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October 12, 1989 was the 285th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 12, 1989 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 12, 1989, who was born and died on October 12, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Miss You Much by Janet Jackson), movies (e.g. Fat Man and Little Boy, directed by Roland Joffé), TV series (e.g. Yawara! A Fashionable Judo Girl) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 12th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 12, 1989?
- October 12, 1989: What happened on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 12, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 12, 1989?
- October 12, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 12, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- October 12, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 12, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 12, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on October 12, 1989?
What day of the week was October 12, 1989?
October 12, 1989 was a Thursday and it was the 285th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 12, 1989 can also be written as 10/12/1989 in the US and as 12/10/1989 in UK and Europe.
October 12, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 12, 1989:
- Musical buddy with paul hipp premieres in london
- Herschel walker is traded from dallas cowboys to minnesota vikings for 12 players.
October 12, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th 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 12, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Snake personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 12, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 12, 1989 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 12, 1989 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 12, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 04:59 pm and setting at 05:28 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 15, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Oct 14, 1989.
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Who was born on October 12, 1989?
Famous people born on October 12, 1989:
- Vaishali Takkar
Vaishali Takkar is an Indian television actress known for her roles in shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Sasural Simar Ka.
- Anna Ohmiya
Japanese curler.
- Michelle Wie
Athlete.
- Paulo Henrique Ganso
- Kristy Jaeckel
- Alex Karmo
- Rocky Lekaj
- Rishard Matthews
- Matt Paradis
- Nicola Parodi
- Francisco Peña
- Samantha Stewart
- Oleg Trofim
- Francisco Veludo
- Nicolas Viola
- Wild Boar
- Amy Wren
- Franz Josef Plankl
- Melanie Serrano
- Ilias El Hafedi
Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:
![Hugh Jackman]()
Hugh JackmanAustralian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.
![Josh Hutcherson]()
Josh HutchersonJosh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.
![Young Jeezy]()
Young JeezyYoung jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...
![Brigitte Lahaie]()
Brigitte LahaieFrench radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.
![Akshara Haasan]()
Akshara HaasanIndian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.
![Luciano Pavarotti]()
Luciano PavarottiHe is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.
![Doona Bae]()
Doona BaeDoona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.
![Tyler Blackburn]()
Tyler BlackburnTyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.
![Kirk Cameron]()
Kirk CameronAmerican actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.
![Susan Anton]()
Susan AntonAmerican actress, singer and dancer.
October 12, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 6 months old,
or 414 months and 14 days old,
or 1802 weeks and 1 day old,
or 12615 days old,
if you were born on October 12, 1989.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 12, 1989?
There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 12, 1989.
October 12, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 12, 1989:
- Carmen Cavallaro
American pianist (born 1913).
- Jay Ward
American baseball player, coach, and manager (d. 2012).
- Franco [Francis Luambo / "Makiadi"]
Zaire composer / music, died at 51.
- François Luambo Makiadi
- Rolando Bacigalupo
What famous deaths happened on October 12th?
Famous deaths on October 12th:
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Sonja Henie]()
Sonja HenieThe norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.
![Conchata Ferrell]()
Conchata FerrellAmerican actress (d. 2020).
![Sheila Florance]()
Sheila FloranceAustralian actress in television and film (born 1916).
![Joan Leslie]()
Joan LeslieAmerican actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).
![Leon Ames]()
Leon AmesActor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.
![Doris Davenport]()
Doris DavenportActress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.
![Nat Pendleton]()
Nat PendletonOlympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.
![Aline MacMahon]()
Aline MacMahonUs actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.
![Johnny Olson]()
Johnny OlsonAmerican game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 12th
October 12, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 12, 1989:
- El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
- French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
- Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
- Malawi - Mother's Day
- Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
- Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
- St. Fiace
- Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
October 12, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 12, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 9th and October 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 12, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 12, 1989 was Miss You Much by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.
October 12, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 12, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- Madonna - Cherish
- Milli Vanilli - Girl I'm Gonna Miss You
- The Cure - Love Song
- The Rolling Stones - Mixed Emotions
October 12, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 12, 1989 was Ride On Time by Black Box, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.
October 12, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 12, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Black Box - Ride On Time
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - That's What I Like
- Technotronic featuring Felly - Pump Up The Jam
- Milli Vanilli - Girl I'm Gonna Miss You
- Rebel MC & Double Trouble - Street Tuff
October 12, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 12, 1989 was Miss You Much by Janet Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.
October 12, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 12, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- Soul II Soul (Featuring Caron Wheeler) - Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)
- Sybil - Don't Make Me Over
- Regina Belle - Baby Come To Me
- Christopher Williams - Talk To Myself
October 12, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 12, 1989 was Si voy a perderte by Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.
October 12, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 12, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Gloria Estefan - Si voy a perderte
- Luis Miguel - Fria como el viento
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
- Lucerito - Cuentame
- Ana Gabriel - Simplemente Amigos
October 12, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 12, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fat Man and Little Boy
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Roland Joffé
Starring: Paul Newman, Dwight Schultz, Bonnie Bedelia, John Cusack
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
Ghosts Can't Do It
Release year: 1989
Directed by: John Derek
Starring: Bo Derek, Anthony Quinn, Don Murray, Julie Newmar
Look Who's Talking
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Starring: John Travolta, Kirstie Alley, Olympia Dukakis, George Segal
Country: United States of America
October 12, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 12, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Yawara! A Fashionable Judo Girl
Release year: 1989
Twin Peaks
Release year: 1989
Written by: Mark Frost, David Lynch
Starring: Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook
Country: United States of America
Blackadder Goes Forth
Release year: 1989
Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Alien Nation
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Graham Baker
Baywatch
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Seth Gordon
October 12, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 12, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
It'S Always Something
By: Gilda Radner
A commemo- rative edition, It's Always Something, of Gilda Radner's memoir has been published to commemorate the 20th anniversary of her death from ovarian carcinoma.
Love'S Executioner
By: Irvin D. Yalom
This collection of ten stories by Irvin Yalom, master psychotherapist, reveals the secrets, frustrations and humor that lie at the heart of therapeutic encounters.
From Beirut To Jerusalem
By: Thomas L. Friedman
"If you only have one book to read about the Middle East, this should be it." ---Seymour M. HershOne the most insightful books about the Middle East, From Beirut To Jerusalem.
Polar Star
By: Martin Cruz Smith
He made too many enemies. He was kicked out of his party membership. Arkady Renko, once Moscow's most prominent criminal investigator, now works in anonymity aboard a Russian factory ship that is working with American trawlers.
Joshua And The Children
By: Joseph F. Girzone
The Story Continues... Joseph F. Girzone has created another magical story, a modern day parable in Joshua and the Children. This gracefully continues the inspirations and teachings of his previous bestseller.
October 12, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 12, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Don Doko Don
Butcher Hill
Cyber Police ESWAT
Hellfire
Emerald Dragon
Who was the US President on October 12, 1989?
On October 12, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1989?
On October 12, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 12, 1989?
On October 12, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 12th?
October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
- 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for October 1989?
October 1989 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.
