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August 22, 1983 was the 234th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 22, 1983 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 22, 1983, who was born and died on August 22, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Breath You Take by The Police), movies (e.g. Tenebre, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Vom Webstuhl Zur Weltmacht) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1983?
- August 22, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1983?
- August 22, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1983?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1983?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1983?
What day of the week was August 22, 1983?
August 22, 1983 was a Monday and it was the 234th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1983 can also be written as 8/22/1983 in the US and as 22/8/1983 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 22, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1983 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1983 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 August 22, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:43 pm and setting at 05:56 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1983.
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Who was born on August 22, 1983?
Famous people born on August 22, 1983:
- Danity Kane
Danity Kane was a member of the American girl group Danity Kane, which was formed on the MTV reality show Making the Band 3..
- Manasi Parekh
Manasi Parekh is an Indian actress who has appeared in Gujarati and Hindi films.
- Kahne Siler
Kahne Siler is an American former professional football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League.
- Laura Breckenridge
American actress.
- Theo Bos
Dutch cyclist.
- Jahri Evans
American football player.
- Niccolas Horbaczewski
American entrepreneur and the founder of the Drone Racing League, a professional drone racing organization.
- Rameses Langley
Rameses Langley was an American football defensive back who played in the National Football League.
- Kriss Boyd
Scottish professional footballer who played as a striker.
- Miho Ohwada
Japanese actress.
- Miguel Mendoza
Pop singer.
- Dani Thompson
Model and actress from australia-english.
- Justin Buchholz
American mixed martial artist.
- Paloma Jimenez
Model.
- Brody Jenner
Celebrity.
- Simona Abbate
- Johan Andersson
- Serkan Balcı
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
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Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 40 years 8 months old,
or 488 months and 4 days old,
or 2122 weeks and 4 days old,
or 14858 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 1983.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 22, 1983?
There are 118 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1983?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1983.
August 22, 1983: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1983:
- Zelda Popkin
American author known for her mystery novels and plays.
- Mario Tadini
- Elsa Chauvel
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 22nd
August 22, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1983:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1983:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1983: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Police - Every Breath You Take
- Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
- Michael Sembello - Maniac
- Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
- Taco - Puttin' On The Ritz
August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- KC & The Sunshine Band - Give It Up
- Spandau Ballet - Gold
- Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
- Wham! - Club Tropicana
- Freeez - IOU
August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1983 was Get It Right by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 22, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
- Midnight Star - Freak-A-Zoid
- Rick James - Cold Blooded
- The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
- Jeffrey Osborne - Don't You Get So Mad
August 22, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tenebre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo
Country: Italy
Zeder
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Pupi Avati
Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco
Country: Italy
Women's Prison Massacre
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Bruno Mattei
Starring: Laura Gemser, Gabriele Tinti, Ursula Flores, Maria Romano
Deathstalker
Release year: 1983
Directed by: James Sbardellati
Starring: Rick Hill, Barbi Benton, Richard Brooker, Lana Clarkson
Getting It On
Release year: 1983
Directed by: William Olsen
Starring: Martin Yost, Heather Kennedy, Jeff Edmond, Kathy Brickmeier
August 22, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht
Release year: 1983
Moschops
Release year: 1983
Directed by: Jim Trainor
August 22, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Exocet
By: Jack Higgins
Two British agents are required to stop a deadly weapon falling into the hands of enemy forces. In the hotly contested Falkland Islands a underground struggle rages between Argentinean and British agents who want to purchase black-market Exocet missiles
Out On A Limb
By: Shirley MacLaine
This is her most controversial book, and it will be a classic. Shirley MacLaine is a controversial thinker, an actress of distinction, and a woman who has forged her own path.
Heartburn
By: Nora Ephron
Can you write a hilarious novel about the end of a perfect marriage? The answer to this question is yes if Nora Ephron is the author.
The Last Lion
By: William Manchester
The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm spans the years 1940-1965. It was written shortly after Winston Churchill became Prime Minister. This is when Great Britain stood against the overwhelming power of Nazi Germany.
Ascent Into Hell
By: Andrew M. Greeley
Hugh Donlon is a troubled, lonely priest who falls in love with an elderly nun and then returns to secular life.
August 22, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Halls of the Things
High Way Race
Guzzler
Everest Ascent
G.I. Joe: Cobra Strike
Who was the US President on August 22, 1983?
On August 22, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1983?
On August 22, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1983?
On August 22, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of August. 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 August 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 1983?
1983 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
- Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
- Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal
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What was the calendar for August 1983?
August 1983 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
