Thursday August 23, 1990: on this day

August 23, 1990 was the 235th day of the year 1990, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 23, 1990 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, 1990, who was born and died on August 23, 1990, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1990, which were the most popular songs (ex. Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Cadence, directed by Martin Sheen), TV series (e.g. Parenthood) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1990 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 23, 1990?


August 23, 1990 was a Thursday and it was the 235th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 1990 can also be written as 8/23/1990 in the US and as 23/8/1990 in UK and Europe.

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August 23, 1990: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 23, 1990:

  • Us begins call up of 46,000 reservists to the persian gulf
  • Armenia declares its independence from the soviet union.
  • West germany and east germany announce that they will unite on october 3.
  • Saddam hussein appears on iraqi state television with a number of western ''guests'' (actually hostages) to try to prevent the gulf war.
  • Northern ireland writer brian keenan is released from lebanon after being held hostage for nearly 5 years.

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August 23, 1990: 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, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1990 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 23, 1990: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 23, 1990 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1990 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, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 09:32 am and setting at 09:18 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1990.

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Who was born on August 23, 1990?


Famous people born on August 23, 1990:

  • Evolett Rossi

    Evolett Rossi is an Italian singer-songwriter known for her soulful and emotive performances.

  • Jackolyn Johnson

    Australian Olympic gold medalist swimmer.

  • Bradrick Fitzgerald

    Bradrick Fitzgerald is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter known for his soulful R&B music.

  • Ermin Bičakčić

    Ermin Bičakčić is a Bosnian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt.

  • Seth Curry

    Seth Curry is a talented basketball player who has made a name for himself in the NBA.

  • Mike Yastrzemski

    American baseball player.

  • Wesley Singerman

    American actor.

  • Trixie Mattel

    Reality star.

  • Taysom Hill
  • Ian Hummer
  • Mariama Jamanka
  • Darko Jukić
  • Andrej Koreškov
  • Reimond Manco
  • Ali Pakdaman
  • Laureano Rosas
  • Nercely Soto
  • Stefan Spirovski
  • Josefina Sruoga
  • Kendall Wesenberg

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, 1990: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 33 years 7 months old,

or 403 months and 6 days old,

or 1753 weeks and 1 day old,

or 12272 days old,

if you were born on August 23, 1990.

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, 1990?

There are 147 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, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 23, 1990.

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August 23, 1990: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 23, 1990:

  • David Rose

    English-american pianist, composer, and conductor (d. 1990).

  • Viktor Ivanovyč Zarec'kyj
  • Michele Ciafardini
  • Omero Tognon
  • Protogene Veronesi
  • Carlo II di Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg
  • Sergio Magaña
  • Antolín García

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.

  • Brock Peters
    Brock Peters

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

  • Kathleen Freeman
    Kathleen Freeman

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).

  • Adaria

    Renowned painter known for her abstract works.

  • 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...

  • Bruk Alemayehu

    Ethiopian politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

  • Bohden Poraj-Kosmider

    Polish military officer known for his service during World War II.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 23rd

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August 23, 1990: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 23, 1990:

  • 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, 1990:

  • International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
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August 23, 1990: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 23, 1990 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 23, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 23, 1990: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1990 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Vision Of Love
  2. - Come Back To Me
  3. - If Wishes Came True youtube
  4. - Unskinny Bop
  5. - Blaze Of Glory

August 23, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1990 was Turtle Power by Partners In Kryme, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 23, 1990: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1990 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Turtle Power
  2. - Tom's Diner
  3. - Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
  4. - Naked In The Rain
  5. - U Can't Touch This

August 23, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1990 was Jerk Out by The Time, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 23, 1990: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 23, 1990 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Jerk Out
  2. - Come Back To Me
  3. - My Kinda Girl
  4. - Do Me!
  5. - Feels Good

August 23, 1990: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 23, 1990 was Tengo Todo Excepto A Ti by Luis Miguel, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 23, 1990: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 23, 1990 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Tengo Todo Excepto A Ti
  2. - Amnesia
  3. - Gracias A Tu Amor
  4. - Ni Un Roce
  5. - Te Amo

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August 23, 1990: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 23, 1990 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Cadence

Cadence

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Martin Sheen

Starring: Charlie Sheen, Martin Sheen, Jay Brazeau, Matt Clark

The Hot Spot

The Hot Spot

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Dennis Hopper

Starring: Don Johnson, Virginia Madsen, Jennifer Connelly, Charles Martin Smith

The Comfort of Strangers

The Comfort of Strangers

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Starring: Christopher Walken, Rupert Everett, Natasha Richardson, Helen Mirren

American Ninja 4: The Annihilation

American Ninja 4: The Annihilation

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Cedric Sundstrom

Starring: Michael Dudikoff, David Bradley, James Booth, Dwayne Alexandre

Dances With Wolves

Dances With Wolves

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Kevin Costner

August 23, 1990: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1990 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Parenthood

Parenthood

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Ron Howard

The Last Laugh

The Last Laugh

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Kenny Young

Swamp Thing

Swamp Thing

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Wes Craven

Wish You Were Here

Wish You Were Here

Release year: 1990

Directed by: Kieran Darcy-Smith

Haywire

Haywire

Release year: 1990

Starring: Brad Slaight

Country: United States of America

August 23, 1990: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 23, 1990 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Stand by Stephen King

The Stand

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Stephen King's vision of a post-apocalyptic world in which the plague has destroyed all life and everyone is caught up in a conflict between good and bad remains riveting and plausible. A

Men At Work by George F. Will

Men At Work

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In his classic tribute to America's pastime--now with a new introduction--political commentator, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and lifelong sports enthusiast George F.

Barbarians At The Gate by Bryan  Burrough and John Helyar

Barbarians At The Gate

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"One of the most compelling and powerful accounts of what happened in corporate America and Wall Street during the 1980's ."--New York Times Book ReviewA #1 New York Times bestseller, and perhaps the best.

September by Rosamunde Pilcher

September

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You will never forget Rosemunde Pilcher's Scotland...where greenery flourishes, bills are purple and the lochs sparkle with the bright blue sky.

Hammerheads by Dale Brown

Hammerheads

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Dale Brown, a best-selling author, tackles the controversial topic of America's drug war. The U.S. government has created an all-new drug-defense agency--Hammerheades--that will never make the war against drugs the same.

August 23, 1990: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 23, 1990 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Elemental Master

Elemental Master

Platform: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis

Genre: Shoot 'em up

E-Motion

E-Motion

Platform: Amiga Amstrad CPC Atari ST Commodore 64 DOS ZX Spectrum Game Boy

Genre: Strategy, action, puzzle

Publisher: NA Accolade; EU U.S. Gold

Duck Maze

Duck Maze

Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System

Genre: Platform, Puzzle

Publisher: HES Interactive

Deliverance: Stormlord II

Deliverance: Stormlord II

Platform: Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Platformer

Publisher: Hewson Consultants

Assault City

Assault City

Platform: Sega Master System

Genre: Rail shooter

Publisher: Sega

history

Who was the US President on August 23, 1990?

On August 23, 1990 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1990?

On August 23, 1990 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 23, 1990?

On August 23, 1990 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.

Find out more about August 23rd

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What happened in 1990?

1990 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Houston scores most points against Cleveland, Oilers 58, Browns 14
  • Oakland Athletics sweep Red Sox in 4 games to win ALCS
  • New York City MTA stops token redemption at subway stations

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What was the calendar for August 1990?

August 1990 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 1990 calendar looked like.

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