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August 18, 1985 was the 230th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 18, 1985 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 18, 1985, who was born and died on August 18, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shout by Tears For Fears), movies (e.g. Legend, directed by Ridley Scott), TV series (e.g. Stingray) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 18, 1985?
- August 18, 1985: What happened on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 18, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 18, 1985?
- August 18, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 18, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- August 18, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 18, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 18, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on August 18, 1985?
What day of the week was August 18, 1985?
August 18, 1985 was a Sunday and it was the 230th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 18, 1985 can also be written as 8/18/1985 in the US and as 18/8/1985 in UK and Europe.
August 18, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 18, 1985:
- Muffin spencer-devlin wins mastercard international pro-am golf tourn
August 18, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th 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 18, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 18, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 18, 1985 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 1985 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 18, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:29 am and setting at 09:48 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 1985.
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Who was born on August 18, 1985?
Famous people born on August 18, 1985:
![Alex Honnold]()
Alex HonnoldAlex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...
- Dalayla Ramos
Dalayla Ramos is a Brazilian actress who has appeared in several popular television shows and films.
- Quinlin Nguyen
Quinlin Nguyen is a rising star in the field of organic chemistry, known for his work on the synthesis of complex organic compounds.
- Naara Gutierrez
Naara Gutierrez is a Mexican chemist who specializes in the development of new materials for renewable energy applications.
- Bryan Ruiz
Costa rican footballer.
- Macai Ramirez
Macai Ramirez is a Mexican essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on social and political issues.
- Saleema Karim
Saleema Karim is a Bangladeshi entrepreneur and the founder of Karim Enterprises, a successful trading and logistics company.
- Beatrice Borromeo
Beatrice borromeo is an italian journalist, television personality, and member of the ancient aristocratic house of borromeo.
- Julen Goikoetxea
Spanish basque cyclist (born 1985).
- Inge Dekker
Dutch swimmer.
- Nick28T
Youtube star.
- Ghasem Rezaei
- Daniela Torto
- Isaac Wells
- Barbara Abart
- Kamesha Hairston
- Ariana
- Edvinas Ramanauskas
Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:
![Robert Redford]()
Robert RedfordAmerican actor, director, environmental activist.
![Mae West]()
Mae WestMae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...
![Kaitlin Olson]()
Kaitlin OlsonKaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...
![Patrick Swayze]()
Patrick SwayzeAmerican stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.
![Edward Norton]()
Edward NortonAmerican actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.
![Christian Slater]()
Christian SlaterChristian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.
![Andy Samberg]()
Andy SambergAndy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...
![Roman Polanski]()
Roman PolanskiFrench director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".
![Denis Leary]()
Denis LearyAmerican actor.
![Madeleine Stowe]()
Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...
August 18, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 8 months old,
or 464 months
or 2017 weeks and 4 days old,
or 14123 days old,
if you were born on August 18, 1985.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 August 18, 1985?
There are 122 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 18, 1985.
August 18, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 18, 1985:
- Mario Longo Dorni
- Josip Primožic
What famous deaths happened on August 18th?
Famous deaths on August 18th:
![Persis Khambatta]()
Persis KhambattaEast indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.
![Mildred Davis]()
Mildred DavisActress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.
![Robert Novak]()
Robert NovakAmerican journalist and commentator (born in 1931).
![Ben Cross]()
Ben CrossEnglish stage and film actor (b. 1947).
![John Kerr]()
John Kerr18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).
![Beverly Bayne]()
Beverly BayneActress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.
- Kafi Annan
Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Brigitt Haque
Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.
- Walter Chrysler
American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.
- Tola Rotimi
Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 18th
August 18, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 18, 1985:
- RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
- Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
August 18, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 18, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 12th and August 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 18, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 1985 was Shout by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.
August 18, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 18, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tears For Fears - Shout
- Huey Lewis & The News - Power Of Love
- Corey Hart - Never Surrender
- Sting - If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
- Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love
August 18, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 1985 was Into The Groove by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.
August 18, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 18, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Into The Groove
- UB40 featuring Chrissie Hynde - I Got You Babe
- Eurythmics - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
- Madonna - Holiday
- Tina Turner - We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)
August 18, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 1985 was Freeway Of Love by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.
August 18, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 18, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love
- Debarge - Who's Holding Donna Now
- Cameo - Attack Me With Your Love
- Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
- Patti LaBelle - Stir It Up
August 18, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 18, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Legend
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ridley Scott
Starring: Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, Tim Curry, David Bennent
Country: United States of America
Desert Hearts
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Donna Deitch
Starring: Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau, Audra Lindley, Andra Akers
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi
Country: Italy
Maccheroni
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ettore Scola
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella
Country: Italy
American Ninja
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Sam Firstenberg
Starring: Michael Dudikoff, Steve James, Judie Aronson, Guich Koock
August 18, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 18, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Stingray
Release year: 1985
Watchdog
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Yuri Kovalev
Ein Mann macht klar Schiff
Release year: 1985
Thundercats
Release year: 1985
Country: United States of America
August 18, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 18, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Thinner
By: Richard Bachman
Curse of Old Gypsy Man...Billy Halleck is a loving husband and father who is both a beneficiary and a victim of American Good Life. He has a beautiful home, a nice wife, and a wonderful family.
If Tomorrow Comes
By: Sidney Sheldon
Tracy Whitney, a lovely and idealistic woman is sentenced to a 15-year term in an escape-proof penitentiary. She fights back with brilliant ingenuity to defeat the untouchable crime lords that put her there.
Funny Money
By: Mark Singer
This cautionary tale is by Mark Singer, a respected New Yorker writer. It concerns the Penn Square Bank oil broker at an Oklahoma City shopping mall that collapsed in 1982.
The Cider House Rules
By: John Irving
The Cider House Rules was first published in 1985. It is set in rural Maine during the first half century. The story of Dr.
Loving Each Other
By: Leo Buscaglia
Leo Buscaglia, the bestselling author, explores the challenges and intricacies of love relationships. He poses important questions such as: How can we best integrate our lives?
August 18, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 18, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Mail Order Monsters
Cross Country USA
3D Monster Chase
Richard Petty's Talladega
Lode Runner's Rescue
Who was the US President on August 18, 1985?
On August 18, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1985?
On August 18, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 18, 1985?
On August 18, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 18th?
August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of August. 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 August 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
- 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
- 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.
What happened in 1985?
1985 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
- Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead
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What was the calendar for August 1985?
August 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
