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February 19, 1988 was the 50th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.
Is February 19, 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 February 19, 1988, who was born and died on February 19, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 19, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Seasons Change by Expose), movies (e.g. Bloodsport, directed by Newt Arnold), 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 February 19th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 19, 1988?
- February 19, 1988: What happened on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 19, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 19, 1988?
- February 19, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 19, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- February 19, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 19, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 19, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 19, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on February 19, 1988?
What day of the week was February 19, 1988?
February 19, 1988 was a Friday and it was the 50th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 19, 1988 can also be written as 2/19/1988 in the US and as 19/2/1988 in UK and Europe.
February 19, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 19, 1988:
- Helga arendt, silke-beate knoll, mechthild kluth, and gisela kinzel walk indoor female world record 4x200 metre (1:32.55).
February 19, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 19th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 19, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 19, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 19th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 19, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 19, 1988 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 19, 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 February 19, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 07:51 am and setting at 09:35 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Mar 03, 1988.
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Who was born on February 19, 1988?
Famous people born on February 19, 1988:
![Miyu Irino]()
Miyu IrinoJapanese voice actor.
- Brookley Khan
Known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Jsiah Garcia
Pioneered new methods in organic synthesis.
- Elyssa Samsel
Elyssa Samsel is a successful songwriter who has written songs for popular artists and films.
- Shawn Matthias
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Seth Morrison
American guitarist (skillet).
- Selkirk
English race horse (d. 2013).
- Caleb Grimm
Rock singer.
- Sebastián Mora
- Kyle Newhall-Caballero
- Andrew Osagie
- Natalija Pohrebnjak
- Peter Kassig
- Dániel Vadnai
- Christian Sivebæk
- Ettore Canu
- Bruce Carter
- Atte Engren
- Mo Gilligan
Whose famous birthday is on February 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 19th:
![Smokey Robinson]()
Smokey RobinsonSmokey robinson is a legendary american singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his role as the founder and frontman of the motown...
![Victoria Justice]()
Victoria JusticeAmerican singer-songwriter, actress, and dancer.
![Jeff Daniels]()
Jeff DanielsJeff daniels is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as dumb and dumber and the squid and the whale.
![Benicio Del Toro]()
Benicio Del ToroBenicio del toro is a puerto rican actor known for his roles in films such as traffic, sicario, and the usual suspects.
![Merle Oberon]()
Merle OberonEurasian-american actress, who appeared in more than 20 films, including "the private life of henry viii," 33, "over the moon," 1937 and...
![Lee Marvin]()
Lee MarvinAmerican actor, television and film.
![Stephen Nichols]()
Stephen NicholsAmerican actor.
![Leslie Ash]()
Leslie AshEnglish actress.
![Ray Winstone]()
Ray WinstoneEnglish actor, singer and producer.
![Carson McCullers]()
Carson McCullersAmerican short story writer, playwright, essayist, and poet (d. 1967).
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February 19, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 2 months old,
or 434 months and 6 days old,
or 1887 weeks and 6 days old,
or 13215 days old,
if you were born on February 19, 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 February 19, 1988?
There are 300 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 19th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 19, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 19, 1988.
February 19, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 19, 1988:
- André Frédéric Cournand
French-american physician and physiologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895).
- Orvin Kimber
Orvin Kimber was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social welfare policies.
- Rene Char
French poet associated with surrealism and existentialism.
- Walerian Kisieliński
What famous deaths happened on February 19th?
Famous deaths on February 19th:
![Adolfo Celi]()
Adolfo CeliItalian stage actor and husky character actor.
![Janet Blair]()
Janet BlairAmerican actress.
![Lydia Shum]()
Lydia ShumActress and comedian from hong kong (d. 2008).
![Billy Mitchell]()
Billy MitchellBorn in france, an american military man who was the youngest ever general staff officer and, by 1920, a brigadier general.
- Deng Xiaoping
A chinese politician, a thrice-purged patriarch of the communist party who had a profound impact on chinese politics for three decades.
- Taquila Mockingbird
Taquila Mockingbird was an American author best known for her novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird', which explored themes of racial injustice in...
- Harper Lee
American novelist best known for her 1960 novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird', which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
- Charl Lagerfeld
Iconic fashion designer known for his work at Chanel and Fendi.
- Josabeth Siddall
Josabeth Siddall was a Pre-Raphaelite artist and model, best known for her work with the painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
- Virginia Hamilton
Virginia Hamilton was an acclaimed American children's author known for her innovative and diverse storytelling.
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February 19, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 19, 1988:
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Pisces
- Astrology: Can also be last day of sun sign Aquarius depending on the time of birth and the astrologer's viewpoint.
- Chaoflux (Discordianism)
February 19, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 19, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 15th and February 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 19, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 19, 1988 was Seasons Change by Expose, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.
February 19, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 19, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Expose - Seasons Change
- Pet Shop Boys - What Have I Done To Deserve This
- Tiffany - Could've Been
- George Michael - Father Figure
- Eric Carmen - Hungry Eyes
February 19, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 19, 1988 was I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.
February 19, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 19, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kylie Minogue - I Should Be So Lucky
- Tiffany - I Think We're Alone Now
- Bros - When Will I Be Famous
- Taylor Dayne - Tell It To My Heart
- Billy Ocean - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car
February 19, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 19, 1988 was Girlfriend by Pebbles, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.
February 19, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 19, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Pebbles - Girlfriend
- Keith Sweat - I Want Her
- Chris Jasper - Superbad
- Michael Cooper - To Prove My Love
- The Deele - Two Occasions
February 19, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on February 19, 1988 was AY AMOR by Ana Gabriel, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.
February 19, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on February 19, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Ana Gabriel - AY AMOR
- Juan Gabriel - DEBO HACERLO
- Jose Jose - SOY ASI
- Jose Feliciano/Pandora - No Hay Mal Que Por Bien No Venga
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS
February 19, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 19, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Bloodsport
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Newt Arnold
Starring: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donald Gibb, Leah Ayres, Norman Burton
Country: United States of America
Taffin
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Francis Megahy
Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Ray McAnally, Alison Doody, Jeremy Child
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
February 19, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 19, 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
Red Dwarf
Release year: 1988
Written by: Rob Grant, Doug Naylor
Starring: Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Chris Barrie, Robert Llewellyn
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Adventures Beyond Belief
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Marcus Tompson
February 19, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 19, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Cat Who Came For Christmas
By: Cleveland Amory
It was the night before Christmas, when a white-bedraggled feline entered the home and heart of Cleveland Amory. It is a friendly takeover, that's an understatement.
Kaleidoscope
By: Danielle Steel
A young Frenchwoman meets a brilliant American actor in wartime Paris. Their love is fairytale-like, but they end up in tragedy. Their three children are cruelly divided after they become orphaned.
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."
Presumed Innocent
By: Scott Turow
PRESUMED INCIDENT is a suspenseful, compelling novel that has been hailed as one of the best in decades. It brings to life the worst nightmare of a citizen who faces incarceration for the most horrific of crimes.
Mongoose R.I.P.
By: William F. Buckley Jr
Kennedy administration plans to end Fidel Castro's reign, and Blackford Oakes, CIA operative, becomes the point man for secret maneuverings.
February 19, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 19, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cloud Master
Katakis
Better Dead Than Alien
Downhill Challenge
Gamma Strike
Who was the US President on February 19, 1988?
On February 19, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 19, 1988?
On February 19, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 19, 1988?
On February 19, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about February 19th?
February 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of February. 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 February 19th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency in egypt (2013)-present: sixteen militants were killed in two raids on egypt's sinai peninsula. the raids also include explosives and weapons.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: rif dimashq offensive. according to the syrian observatory for human rights, at least 44 people were killed in air strikes by the syrian air force on rebel-held eastern ghouta.
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war and battle of mosul: u.s.-backed iraqi forces launched an operation to take back control of western mosul under isil militants, according to haider al-abadi, prime minister of iraq. according to the united nations, humanitarian agencies have been established in the older parts of the city, where food and fuel supplies are already low, running water is scarce and electricity is not reliable for many of the 800,000.
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 February 1988?
February 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
