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April 21, 1988 was the 112th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 21, 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 April 21, 1988, who was born and died on April 21, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Where Do Broken Hearts Go by Whitney Houston), movies (e.g. Two Moon Junction, directed by Zalman King), 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 April 21st, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 21, 1988?
- April 21, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 21, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 21, 1988?
- April 21, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 21, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- April 21, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 21, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- April 21, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 21, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 21, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 21, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 21, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on April 21, 1988?
What day of the week was April 21, 1988?
April 21, 1988 was a Thursday and it was the 112th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 21, 1988 can also be written as 4/21/1988 in the US and as 21/4/1988 in UK and Europe.
April 21, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st 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 April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 21, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 21st, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 21, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 21, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 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 April 21, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 09:28 am and setting at 01:40 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 01, 1988.
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Who was born on April 21, 1988?
Famous people born on April 21, 1988:
![Robbie Amell]()
Robbie AmellRobbie amell is a canadian actor known for his roles in tv shows such as the flash and upload.
- Jencarlos Canela
Jencarlos canela is a cuban-american actor and musician known for his roles in various soap operas and for his music career.
- Christoph Sanders
American actor.
- Ricky Berens
American swimmer.
- Adam Rooney
Irish footballer.
- Pedro Mosquera Parada
Spanish footballer.
- Jared Mecham
Youtube star.
- Mia Permanto
Finnish radio host and singer (d. 2008).
- Sean Lemon
Guitarist.
- Pedro Mosquera
Spanish footballer.
- Zack Merrick
Bassist.
- Julia Deneau
American homicide victim, the child of kim deneau (born 6/29/1953) and judy ann watson (born 6/29/1953); their divorce was bitter.
- Lisa-Mari Moen Jünge
- Sophie Rundle
- Zachary Steven Merrick
- César Larios
- Dejan Bizjak
- Brylle Kamen
- Gary Kagelmacher
Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:
![Elizabeth II]()
Elizabeth IIElizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
![Tony Danza]()
Tony DanzaTony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoyScottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy PopAmerican musician, a punk rocker.
![Christian Coma]()
Christian ComaChristian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.
![Rollo May]()
Rollo MayAmerican psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alana Ladd]()
Alana LaddAmerican celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.
![Claire Denis]()
Claire DenisParis, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
April 21, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years and 4 days old,
or 432 months and 4 days old,
or 1879 weeks
or 13153 days old,
if you were born on April 21, 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 April 21, 1988?
There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 21st 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1988.
April 21, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 21, 1988:
- I. A. L. Diamond
- Buddy Humphrey
What famous deaths happened on April 21st?
Famous deaths on April 21st:
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Ursula Jeans]()
Ursula JeansSimla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").
![Charles 'Buddy' Rogers]()
Charles 'Buddy' RogersAmerican actor and musician (born in 1904).
![James Melton]()
James MeltonAmerican operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.
- Mark Twain
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Lymon Twain
Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
- Oaks Twain
Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
- Mackinsey Twain
Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...
- Rmoni Simone
Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.
- Samuel Clemens
Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...
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April 21, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 21, 1988:
- Rome - city birthday.
- Texas-San Jacinto Day
- Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
- Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
- Tiradentes - Brazil.
- Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.
Observances on April 21, 1988:
- World Creativity and Innovation Day
Saints celebrated on April 21, 1988:
- Saint Wolbodo
- Saint Konrad von Parzham
- Saint Anastasius I
- Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
April 21, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 21, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 18th and April 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 21, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1988 was Where Do Broken Hearts Go by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 21, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Whitney Houston - Where Do Broken Hearts Go
- INXS - Devil Inside
- Billy Ocean - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car
- Terence Trent D'Arby - Wishing Well
- Pebbles - Girlfriend
April 21, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1988 was Heart by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 21, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pet Shop Boys - Heart
- Bros - Drop The Boy
- Climie Fisher - Love Changes (Everything)
- Aswad - Don't Turn Around
- Tiffany - Could've Been
April 21, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1988 was Da'Butt (From The Film "School Daze") by E.U., according to the R&B music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 21, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 21, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- E.U. - Da'Butt (From The Film "School Daze")
- Billy Ocean - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Lovin' On Next To Nothin'
- Levert - Sweet Sensation
- Al B. Sure! - Nite And Day
April 21, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 21, 1988 was Y AHORA TE VAS by Los Bukis, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 21, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 21, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Los Bukis - Y AHORA TE VAS
- Juan Gabriel - DEBO HACERLO
- Ana Gabriel - AY AMOR
- Chayanne - PELIGRO DE AMOR
- Jose Jose - Mi Hembra
April 21, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 21, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Two Moon Junction
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Zalman King
Starring: Sherilyn Fenn, Richard Tyson, Louise Fletcher, Burl Ives
Country: United States of America
Iguana
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Everett McGill, Michael Bradford, Roger Kendall, Robert Case
Sunset
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Blake Edwards
Starring: Bruce Willis, James Garner, Malcolm McDowell, Mariel Hemingway
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
April 21, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 21, 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
China Beach
Release year: 1988
Country: United States of America
Dirty Dozen: The Series
Release year: 1988
Country: United States of America
April 21, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 21, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
Hot Money
By: Dick Francis
Dick Francis, the great English storyteller, has created a classic mystery. Malcolm Pembroke wasn't able to get rich by making enemies. Not least, among those he was closest to.
S.
By: John Updike
S. tells the story Sarah P. Worth, a modern spiritual seeker who fell in love with a Hindu mystic named the Arhat.
The Trial Of Socrates
By: I. F. Stone
I.F. Stone, a noted author, unraveled the long-hidden issues in the most famous case of free speech. Stone covers both Roman and Greek history.
A Brief History Of Time
By: Stephen W. Hawking
Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.
April 21, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 21, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Heavy Unit
Gold Rush!
Chelnov
Legend of Makai
Image Fight
Who was the US President on April 21, 1988?
On April 21, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1988?
On April 21, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 21, 1988?
On April 21, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 21st?
April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of April. 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 April 21st, such as:
- 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).
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 April 1988?
April 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
