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August 22, 1987 was the 234th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 22, 1987 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, 1987, who was born and died on August 22, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Who's That Girl by Madonna), movies (e.g. The Dead, directed by John Huston), TV series (e.g. G-Force: Guardians Of Space) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1987?
- August 22, 1987: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1987?
- August 22, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1987?
What day of the week was August 22, 1987?
August 22, 1987 was a Saturday and it was the 234th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1987 can also be written as 8/22/1987 in the US and as 22/8/1987 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1987:
- Nintendo releases the legend of zelda for the nes in north america.
August 22, 1987: 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, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1987 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1987 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, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:02 am and setting at 07:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 1987.
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Who was born on August 22, 1987?
Famous people born on August 22, 1987:
- Maximilian Uriarte
Maximilian Uriarte is an American journalist and cartoonist best known for his comic strip "Terminal Lance", which satirizes the U.S.
- Zenya Chernyshova
A Russian actress known for her roles in television series and films.
- Jennifer Rourke
Jennifer Rourke is an American politician who has served as a member of the Rhode Island Senate since 2021.
- Apollo Crews
Professional wrestler currently signed to WWE.
- August Krogan-Roley
August Krogan-Roley is a former professional basketball player who excelled in the sport.
- Mischa Zverev
Mischa Zverev is a German professional tennis player.
- Leonardo Moracci
Italian footballer.
- Karlie Simon
English porn actress.
- Uhaa Nation
American wrestler.
- Josip Tadić
- Jaycen Taylor
- Richie Williams
- Micheal Azira
- Nikola Aistrup
- Tomohiko Murayama
- Lauren Paolini
- Mohammad Mousavi
- Melissa Bartolini
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'.
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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, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 8 months old,
or 440 months and 3 days old,
or 1913 weeks and 5 days old,
or 13396 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 1987.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 August 22, 1987?
There are 119 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, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1987.
August 22, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1987:
- Joseph P. Lash
American author and journalist (b. 1909).
- Arne Brustad
- Fabrizio Sarazani
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
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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, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1987:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1987:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1987 was Who's That Girl by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Who's That Girl
- Los Lobos - La Bamba
- Suzanne Vega - Luka
- Richard Marx - Don't Mean Nothing
- George Michael - I Want Your Sex
August 22, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Los Lobos - La Bamba
- Michael Jackson With Siedah Garrett - I Just Can't Stop Loving You
- Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
- Spagna - Call Me
August 22, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1987 was Casanova by Levert, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Levert - Casanova
- Natalie Cole - Jump Start
- Smokey Robinson - One Heartbeat
- Force M.D.'s - Love Is A House
- Georgio - Tina Cherry
August 22, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 1987 was Ahora Te Puedes Marchar by Luis Miguel, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Luis Miguel - Ahora Te Puedes Marchar
- Julio Iglesias - Lo Mejor De Tu Vida
- Amanda Miguel - El pecado
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Los Bukis - Tu carcel
August 22, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Dead
Release year: 1987
Directed by: John Huston
Starring: Anjelica Huston, Donal McCann, Helena Carroll, Cathleen Delany
The Last of England
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Derek Jarman
Starring: Tilda Swinton, Spencer Leigh, 'Spring' Mark Adley, Gerrard McArthur
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Firehouse
Release year: 1987
Directed by: J. Christian Ingvordsen
Starring: Gianna Palminteri, Martha Peterson, Renee Raiford, Gideon Fountain
August 22, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
G-Force: Guardians of Space
Release year: 1987
Fridolin
Release year: 1987
August 22, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Misery
By: Stephen King
This is the #1 national bestseller about a famous author held captive by his "number 1 fan" and suffering from a terrifying case of writer's blocks--which could prove fatal.
Everything To Gain
By: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
The transition from the White House into Plains, Georgia was difficult for Jimmy and Rosalynn. Everything to Gain is their warm and honest account of how they successfully adjusted to life.
And A Voice To Sing With
By: Joan Baez
* A perfect time to reissue: PBS will air a ninety minute primetime special on Joan Baez in October 2009. This is part of the Emmy Award-winning American Masters series.
Sarum
By: Edward Rutherfurd
SARUM, a masterpiece of epic proportions, is a novel that charts the turbulent history of English literature.
The Haunted Mesa
By: Louis L'Amour
They were called the Anasazi by the Navajo, which means "ancient enemy" and their abandoned cities haunt the plateaus and canyons of the Southwest.
August 22, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
The Fool's Errand
Castlevania II: Simon's Quest
Accolade's Comics
2400 A.D.
Deflektor
Who was the US President on August 22, 1987?
On August 22, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1987?
On August 22, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1987?
On August 22, 1987 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 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for August 1987?
August 1987 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.
