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October 08, 1986 was the 281st day of the year 1986, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 08, 1986 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 08, 1986, who was born and died on October 08, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 08, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. When I Think Of You by Janet Jackson), movies (e.g. From Beyond, directed by Stuart Gordon), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 8th, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 08, 1986?
- October 08, 1986: What happened on that day?
- October 08, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 08, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 08, 1986?
- October 08, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 08, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- October 08, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 08, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- October 08, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 08, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 08, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 08, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on October 08, 1986?
What day of the week was October 08, 1986?
October 08, 1986 was a Wednesday and it was the 281st day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 08, 1986 can also be written as 10/8/1986 in the US and as 8/10/1986 in UK and Europe.
October 08, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 08, 1986:
- Run dmc calls for a day of peace among la street gangs
- Mike scott ties playoff record of 14 strikeouts, beats new york mets 1-0.
October 08, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 8th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 08, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 08, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 8th, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 08, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 08, 1986 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 08, 1986 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 October 08, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 12:52 pm and setting at 10:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 18, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Oct 17, 1986.
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Who was born on October 08, 1986?
Famous people born on October 08, 1986:
- Holland Roden
Holland roden is an american actress best known for her role as lydia martin in the tv series teen wolf.
- Adron Chambers
Adron Chambers is a former professional baseball outfielder known for his speed and defensive skills.
- Louis Dodds
English footballer.
- Michele Sepe
Italian rugby player.
- Sydney Wayser
Musician.
- Amber Stevens
Actress.
- Glenn Meldrum
- Fabrizio Cacciatore
Whose famous birthday is on October 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 8th:
![Bella Thorne]()
Bella ThorneBella thorne is an american actress and model known for her roles in disney channel's 'shake it up' and the film 'the duff'.
![Matt Damon]()
Matt DamonAmerican actor and the author of "good will hunting," a movie script he wrote with his friend ben affleck.
![Bruno Mars]()
Bruno MarsAmerican singer, songwriter and record producer.
![Nick Cannon]()
Nick CannonNick cannon is an american rapper, actor, and comedian known for his roles in films such as drumline and his work as the host of america's...
![Raaj Kumar]()
Raaj KumarRaaj kumar was an indian film actor known for his powerful and intense performances in hindi cinema.
![Sigourney Weaver]()
Sigourney WeaverAmerican actress, whose first hit was 1979's science-fiction thriller "alien.
![Paul Hogan]()
Paul HoganAustralian screenwriter and actor who is most well-known for his first feature film "crocodile dandee" and its sequel, "crocodile dandee ii.
![Chevy Chase]()
Chevy ChaseAmerican comedian and actor, who started as a writer.
![Stephanie Zimbalist]()
Stephanie ZimbalistMovie actress.
![Claude Jade]()
Claude JadeOne of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...
October 08, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years 6 months old,
or 450 months and 12 days old,
or 1958 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13709 days old,
if you were born on October 08, 1986.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 October 08, 1986?
There are 171 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 08, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 08, 1986.
October 08, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 08, 1986:
- Halford Mackinder
British Conservative politician and Member of Parliament.
- Delores Knipp
Delores Knipp was an atmospheric scientist known for her research on solar-terrestrial relationships.
- Varsha Bhosle
Indian playback singer known for her contributions to Bollywood music.
- Jacqueline Huet
What famous deaths happened on October 8th?
Famous deaths on October 8th:
![Fernando Lamas]()
Fernando LamasArgentinian-american actor, singer, and director (d. 1982).
![Phyllis Calvert]()
Phyllis CalvertBritish actress (born 1915).
![Nigel Bruce]()
Nigel BruceBritish actor (d. 1953).
![Eduardo Ciannelli]()
Eduardo CiannelliItalian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy.
- Willy Brandt
German lawyer and politician, 4th chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1913).
- Reford
Renowned Canadian architect known for his work on the Jardins de Métis.
- Jacques Derrida
Influential French philosopher known for developing deconstruction theory.
- Marianita May
Renowned American author known for her novels and short stories.
- Naftula Herz Imber
Author of the lyrics of the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah.
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October 08, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 08, 1986:
- French Republican Calendar - Citrouille (Pumpkin) Day, seventeenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Also see October 8 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Bolivia - reportedly, Che Guevara is honoured on this day at which he was captured in La Higuera, as San Ernesto, answering prayers for rain.
- Wales and Cornwall - Saint Keyne
- RC Saints - Saint Susan of Blois
Observances on October 08, 1986:
- World Migratory Bird Day [UNEP]
October 08, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 08, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 6th and October 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 08, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 08, 1986 was When I Think Of You by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 08, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Janet Jackson - When I Think Of You
- Glass Tiger - Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)
- Stacey Q - Two Of Hearts
- Genesis - Throwing It All Away
- Tina Turner - Typical Male
October 08, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 08, 1986 was True Blue by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 08, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - True Blue
- Nick Berry - Every Loser Wins
- Five Star - Rain Or Shine
- The Communards - Don't Leave Me This Way
- Status Quo - In The Army Now
October 08, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 08, 1986 was Word Up by Cameo, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 08, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Cameo - Word Up
- Howard Hewett - I'm For Real
- New Edition - Earth Angel (From "The Karate Kid, Part II")
- Ashford & Simpson - Count Your Blessings
- The Temptations - Lady Soul
October 08, 1986: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 08, 1986 was Toda la vida by Franco, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1986: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 08, 1986 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Franco - Toda la vida
- Juan Gabriel - Yo no se que me paso
- Emmanuel - Toda la vida
- Rocio Durcal - La guirnalda
- Beatriz Adriana - Hasta cuando
October 08, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 08, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
From Beyond
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Stuart Gordon
Starring: Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton, Ted Sorel, Ken Foree
The Fringe Dwellers
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Bruce Beresford
Starring: Kristina Nehm, Justine Saunders, Bob Maza, Kylie Belling
Trick or Treat
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Charles Martin Smith
Starring: Marc Price, Tony Fields, Lisa Orgolini, Doug Savant
Soul Man
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Steve Miner
Starring: C. Thomas Howell, Rae Dawn Chong, Arye Gross, James Earl Jones
The Seventh Curse
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Ngai Choi Lam
Starring: Yun-Fat Chow, Siu-Ho Chin, Maggie Cheung, Ken Boyle
October 08, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 08, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Golden Cup
By: Belva Plain
Henrietta Roth is an extraordinary woman who fights for her destiny in this spectacular return to Evergreen. Three turbulent generations are vividly brought to life against the backdrop of
Mayflower Madam
By: Sydney Biddle Barrows with William Novak
Sydney Biddle Barrows, a comedian, writer, and humorist, tells the fascinating story of how she combined business and sex in order to create Cachet, which is the escort service of preference for powerful, well-known men.
James Herriot'S Dog Stories
By: James Herriot
This collection of stories is a special and heartwarming collection that James Herriot shares about his dogs and the amazing people and animals he has met.
Red Storm Rising
By: Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of Jack Ryan novels. His latest blockbusters Command Authority, Threat Vector, are his most electrifying stories of international conflict.
The Good Mother
By: Sue Miller
Anna Dunlap, a recently divorced mother, has two passionate attachments. Her daughter Molly, four-year old Molly, and Leo, her lover. Leo is the man who makes Anna feel beautiful and sexual for the first.
October 08, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 08, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Commando Libya
Metroid
Hollywood or Bust
The Bard's Tale II: The Destiny Knight
Breakthru
Who was the US President on October 08, 1986?
On October 08, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1986?
On October 08, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 08, 1986?
On October 08, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 8th?
October 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of October. 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 October 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-present); the rise of terrorism in egypt: a libyan national army operation at derna results with the capture of hesham ashmawy. hesham ashmawy is one of egypt's most wanted militants.
- 2017 - Rohingya persecution (2016-present). a refugee boat on its way to bangladesh from myanmar capssizes, leading to at least 12 deaths.
- 2016 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi-led coalition aircraft launch airstrikes against civilians at the funeral for the father of houthi government's interior minister in sana'a. at least 140 people were killed and over 500 others were injured. abdul-qader hilal, the mayor of sana'a is among the dead. (the independent), (bbc),
What happened in 1986?
1986 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
- International Peace Year begins
- New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00
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What was the calendar for October 1986?
October 1986 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
