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September 17, 1988 was the 261st day of the year 1988, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is September 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 September 17, 1988, who was born and died on September 17, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 17, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' Roses), movies (e.g. Spellbinder, directed by Janet Greek), TV series (e.g. Scruples) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 17th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was September 17, 1988?
- September 17, 1988: What happened on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- September 17, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on September 17, 1988?
- September 17, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- September 17, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- September 17, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- September 17, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on September 17, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 17, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on September 17, 1988?
What day of the week was September 17, 1988?
September 17, 1988 was a Saturday and it was the 261st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
September 17, 1988 can also be written as 9/17/1988 in the US and as 17/9/1988 in UK and Europe.
September 17, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on September 17, 1988:
- 24th olympic games open at seoul, korea
- Military coup in haiti: lieutenant general avril takes control, henri namphy flees
- Jeff reardon becomes first to record 40 or more saves in both american league and national league.
September 17, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 17th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.
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September 17, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 17, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on September 17th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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September 17, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on September 17, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 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 September 17, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 01:12 pm and setting at 10:01 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 27, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Sep 25, 1988.
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Who was born on September 17, 1988?
Famous people born on September 17, 1988:
- Ellakate Garcia
Influential AI researcher contributing to advancements in neural networks.
- Alekxander Melnikov
Known for his soulful melodies and powerful lyrics.
- Tajanay Harris
Famous for discoveries in exoplanet research.
- Jasime Liu
Pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence research.
- Nary Singh
Talented cricketer known for outstanding performances.
- Elliot Alderson
The main protagonist of the TV series 'Mr.
- Evangelyne Nguyen
Record-breaking swimmer who has represented her country in international competitions.
- Amillya Diaz
Contributed to advancements in quantum mechanics.
- Tima Vasilev
Pioneering advancements in blockchain technology.
- Linlee Nguyen
Talented software developer known for creating user-friendly applications.
- Lauralei Garcia
Talented software developer known for creating user-friendly applications.
- Emalina Wang
Known for her elegant and sustainable fashion creations.
- Jazzie Brown
Known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Capucine Girard
Known for creating user-friendly applications.
- Mathieu Bastareaud
- Ashley Miller
- Ritu Arya
- Rafael Vaz
- Thiago Heleno
Whose famous birthday is on September 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 17th:
![John Ritter]()
John RitterAmerican actor, and a member of a theatrical family.
![Jean-Claude Carrière]()
Jean-Claude CarrièreJean-claude carrière is a renowned french screenwriter and actor, best known for his collaborations with director luis buñuel.
![Cassandra Peterson]()
Cassandra PetersonCassandra peterson is an american actress best known for her portrayal of the horror hostess character elvira, mistress of the dark.
![Phil Jackson]()
Phil JacksonAmerican basketball player, coach and star.
![Anne Bancroft]()
Anne BancroftAmerican actress who has been on screen since 1952 and won the best actress oscar.
![Hank Williams]()
Hank WilliamsAmerican singer, songwriter, and country western singer.
![Roddy McDowall]()
Roddy McDowallBritish child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940.
![Bryan Singer]()
Bryan SingerAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Matthew Settle]()
Matthew SettleAmerican actor.
![Dinah Sheridan]()
Dinah SheridanBritish actress, who has been a star in british tv, theatre and film for seven decades.
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September 17, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 7 months old,
or 427 months and 3 days old,
or 1857 weeks
or 12999 days old,
if you were born on September 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 September 17, 1988?
There are 150 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 17, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on September 17, 1988.
September 17, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on September 17, 1988:
- Giorgio Bernardi
- Hilde Güden
- Emment Kapengwe
- Jacques Beauchamp
What famous deaths happened on September 17th?
Famous deaths on September 17th:
![Spiro Agnew]()
Spiro AgnewAmerican politician and lawyer, governor of maryland 1967-1969, and vice-president under nixon 1969.
![Patricia Phoenix]()
Patricia PhoenixCounty galway, ireland -- actress.
![Red Skelton]()
Red SkeltonAmerican comedian who is loved and well-known in film, tv, and nightclub.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
![Frankie Vaughan]()
Frankie VaughanEnglish actor and singer (d. 1999).
![Jay Stewart]()
Jay StewartAnnoucer of lets make a deal commits suicide.
- Raden Adjeng Kartini
Indonesian feminist and entrepreneur who advocated for women's rights.
- Suleman the Great
Suleman the Great was the ruler of the Umayyad Caliphate, one of the largest empires in history.
- Khalis Gibran
Pioneering journalist and author known for his insightful commentary.
- Guila
Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.
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September 17, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on September 17, 1988:
- RC Saints - Feasts of Saint Lambert (martyr), Hildegard of Bingen
- United States - Constitution Day (observed on the previous Friday if it falls in a weekend), Citizenship Day, Von Steuben Day
- Netherlands - Operation Market Garden is still remembered with parachuting and dedications on this day.
- Also see September 17 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The fourth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries in ancient Greek mythology, when the initiates sacrificed a pig.
- Angola - National Heroes' Day
Observances on September 17, 1988:
- World Patient Safety Day [WHO]
September 17, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on September 17, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 12th and September 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
September 17, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on September 17, 1988 was Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' Roses, according to the music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.
September 17, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on September 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 12th and September 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine
- Robert Palmer - Simply Irresistible
- Huey Lewis & The News - Perfect World
- Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry Be Happy (Edit)
- Taylor Dayne - I'll Always Love You
September 17, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on September 17, 1988 was Groovy Kind Of Love by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.
September 17, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on September 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 12th and September 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Phil Collins - Groovy Kind Of Love
- The Hollies - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother
- Womack & Womack - Teardrops
- Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up
- Brother Beyond - The Harder I Try
September 17, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on September 17, 1988 was Another Part Of Me by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.
September 17, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on September 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 12th and September 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Another Part Of Me
- Jeffrey Osborne - She's On The Left
- Pebbles - Take Your Time
- Salt-N-Pepa Featuring E.U. - Shake Your Thang
- James Brown - Static
September 17, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on September 17, 1988 was MARIA by Franco, according to the Latin music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.
September 17, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on September 17, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week September 12th and September 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Franco - MARIA
- Marisela - YA NO
- Raphael - TOCO MADERA
- EYDIE GORME Y ROBERTO CARLOS - SENTADO A LA VERA DEL CAMINO
- Lucia Mendez - Es un alma en pena
September 17, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on September 17, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Spellbinder
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Janet Greek
Starring: Tim Daly, Kelly Preston, Rick Rossovich, Audra Lindley
Sweet Hearts Dance
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Robert Greenwald
Starring: Don Johnson, Susan Sarandon, Jeff Daniels, Elizabeth Perkins
Murder One
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Graeme Campbell
Starring: Henry Thomas, James Wilder, Stephen Shellen, Errol Slue
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
September 17, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on September 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:
Scruples
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Alan J. Levi
First Impressions
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Shapiro
Luv Kush
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Jay Sreesivan
Encyclopedia
Release year: 1988
Starring: Ethyl Eichelberger, Jim Fyfe, Alyson Palmer, Faith Prince
Country: United States of America
September 17, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on September 17, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Lives Of John Lennon
By: Albert Goldman
This book is the result of more than 1,200 interviews and six years of research. It takes readers deep into Lennon’s secret world. From his traumatizing childhood to his Beatles days, to his hidden life.
Zoya
By: Danielle Steel
Zoya, a young cousin to the Tsar flees St. Petersburg for safety against the backdrop of World War I Europe and the Russian Revolution. She is forever changed by the events in her life and she joins Paris' Ballet Russe.
Love In The Time Of Cholera
By: Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Florentino Ariza falls in love with Fermina daza when they are young. Florentino is devastated when Fermina chooses to marry a well-off, wealthy doctor. But he is a romantic.
Alaska
By: James A. Michener
This epic tale of Alaska's northernmost frontier features James A. Michener, who guides us through Alaska's rugged terrain and past, from its long-forgotten past to its bustling present.
Demon Lord Of Karanda
By: David Eddings
David Eddings, in an exciting sequel to THE MALLOREAN tells the story about King Garion's infant son abducted and his attempts to rescue him.
September 17, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on September 17, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Bonze Adventure
Kaijū Monogatari
Abracadabra
Fire King
Hanjuku Hero
Who was the US President on September 17, 1988?
On September 17, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 17, 1988?
On September 17, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on September 17, 1988?
On September 17, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about September 17th?
September 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of September. 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 September 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Russia and turkey announce a demilitarized zone in syria's idlib governorate. they also rule out military operations.
- 2017 - Five people are killed in a roadside bomb attack in north-west pakistan during the war in afghanistan.
- 2016 - American-led intervention in syria and syria's civil war: the united states admits that warplanes may not have struck a syrian army post near deir-ez-zor airport in eastern syria. it was conducting an operation against isil in which more than 60 syrian soldiers were killed. (bbc). the united nations security council (unsc), holds an emergency session to address the u.s. strikes in deir ez-zor.
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 September 1988?
September 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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.
