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October 15, 1985 was the 288th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is October 15, 1985 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, 1985, who was born and died on October 15, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 15, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Take On Me by A-Ha), movies (e.g. Phenomena, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. The Equalizer) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 15th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 15, 1985?
- October 15, 1985: What happened on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 15, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 15, 1985?
- October 15, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 15, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- October 15, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 15, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 15, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on October 15, 1985?
What day of the week was October 15, 1985?
October 15, 1985 was a Tuesday and it was the 288th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 15, 1985 can also be written as 10/15/1985 in the US and as 15/10/1985 in UK and Europe.
October 15, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 15, 1985:
- Nobel prize for economics awarded to franco modigliani
- Shelley taylor of australia makes fastest swim ever around manhattan island, doing it in 6 hours 12 minutes 29 seconds
- Us space shuttle columbia carries spacelab into orbit.
October 15, 1985: 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, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 15th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 15, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 15, 1985 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 1985 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, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 08:49 am and setting at 07:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 29, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Oct 28, 1985.
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Who was born on October 15, 1985?
Famous people born on October 15, 1985:
- Airon Afflalo
Airon Afflalo is a former American professional basketball player who played in the NBA for 11 seasons.
- Coulter Macklin
Known for contributions to open-source software projects.
- October Filipino
October Filipino is a rising political figure focusing on environmental sustainability and community development.
- Walter Alberto López
Uruguayan footballer.
- Marcos Martínez
Spanish race car driver.
- Walter López
Uruguayan footballer.
- Dominic Sandoval
Dancer.
- Antreas Melanarkitīs
- Pedro Meza
- Beata Mikołajczyk
- Natalia Pablos
- Mariangela Postiglione
- Federica Valeriano
- Dagan Yivzori
- Matthew Burrows
- Sara Capovilla
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.
![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...
![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.
![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, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 6 months old,
or 462 months and 4 days old,
or 2009 weeks and 3 days old,
or 14066 days old,
if you were born on October 15, 1985.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 15, 1985?
There are 179 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, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 15, 1985.
October 15, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 15, 1985:
- Meret Oppenheim
Writer dies at 72.
- Sandro Angiolini
- Max Zaslofsky
- Bruno Fattori
- Frank Shoofey
What famous deaths happened on October 15th?
Famous deaths on October 15th:
![Pat O'Brien]()
Pat O'BrienAmerican actor.
![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.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 15th
October 15, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 15, 1985:
- 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, 1985:
- International Day of Rural Women
October 15, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 15, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 14th and October 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 15, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 1985 was Take On Me by A-Ha, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 15, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- A-Ha - Take On Me
- Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
- Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
- Ready For The World - Oh Sheila
- Jan Hammer - Miami Vice Theme
October 15, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 15, 1985 was The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 15, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jennifer Rush - The Power Of Love
- Midge Ure - If I Was
- Colonel Abrams - Trapped
- A-ha - Take On Me
- Red Box - Lean On Me (Ah-Li-Ayo)
October 15, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 1985 was Part-Time Lover by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 15, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
- Freddie Jackson - You Are My Lady
- Bobby Womack - I Wish He Didn't Trust Me So Much
- Cameo - Single Life
- Doug E. Fresh & The Get Fresh Crew - The Show
October 15, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 15, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi
Country: Italy
Maccheroni
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ettore Scola
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella
Country: Italy
A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Jack Sholder
Starring: Robert Englund, Mark Patton, Kim Myers, Robert Rusler
Evils of the Night
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Mohammed Rustam
Starring: Neville Brand, Aldo Ray, Tina Louise, John Carradine
Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Josh Becker
Starring: Robert Rickman, John Manfredi, Timothy Patrick Quill, Sam Raimi
October 15, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 15, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Equalizer
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Rocky Road
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Brian K. Roberts
In Sickness and in Health
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Roger Melvin
Thundercats
Release year: 1985
Country: United States of America
October 15, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 15, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Red Fox
By: Anthony Hyde
Soviet affairs specialist Robert Thorne gets a strange message in his mailbox from May Brightman. This is a woman he was supposed to marry 20 years ago. It was.
A Passion For Excellence
By: Tom Peters and Nancy Austin
For people who are looking to make a difference in their careers, A Passion for Excellence is the most important, inspiring and career-transforming book that has ever been published.
The Secrets Of Harry Bright
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Mineral Springs is populated by lizards, drug addicts, and motorcycle gangs. It is therefore strange to see a body in a burnt-out Rolls Royce.
On The Road With Charles Kuralt
By: Charles Kuralt
Charles Kuralt's classic bestseller, now available on audio! On the Road with Charles Kuralt, featuring Charles Kuralt and an introduction by Wallace Kuralt.
A Maggot
By: John Fowles
John Fowles' prologue tells us that A Maggot was born from a vision of five travelers riding in remote areas with a mysterious purpose.
October 15, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 15, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Pachicom
Acrojet
The Fourth Protocol
Marsport
The Dungeon of Doom / The Dungeon Revealed
Who was the US President on October 15, 1985?
On October 15, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1985?
On October 15, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 15, 1985?
On October 15, 1985 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 1985?
1985 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
- Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead
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What was the calendar for October 1985?
October 1985 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.
