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April 17, 1987 was the 107th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 17, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 17, 1987, who was born and died on April 17, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) by Aretha Franklin), movies (e.g. Beauty and the Beast, directed by Eugene Marner), TV series (e.g. Roxie) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 17, 1987?
- April 17, 1987: What happened on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 17, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 17, 1987?
- April 17, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 17, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- April 17, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 17, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 17, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on April 17, 1987?
What day of the week was April 17, 1987?
April 17, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 107th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 17, 1987 can also be written as 4/17/1987 in the US and as 17/4/1987 in UK and Europe.
April 17, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 17, 1987:
- Richard wilbur appointed as us poet laureate.
- Julius erving becomes the third nba player to score 30,000 points.
April 17, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 17, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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April 17, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 17, 1987 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 1987 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 April 17, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 11:07 pm and setting at 09:02 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1987 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1987.
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Who was born on April 17, 1987?
Famous people born on April 17, 1987:
- Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
Jacqueline macinnes wood is a canadian actress known for her role as steffy forrester in the soap opera the bold and the beautiful.
- Griffin McElroy
Co-host of the popular podcast 'My Brother, My Brother and Me' and 'The Adventure Zone'.
- Janine van Wyk
South African soccer player who captained the national team.
- Jacqueline Wood
Tv actress.
- Eelco Sintnicolaas
Dutch decathlete.
- Mehdi Benatia
- Audrick Linord
- Jarosław Marycz
- Park Chan-hui
- Jérémy Taravel
- Jorge Ampuero
- Nidaa Badwan
- Roman Bragin
- Gemma Davison
- Christian Latorre
- Karol Jesús Lucero Venegas
Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:
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Victoria BeckhamPosh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.
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Sean BeanSean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.
![Roddy Piper]()
Roddy PiperRoddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.
![William Holden]()
William HoldenWilliam holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.
![Jennifer Garner]()
Jennifer GarnerAmerican actress and film producer.
![Olivia Hussey]()
Olivia HusseyArgentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.
![Rooney Mara]()
Rooney MaraRooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.
![James Last]()
James LastGerman musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.
![Adam McKay]()
Adam McKayAdam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.
![Nicholas D'Agosto]()
Nicholas D'AgostoAmerican film and television actor.
April 17, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years and 1 day old,
or 444 months and 1 day old,
or 1930 weeks and 6 days old,
or 13516 days old,
if you were born on April 17, 1987.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 April 17, 1987?
There are 364 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 17th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 17, 1987.
April 17, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 17, 1987:
- Dick Shawn
American comedian/actor (producers), died on stage after suffering a heart attack at the age of 63 (born 1924).
- Cornelius Van Til
Christian philosopher and theologian known for his work in presuppositional apologetics.
- Cecil Harmsworth King
English publisher (b. 1901).
- Carlton Barrett
At 36 years old, jamaican reggae musician (no woman no cry) dies (born 1950).
- Lorenzo Suber
- Colette Rosambert
What famous deaths happened on April 17th?
Famous deaths on April 17th:
![Deanna Durbin]()
Deanna DurbinAmerican actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.
![Kitty Carlisle]()
Kitty CarlisleAmerican actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).
![Doris Roberts]()
Doris RobertsAmerican actress (b. 1925).
![Michael Sarrazin]()
Michael SarrazinMichael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.
![Eva Novak]()
Eva NovakActress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.
- Benjerman Franklin
Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.
- Axiel Márquez
Axiel Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter and journalist, known for his novels such as One Hundred Years of...
- Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels and short stories,...
- Jesua Garcia
Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.
- Biju Patnaik
Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...
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April 17, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 17, 1987:
- Pope Anicetus (died 166)
- Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)
Saints celebrated on April 17, 1987:
- Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
- Saint Landricus
- Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
April 17, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 17, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 13th and April 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 17, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1987 was I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Aretha Franklin - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
- Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
- Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over
- Prince - Sign O' The Times
- Lou Gramm - Midnight Blue
April 17, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1987 was La Isla Bonita by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Ferry Aid - Let It Be
- Mel & Kim - Respectable
- Club Nouveau - Lean On Me
- Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
April 17, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1987 was Sign 'O' The Times by Prince, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Prince - Sign 'O' The Times
- The System - Don't Disturb This Groove
- Herb Alpert - Keep Your Eye On Me
- Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
- Aretha Franklin & George Michael - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
April 17, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 17, 1987 was Es mi mujer by Emmanuel, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Emmanuel - Es mi mujer
- Veronica Castro - Macumba
- Braulio - En bancarrota
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Daniela Romo - De mi enamorate
April 17, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 17, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Beauty and the Beast
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Eugene Marner
Starring: John Savage, Rebecca De Mornay, Yossi Graber, Michael Schneider
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Rumpelstiltskin
Release year: 1987
Directed by: David Irving
Starring: Amy Irving, Billy Barty, Clive Revill, Priscilla Pointer
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
The Allnighter
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Tamar Simon Hoffs
Starring: Susanna Hoffs, Dedee Pfeiffer, Joan Cusack, John Terlesky
April 17, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 17, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Roxie
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Nick Frangione
Albert Schweitzer
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gavin Millar
April 17, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 17, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Night Of The Fox
By: Jack Higgins
A British operative is on the brink of D-Day's invasion and must race against time to rescue a soldier and secure victory for the Allies. In May 1944, a shipwrecked American Colonel was lost at sea.
The Fatal Shore
By: Robert Hughes
History of Australia's birth is a story about the brutality and suffering of England's notorious convict transport system.
Red Storm Rising
By: Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of Jack Ryan novels. His latest blockbusters Command Authority, Threat Vector, are his most electrifying stories of international conflict.
It
By: Stephen King
Stephen King's classic, terrifying #1 New York Times bestseller is now a major motion movie. It tells the story of seven adults returning to their hometown to face a horror they first encountered as teens...an evil that doesn't have a …
The Ladies Of Missalonghi
By: Colleen McCullough
Sometimes fairy tales can be true, even for simple spinsters such as Missy Wright. She is not as beautiful as her cousin Alician or as domineering and domineering like mother Drusilla. It seems she will live a quiet life.
April 17, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 17, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Full Throttle / Top Speed
Crossroads
4th & Inches
Galactic Trader
Fast Lane
Who was the US President on April 17, 1987?
On April 17, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1987?
On April 17, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 17, 1987?
On April 17, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 17th?
April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of April. 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 April 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
- 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for April 1987?
April 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
