What happened on Friday December 15, 1989?

Here's what happened on December 15, 1989:

• The Simpsons Debut Episode The first full-length episode of 'The Simpsons', titled 'Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire', premiered on Fox. This episode marked the beginning of what would become one of the most influential and long-running animated television series in history.
• Romanian Revolution Begins in Timişoara The Romanian Revolution initiated in Timişoara when protesters stormed the Committee Building, causing significant vandalism. Military units successfully prevented the rioters from setting the buildings on fire, marking the start of a pivotal moment in Romania's transition from communist rule.
• UN Protocol Against Capital Punishment The Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, focusing on the abolition of capital punishment, was officially adopted. This landmark international agreement represented a significant step towards human rights and criminal justice reform.
• Brazil's Democratic Election Brazil held the second round of its first free election in 29 years, with Fernando Collor de Mello emerging victorious. This election was a crucial milestone in Brazil's return to democratic governance after a long period of military dictatorship.
• Colombian Drug Baron Killed José Gonzalo Rodríguez Gacha, a prominent drug lord of the Medellín Cartel, was killed by Colombian police in a significant blow to the drug trafficking organization. His death marked an important moment in Colombia's fight against narcotics trafficking.
• Death of Edward Underdown Edward Underdown, a notable British stage and film actor who had a distinguished career spanning several decades, passed away. Born in 1908, he was a veteran performer known for his contributions to theater and cinema.

Events in 1989

December 15, 1989: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 15, 1989

Newspapers from Dec. 15, 1989

December 15, 1989 was a Friday and it was the 349th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 15, 1989 can also be written as 12/15/1989 in the US and as 15/12/1989 in UK and Europe.

December 15, 1989 in December 1989 calendar

Famous people died on December 15, 1989:

• Emile de Antonio

Famous people who died in 1989

Famous people who died on December 15th

December 15, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 15, 1989 was We Didn't Start The Fire by Billy Joel, according to the music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.

1. Billy Joel - We Didn't Start The Fire
2. Phil Collins - Another Day In Paradise
3. Linda Ronstadt - Don't Know Much
4. Soul II Soul - Back To Life
5. Taylor Dayne - With Every Beat Of My Heart

December 15, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 15, 1989 was You Got It (The Right Stuff) by New Kids On The Block, according to the music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.

1. New Kids On The Block - You Got It (The Right Stuff)
2. Linda Ronstadt & Aaron Neville - Don't Know Much
3. Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Let's Party
4. Jason Donovan - When You Come Back To Me
5. Kaoma - Lambada

December 15, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 15, 1989 was Ain't Nuthin' In The World by Miki Howard, according to the music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.

1. Miki Howard - Ain't Nuthin' In The World
2. Angela Winbush - It's The Real Thing
3. Babyface - Tender Lover
4. The Gap Band - All Of My Love
5. Luther Vandross - Here And Now

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 15th is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 15, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 15, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 15, 1989 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 15, 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 December 15, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 07:50 pm and setting at 10:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1990.

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Someone born on December 15, 1989 is:

35 years 4 months old,

or 424 months and 29 days old,

or 1847 weeks and 5 days old,

or 12934 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 15, 1989?

There are 215 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 15, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 15, 1989.

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