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Saturday October 15, 1983: on this day
October 15, 1983 was the 288th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is October 15, 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 October 15, 1983, who was born and died on October 15, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 15, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler), movies (e.g. The Right Stuff, directed by Philip Kaufman), TV series (e.g. Just Our Luck) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 15th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 15, 1983?
- October 15, 1983: What happened on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 15, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 15, 1983?
- October 15, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 15, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- October 15, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 15, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 15, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on October 15, 1983?
What day of the week was October 15, 1983?
October 15, 1983 was a Saturday and it was the 288th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 15, 1983 can also be written as 10/15/1983 in the US and as 15/10/1983 in UK and Europe.
October 15, 1983: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 15, 1983:
- Black hawks and maple leafs combine for fastest 5 goals
- Columbia beats yale 21-18 in football, will lose next 44 games
- Us marine sharpshooters kill five snipers at beirut international airport, lebanon.
October 15, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th 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 15, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 15th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 15, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 15, 1983 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 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 October 15, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 03:47 pm and setting at 01:37 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 22, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Oct 21, 1983.
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Who was born on October 15, 1983?
Famous people born on October 15, 1983:
- Nikie Hilton
Nikie Hilton is an American media personality, businesswoman, socialite, and heiress to the Hilton hotel fortune.
- Stephy Tang
Hong kong actress and singer (cookies).
- Bruno Senna
Former Formula One driver and nephew of the legendary Ayrton Senna.
- Holly Montag
Reality tv star in america.
- Caine Eckstein
Australian Ironman champion known for his endurance and competitive spirit.
- Leanne Mitchell
Leanne Mitchell is a British singer who won the first series of The Voice UK.
- Howard Warren Buffett
Educator.
- Lin Dan
Athlete.
- Chelsea Georgeson
- André Alves
- Bridgette B
- Vincenza Calì
- Luciano Pereira Mendes
- Andreas Ivanschitz
- Ludmila Pagliero
- La Parfaite Caroline
- Daniel Wretström
- Simona Podesova
Whose famous birthday is on October 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 15th:
![Tito Jackson]()
Tito JacksonTito jackson is a guitarist best known as a member of the famous jackson 5 band.
![Kiko Mizuhara]()
Kiko MizuharaKiko mizuhara is a japanese model known for her work in the fashion industry and her appearances in various magazines and fashion shows.
![Penny Marshall]()
Penny MarshallPenny marshall was an american actress, director, and producer, best known for her role as laverne defazio on the television sitcom laverne...
![Keyshia Cole]()
Keyshia ColeKeyshia cole is an american r&b singer known for her soulful voice and emotional lyrics.
![Lee Iacocca]()
Lee IacoccaAmerican self-made man who rose to the top of the ford motor co.
![Mira Nair]()
Mira NairIndian-american actress and producer.
![Jean Peters]()
Jean PetersAmerican actress.
![Jaci Velasquez]()
Jaci VelasquezRock singer.
![Dominic West]()
Dominic WestDominic west is a british actor known for his roles in the wire and the affair.
![John Kenneth Galbraith]()
John Kenneth GalbraithEconomist (affluent society-58 hillman award).
October 15, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 6 months old,
or 486 months and 10 days old,
or 2114 weeks and 5 days old,
or 14803 days old,
if you were born on October 15, 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 October 15, 1983?
There are 173 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 15, 1983.
October 15, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 15, 1983:
![Pat O'Brien]()
Pat O'BrienAmerican actor.
What famous deaths happened on October 15th?
Famous deaths on October 15th:
![Betty Driver]()
Betty DriverEnglish actress, singer, and author (b. 1920).
![Edie Adams]()
Edie AdamsAmerican actress and singer (born 1927).
![Henny Porten]()
Henny PortenGerman actress and one of the first silent film stars in germany.
- Trestan Hart
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
- Dmonte Coleman
Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.
- Govind Desai
Renowned Indian novelist and Sahitya Akademi Award winner.
- Jaree Al-Sabah
Jaree Al-Sabah was a prominent Kuwaiti politician who served as the Prime Minister of Kuwait from 1978 to 1991.
- Silvie Townsend
Renowned British author known for her captivating novels.
- Thaddeaus Koscuiszko
Famous for his role in the American Revolutionary War and Polish independence efforts.
- Thomas Sankara
Former President of Burkina Faso known for his progressive policies and anti-imperialist stance.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 15th
October 15, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 15, 1983:
- United States - White Cane Safety Day, National Grouch Day, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
- R.C. Saints - Saint Teresa of Avila
- Roman festivals - the Equirria or October equus: sacrifice of a horse to Mars
- French Republican Calendar - Amaryllis (Amaryllis) Day, twenty-fourth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
Observances on October 15, 1983:
- International Day of Rural Women
October 15, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 15, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 10th and October 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 15, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 1983 was Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 15, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
- Air Supply - Making Love Out Of Nothing At All
- The Police - King Of Pain
- Spandau Ballet - True
- Kenny Rogers - Islands In The Stream
October 15, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 15, 1983 was Karma Chameleon by Culture Club, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 15, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Culture Club - Karma Chameleon
- Tracey Ullman - They Don't Know
- David Bowie - Modern Love
- Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)
- Howard Jones - New Song
October 15, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 1983 was Ain't Nobody by Chaka Khan, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 15, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 15, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chaka Khan - Ain't Nobody
- Klique - Stop Doggin' Me Around
- The Gap Band - Party Train
- Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - You're Number One (In My Book)
October 15, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 15, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Right Stuff
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Philip Kaufman
Starring: Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn, Ed Harris, Dennis Quaid
Country: United States of America
The Dead Zone
Release year: 1983
Directed by: David Cronenberg
Starring: Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt, Herbert Lom
Country: United States of America
The Key
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Frank Finlay, Stefania Sandrelli, Franco Branciaroli, Barbara Cupisti
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
Under Fire
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Roger Spottiswoode
Starring: Nick Nolte, Ed Harris, Gene Hackman, Joanna Cassidy
October 15, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 15, 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:
Just Our Luck
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Crystal Ellis
Love Connection
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Joseph L Leath
Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht
Release year: 1983
October 15, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 15, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Return Of The Jedi
By: Joan D. Vinge
Luke Skywalker, his Rebel Alliance friends and a sequel to "The Star Wars Storybook and "The Empire Strikes Back Storybook", devise a bold plan to defeat the Empire and its evil leaders Darth Vader (and the Emperor) in this daring …
The Auerbach Will
By: Stephen Birmingham
The Auerbach Will is the American novelist of richest Americans. Essie Litsky, a young woman who strives to be wealthy despite her rigid upbringing from Russian Jewish immigrants, writes The Auerbach Will.
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.
Out On A Limb
By: Shirley MacLaine
This is her most controversial book, and it will be a classic. Shirley MacLaine is a controversial thinker, an actress of distinction, and a woman who has forged her own path.
October 15, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 15, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
10-Yard Fight
Juno First
Alien's Return
The Coveted Mirror
G.I. Joe: Cobra Strike
Who was the US President on October 15, 1983?
On October 15, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1983?
On October 15, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 15, 1983?
On October 15, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 15th?
October 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 cologne attack: three people are hurt when a man sets fire to a fast-food outlet in cologne's main station and then takes a woman hostage. later, german counter-terrorism units rescue the woman.
- 2017 - 2017 iraqi-kurdish conflict: battle of kirkuk (2017): iraqi troops advance on kurdish-held territory surrounding the city of kirkuk. in the vicinity of cities, there have been reports of clashes.
- 2016 - At least 55 people were killed in the iraqi civil war (2014-2017), 2016 oct baghdad attacks: an attack on a shi'ite mosque, a check-point at the police station and the family of an anti islamic state sunni paramilitary leader have resulted in the deaths of at least 55 iraqis. (reuters)isil claims responsibility for the takeback of iraqi forces' launching of mosul, its stronghold.
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 October 1983?
October 1983 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.
