What happened on Sunday August 12, 1984?

Here's what happened on August 12, 1984:

• 23rd Olympic Games Closing Ceremony The 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California, concluded with a grand closing ceremony at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, marking the end of the Games of the XXIII Olympiad.
• Carlos Lopes Wins Olympic Marathon Carlos Lopes of Portugal won the men's marathon at the Los Angeles Olympics with a remarkable time of 2:09:21, setting an Olympic record that would stand for 24 years.
• Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Legendary baseball players Harmon Killebrew, Rick Ferrell, Don Drysdale, Pee Wee Reese, and Luis Aparicio were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, honoring their exceptional contributions to the sport.
• Marian Rivera Birth Marian Rivera, a popular Filipino actress and media personality, was born on this date. She would become a significant figure in Philippine entertainment.
• Sherone Simpson Birth Sherone Simpson, a notable Jamaican athlete, was born on this date. She would later become a prominent track and field competitor representing Jamaica.
• Braves-Padres Brawl An intense baseball game between the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres resulted in a dramatic match with two brawls and 19 player ejections, highlighting the competitive spirit of the sport.
• Patty Sheehan Wins Golf Tournament Professional golfer Patty Sheehan secured victory at the LPGA Henredon Golf Classic, adding to her impressive career achievements.

Events in 1984

August 12, 1984: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 12, 1984

Newspapers from Aug. 12, 1984

August 12, 1984 was a Sunday and it was the 225th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 12, 1984 can also be written as 8/12/1984 in the US and as 12/8/1984 in UK and Europe.

August 12, 1984 in August 1984 calendar

Famous people born on August 12, 1984:

• Marian Rivera

  Popular Filipino television actress and model known for her leading roles in numerous successful TV series and films.

• Diego Vicos

Famous people born in 1984

Famous people born on August 12th

Famous people died on August 12, 1984:

• Lenny Breau

  Renowned American jazz guitarist known for his innovative and virtuosic fingerstyle guitar techniques.

• Ladi Kwali

  Nigerian potter (b. 1925).

Famous people who died in 1984

Famous people who died on August 12th

August 12, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1984 was Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr., according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
2. Prince - When Doves Cry
3. Jacksons - State Of Shock
4. Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
5. Elton John - Sad Songs (Say So Much)

August 12, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 12, 1984 was Careless Whisper by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. George Michael - Careless Whisper
2. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes
3. Black Lace - Agadoo
4. Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
5. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax

August 12, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 12, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. Prince - When Doves Cry
2. Tina Turner - What's Love Got To Do With It
3. Ray Parker Jr. - Ghostbusters
4. The Jacksons - State of Shock
5. Ollie And Jerry - Breakin'...there's No Stopping Us

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th is Leo.

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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 12, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 12, 1984 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1984 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 12, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 08:57 pm and setting at 07:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 11, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 1984.

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Your place in the Universe on August 12, 1984

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Someone born on August 12, 1984 is:

40 years 8 months old,

or 488 months and 11 days old,

or 2123 weeks and 3 days old,

or 14864 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 12, 1984?

There are 111 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 12th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 12, 1984?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 12, 1984.

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