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February 21, 1986 was the 52nd day of the year 1986, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.
Is February 21, 1986 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 21, 1986, who was born and died on February 21, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 21, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. How Will I Know by Whitney Houston), movies (e.g. The Naked Cage, directed by Paul Nicholas), TV series (e.g. Treffpunkt Flughafen) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 21st, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 21, 1986?
- February 21, 1986: What happened on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 21, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 21, 1986?
- February 21, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 21, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- February 21, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 21, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 21, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 21, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on February 21, 1986?
What day of the week was February 21, 1986?
February 21, 1986 was a Friday and it was the 52nd day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 21, 1986 can also be written as 2/21/1986 in the US and as 21/2/1986 in UK and Europe.
February 21, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 21, 1986:
- Aids patient ryan white returns to classes at western middle school
- Tennis star jimmy connors fined us$20,000 and suspended for ten weeks.
February 21, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 21st 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 21, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 21, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 21st, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 21, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 21, 1986 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 21, 1986 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 21, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 02:20 pm and setting at 05:57 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 26, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Feb 24, 1986.
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Who was born on February 21, 1986?
Famous people born on February 21, 1986:
- Charlotte Church
British singer.
- Prince Amedeo of Belgium Archduke of Austria-Este
Prince amedeo of belgium, archduke of austria-este, is a member of the belgian royal family and is known for his involvement in various...
- Amedeo of Belgium
Archduke of austria-este.
- Amedeo
Belgium -- son of princess astrid / archduke lorenz.
- Ai Kawashima
- Besik' Lezhava
- Aleksandr Porsev
- Michal Smejkal
- Niklas Thor
- Kineke Alexander
- Alara Bozbey
- Garra Dembélé
- Stanley Gumut
- Alex Anderson
- Amedeo de Belgique
Whose famous birthday is on February 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 21st:
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Alan RickmanAlan Rickman was a renowned British actor known for his roles in films such as Harry Potter and Die Hard.
![Jordan Peele]()
Jordan PeeleJordan peele is a comedian known for his work on the sketch comedy show key & peele and for his critically acclaimed horror films get out...
![Jennifer Love Hewitt]()
Jennifer Love HewittJennifer love hewitt is an american actress, singer, and producer known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'party of five' and 'ghost...
![Ashley Greene]()
Ashley GreeneAshley greene is an american actress and model best known for her role as alice cullen in the twilight film series.
![Ellen Page]()
Ellen PageEllen page is a canadian actress known for her roles in movies such as juno and inception.
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Mélanie Laurent]()
Mélanie LaurentFrench actress, director, singer, and writer.
![Christine Ebersole]()
Christine EbersoleTony Award-winning actress with a successful career in Broadway and television.
![Kelsey Grammer]()
Kelsey GrammerAmerican actor.
![William Baldwin]()
William BaldwinAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor actors.
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February 21, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 2 months old,
or 458 months and 4 days old,
or 1991 weeks and 6 days old,
or 13943 days old,
if you were born on February 21, 1986.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 21, 1986?
There are 302 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 21st 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 21, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 21, 1986.
February 21, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 21, 1986:
- Helen Hooven Santmyer
American novelist (b. 1895).
- Mart Stam
- Victor Canning
- Umberto Di Falco
- Albert Ernst
- Edvardas Mikučiauskas
- Shigechiyo Izumi
What famous deaths happened on February 21st?
Famous deaths on February 21st:
![Peter Tork]()
Peter TorkPeter tork was an american musician and actor, best known as the keyboardist and bass guitarist of the 1960s pop group the monkees.
![John Thaw]()
John ThawEnglish actor and producer, played inspector morse (d. 2002).
![Ina Claire]()
Ina ClaireStage and film actress who appeared in 'The Awful Truth' and 'Ninotchka.
![Louis Hayward]()
Louis HaywardJohannesburg, south africa -- actor (lone wolf, survivors).
- Malcolm X
American activist, who rose from humble beginnings to become a national civil rights activist.
- Gertrude Elion
Gertrude Elion was a Nobel Prize-winning American biochemist and pharmacologist who made significant contributions to the development of...
- Cherica Easton
Grammy-winning pop singer known for hits like 'Gypsy, Tramps & Thieves'.
- Malik El Shabazz
Also known as Malcolm X, he was a prominent figure in the Nation of Islam and a leading voice in the African-American civil rights movement.
- Hattye Moen
Renowned chemist known for her contributions to organic chemistry.
- Herberta Lackner
Renowned opera singer known for her powerful voice and emotional performances.
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February 21, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 21, 1986:
- Language Martyrs' Day - A day celebrated by Bengali speaking people for gaining right of mother tongue.
- Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Peter Damiani.
- International Mother Language Day (UNESCO).
Saints celebrated on February 21, 1986:
- Saint Pepin of Landen
- Saint Randoald
February 21, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 21, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 17th and February 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 21, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 21, 1986 was How Will I Know by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 21, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
- Mr. Mister - Kyrie
- Billy Ocean - When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going
- Starship - Sara
- James Brown - Living In America
February 21, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 21, 1986 was When The Going Gets Tough (The Tough Get Going) by Billy Ocean, according to the music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 21, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Billy Ocean - When The Going Gets Tough (The Tough Get Going)
- Diana Ross - Chain Reaction
- Madonna - Borderline
- A-ha - The Sun Always Shines On TV
- Su Pollard - Starting Together
February 21, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 21, 1986 was Do Me Baby by Meli'sa Morgan, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 21, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Meli'sa Morgan - Do Me Baby
- Five Star - Let Me Be The One
- Yarbrough & Peoples - Guilty
- Rene & Angela - Your Smile
- Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
February 21, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 21, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Naked Cage
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Paul Nicholas
Starring: Shari Shattuck, Angel Tompkins, Lucinda Crosby, Stacey Shaffer
Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Dale Schott
Starring: Maxine Miller, Pam Hyatt, Hadley Kay, Chris Wiggins
Girls School Screamers
Release year: 1986
Directed by: John P. Finnegan
Starring: Mollie O'Mara, Sharon Christopher, Mari Butler, Beth O'Malley
At Close Range
Release year: 1986
Directed by: James Foley
Starring: Sean Penn, Christopher Walken, Mary Stuart Masterson, Chris Penn
Caravaggio
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Derek Jarman
Starring: Noam Almaz, Dexter Fletcher, Nigel Terry, Sean Bean
February 21, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 21, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Treffpunkt Flughafen
Release year: 1986
The Cutting Room
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Warren Dudley
Oliver Maass
Release year: 1985
The Dunera Boys
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ben Lewin
That's Entertainment
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Jr. Jack Haley
February 21, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 21, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Light In The Attic
By: Shel Silverstein
While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
Dancing In The Light
By: Shirley MacLaine
Her most exciting and revealing book yet comes at an important turning point in her personal life. Shirley MacLaine, controversially talented, perceptive, and outspoken, takes us on an intimate, fascinating, personal journey.
The Mammoth Hunters
By: Jean M. Auel
Jean M. Auel once again opens the doors of a time past to reveal an era of wonder and danger at dawn of modern man's race.
World'S Fair
By: E. L. Doctorow
"Something very close to magic." The Los Angeles TimesAn extraordinary novel about a young boy's experience in New York City during the 1930s. It is a vivid recreation of the sights and sounds of New York City.
February 21, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 21, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Aliens: The Computer Game
Meltdown
Leather Goddesses of Phobos
Druid
The Black Cauldron
Who was the US President on February 21, 1986?
On February 21, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 21, 1986?
On February 21, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 21, 1986?
On February 21, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about February 21st?
February 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2019 - American-led intervention in syria's civil war: france and the united kingdom, allies of the united states, say that they will not keep their troops there after the united states withdraws.
- 2018 - Operation barkhane: two french soldiers die after their armoured vehicle collides with a roadside bomb in mali.
- 2017 - At least six people were killed by suicide bombers near charsadda's district court. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility.
What happened in 1986?
1986 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
- International Peace Year begins
- New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00
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What was the calendar for February 1986?
February 1986 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.
