Friday May 20, 1988: on this day

May 20, 1988 was the 141st day of the year 1988, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 20, 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 May 20, 1988, who was born and died on May 20, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 20, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Anything For You by Gloria Estefan), movies (e.g. Killer Klowns from Outer Space, directed by Stephen Chiodo), 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 May 20th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 20, 1988?


May 20, 1988 was a Friday and it was the 141st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1988 can also be written as 5/20/1988 in the US and as 20/5/1988 in UK and Europe.

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May 20, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 20, 1988:

  • Mike schmidt hits his 535th homerun, moving into 8th place.
  • Apple computer contracts with quantum computer services to create applelink - personal edition.

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May 20, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 20, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on May 20th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 20, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

27%

The moon phase on May 20, 1988 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 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 May 20, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 09:18 am and setting at 12:50 am.

The previous full moon was on May 01, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1988.

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Who was born on May 20, 1988?


Famous people born on May 20, 1988:

  • Brittnei McCoy

    Professional basketball player known for her scoring ability.

  • Arneda Bouman

    Known for her significant contribution to the first image of a black hole.

  • Diamond

    Diamond is a rapper known for his hit singles and collaborations with other popular artists.

  • Sacheen Sahel

    Rising star in the music industry with a unique vocal style.

  • Oriya Bhuyan

    Oriya Bhuyan is an Indian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Odisha FC in the Indian Super League.

  • Jessenia Cruz

    Talented singer who rose to fame with her hit singles in the music industry.

  • Arad Goch

    Arad Goch is a professional Israeli footballer who has played for various clubs.

  • Jasmine Warga

    Poet known for her collection 'Other Words for Home' which explores themes of identity and belonging.

  • Joel Moon

    Australian rugby league player.

  • Miyu Nagase

    Japanese singer and guitarist (zone).

  • Nathaniel Brown

    American actor and director.

  • Alex Smith

    Youtube star.

  • Trīna Šlapeka

    Latvian tennis player.

  • Carla Humphries

    Model and actress from the american-filipino community.

  • Yusuf Kasal

    Turkish footballer.

  • Robin Juhkental

    Estonian singer-songwriter malcolm lincoln.

  • Chiara Consolini
  • Oh Ban-suk
  • Kayden Carter
  • Rafael Coelho

Whose famous birthday is on May 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 20th:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Naturi Naughton
    Naturi Naughton

    Successful actress and singer known for her entrepreneurship ventures.

  • Nawazuddin Siddiqui
    Nawazuddin Siddiqui

    Nawazuddin siddiqui is an indian actor known for his versatile and intense performances in bollywood films.

  • Busta Rhymes
    Busta Rhymes

    Rhymes, an american rapper, formed leaders of the new school, in 1990.

  • Timothy Olyphant
    Timothy Olyphant

    Timothy olyphant is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like justified and deadwood, as well as in movies like live free or...

  • Louis Theroux
    Louis Theroux

    Singaporean-english journalist/producer.

  • David Hedison
    David Hedison

    American actor (d. 2019).

  • Constance Towers
    Constance Towers

    Actress (capitol.

  • Angela Goethals
    Angela Goethals

    Actress (vi warshawski heartbreak hotel, heartbreak hotel).

  • Yon González
    Yon González

    Spanish actor.

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May 20, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 10 months old,

or 430 months and 8 days old,

or 1870 weeks and 6 days old,

or 13096 days old,

if you were born on May 20, 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 May 20, 1988?

There are 53 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 20, 1988.

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May 20, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 20, 1988:

  • Luvena Kirkpatrick

    Noted sculptor recognized for her innovative use of materials.

  • Ana Aslan

    Known for developing Gerovital H3, a popular anti-aging treatment.

  • Víctor Unamuno
  • Nicola Ceravolo
  • Ángel Juan Quesada

What famous deaths happened on May 20th?

Famous deaths on May 20th:

  • Gilda Radner
    Gilda Radner

    American comedian on film and stage who created a collection of funny characters for tv's "saturday night live".

  • Lucy Gordon
    Lucy Gordon

    British actress and model (born 1980).

  • Anton Diffring
    Anton Diffring

    Koblenz, germany -- actor (assignment vienna).

  • Barbara Murray
    Barbara Murray

    English actress (d. 2014.

  • Susan Roces
    Susan Roces

    Producer and actress from the philippines.

  • Jon Pertwee
    Jon Pertwee

    English actor, portrayed the third doctor (b. 1919).

  • Christopherjame Columbus

    Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual...

  • Marquis de Lafayette

    French military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War.

  • Churchill

    Legendary British boxer known for his fierce fighting style and iconic victories.

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May 20, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 20, 1988:

  • East Timor National Day.
  • Cameroon National Day.

Observances on May 20, 1988:

  • World Bee Day

Saints celebrated on May 20, 1988:

  • Saint Austregisilus
  • Saint Lucifer
  • Saint Theodore of Pavia
  • Saint Bernardine of Siena
  • Saint Ivo of Chartres
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May 20, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 20, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 1988 was Anything For You by Gloria Estefan, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 20, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Anything For You
  2. - One More Try youtube
  3. - Shattered Dreams
  4. - Always On My Mind
  5. - Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)

May 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 20, 1988 was Perfect by Fairground Attraction, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 20, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Perfect
  2. - With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home
  3. - Theme From S-Express
  4. - Got To Be Certain
  5. - Blue Monday 1988

May 20, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 20, 1988 was Mercedes Boy by Pebbles, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 20, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Mercedes Boy
  2. - Nite And Day
  3. - My Girl
  4. - Just Got Paid
  5. - Something Just Ain't Right

May 20, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 20, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 20, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 20, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - QUE TE PASA
  2. - LA ULTIMA LUNA
  3. - Y AHORA TE VAS
  4. - EL VICIO DE TU BOCA
  5. - AY AMOR

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May 20, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 20, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Stephen Chiodo

Starring: Grant Cramer, Suzanne Snyder, John Allen Nelson, John Vernon

Country: United States of America

Rambo III

Rambo III

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Peter MacDonald

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Marc de Jonge, Kurtwood Smith

Country: United States of America

Top Line

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

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

Iguana

Iguana

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Monte Hellman

Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso

Country: Italy

May 20, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 20, 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

Der Geisterwald oder Des Raben Rache

Release year: 1988

May 20, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 20, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Citizen Cohn by Nicholas von Hoffman

Citizen Cohn

By:

Citizen Cohn

The Shell Seekers by Rosamunde Pilcher

The Shell Seekers

By:

3 stories

The Icarus Agenda by Robert Ludlum

The Icarus Agenda

By:

Evan Kendrick, a Colorado congressman, is trying to keep his term quiet when a political mole uncovers his deepest secrets: Kendrick was an anonymous hero who liberated hostages from terrorists in Arab countries at the American Embassy in Masqat and …

The Bonfire Of The Vanities by Tom Wolfe

The Bonfire Of The Vanities

By:

Vintage Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities, the #1 bestseller that will forever define late-twentieth-century New York style. "No one has ever described New York Society so accurately and devastatingly as Edith Wharton" ("The National Review")" A page-turner

Tapestry by Belva Plain

Tapestry

By:

Bleva Plain's novel begins in 1920 and covers World War II.

May 20, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 20, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Eco

Eco

Platform: Amiga, Atari ST

Genre: Life simulation game

Publisher: Ocean Software

Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf

Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Apple IIGS, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, Mac OS, MSX, NES, PC-88, PC Engine, Sharp X68000, TurboGrafx-16, TurboGrafx-CD

Genre: Sports game (golf)

Publisher: Accolade, Konami (NES), Victor Entertainment (Sharp X68000, MSX2)

19 Part One: Boot Camp

19 Part One: Boot Camp

Platform: Commodore 64 ZX Spectrum

Genre: Military education and training

The Final Round

The Final Round

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports (boxing)

The Colony

The Colony

Platform: Macintosh, DOS, Amiga

Genre: First-person shooter, Adventure, Puzzle

Publisher: Mindscape

history

Who was the US President on May 20, 1988?

On May 20, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 20, 1988?

On May 20, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 20, 1988?

On May 20, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 20th?

May 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of May. 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 May 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Threety-two people were killed when islamic state members set off a prison riot in vahdat (tajikistan) and started a fire at a jail in vahdat.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: lava continues to spew from kilauea (hawaii) fissures, reaching the pacific ocean, and severely injuring one person.
  • 2017 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018): an attack on an airbase controlled by the libyan national army in southern libya has claimed 140 lives.

Find out more about May 20th

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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 May 1988?

May 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.

Discover how May 1988 calendar looked like.

Friday May 20, 1988