Wednesday August 17, 1983: on this day

August 17, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 229th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 1983 can also be written as 8/17/1983 in the US and as 17/8/1983 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 1983 in August 1983 calendar

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 17, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 17, 1983 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 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 August 17, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 03:59 pm and setting at 01:24 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1983.

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Your place in the Universe on August 17, 1983

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Famous people born on August 17, 1983:

• Domino Kirke

  Domino Kirke is an American entrepreneur and doula who co-founded the Carriage House Birth doula collective.

• Dustin Pedroia

  Former MLB second baseman who won multiple awards including the AL MVP.

• Kiaria Wambui

  Kiaria Wambui is a Kenyan politician and member of the Nakuru County Assembly.

• Dominik Garcia-Lorido

  Dominik garcia-lorido is an american actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the lost city' and 'city island'.

• Jenni Gregg
• Melinda Stolp
• Fabio Esposito
• Miguel Caneo
• Eleonora Costi
• Tom Ford
• Mika Hilander
• Thomas Koch
• Daniel Köllerer
• Martín Minadevino

Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:

• Robert De Niro

  American actor, director, and businessman.

• Sean Penn

  American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).

• Donnie Wahlberg

  American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.

• Belinda Carlisle

  American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...

• Yû Aoi

  Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.

• Austin Butler

  Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.

• Maureen O'Hara

  An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

• Brady Corbet

  Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.

• Helen McCrory

  British actress (b. 1968).

• Julian Fellowes

  English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 17, 1983?

There are 114 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 17, 1983.

Famous people died on August 17, 1983:

• Beyla Gershwin

  Beyla Gershwin was an American composer and pianist, known for her contributions to the American musical theater.

• Talma Gershwin

  An American composer and pianist, best known for his collaborations with his brother George Gershwin.

• Ira Gershwin

  American musician.

• Takashi Itoyama
• Georgij Borisovič Ščukin

What famous deaths happened on August 17th?

Famous deaths on August 17th:

• Billy Murray

  Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.

• Pearl Bailey

  American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

• Vivian Vance

  Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.

• Yvonne Craig

  Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.

• Richard Barthelmess

  Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.

• Draydon Carter

  Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

• Pandit Jasraj

  Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

• Odai Barakat

  Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

• Liviya Gershwin

  Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.

• Azaylea Frost

  Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.

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Holidays on August 17, 1983:

• Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
• Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes

August 17, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 17, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. The Police - Every Breath You Take
2. Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
3. Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
4. Michael Sembello - Maniac
5. Stevie Nicks - Stand Back

August 17, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 17, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. KC & The Sunshine Band - Give It Up
2. Spandau Ballet - Gold
3. Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
4. Wham! - Club Tropicana
5. Freeez - IOU

August 17, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 1983 was Get It Right by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 17, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
2. Midnight Star - Freak-A-Zoid
3. Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
4. The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
5. Rick James - Cold Blooded