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May 17, 1988 was the 138th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 17, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 17, 1988, who was born and died on May 17, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Anything For You by Gloria Estefan), movies (e.g. Killer Klowns from Outer Space, directed by Stephen Chiodo), TV series (e.g. Der Geisterwald Oder Des Raben Rache) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 17, 1988?
- May 17, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 17, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 17, 1988?
- May 17, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 17, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- May 17, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 17, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- May 17, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 17, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 17, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 17, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 17, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on May 17, 1988?
What day of the week was May 17, 1988?
May 17, 1988 was a Tuesday and it was the 138th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 17, 1988 can also be written as 5/17/1988 in the US and as 17/5/1988 in UK and Europe.
May 17, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th is Taurus.
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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 17, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 17, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 17, 1988 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1988 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 May 17, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 06:22 am and setting at 10:36 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 01, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1988.
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Who was born on May 17, 1988?
Famous people born on May 17, 1988:
![Nikki Reed]()
Nikki ReedNikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.
![Karrueche Tran]()
Karrueche TranKarrueche tran is a model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her high-profile relationship with singer chris brown.
- Ezinne Ajufo
Ezinne Ajufo is a Nigerian journalist and news anchor who has worked for several media outlets in Nigeria.
- Lindzy Wilcox
Lindzy Wilcox is an Australian journalist who has worked for various news outlets, including The Sydney Morning Herald.
- Soccer
American acting dog (d. 2001).
- Jennison Myrie-Williams
English footballer.
- Erik Lesser
- Granddi N'Goyi
- Alexis Niz
- Kumiko Ōba
- Martin Olsson
- Marcus Olsson
- Marcelo Rangel
- Francesco Caria
- Bianca Stuart
- Nina Tipotsch
- Kōki Yonekura
Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:
![Dennis Hopper]()
Dennis HopperAmerican actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".
![Adel Imam]()
Adel ImamAdel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.
![Sugar Ray Leonard]()
Sugar Ray LeonardSugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.
![Ross Butler]()
Ross ButlerRoss butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.
![Bob Saget]()
Bob SagetBob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...
![Derek Hough]()
Derek HoughDerek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.
![Leven Rambin]()
Leven RambinLeven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.
![Craig Ferguson]()
Craig FergusonScots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.
![Sasha Alexander]()
Sasha AlexanderSasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.
![Andrea Corr]()
Andrea CorrIrish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist.
May 17, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 11 months old,
or 431 months and 7 days old,
or 1875 weeks and 1 day old,
or 13126 days old,
if you were born on May 17, 1988.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 May 17, 1988?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 17, 1988.
May 17, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 17, 1988:
- Virgil Hawkins
Prominent figure in the fight against racial segregation in the United States.
- Isaak Jaglom
What famous deaths happened on May 17th?
Famous deaths on May 17th:
![Frank Gorshin]()
Frank GorshinAmerican actor.
![Edward Hardwicke]()
Edward HardwickeEnglish actor (born 1932).
![Bruce Fairbairn]()
Bruce FairbairnCanadian record producer and musician (born 1949).
![Robert Webber]()
Robert WebberActor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.
![Hugh Burden]()
Hugh BurdenActor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.
- Kyston Williams
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
- Warda Al-Jazairia
Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...
- Zahki Khan
Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.
- Lyndle Smith
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.
- Geovannie Ramirez
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
May 17, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 17, 1988:
- Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
- Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
- International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
- Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Observances on May 17, 1988:
- UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
- World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Saints celebrated on May 17, 1988:
- Saint Solochon
- Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
- Saint Montanus
- Saint Dietmar
- Saint Pamphamer
- Saint Pamphalon
- Saint Adrian of Alexandria
May 17, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 17, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 17, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1988 was Anything For You by Gloria Estefan, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 17, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gloria Estefan - Anything For You
- George Michael - One More Try
- Johnny Hates Jazz - Shattered Dreams
- Pet Shop Boys - Always On My Mind
- Samantha Fox - Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)
May 17, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1988 was Perfect by Fairground Attraction, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 17, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Fairground Attraction - Perfect
- Wet Wet Wet / Billy Bragg With Cara Tivey - With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home
- S-Express - Theme From S-Express
- Kylie Minogue - Got To Be Certain
- New Order - Blue Monday 1988
May 17, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 1988 was Mercedes Boy by Pebbles, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 17, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Pebbles - Mercedes Boy
- Al B. Sure! - Nite And Day
- Suave - My Girl
- Johnny Kemp - Just Got Paid
- Keith Sweat - Something Just Ain't Right
May 17, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 17, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Yuri - QUE TE PASA
- Emmanuel - LA ULTIMA LUNA
- Los Bukis - Y AHORA TE VAS
- Braulio - EL VICIO DE TU BOCA
- Ana Gabriel - AY AMOR
May 17, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 17, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Stephen Chiodo
Starring: Grant Cramer, Suzanne Snyder, John Allen Nelson, John Vernon
Country: United States of America
Rambo III
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Peter MacDonald
Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Marc de Jonge, Kurtwood Smith
Country: United States of America
Top Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Nello Rossati
Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez
Country: Italy
Aenigma
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Iguana
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso
Country: Italy
May 17, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 17, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache
Release year: 1988
May 17, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 17, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Rise And Fall Of The Great Powers
By: Paul Kennedy
The "modern" period of international and national power. Explanates how different powers have changed over the five centuries since the creation of the "new."
Inheritance
By: Judith Michael
This story is about a family fighting for an orphan, and a woman's struggle to recover her reputation. The family patriarch is a household help to the Salingers.
The Bonfire Of The Vanities
By: Tom Wolfe
Vintage Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities, the #1 bestseller that will forever define late-twentieth-century New York style. "No one has ever described New York Society so accurately and devastatingly as Edith Wharton" ("The National Review")" A page-turner
Rock Star
By: Jackie Collins
Jackie Collins, New York Times bestseller, has repackaged classic novels! Power. Sex. Money. Fame. Fame.
Thriving On Chaos
By: Tom Peters
This national bestseller offers solutions to an upside-down economic world. A New York Times bestseller for eleven months.
May 17, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 17, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Crossroads II
Beach Buggy Simulator
Denizen
Hostages
America Daitōryō Senkyo
Who was the US President on May 17, 1988?
On May 17, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1988?
On May 17, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 17, 1988?
On May 17, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 17th?
May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of May. 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 May 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
- 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
- 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).
What happened in 1988?
1988 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
- John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
- Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1988?
May 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
