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March 17, 1983 was the 76th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is March 17, 1983 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 17, 1983, who was born and died on March 17, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 17, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Billie Jean by Michael Jackson), movies (e.g. The Outsiders, directed by Francis Ford Coppola), TV series (e.g. Gun Shy) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 17th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 17, 1983?
- March 17, 1983: What happened on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 17, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 17, 1983?
- March 17, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 17, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- March 17, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 17, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 17, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 17, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on March 17, 1983?
What day of the week was March 17, 1983?
March 17, 1983 was a Thursday and it was the 76th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 17, 1983 can also be written as 3/17/1983 in the US and as 17/3/1983 in UK and Europe.
March 17, 1983: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 17, 1983:
- 70th hat trick in new york islanders' history-mike bossy.
March 17, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 17th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 17, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 17, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 17th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 17, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 17, 1983 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 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 March 17, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 07:48 am and setting at 10:19 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 27, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Mar 28, 1983.
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Who was born on March 17, 1983?
Famous people born on March 17, 1983:
- Lizann Hawes
Founder of a popular lifestyle brand.
- Raul Meireles
Portuguese footballer.
- Martin Shkreli
Former pharmaceutical executive and hedge fund manager, known for controversial business practices.
- Hamlet Gasparian
Chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
- Attila Vajda
Hungarian sprint canoeist.
- James Heath
English golfer.
- Christian and
Joseph cousins; american twin actors.
- Joe Mande
Comedian.
- Astrid Guyart
- Jelena Pandžić
- Matteo Paro
- Emanuel Rivas
- Paolo Sammarco
- Chris Hernández
- Stefano Mancinelli
- Sebastijan Valentan
- Ishfaq Ahmed
Whose famous birthday is on March 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 17th:
![Gary Sinise]()
Gary SiniseGary sinise is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as forrest gump and apollo 13, as well as for his portrayal of detective...
![John Boyega]()
John BoyegaJohn boyega is a british actor known for his role as finn in the star wars sequel trilogy.
![Olesya Rulin]()
Olesya RulinAmerican actress known for her role in the High School Musical film series.
![Kurt Russell]()
Kurt RussellAn emmy nomination was made for american actor russell for his role as elvis, a tv movie.
![Rob Lowe]()
Rob LoweAmerican actor, with blue eyes and dark hair; handsome.
![Rudolf Nureyev]()
Rudolf NureyevRussian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).
![Patti Hansen]()
Patti HansenPatti hansen is an american model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and her marriage to rolling stones guitarist keith...
![Lesley-Anne Down]()
Lesley-Anne DownBritish actress.
![Clare Grogan]()
Clare GroganIn early 1980, a scottish actress was seen in "gregory's girl".
![Justin Hawkins]()
Justin HawkinsEnglish singer-songwriter (the darkness british whale and hot leg).
March 17, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 41 years 1 month old,
or 493 months and 7 days old,
or 2144 weeks and 6 days old,
or 15014 days old,
if you were born on March 17, 1983.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 17, 1983?
There are 327 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 17th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 17, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 17, 1983.
March 17, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 17, 1983:
- Haldan Keffer Hartline
American physiologist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1903).
- Louisa E. Rhine
American botanist and parapsychologist (b. 1891).
- Gigi Gryce
- Riccardo Rossi
What famous deaths happened on March 17th?
Famous deaths on March 17th:
![Helen Hayes]()
Helen HayesAmerican actress, who started on stage at age five.
![Mai Zetterling]()
Mai ZetterlingActress (night is my future) dies from cancer at the age of 68.
![Michael Gough]()
Michael GoughActor malaysian-english (d. 2011).
![Rosetta LeNoire]()
Rosetta LeNoireRosetta LeNoire was a talented actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.
![Merritt Butrick]()
Merritt ButrickMerritt Butrick was an actor known for his role in Star Trek II and III.
![Bob Papenbrook]()
Bob PapenbrookAmerican voice actor (born 1955).
- Michie Kusama
Renowned Japanese contemporary artist known for her avant-garde works.
- Klayten Brown
Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of biotechnology.
- Graylynn Jones
Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.
- Azalyn Khan
Groundbreaking researcher in the field of biotechnology.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 17th
March 17, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 17, 1983:
- Ancient Rome - the second day of the Bacchanalia in honor of Bacchus
- Ancient Rome - the Liberalia in honor of Liber
- St. Agricola
- St. Joseph of Arimathea
- Feast day of St Patrick: a public holiday in Ireland (National feast) and Montserrat, widely celebrated in North America and worldwide (see St. Patrick's Day)
- Ancient Latvia - Kustonu Diena (return of the larks) observed
- Boston, Massachusetts - Evacuation Day
Saints celebrated on March 17, 1983:
- Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March and it is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat. But Irish people across the globe use to celebrate it also in other Countries. Below you can find a list of the past Saint Patrick's Days and see what happened on each of these days.
March 17, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 17, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 14th and March 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 17, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 17, 1983 was Billie Jean by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.
March 17, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 14th and March 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
- Bob Seger - Shame On The Moon
- Culture Club - Do You Really Want To Hurt Me
- Duran Duran - Hungry Like The Wolf
- The Pretenders - Back On The Chain Gang
March 17, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 17, 1983 was Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.
March 17, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 14th and March 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
- Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
- Duran Duran - Is There Something I Should Know?
- Forrest - Rock The Boat
March 17, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 17, 1983 was Billie Jean by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.
March 17, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 17, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 14th and March 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
- Debarge - I Like It
- Lionel Richie - You Are
- Earth, Wind & Fire - Fall In Love With Me
- George Clinton Featuring Coolio - Atomic Dog
March 17, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 17, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Outsiders
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Starring: C. Thomas Howell, Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze
Country: United States of America
Bad Boys
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Rick Rosenthal
Starring: Sean Penn, Reni Santoni, Jim Moody, Eric Gurry
Country: United States of America
Tenebre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo
Country: Italy
Max Dugan Returns
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Herbert Ross
Starring: Jason Robards, Marsha Mason, Donald Sutherland, Matthew Broderick
Zeder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco
Country: Italy
March 17, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 17, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Gun Shy
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Simon West
Just Another Day
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Peter Spirer
The Hard Word
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Scott Roberts
The Family Tree
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Vivi Friedman
Treasure Hunt
Release year: 1982
Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs
March 17, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 17, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Delta Star
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Missy Moonbeam, a prostitute, falls from the Wonderland Hotel's roof. In her diary, she also includes the number for Caltech, America's most prestigious scientific institution.
Life, The Universe And Everything
By: Douglas Adams
"HYSTERICAL!" The Philadelphia Inquirer. The unhappy inhabitants of planet Krikkit have grown sick of staring at the night sky above them. They plan to destroy it.
Savannah
By: Eugenia Price
Mark Browning, an orphan, was just twenty-five when he left behind the fortune of his father and set sail for Savannah, Georgia, where his mother was born. .
Living, Loving & Learning
By: Leo Buscaglia
Living Loving and Learning is a charming collection of Leo Buscaglia’s entertaining and informative lectures that were given worldwide between 1970-1981. While some of these lectures have been published in magazines and books, this collection is the complete one.
March 17, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 17, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
My Name Is Uncle Groucho, You Win A Fat Cigar
Galaga X6
Frantic Freddie
Excalibur
Arabian
Who was the US President on March 17, 1983?
On March 17, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 17, 1983?
On March 17, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on March 17, 1983?
On March 17, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about March 17th?
March 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of March. 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 March 17th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 jayapura flood & landslide
- 2018 - 2018 philippine piper pa-23 apache crashes: a piper pa-23 passenger plane bound for laoag international airport, ilocos norte in the philippines crashed upon takeoff from plaridel airport, bulacan. five people were killed and five others were injured.
- 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present), an apache helicopter fired upon a boat carrying somali refugees, off the coast yemen. at least 40 people were killed and 35 others were injured. (reuters),
What happened in 1983?
1983 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
- Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
- Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal
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What was the calendar for March 1983?
March 1983 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.
