited return

May 08, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 1982 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Bilestoad

The Bilestoad

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Combat

Publisher: Datamost

Name This Game Octopus

Name This Game Octopus

Platform: Atari 2600

Publisher: US Games (USA) Carrere Video Distribution (Europe)

Leprechaun

Leprechaun

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Moppet Video,[1] Taiyo System

Karate

Karate

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Ultravision (later re-released by Froggo)

Box cover of Atari 2600 port

Box cover of Atari 2600 port

Platform: Arcade, Apple II, Atari 2600, Atari 5200, IBM PC, Atari 8-bit, ColecoVision, Commodore 64, Commodore VIC-20

Genre: Action game Side-scrolling platformer

Publisher: Taito

history

Who was the US President on May 08, 1982?

On May 08, 1982 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1982?

On May 08, 1982 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 1982?

On May 08, 1982 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 8th?

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

  • 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
  • 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
  • 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.

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What happened in 1982?

1982 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Canada Constitution Act replaces British North America Act
  • In accordance with Camp David, Israel completes Sinai withdrawal
  • Yanks fire manager Bob Lemon and replaces him with Gene Michael

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What was the calendar for May 1982?

May 1982 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.

Discover how May 1982 calendar looked like.

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