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October 17, 1987 was the 290th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is October 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 October 17, 1987, who was born and died on October 17, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 17, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lost In Emotion by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Anime San Jushi) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 17th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 17, 1987?
- October 17, 1987: What happened on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 17, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 17, 1987?
- October 17, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 17, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- October 17, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 17, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 17, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on October 17, 1987?
What day of the week was October 17, 1987?
October 17, 1987 was a Saturday and it was the 290th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 17, 1987 can also be written as 10/17/1987 in the US and as 17/10/1987 in UK and Europe.
October 17, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 17, 1987:
- Late nite comic closes at ritz theater nyc after 4 performances
- 1st indoor world series game
- 1st lady nancy reagan undergoes a modified radical mastectomy
October 17, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 17, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 17th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 17, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 17, 1987 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 17, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 01:45 am and setting at 04:30 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 1987.
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Who was born on October 17, 1987?
Famous people born on October 17, 1987:
![Bea Alonzo]()
Bea AlonzoFilipino actress and singer.
- Elliot Grandin
French footballer.
- Jarosław Fojut
Polish footballer.
- Hideto Takahashi
Japanese footballer.
- Hannah Douglass
Dancer.
- Anna Ascani
- Əliyar Ağayev
- Justin Robinson
- Iva Videnova
- Vitalij Vernydub
- Priscila Trejo
Whose famous birthday is on October 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 17th:
![Smita Patil]()
Smita PatilRenowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
![Felicity Jones]()
Felicity JonesFelicity Jones is an English actress known for her roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and On the...
![Wyclef Jean]()
Wyclef JeanWyclef jean is a musician, rapper, and actor known for being a member of the hip-hop group the fugees and for his solo career as a musician.
![Montgomery Clift]()
Montgomery CliftRenowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.
![Rob Marshall]()
Rob MarshallAmerican choreographer and director producer.
![Margot Kidder]()
Margot KidderMargot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.
![Evel Knievel]()
Evel KnievelAmerican daredevil and modern-day gladiator, who performs daring motorcycle stunts which have nearly killed him several times.
![Mike Judge]()
Mike JudgeAmerican voice actor, cartoonist, and filmmaker.
![Jean Arthur]()
Jean ArthurAmerican singer and actress (d. 1991).
October 17, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 6 months old,
or 438 months and 6 days old,
or 1905 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13338 days old,
if you were born on October 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 October 17, 1987?
There are 177 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 17, 1987.
October 17, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 17, 1987:
- Abdul Malek Ukil
Bangladeshi lawyer and politician (b. 1925).
- Roderich Menzel
- József Nemes
- Aniello Coppola
- Ruby Dandridge
What famous deaths happened on October 17th?
Famous deaths on October 17th:
![Danièle Delorme]()
Danièle DelormeFrench actress and producer of film, the daughter a noted painter and resistance worker andra (c) girard.
![Teresa Brewer]()
Teresa BrewerAmerican jazz and pop singer (born 1931).
![Levi Stubbs]()
Levi StubbsAmerican baritone singer (four tops) (born 1936).
![Joan Hickson]()
Joan HicksonBritish actress (born in 1906).
![John Stuart]()
John StuartActor of scottish-english descent (d. 1979).
![Anne Crawford]()
Anne CrawfordActress from israel-english (d. 1956).
- Nathanyl Chopin
Celebrated composer known for his timeless music.
- Elijah Cummings
Elijah Cummings was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the U.S.
- Chadric Chopin
Chadric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his innovative and expressive piano compositions.
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October 17, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 17, 1987:
- United States - Black Poetry Day
- UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- French Republican Calendar - Aubergine (Eggplant) Day, twenty-sixth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Haiti - Jean-Jacques Dessalines (1806), State holiday
- R.C. Saints - Saint Ignatius of Antioch; translation of Saint Audrey (áthelthryth); Saint Richard Gwyn
October 17, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 17, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 12th and October 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 17, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 1987 was Lost In Emotion by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 17, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam - Lost In Emotion
- Prince - U Got The Look
- Europe - Carrie
- Michael Jackson - Bad
- Madonna - Causing A Commotion
October 17, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 1987 was You Win Again by The Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 17, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Bee Gees - You Win Again
- MARRS - Pump Up The Volume / Anitina (The First Time I See She Dance)
- Abigail Mead & Nigel Goulding - Full Metal Jacket (I Wanna Be Your Drill Instructor)
- Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme
- Michael Jackson - Bad
October 17, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 17, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 17, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Bad
- Glenn Jones - We've Only Just Begun (The Romance Is Not Over)
- Stephanie Mills - (You're Puttin') A Rush On Me
- Jody Watley - Don't You Want Me
- Ray Parker Jr. - I Don't Think That Man Should Sleep Alone
October 17, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 17, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 17, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 17, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Los Lobos - La Bamba
- Luis Miguel - Ahora Te Puedes Marchar
- Julio Iglesias - Que no se rompa la noche
- Mijares - No Se Murio El Amor
- Chayanne - Fiesta En America
October 17, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 17, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Aenigma
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Big Bad Mama II
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Jim Wynorski
Starring: Angie Dickinson, Robert Culp, Danielle Brisebois, Julie McCullough
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Kiss Daddy Goodnight
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Peter Ily Huemer
Starring: Uma Thurman, Paul Dillon, Paul Richards, Steve Buscemi
October 17, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 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:
Anime san jushi
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa
Worzel Gummidge Down Under
Release year: 1987
Frank's Place
Release year: 1987
Written by: Hugh Wilson
Directed by: Helaine Head
Starring: Tim Reid, Robert Harper, Daphne Reid, Francesca P. Roberts
Country: United States of America
G-Force: Guardians of Space
Release year: 1987
October 17, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 17, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Sarum
By: Edward Rutherfurd
SARUM, a masterpiece of epic proportions, is a novel that charts the turbulent history of English literature.
Cultural Literacy
By: E. D. Hirsch Jr
Hirsch makes the argument that American children are not being taught the fundamental knowledge necessary to be able to function in modern society.
Straight On Till Morning
By: Mary S. Lovell
The New York Times Bestseller: "Every page is full of revelations, gossip, and fascinating details about Markham Diane Ackerman. The New York Times Book Review. Born in England, raised in Kenya.
Beloved
By: Toni Morrison
This spellbinding novel, which stares unflinchingly into slavery's abyss, transforms history into a powerful story like Exodus and intimate as a lullaby.
An American Childhood
By: Annie Dillard
An American Childhood, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard’s vivid, poignant memoir about growing up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a book that immediately captured the heart of readers all over the country.
October 17, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 17, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Halls of Montezuma A Battle History of the U.S. Marine Corps
Graham Gooch's All Star Cricket
Battlefield Germany
Earl Weaver Baseball
Ghost Hunters
Who was the US President on October 17, 1987?
On October 17, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1987?
On October 17, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 17, 1987?
On October 17, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 17th?
October 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of October. 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 October 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Two rockets were launched by palestinians from gaza strip at israel. one landed in beersheba in the south, inflicting severe damage to a home but not injuring anyone, while the other landed in the sea.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: battle of raqqa - the syrian democratic forces announce that the battle for isil’s de facto capital is over.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: the battle of mosul is announced by haider al-abadi, iraqi prime minister, and backed by the u.s.-led coalition. this battle will retake isil-held mosul which was declared the capital of the caliphate in iraq. (reuters),
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 October 1987?
October 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
