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August 11, 1983 was the 223rd day of the year 1983, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 11, 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 11, 1983, who was born and died on August 11, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 11, 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 11th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 11, 1983?
- August 11, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 11, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 11, 1983?
- August 11, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 11, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- August 11, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 11, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- August 11, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 11, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 11, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 11, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 11, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on August 11, 1983?
What day of the week was August 11, 1983?
August 11, 1983 was a Thursday and it was the 223rd day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 11, 1983 can also be written as 8/11/1983 in the US and as 11/8/1983 in UK and Europe.
August 11, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 11th 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 11, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 11, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 11th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 11, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 11, 1983 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 11, 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 11, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 09:16 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 11, 1983?
Famous people born on August 11, 1983:
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Chris HemsworthChris hemsworth is an australian actor best known for his role as thor in the marvel cinematic universe.
- Pavel 183
Russian painter (d. 2013).
- Luke Lewis
Australian rugby league player.
- Maya Mia
Youtube star.
- Andrew Feeley
- Pacha 183 (Pavel Pukhov
- Yuriy Krymarenko (Юрій Кримаренко)
Whose famous birthday is on August 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 11th:
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Hulk HoganHulk hogan is a retired professional wrestler known for his time in the world wrestling federation (wwf, now wwe) and for being one of the...
![Viola Davis]()
Viola DavisViola davis is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films and television, and for being the first black actress to...
![Arlene Dahl]()
Arlene DahlArlene dahl is an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films suchjson as 'journey to the center of the earth' and...
![Alyson Stoner]()
Alyson StonerAmerican actress, model and singer.
![Pervez Musharraf]()
Pervez MusharrafPakistani politician and general 10th president of pakistan.
![Alex Haley]()
Alex HaleyAmerican journalist, novelist, and journalist haley is best known for his 1976 pulitzer prize-winning book "roots".
![Eric Carmen]()
Eric CarmenAmerican singer-songwriter/guitarist (raspberries).
![Fernando Arrabal]()
Fernando ArrabalSpanish screenwriter, screenwriter, director, novelist, poet, and playwright.
![Anna Gunn]()
Anna GunnTv actress.
![Embeth Davidtz]()
Embeth DavidtzAmerican actress.
August 11, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 8 months old,
or 488 months and 8 days old,
or 2123 weeks and 1 day old,
or 14862 days old,
if you were born on August 11, 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 11, 1983?
There are 114 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 11, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 11, 1983.
August 11, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on August 11th?
Famous deaths on August 11th:
![Robin Williams]()
Robin WilliamsAfter learning improv at l.a.
![Anne Heche]()
Anne HecheAmerican actress, heche, who started her career in new york at age 17 as a soap star.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Anne Ramsey]()
Anne RamseyAmerican actress (d. 1988).
![Phil Harris]()
Phil HarrisAmerican singer-songwriter and actor (b. 1904).
![John Meillon]()
John MeillonActor (wild duck crocodile dundee).
![Tom Drake]()
Tom DrakeActor, green years, warkill, dies from lung cancer at the age of 63.
![George Furth]()
George FurthAmerican playwright and actor (d. 2008).
- Andrew Carnegie
Scottish-american industrialist who in 1899 consolidated his steel industries.
- Jackson Pollock
American painter, exponent of abstract expressionism, and in particular the form known as "action paintings", pollack is an american artist.
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August 11, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 11, 1983:
- Zimbabwe - Heroes Day
- Taiwan - Valentine's Day
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Tiburtius
- St. Chromatius
- St. Equitius
- St. Gery/Gaugericus
- St. Susanna
- Brazil - Studentás Day, Lawyerás Day, Foundation of the Law Studies in Brazil
August 11, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 11, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 11, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 11, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 11, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 11, 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 11, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 11, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Creating Wealth
By: Robert G. Allen
Robert G. Allen is a popular speaker, multimillionaire and author of Nothing Down, the best-selling real-estate book. He knows how to make you a financial success.
The One Minute Manager
By: Kenneth Blanchard and Spencer Johnson
Millions of managers from Fortune 500 companies and small business nationwide have used The One Minute Manager's methods for more than 20 years. This has helped them increase their productivity, job satisfaction, personal and professional relationships, and in turn, increased …
Ascent Into Hell
By: Andrew M. Greeley
Hugh Donlon is a troubled, lonely priest who falls in love with an elderly nun and then returns to secular life.
Hollywood Wives
By: Jackie Collins
They eat lunch at Ma Maison or the Bistro with salads and hot gossip. They cruise Rodeo Drive on their Mercedes and Rolls and turn shopping at Giorgio or Gucci into an art.
August 11, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 11, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Bio-Attack
Chuckie Egg
Jack Attack
Business Games
The Dreadnaught Factor
Who was the US President on August 11, 1983?
On August 11, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1983?
On August 11, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 11, 1983?
On August 11, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 11th?
August 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th 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 11th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: fighting continues around ghazni.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil forces attack an iranian islamic revolutionary guard corps base in vast desert areas of eastern homs governorate. the base was manned by 12-18 fighters. all but one are killed.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings. two bombs in plant pots explode, killing at least one person, and injuring ten others in hua hin district in thailand.
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.
