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About October 18th, 1989, in brief:
- Historical events: East German state / party leader Erich Honecker, resigns
- Day of the week: October 18th, 1989 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Zac Efron, Jean-Claude Van Damme
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Miss You Much by Janet Jackson
- #1 UK song: Ride On Time by Black Box
- Popular movie: Francesco directed by Liliana Cavani
More about October 18th, 1989? See below for more news and curiosities on October 18th, 1989.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 18, 1989?
- October 18, 1989: What happened on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 18, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 18, 1989?
- October 18, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 18, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- October 18, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 18, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 18, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on October 18, 1989?
What day of the week was October 18, 1989?
October 18, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 291st day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 18, 1989 can also be written as 10/18/1989 in the US and as 18/10/1989 in UK and Europe.
October 18, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 18, 1989:
- East german state / party leader erich honecker, resigns
- Hungary revises constitution
- Us 62nd manned space mission sts 34 (atlantis 5) launches into orbit.
October 18, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th 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 18, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 18, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 18, 1989 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 1989 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 18, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 08:51 pm and setting at 01:03 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 14, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Nov 13, 1989.
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Who was born on October 18, 1989?
Famous people born on October 18, 1989:
- Joy Lauren
American actress.
- Riisa Naka
Japanese model and actress.
- Laci Green
American youtube personality, video blogger, sex educator, and activist.
- Muyskerm
Youtube star.
- Dudley O'Shaughnessy
- Gerard Badía
- Matthew Centrowitz
- Sarah Elago
- Kenny Frease
- Abhijeet Gupta
- Terrance Henry
- Leigh Howard
- Giorgi Ivanishvili
- Nikola Raspopović
- Linda Sandblom
- Fernando Tobio
Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:
![Zac Efron]()
Zac EfronAmerican entertainer and actor.
![Jean-Claude Van Damme]()
Jean-Claude Van DammeBelgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.
![Mike Ditka]()
Mike DitkaMike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...
![Freida Pinto]()
Freida PintoFreida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.
![Norm MacDonald]()
Norm MacDonaldNorm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.
![Erin Moran]()
Erin MoranErin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.
![Milo Yiannopoulos]()
Milo YiannopoulosMilo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...
![Michael McKean]()
Michael McKeanMichael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...
![Jacques Higelin]()
Jacques HigelinFrench musician and singer of pop.
![Melina Mercouri]()
Melina MercouriGreek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).
October 18, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 6 months old,
or 414 months and 16 days old,
or 1802 weeks and 3 days old,
or 12617 days old,
if you were born on October 18, 1989.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 18, 1989?
There are 167 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 18, 1989.
October 18, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 18, 1989:
- Mirko Bonačić
- Adelaide Lawrence
- Stan Miasek
- Renato Valente
- Giorgina di Wilczek
What famous deaths happened on October 18th?
Famous deaths on October 18th:
![Sylvia Kristel]()
Sylvia KristelDutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).
![Julie London]()
Julie LondonAmerican actress and breathy blues singer.
![Gwen Verdon]()
Gwen VerdonAmerican dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.
![Tsuru Aoki]()
Tsuru AokiAmerican actress born in japan (born 1892).
![Henry Travers]()
Henry TraversActor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.
- Thos Alva Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Thomos Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Elizabeth Arden
Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.
- Primus Babbage
Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 18th
October 18, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 18, 1989:
- Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
- USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
October 18, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 18, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 16th and October 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 18, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1989 was Miss You Much by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- The Cure - Love Song
- Tears For Fears - Sowing The Seeds Of Love
- Roxette - Listen To Your Heart
- The Rolling Stones - Mixed Emotions
October 18, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 1989 was Ride On Time by Black Box, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 18, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Black Box - Ride On Time
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - That's What I Like
- Technotronic featuring Felly - Pump Up The Jam
- Milli Vanilli - Girl I'm Gonna Miss You
- Rebel MC & Double Trouble - Street Tuff
October 18, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 1989 was Miss You Much by Janet Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 18, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- Regina Belle - Baby Come To Me
- Sybil - Don't Make Me Over
- Christopher Williams - Talk To Myself
- Soul II Soul (Featuring Caron Wheeler) - Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)
October 18, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 18, 1989 was Fria como el viento by Luis Miguel, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 18, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Luis Miguel - Fria como el viento
- Gloria Estefan - Si voy a perderte
- Chayanne - Fuiste Un Trozo De Hielo En La Escarcha
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
- Roberto Carlos/Vicente Fernandez - Aunque mal paguen ellas
October 18, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 18, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Kill Me Again
Release year: 1989
Directed by: John Dahl
Starring: Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley, Pat Mulligan, Nick Dimitri
Immediate Family
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Jonathan Kaplan
Starring: Glenn Close, James Woods, Mary Stuart Masterson, Kevin Dillon
Worth Winning
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Will Mackenzie
Starring: Mark Harmon, Madeleine Stowe, Lesley Ann Warren, Maria Holvoe
Shocker
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Wes Craven
Starring: Michael Murphy, Mitch Pileggi, John Tesh, Heather Langenkamp
October 18, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 18, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Yawara! A Fashionable Judo Girl
Release year: 1989
Twin Peaks
Release year: 1989
Written by: Mark Frost, David Lynch
Starring: Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook
Country: United States of America
Blackadder Goes Forth
Release year: 1989
Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Alien Nation
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Graham Baker
Baywatch
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Seth Gordon
October 18, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 18, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Minotaur
By: Stephen Coonts
An autobiography by a New York Times bestseller: A military pilot becomes involved in the search for a Cold War spy who sold high-tech secrets about the USSR to him. Navy pilot Jake Grafton fly fighter jets with ice in …
Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All
By: Allan Gurganus
Allan Gurganus's Oldest Living Confederate Widow - Tells All was an instant hit after its publication. Readers and critics alike fell in love the voice of Lucy Marsden (ninety-nine years old), one of the most beloved voices of all time.
The Writing Life
By: Annie Dillard
Annie Dillard is the author of eleven books. These include the memoir of her parents An American Childhood, The Living, and Pilgrim at Tinker Creek.
Tales From Margaritaville
By: Jimmy Buffett
Margaritaville might not be on any map but it exists in the brilliantly imaginative, sometimes slightly skewed imaginations of Jimmy Buffett.
It'S Always Something
By: Gilda Radner
A commemo- rative edition, It's Always Something, of Gilda Radner's memoir has been published to commemorate the 20th anniversary of her death from ovarian carcinoma.
October 18, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 18, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Eye of Horus
Golden Axe
Codename: ICEMAN
Cyber Police ESWAT
Gigandes
Who was the US President on October 18, 1989?
On October 18, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1989?
On October 18, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 18, 1989?
On October 18, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 18th?
October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
- 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for October 1989?
October 1989 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.
