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April 17, 1989 was the 107th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Monday.
Is April 17, 1989 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, 1989, who was born and died on April 17, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Prayer by Madonna), movies (e.g. Francesco, directed by Liliana Cavani), TV series (e.g. Fast Forward) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 17, 1989?
- April 17, 1989: What happened on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 17, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 17, 1989?
- April 17, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 17, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- April 17, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 17, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 17, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on April 17, 1989?
What day of the week was April 17, 1989?
April 17, 1989 was a Monday and it was the 107th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 17, 1989 can also be written as 4/17/1989 in the US and as 17/4/1989 in UK and Europe.
April 17, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 17, 1989:
- Maximum new york state unemployment benefits raised to $245 per week
- Soviet-us agreement allows soviets to fight us pros
- 93rd boston marathon won by abebe mekonen of ethiopia in 2:09:06.
- Polish labor union granted legal status.
- Poland, solidarity was again legalized and allowed to participate in semi-free elections on june 4.
- Trisha meili is attacked while jogging in new york city's central park as her identity remains secret for years, she becomes known as the ampquotcentral park jogger.ampquot
- A gun turret explodes on the u.s. battleship ''iowa'', killing 47 crew members.
April 17, 1989: 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, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 17th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 17, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 17, 1989 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 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 April 17, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 04:35 pm and setting at 04:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 22, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Apr 21, 1989.
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Who was born on April 17, 1989?
Famous people born on April 17, 1989:
- Jamice Olawale
Professional football player known for his versatility and athleticism.
- Avi Kaplan
Singer and songwriter.
- Paraskevi Papachristou
Greek triple jumper.
- Javed Mohammed
Trinidadian footballer.
- Zara Aldana
Filipino model.
- Lewon Hayrapetyan
- Lane Hughes
- Beau Knapp
- Wesley Koolhof
- Fabio Leimer
- Cvetomir Panov
- Andrij Sachnevyč
- Ralf Seuntjens
- Valentin Stocker
- Nicki Thiim
- Hannah Wang
- Aleksandr Ėnbert
- Kamil Łączyński
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.
![Sean Bean]()
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, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years and 2 days old,
or 420 months and 2 days old,
or 1826 weeks and 4 days old,
or 12786 days old,
if you were born on April 17, 1989.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, 1989?
There are 363 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, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 17, 1989.
April 17, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 17, 1989:
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Charles Lampkin- Anatolij Michajlovič Granik
- Inji Aflatoun
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, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 17, 1989:
- Pope Anicetus (died 166)
- Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)
Saints celebrated on April 17, 1989:
- Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
- Saint Landricus
- Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
April 17, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 17, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 17th and April 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 17, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1989 was Like A Prayer by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Like A Prayer
- Fine Young Cannibals - She Drives Me Crazy
- Roxette - The Look
- Tone Loc - Funky Cold Medina
- Bon Jovi - I'll Be There For You
April 17, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1989 was Eternal Flame by The Bangles, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Bangles - Eternal Flame
- Madonna - Like A Prayer
- Simply Red - If You Don't Know Me By Now
- Jason Donovan - Too Many Broken Hearts
- Transvision Vamp - Baby I Don't Care
April 17, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1989 was Love Saw It by Karyn White, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 17, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Karyn White - Love Saw It
- Bobby Brown - Every Little Step
- Jody Watley - Real Love
- New Edition - Crucial
- Alyson Williams - Sleep Talk
April 17, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 17, 1989 was Como Tu by Jose Jose, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 17, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Jose - Como Tu
- Isabel Pantoja - Asi Fue
- Vikki Carr - MALA SUERTE
- Yuri - HOMBRES AL BORDE DE UN ATAQUE DE CELOS
- Luis Miguel - Un Hombre Busca Una Mujer
April 17, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 17, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Miss Firecracker
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Thomas Schlamme
Starring: Holly Hunter, Mary Steenburgen, Tim Robbins, Alfre Woodard
K-9
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Rod Daniel
Starring: Jim Belushi, Mel Harris, Kevin Tighe, Ed O'Neill
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
Collision Course
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Lewis Teague
Starring: Pat Morita, Jay Leno, Chris Sarandon, Tom Noonan
April 17, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 17, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Fast Forward
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Round the Twist
Release year: 1989
Country: Australia
Rivalen der Rennbahn
Release year: 1989
Rory Bremner
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Kevin Bishop
Straight to the Heart
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Stephane Gehami
April 17, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 17, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Cary Grant
By: Charles Higham and Roy Moseley
The Lonely Heart, richly documented and filled with insightful comments from Grant's friends, colleagues, and associates is a fascinating, controversial portrait of Cary Grant, an elegant, tormented man.
The Joy Luck Club
By: Amy Tan
Four mothers, four daughters and four families, whose histories change with the winds according to who is "saying" them.
The Sands Of Time
By: Sidney Sheldon
Spain. Spain. Four women escape the vengeance of a pitiless tyrant.
Citizens
By: Simon Schama
Schama is not the old, dying Old Regime. Instead, Schama portrays a vibrant country, inventive and vital, infatuated by novelty and technology. This gives Louis XVI's France a strikingly new perspective.
April 17, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 17, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse
F29 Retaliator
Cyber Cross
Harpoon
ALF
Who was the US President on April 17, 1989?
On April 17, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1989?
On April 17, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 17, 1989?
On April 17, 1989 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 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for April 1989?
April 1989 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.
