Saturday August 23, 1986: on this day

August 23, 1986 was the 235th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is August 23, 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 August 23, 1986, who was born and died on August 23, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. Papa Don't Preach by Madonna), movies (e.g. Blue Velvet, directed by David Lynch), TV series (e.g. Grand Prix Der Volksmusik) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 23, 1986?


August 23, 1986 was a Saturday and it was the 235th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 1986 can also be written as 8/23/1986 in the US and as 23/8/1986 in UK and Europe.

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August 23, 1986: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 23, 1986:

  • Rags closes at mark hellinger theater nyc after 4 performances
  • Vrijkomend vulkaangas kills 1500 people in nyos-more, cameroon

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August 23, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 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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Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 23, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 23, 1986 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 August 23, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 09:43 pm and setting at 11:23 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 19, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Sep 18, 1986.

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Who was born on August 23, 1986?


Famous people born on August 23, 1986:

  • Kim Feenstra
    Kim Feenstra

    Dutch actress and model.

  • Skyler Gordy (SkyBlue)

    Skyler gordy, also known as skyblue, is a musician and member of the electronic music group lmfao.

  • Ayron Jones

    American musician.

  • Sky Blu

    American producer and rapper (lmfao).

  • Neil Cicierega

    American comedian and musician.

  • Josh Morris

    Australian rugby league player.

  • Brett Morris

    Australian rugby league player.

  • Khosi Mokhesi

    Lesotho swimmer.

  • Vic Wild

    American-russian snowboarder.

  • Skyler Gordy

    Rapper.

  • Giuseppe Rossini
  • Jennifer Simpson
  • Lucas Vila
  • Catarina Wallenstein
  • Andra
  • Evandro Goebel
  • Aitor Fernández López
  • Dimar López

Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:

  • River Phoenix
    River Phoenix

    River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.

  • Kobe Bryant
    Kobe Bryant

    Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Barbara Eden
    Barbara Eden

    American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.

  • Rita Pavone
    Rita Pavone

    Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.

  • Rick Springfield
    Rick Springfield

    An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.

  • Shelley Long
    Shelley Long

    American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.

  • Jay Mohr
    Jay Mohr

    American comedian, actor, and radio host.

  • Vera Miles
    Vera Miles

    American actress and model miss kansas 1948.

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August 23, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 37 years 7 months old,

or 451 months and 27 days old,

or 1964 weeks and 6 days old,

or 13754 days old,

if you were born on August 23, 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 August 23, 1986?

There are 126 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 23, 1986.

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August 23, 1986: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 23, 1986:

  • Charles Janssens

    Belgian actor (mira malpertuis, malpertuis) dies at age 80.

  • Augusto Guzzo
  • Michail Kuznecov
  • Marvin Hatley

What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?

Famous deaths on August 23rd:

  • Rudolph Valentino
    Rudolph Valentino

    Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.

  • Lori Nelson
    Lori Nelson

    Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.

  • Kathleen Freeman
    Kathleen Freeman

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).

  • Brock Peters
    Brock Peters

    Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).

  • Adaria

    Renowned painter known for her abstract works.

  • Maebel Normand

    Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.

  • Kinser

    Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.

  • John Kendrew

    British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...

  • Essica Mitford

    Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.

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August 23, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 23, 1986:

  • Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
  • Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
  • Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
  • RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
  • Roman festivals - Vulcanalia

Observances on August 23, 1986:

  • International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
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August 23, 1986: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 23, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 23, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1986 was Papa Don't Preach by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Papa Don't Preach
  2. - Higher Love youtube
  3. - Venus youtube
  4. - Mad About You
  5. - Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II)

August 23, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1986 was The Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Lady In Red
  2. - I Want To Wake Up With You
  3. - Papa Don't Preach
  4. - So Macho / Cruising
  5. - Camouflage

August 23, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1986 was Do You Get Enough Love by Shirley Jones, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 23, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Do You Get Enough Love
  2. - Sweet Love
  3. - Give Me The Reason
  4. - Love Zone
  5. - Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent

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August 23, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 23, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Blue Velvet

Blue Velvet

Release year: 1986

Directed by: David Lynch

Starring: Isabella Rossellini, Kyle MacLachlan, Dennis Hopper, Laura Dern

Country: United States of America

River's Edge

River's Edge

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Tim Hunter

Starring: Crispin Glover, Keanu Reeves, Ione Skye, Daniel Roebuck

Extremities

Extremities

Release year: 1986

Directed by: Robert M. Young

Starring: Farrah Fawcett, James Russo, Alfre Woodard, Diana Scarwid

The Whoopee Boys

The Whoopee Boys

Release year: 1986

Directed by: John Byrum

Starring: Michael O'Keefe, Paul Rodriguez, Denholm Elliott, Carole Shelley

The Fly

The Fly

Release year: 1986

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel

Country: United States of America

August 23, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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:

Grand Prix der Volksmusik

Grand Prix der Volksmusik

Release year: 1986

August 23, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 23, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat by Oliver Sacks

The Man Who Mistook His Wife For A Hat

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The MAN WHO MISTOOK HIS WIFE FOR A HAT is a collection of twenty-four of Oliver Sacks’ most beloved and fascinating case studies.

Slaves Of New York by Tama Janowitz

Slaves Of New York

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The New York City denizens: artists, prostitutes and saints. They all want to be famous or in oblivion and are looking for love and acceptance.

A Light In The Attic by Shel Silverstein

A Light In The Attic

By:

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?

An Alien Affair by L. Ron Hubbard

An Alien Affair

By:

What are the Voltarians doing now? Fast women and fast cars. Voltarian Royal Officer Jettero Heller puts the pedal to the metal during a race against the clock

James Herriot'S Dog Stories by James Herriot

James Herriot'S Dog Stories

By:

This collection of stories is a special and heartwarming collection that James Herriot shares about his dogs and the amazing people and animals he has met.

August 23, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 23, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Aliens: The Computer Game

Aliens: The Computer Game

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Apple II, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Publisher: Activision

Alley Master

Alley Master

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports game

Publisher: Cinematronics

Chiller

Chiller

Platform: Arcade, Nintendo Entertainment System,

Genre: Light-gun games

Publisher: Exidy, American Game Cartridges (NES - US), HES (NES - Australia)

Lock-On

Lock-On

Platform: Arcade; IBM PC; Atari ST

Genre: First-person shooter Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Tatsumi (Japan) Data East (US)

Asterix and the Magic Cauldron

Asterix and the Magic Cauldron

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Melbourne House

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Who was the US President on August 23, 1986?

On August 23, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1986?

On August 23, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 23, 1986?

On August 23, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 23rd?

August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.

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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 August 1986?

August 1986 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.

Discover how August 1986 calendar looked like.

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