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May 22, 1986 was the 142nd day of the year 1986, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 22, 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 May 22, 1986, who was born and died on May 22, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 22, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. Greatest Love Of All by Whitney Houston), movies (e.g. Raw Deal, directed by John Irvin), TV series (e.g. A Very Peculiar Practice) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 22nd, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 22, 1986?
- May 22, 1986: What happened on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 22, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 22, 1986?
- May 22, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 22, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- May 22, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 22, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 22, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on May 22, 1986?
What day of the week was May 22, 1986?
May 22, 1986 was a Thursday and it was the 142nd day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 22, 1986 can also be written as 5/22/1986 in the US and as 22/5/1986 in UK and Europe.
May 22, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 22, 1986:
- Cher called david letterman an asshole on late night on nbc
May 22, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 22, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Tiger personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 22nd, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 22, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 22, 1986 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 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 May 22, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:07 pm and setting at 05:02 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 24, 1986 while the next full moon would come on May 23, 1986.
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Who was born on May 22, 1986?
Famous people born on May 22, 1986:
![Molly Ephraim]()
Molly EphraimTv actress.
- Julian Edelman
Former NFL wide receiver known for his success with the New England Patriots.
- Khan Osman
Co-founder of B12, an AI-powered web design company.
- Tatiana Volosozhar
Russian figure skater.
- Matt Jarvis
English international footballer.
- Thanduyise Khuboni
South african footballer.
- Holly Conrad
Youtube star.
- Luca Gentili
Italian footballer.
- Michele Grassano
- Hashemiyeh Motaghian Moavi
- Talal Al-Bloushi
- Eric Sogard
- Oleksij Torochtij
- A.Q. Shipley
- Collin Cowgill
- Ade Dagunduro
- Andé Dona Ndoh
Whose famous birthday is on May 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 22nd:
![Naomi Campbell]()
Naomi CampbellEnglish actress, singer, model and author.
![Bharat Gopy]()
Bharat GopyRenowned Malayalam film actor who appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films.
![Charles Aznavour]()
Charles AznavourFrench music has been a rage for many decades, and it still has a loyal following.
![Johnny Gill]()
Johnny GillJohnny gill is an r&b singer known for his solo career and as a member of the group new edition.
![George Best]()
George BestFootballer from northern ireland (d. 2005).
![Lucy Gordon]()
Lucy GordonBritish actress and model (born 1980).
![Susan Strasberg]()
Susan StrasbergAmerican actress, who made her film debut in 1954.
![Richard Benjamin]()
Richard BenjaminAmerican actor, on-screen since 1969.
![Alison Eastwood]()
Alison EastwoodClint eastwood's daughter; actress ("tightrope").
![Paul Winfield]()
Paul WinfieldAmerican actor (d. 2004).
May 22, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years 11 months old,
or 455 months and 5 days old,
or 1979 weeks and 2 days old,
or 13855 days old,
if you were born on May 22, 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 May 22, 1986?
There are 26 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 22, 1986.
May 22, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 22, 1986:
- Martin Gabel
Actor (thief marnie), dies aged 63.
- ʿUmar al-Tilmisānī
- Paolo Ricci
- James Gentle
What famous deaths happened on May 22nd?
Famous deaths on May 22nd:
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Margaret Rutherford]()
Margaret RutherfordEnglish actress (born in 1892).
![Rocky Graziano]()
Rocky GrazianoAmerican actor and boxer (d. 1990).
![Joan Davis]()
Joan DavisActress joan (i married joan) dies at 53 from a heart attack.
- Victor Hugo
French poet, writer, novelist and essayist.
- Joseth Roth
Joseth Roth was an American novelist and short story writer who is best known for his novels American Pastoral and The Human Stain.
- Kairyn Mack
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Johnchristopher Williams
Renowned composer known for his film scores.
- Dalessandro Manzoni
An Italian novelist and poet, considered one of the greatest writers of the Italian language.
- Harvin Langston
Harvin Langston was an American poet and a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance.
May 22, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 22, 1986:
- Victoria Day in Canada
- World Biodiversity Day.
- Republic of Yemen - National Day.
- National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka.
- National Maritime Day in the United States.([1])
Observances on May 22, 1986:
- International Day for Biological Diversity
Saints celebrated on May 22, 1986:
- Saint Humilita
- Saint Rita of Cascia
- Saint Atto
- Saint Emile
- Saint Fulk
- Saint Lupus
- Saint Romanus
- Saint Julia
- Saint Renata of Bavaria
May 22, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 22, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 19th and May 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 22, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 1986 was Greatest Love Of All by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 22, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 22, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All
- Madonna - Live To Tell
- Patti LaBelle - On My Own
- Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
- Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - If You Leave
May 22, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 22, 1986 was The Chicken Song by Spitting Image, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 22, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 22, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Spitting Image - The Chicken Song
- Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
- Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
- Level 42 - Lessons In Love
- Madonna - Live To Tell
May 22, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 1986 was On My Own by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 22, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 22, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
- The S.O.S. Band - The Finest
- Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All
- Atlantic Starr - If Your Heart Isn't In It
- Stephanie Mills - I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love
May 22, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 22, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Raw Deal
Release year: 1986
Directed by: John Irvin
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kathryn Harrold, Sam Wanamaker, Paul Shenar
Country: United States of America
Aakhree Raasta
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Bhagyaraj
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi, Jaya Prada, Om Shivpuri
Working Girls
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Lizzie Borden
Starring: Louise Smith, Ellen McElduff, Amanda Goodwin, Deborah Banks
Psycho III
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Anthony Perkins
Starring: Anthony Perkins, Diana Scarwid, Jeff Fahey, Roberta Maxwell
Big Trouble
Release year: 1986
Directed by: John Cassavetes
Starring: Peter Falk, Alan Arkin, Beverly D'Angelo, Charles Durning
May 22, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 22, 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:
A Very Peculiar Practice
Release year: 1986
Starring: Peter Davison, Graham Crowden, Barbara Flynn, David Troughton
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Magnus
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Benjamin Ree
Crossroads
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Walter Hill
May 22, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 22, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Handmaid'S Tale
By: Margaret Atwood
Who will be able to control the bodies of women in the future? Offred is a handmaid in Republic of Gilead. She could leave the home with the Commander and his wife.
The Enemy Within
By: L. Ron Hubbard
Earthlings: Beware! Are you aware of your enemies? Your neighbor? Your boss? Your butcher? Your wife? Only the Voltarians can tell for certain.
Break In
By: Dick Francis
Christmas "Kit", a Steeplechase jockey, has seen more than his fair share of close calls on and off the course. Trouble strikes close to home when there is a grudge between his parents.
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.
A Perfect Spy
By: John le Carré
Magnus Pym, over the course of his seemingly unreproachable life has been everything to everyone: a loving father, a trustworthy colleague, a loyal friend, and the perfect spy.
May 22, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 22, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ghost House
Miami Vice
Marksman Shooting & Trap Shooting Marksman Shooting / Trap Shooting / Safari Hunt
Cover art for the TurboGrafx-CD release
Labyrinth: The Computer Game
Who was the US President on May 22, 1986?
On May 22, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1986?
On May 22, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 22, 1986?
On May 22, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 22nd?
May 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - War in donbass - the ukrainian military reports that eight ukrainian soldiers were captured by prorussian fighters close to novotroyitske.
- 2018 - Southern damascus offensive (april-may 2018, syria): the syrian government declares damascus, its environs "completely safe" after taking yarmouk camp from isil and hajar al aswad.
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: the greater manchester police (gmp), reported that there were deadly explosions at manchester arena, manchester, england. this happened at the conclusion of ariana grande's dangerous woman tour performance. (bbc) (the guardian). the gmp confirmed that at least 19 people were killed and 50 more injured, and is treating it as a terrorist attack. no one immediately 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 May 1986?
May 1986 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.
