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August 23, 1995 was the 235th day of the year 1995, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 23, 1995 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, who was born and died on August 23, 1995, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1995, which were the most popular songs (ex. Kiss From A Rose by Seal), movies (e.g. La Cérémonie, directed by Claude Chabrol), TV series (e.g. High Sierra Search and Rescue) and books back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1995 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1995?
- August 23, 1995: What happened on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1995?
- August 23, 1995: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 23, 1995?
- What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1995?
- August 23, 1995: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1995: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1995: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- August 23, 1995: What was the lunar phase on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1995?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1995?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1995?
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What day of the week was August 23, 1995?
August 23, 1995 was a Wednesday and it was the 234th day of the year 1995 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1995 can also be written as 8/23/1995 in the US and as 23/8/1995 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1995: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1995:
- Larry Hagman receives a liver transplant
August 23, 1995: What were the magazines covers that day?
Browse the vintage magazine covers from August 23, 1995
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August 23, 1995: What were the main match results that day?
Premier League
UK Soccer- Coventry - Man City : 2 - 1
- Everton - Arsenal : 0 - 2
- Man United - West Ham : 2 - 1
- Nott'm Forest - Chelsea : 0 - 0
- QPR - Wimbledon : 0 - 3
Eredivisie
Football (Netherlands)- Groningen - For Sittard : 2 - 0
Who was born on August 23, 1995?
Famous people born on August 23, 1995:
- Chrissy Costanza
Pop Singer.
- Lil Lonnie
Rapper.
- Vlada Kubassova
Estonian footballer.
- Dua Lipa
Musician.
- Dani Romera Andújar
- Rolandas Baravykas
- Eliza Pineda
Singer and actress from the Philippines.
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
- Leslie van Houten
Leslie van Houten is known for being a former member of the Manson Family cult and her involvement in the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders in...
- Dalton Reed
Dalton Reed is a renowned singer known for his soulful voice and chart-topping hits.
- The Hague (Netherlands)
The Hague is a city in the Netherlands known for being the seat of the Dutch government and the International Court of Justice.
- Jeremy Lin
Jeremy Lin is an American professional basketball player known for his unexpected rise to stardom with the New York Knicks in 2012, sparking...
August 23, 1995: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 28 years 3 months old,
or 339 months and 9 days old,
or 1475 weeks and 3 days old,
or 10328 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1995.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 23, 1995?
There are 265 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, 1995?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 23, 1995.
August 23, 1995: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people who died on August 23, 1995:
- James Pilditch
Designer dies at 66.
- Vincent Gordon Lindsay White
Tycoon dies at 72.
- Dwayne Goettel
Canadian musician (Skinny Puppy)(Born 1964).
- Arthur Holt
Politician dies at 81.
- Dwayne Rudolph Goettel
Musician dies at 31.
- Hedda J Garza
At 66, a writer and political activist dies.
- Alfred Eisenstaedt in Oak Bluffs
Massachusetts, born in Dirschau in Germany; photojournalist.
- Johnny Carey
Manager and footballer from Ireland (d. 1995).
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
- Didier Pironi
French driving racer (Formula 1 and off-shore pilot.
- R D Laing
Scottish psychiatrist (Born 1927).
- Hoot Gibson
Actor on silent screen as a cowboy (Last Outlaw), passes away at 70.
- Norman Wexler
American playwright, screenwriter and author.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 23rd
August 23, 1995: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23, 1995 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.
August 23, 1995: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1995 is Pig and the associated element is Wood.
Discover the Pig personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
August 23, 1995: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1995:
- 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, 1995:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1995: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1995 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1995 was Kiss From A Rose by Seal, according to the music chart for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th.
August 23, 1995: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1995 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Seal - Kiss From A Rose
- TLC - Waterfalls
- Shaggy - Boombastic
- Vanessa Williams - Colors Of The Wind
- All-4-One - I Can Love You Like That
August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1995 was Never Forget by Take That, according to the music chart for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th.
August 23, 1995: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1995 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Take That - Never Forget
- The Outhere Brothers - Boom Boom Boom
- Seal - Kiss From A Rose / I'm Alive
- Blur - Country House
- TLC - Waterfalls
August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1995 was Boombastic/In The Summertime by Shaggy, according to the R&B music chart for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th.
August 23, 1995: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1995 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Shaggy - Boombastic/In The Summertime
- MoKenStef - He's Mine
- The Notorious B.I.G. - One More Chance/Stay With Me
- Faith Evans - You Used To Love Me
- D'Angelo - Brown Sugar
August 23, 1995: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 23, 1995 was Tu Solo Tu by Selena, according to the Latin music chart for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th.
August 23, 1995: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 23, 1995 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week Aug 21st and Aug 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Selena - Tu Solo Tu
- Selena - I Could Fall In Love
- Julio Iglesias - Agua Dulce, Agua Sala
- Marco Antonio Solis y Los Bukis - Sera Mejor Que Te Vayas
- Juan Gabriel - El Palo
August 23, 1995: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1995 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La Cérémonie
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Claude Chabrol
Starring: Isabelle Huppert, Sandrine Bonnaire, Jacqueline Bisset, Jean-Pierre Cassel
Mighty Aphrodite
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Woody Allen
Starring: Woody Allen, Mira Sorvino, Pamela Blair, Rene Ceballos
Stonewall
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Nigel Finch
Starring: Guillermo Díaz, Frederick Weller, Brendan Corbalis, Duane Boutte
Jane Eyre
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli
Starring: Charlotte Gainsbourg, William Hurt, Maria Schneider, Anna Paquin, Geraldine Chaplin, Joan Plowright, Elle Macpherson, John Wood (II), Fiona Shaw, Leanne Rowe, Billie Whitelaw, Samuel West
Country: Italy
Drunks
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Peter Cohn
Starring: Richard Lewis, Liza Harris, Liam Ahern, George Martin
August 23, 1995: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1995 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
High Sierra Search and Rescue
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Russ Mayberry
Kurukshetra
Release year: 1995
Directed by: H. R. Bhargava
Nowhere Man
Release year: 1995
Country: United States of America
August 23, 1995: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1995 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Rose Madder
By: Stephen King
This #1 bestseller is about a woman who escapes from an abusive marriage. It's "one of Stephen King’s most gripping horror novels." Relentlessly paced and brilliantly orchestrated...fueled
Politically Correct Bedtime Stories
By: James Finn Garner
14 timeless fairy tales are reworked and updated to make them relevant for modern times. This collection is guaranteed to bring out laughter and reflection.
Insomnia
By: Stephen King
"A #1 national bestseller"--"A yarn so filled with suspense and romance, literary reference. fascinating miscellaneous knowledge. And heart that only Stephen King could write it." "Sleep is marvellous--that's, full of wonders." (Booklist).
The Book Of Virtues
By: William J. Bennett
Responsibility. Courage. Compassion. Honesty. Friendship. Persistence. Faith. These traits are essential for good character. We must show our children examples in order to encourage them to acquire these traits.
The Bridges of Madison County
By: Robert James Waller
This is the legendary love story that became the best-selling hardcover novel and the main motion picture starring Clint Eastwood & Meryl Streep. This is the story about Robert Kincaid, a photographer and free spirit who searches for Madison County's …
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August 23, 1995: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 1995 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cyber Troopers Virtual-On:Operation Moongate
Allied General
Darxide
Worms
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August 23, 1995: What was the lunar phase on that day?
Lunar phase
The lunar phase on August 23, 1995 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1995 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, 1995 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 03:45 am and setting at 06:34 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 1995 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1995.
Who was the US President on August 23, 1995?
On August 23, 1995 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1995?
On August 23, 1995 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1995?
On August 23, 1995 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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.
What happened in 1995?
1995 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sinn Fein party leader, Gerry Adams, arrives in US
- Howard Stern gets in trouble for disparaging remarks about Selena
- Gentlemen Prefer Blondes opens at Lyceum Theater NYC for 24 performances
What was the calendar for August 1995?
August 1995 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.
