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August 10, 1983 was the 222nd day of the year 1983, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 10, 1983 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 10, 1983, who was born and died on August 10, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Breath You Take by The Police), movies (e.g. Mr. Mom, directed by Stan Dragoti), TV series (e.g. Vom Webstuhl Zur Weltmacht) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 10, 1983?
- August 10, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 10, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 10, 1983?
- August 10, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 10, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- August 10, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 10, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- August 10, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 10, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 10, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 10, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 10, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on August 10, 1983?
What day of the week was August 10, 1983?
August 10, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 222nd day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 10, 1983 can also be written as 8/10/1983 in the US and as 10/8/1983 in UK and Europe.
August 10, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th 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 10, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 10, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 10, 1983 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 1983 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 10, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 08:00 am and setting at 10:10 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1983.
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Who was born on August 10, 1983?
Famous people born on August 10, 1983:
- Spencer Redford
American actress.
- Irha Bilal
Famous for capturing raw emotions in black and white photography.
- C. B. Dollaway
American mixed martial artist.
- Alexander Perezhogin
Russian player in ice hockey.
- Kyle Brown
American soccer player.
- Héctor Faubel
Spanish motorcycle racer.
- Mathieu Roy
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Chrisna Bootha
South african netball player.
- Mark Bautista
Actor and singer from the philippines.
- Ashley Johnson
Actress.
- Jimmy Edgar
American electronic musician, designer, photographer, fashion designer, filmmaker.
- Jennifer Leigh
- Wang Chunli
- Kristen Mann
- David Martínez
- Leonard Mesarić
- Magesh Panchanathan
- Pascal Ragondet
Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:
![Mahesh Babu]()
Mahesh BabuMahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.
![Justin Theroux]()
Justin TherouxJustin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...
![Antonio Banderas]()
Antonio BanderasHe was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.
![Norma Shearer]()
Norma ShearerNorma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
![Rosanna Arquette]()
Rosanna ArquetteAmerican actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.
![Angie Harmon]()
Angie HarmonAngie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.
![Devon Aoki]()
Devon AokiDevon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.
![Eddie Fisher]()
Eddie FisherAmerican crooner from the 1950's.
![Rhonda Fleming]()
Rhonda FlemingAmerican actress.
![Diane Venora]()
Diane VenoraAmerican actress.
August 10, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 8 months old,
or 488 months and 15 days old,
or 2124 weeks and 1 day old,
or 14869 days old,
if you were born on August 10, 1983.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 August 10, 1983?
There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 10, 1983.
August 10, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 10, 1983:
- José Baptista Pinheiro de Azevedo
- Suzanne Perrottet
What famous deaths happened on August 10th?
Famous deaths on August 10th:
![Isaac Hayes]()
Isaac HayesAmerican singer, composer and black performer.
![Raquel Torres]()
Raquel TorresRaquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.
![Dick Foran]()
Dick ForanFlemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).
![Rex Cherryman]()
Rex CherrymanAmerican actor (born 1897).
- Laylin Olsen
Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.
- Zema Williams
Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.
- Sayeed Abubakar
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Alleta Jacobs
Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.
- Lysbeth de Vos
Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
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August 10, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 10, 1983:
- Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
- Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
- Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
- St. Deusdedit
- Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
- St. Blaan
August 10, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 10, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 10, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 10, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 10, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Police - Every Breath You Take
- Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
- Michael Sembello - Maniac
- Duran Duran - Is There Something I Should Know
August 10, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 10, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 10, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- KC & The Sunshine Band - Give It Up
- Spandau Ballet - Gold
- Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
- Wham! - Club Tropicana
- Freeez - IOU
August 10, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 1983 was She Works Hard For The Money by Donna Summer, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 10, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 10, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
- Midnight Star - Freak-A-Zoid
- Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
- The Manhattans - Crazy
- The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
August 10, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 10, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Mr. Mom
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Stan Dragoti
Starring: Michael Keaton, Teri Garr, Frederick Koehler, Taliesin Jaffe
Country: United States of America
Tenebre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo
Country: Italy
Easy Money
Release year: 1983
Directed by: James Signorelli
Starring: Rodney Dangerfield, Joe Pesci, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Candice Azzara
Zeder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco
Country: Italy
The Golden Seal
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Frank Zuniga
Starring: Steve Railsback, Michael Beck, Penelope Milford, Torquil Campbell
August 10, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 10, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht
Release year: 1983
Moschops
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Jim Trainor
Shades of Darkness
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Ian Adema
No Excuses
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Miguel Gaudencio
August 10, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 10, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Lonesome Gods
By: Louis L'Amour
"I am Johannes Verne and I am not afraid." That was the mantra of the boy as he trod through the desert, alone, left to die by the vengeful grandfather.
The World Is Made Of Glass
By: Morris West
This psychological novel, written by the same author who wrote bestsellers "Children of the Sun", The Shoes of the Fisherman and "The Clowns of God", depicts the confused thoughts of an individual.
How To Live To Be 100 - Or More
By: George Burns
A guide to aging gracefully for people in their golden years, written with humor by George Burns. This book was written by George Burns in 1983, when he was still a teenager.
August
By: Judith Rossner
This bestseller was originally published in 1983 and is a captivating portrait of a young woman's experiences in psychotherapy.
The Summer Of Katya
By: Trevanian
Jean-Marc Montjean, a recent graduate of medical school, arrives in Salies, France, to help the village physician.
August 10, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 10, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Corridors of Genon
Fortress of the Mutant Waffles
Mega Zone
Chariot Race
Star Wars
Who was the US President on August 10, 1983?
On August 10, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1983?
On August 10, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 10, 1983?
On August 10, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 10th?
August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
- 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
- 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.
What happened in 1983?
1983 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
- Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
- Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal
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What was the calendar for August 1983?
August 1983 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.
