Thursday October 16, 1986: on this day

October 16, 1986 was the 289th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 16, 1986 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 16, 1986, who was born and died on October 16, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 16, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. When I Think Of You by Janet Jackson), movies (e.g. Stand by Me, directed by Rob Reiner), TV series books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 16th, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 16, 1986?


October 16, 1986 was a Thursday and it was the 289th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 16, 1986 can also be written as 10/16/1986 in the US and as 16/10/1986 in UK and Europe.

October 16, 1986 in October 1986 calendar

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October 16, 1986: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 16, 1986:

  • Raggedy ann opens at nederlander theater nyc for 5 performances
  • Marie osmond marries brian blosil
  • Us government closes down due to budget problems.
  • Armand hammer returns to us with jewish refusenik david goldfarb.
  • Reinhold messner becomes the first person to summit all 14 eight-thousanders.
  • Ron arad, israeli weapons system officer, is captured by lebanese shi'ite militia amal.
  • The international olympic committee chooses albertville, france to be the host city of the 1992 winter olympics and barcelona, spain to be the host city of the 1992 summer olympics. the ioc also announces that the summer and winter games will separate with the winter games on every even, common year starting from 1992.

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October 16, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th 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 16, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 16th, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 16, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 16, 1986 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 16, 1986 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 16, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:48 pm and setting at 06:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 18, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Oct 17, 1986.

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Who was born on October 16, 1986?


Famous people born on October 16, 1986:

  • Inna (singer)

    Inna is a romanian singer known for her hit songs such as 'hot' and 'sun is up'.

  • Lakshya

    Indian actor known for his work in Bollywood films.

  • Derk Boerrigter

    Dutch footballer.

  • Inna

    Romanian singer.

  • Nicky Adams

    English-welsh footballer.

  • Ali Fazal

    Actor.

  • Craig Pickering

    English sprinter and bobsledder.

  • Jordan Larson
  • Rajab Hamza
  • Brady Leman
  • Pam Rosanio
  • Dominykas Galkevičius
  • Samuel Pizzetti
  • Franco Armani
  • Jala Brat

Whose famous birthday is on October 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 16th:

  • Hema Malini
    Hema Malini

    Hema malini is an indian actress known for her work in hindi cinema, particularly for her roles in romantic and dramatic films.

  • Maidie Norman
    Maidie Norman

    Maidie norman was an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'what ever happened to baby jane?' and 'the long, hot summer'.

  • Tim Robbins
    Tim Robbins

    American actor, screenwriter and director, a quirky character lead.

  • Angela Lansbury
    Angela Lansbury

    British-american actress who rose to stardom in 1960s broadway musical "mame", then as jessica fletcher, a hit tv series called "murder she...

  • Suzanne Somers
    Suzanne Somers

    American actress, who appears in films and television series as the dumb-blonde.

  • Elsa Zylberstein
    Elsa Zylberstein

    French stage, tv and film actress, born to a polish jewish father (physicist), and a catholic mother.

  • Linda Darnell
    Linda Darnell

    American actress.

  • Corinna Harfouch
    Corinna Harfouch

    German actress.

  • David Zucker
    David Zucker

    American film producer, director and screenwriter, as well as actor and screenwriter, was a prolific filmmaker who made and directed many...

  • Max Bygraves
    Max Bygraves

    British cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.

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October 16, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 37 years 6 months old,

or 450 months and 4 days old,

or 1957 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13701 days old,

if you were born on October 16, 1986.

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 16, 1986?

There are 180 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 16, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 16, 1986.

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October 16, 1986: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 16, 1986:

  • Arthur Grumiaux

    Belgian pianist and violinist (d. 1986).

  • C Wttewaall van Stoetwegen

    Chu member of the dutch parliament, dies at 85.

  • Giovanni Invernizzi
  • Jesús María Pérez
  • Carlo Romei
  • Ted Sagar
  • Sandro Puppo
  • Iolanda Margherita di Savoia

What famous deaths happened on October 16th?

Famous deaths on October 16th:

  • Deborah Kerr
    Deborah Kerr

    Scottish-american actress, nominated six time for academy award in leading roles, including "from here to eternity,"" "beloved infidel,","...

  • Peggy Ann Garner
    Peggy Ann Garner

    Actress (ford theater), died at 53 from cancer.

  • Roy Dotrice
    Roy Dotrice

    Channel islands, guernsey -- actor (wizard).

  • Rick Jason
    Rick Jason

    American actor (b. 1923).

  • John Dunsworth
    John Dunsworth

    Canadian actor and comedian (d. 2017).

  • Audra Lindley
    Audra Lindley

    American actress (d. 1997).

  • Jean Shepherd
    Jean Shepherd

    Multi-media comedian and writer from america.

  • Shirley Booth
    Shirley Booth

    Actress hazel dies at 85 from natural causes.

  • Dan Dailey
    Dan Dailey

    American actor, singer, dancer, and director (b. 1913).

  • Ed Lauter
    Ed Lauter

    Long beach, new york -- actor.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 16th

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October 16, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on October 16, 1986:

  • World Food Day [FAO]
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October 16, 1986: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 16, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 13th and October 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 16, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 1986 was When I Think Of You by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 16, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 16, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - When I Think Of You
  2. - Typical Male
  3. - True Colors youtube
  4. - Throwing It All Away
  5. - Heartbeat

October 16, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 16, 1986 was True Blue by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 16, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 16, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - True Blue
  2. - Every Loser Wins
  3. - Rain Or Shine
  4. - Don't Leave Me This Way
  5. - In The Army Now

October 16, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 16, 1986 was Word Up by Cameo, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 16, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 16, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Word Up
  2. - I'm For Real
  3. - Shake You Down youtube
  4. - Lady Soul
  5. - Typical Male

October 16, 1986: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 16, 1986 was Toda la vida by Emmanuel, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 16, 1986: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 16, 1986 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Toda la vida
  2. - Toda la vida
  3. - Yo no se que me paso
  4. - La guirnalda
  5. - Solo el y yo

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October 16, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 16, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Stand by Me

Stand by Me

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Rob Reiner

Starring: Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell

Country: United States of America

The Wraith

The Wraith

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Mike Marvin

Starring: Charlie Sheen, Nick Cassavetes, Sherilyn Fenn, Randy Quaid

From Beyond

From Beyond

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Stuart Gordon

Starring: Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton, Ted Sorel, Ken Foree

The Fringe Dwellers

The Fringe Dwellers

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Bruce Beresford

Starring: Kristina Nehm, Justine Saunders, Bob Maza, Kylie Belling

Trick or Treat

Trick or Treat

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Charles Martin Smith

Starring: Marc Price, Tony Fields, Lisa Orgolini, Doug Savant

October 16, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 16, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Good Mother by Sue Miller

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Anna Dunlap, a recently divorced mother, has two passionate attachments. Her daughter Molly, four-year old Molly, and Leo, her lover. Leo is the man who makes Anna feel beautiful and sexual for the first.

Necessary Losses by Judith Viorst

Necessary Losses

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Drawing

Through A Glass Darkly by Karleen Koen

Through A Glass Darkly

By:

It lives up to all expectations. It's magnificent!" This classic historical novel is proudly reintroduced by Cleveland Plain Dealer Sourcebooks Landmark. Karleen Koen's epic saga is filled with unforgettable characters, passionate about the extraordinary.

The Beet Queen by Louise Erdrich

The Beet Queen

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Young Karl and Mary Adare are rescued by a boxcar from Argus, North Dakota, on a spring morning of 1932. They seek refuge in the United States after being orphaned in an unusual way.

Eisenhower At War 1943-1945 by David Eisenhower

Eisenhower At War 1943-1945

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Eisenhower: At War 1943-1945, by Eisenhower, David

October 16, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 16, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Contact Sam Cruise

Contact Sam Cruise

Platform: ZX Spectrum

Genre: Arcade adventure

Publisher: Microsphere

Lords of Conquest

Lords of Conquest

Platform: Commodore 64, Apple II, DOS

Genre: Strategy

Publisher: Don Daglow

Athena

Athena

Platform: Arcade, NES, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, PlayStation Network

Genre: Platformer

Publisher: SNK

Knight Tyme

Knight Tyme

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, MSX, ZX Spectrum (separate 48K and 128K versions)

Genre: Graphic adventure

Publisher: Mastertronic

Empire!

Empire!

Platform: ZX Spectrum, C64, Amstrad CPC

Genre: Strategy / Action

Publisher: Firebird Software

history

Who was the US President on October 16, 1986?

On October 16, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 16, 1986?

On October 16, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 16, 1986?

On October 16, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 16th?

October 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). the united states africa command, (africom), says that 60 al-shabaab militants were killed in an airstrike near harardhere, central somalia.
  • 2017 - War in somalia: 14 oct 2017 mogadishu bombings - somalis march to protest the presence of al shabaab, who is believed to have been responsible for the recent bombing attack. (bbc).battle of kirkuk 2017: iraqi government forces have seized key infrastructures outside of the disputed city of kirkuk, which was held by kurdish fighters. (bbc) the government of iraq continues to push against kurdish forces, as concerns over oil supplies from iraq have pushed crude oil prices higher.
  • 2016 - Turkey-isil conflict : three police officers are killed and at least nine others are injured in a suicide bomber attack on a safehouse belonging to isil.

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What happened in 1986?

1986 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
  • International Peace Year begins
  • New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00

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What was the calendar for October 1986?

October 1986 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.

Discover how October 1986 calendar looked like.

Thursday October 16, 1986