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June 23, 1988 was the 175th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is June 23, 1988 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 23, 1988, who was born and died on June 23, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 23, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson), movies (e.g. Coming to America, directed by John Landis), TV series (e.g. Brainstorm) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 23rd, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 23, 1988?
- June 23, 1988: What happened on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 23, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 23, 1988?
- June 23, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 23, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- June 23, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 23, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 23, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 23, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on June 23, 1988?
What day of the week was June 23, 1988?
June 23, 1988 was a Thursday and it was the 175th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 23, 1988 can also be written as 6/23/1988 in the US and as 23/6/1988 in UK and Europe.
June 23, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 23, 1988:
- Charlotte hornets and miami heat begin their nba expansion draft.
- Nasa scientist james hansen testifies to the senate that man-made global warming had begun.
June 23, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 23, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 23rd, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 23, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 23, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 1988 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 June 23, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 02:19 pm and setting at 01:24 am.
The previous full moon was on May 31, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Jun 29, 1988.
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Who was born on June 23, 1988?
Famous people born on June 23, 1988:
![Isabella Leong]()
Isabella LeongHong kong-born macau singer, actress, and model.
- Dvora Meyers
American artistic gymnast known for her unique routines on the uneven bars.
- Persephonie Athena
Talented gymnast known for her grace and precision in routines.
- Onur Kaya
Onur Kaya is a Turkish professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe.
- Chet Faker
Chet faker, also known as nick murphy, is an australian musician known for his soulful electronic music and captivating live performances.
- Lathaniel Rodgers-Jones
Lathaniel Rodgers-Jones is a British sprinter who specializes in the 100 and 200 meters.
- Mirelle Heijkoop
Mirelle Heijkoop is a Dutch former professional volleyball player who played as a middle blocker.
- Chellsie Memmel
American gymnast.
- JD Witherspoon
Youtube star.
- Anna Duggar
Reality star.
- Anselmo Ramon
- Simão Mate Junior
- Andrej Sinicyn
- Aljaksandra Tarasava
- Torell Troup
- Alex Green
- Carlos Javier Acuña
- P. J. Boudousqué
- Michael Farfán
- Gabriel Farfán
Whose famous birthday is on June 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 23rd:
![Hamza Abbasi]()
Hamza AbbasiHamza abbasi is a pakistani tv actor known for his roles in popular tv dramas and for his outspoken views on social and political issues.
![Frances McDormand]()
Frances McDormandFrances mcdormand is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films such as fargo, three billboards outside ebbing,...
![June Carter Cash]()
June Carter CashAmerican singer and musician (born 1929).
![Melissa Rauch]()
Melissa RauchMelissa rauch is a tv actress best known for her role as bernadette rostenkowski-wolowitz on the popular sitcom the big bang theory.
![Joel Edgerton]()
Joel EdgertonJoel edgerton is an australian actor known for his roles in films such as warrior, the great gatsby, and loving.
![Joss Whedon]()
Joss WhedonAmerican director, producer, and screenwriter.
![Bob Fosse]()
Bob FosseAmerican choreographer, dancer and director of film with a 40-year career.
![Bryan Brown]()
Bryan BrownActor from ausra who made his international debut in the 1980 movie "breaker morant".
![Louis Seigner]()
Louis SeignerMathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.
![Irene Worth]()
Irene WorthAmerican actress (d. 2002).
June 23, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 10 months old,
or 430 months
or 1869 weeks and 5 days old,
or 13088 days old,
if you were born on June 23, 1988.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 June 23, 1988?
There are 61 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 23, 1988.
June 23, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 23, 1988:
- M Gregor-Dellin
Writer.
- Evert Werkman
Dutch journalist het parool dies at 73.
- Dayton Lummis
Actor (moonfire and flight that disappeared).
- Henry Murray
- Koko Cárdenas
- Andrei Glanzmann
- Dante Alimenti
What famous deaths happened on June 23rd?
Famous deaths on June 23rd:
![Peter Falk]()
Peter FalkPeter falk was an american actor best known for his role as the detective columbo in the television series of the same name.
![Zarah Leander]()
Zarah LeanderSwedish actress and singer leander.
![Maureen O'Sullivan]()
Maureen O'SullivanMaureen O'Sullivan was an Irish-American actress best known for playing Jane in the 'Tarzan' film series.
![Dick Van Patten]()
Dick Van PattenAmerican tv, stage and tv actor best known for his tv series "eight is enough" 1977-1981.
![Buster Merryfield]()
Buster MerryfieldBritish actor (born 1920).
![Mary Boland]()
Mary BolandActress (boy trouble new moon) dies at 83.
![Fay Holden]()
Fay HoldenActress (mother – andy hardy films), who dies at the age of 77.
- Jonas Salk
American scientist, immunologist and biologist.
- Johathon Salk
Developed the first successful polio vaccine.
- Richard Matheson
Renowned author known for his contributions to horror and science fiction genres.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 23rd
June 23, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 23, 1988:
- J??i (L?go) - Latvia
- The Happiest day of the year is June 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [4]
- National holiday - Luxembourg
- Midsummer's Eve, Christianized the eve of the feast of Saint John the Baptist, is celebrated in much of Northern Europe and the British Islands
- Victory Day - Estonia
- Father's Day - Poland
Observances on June 23, 1988:
- International Widows' Day
- United Nations Public Service Day
Saints celebrated on June 23, 1988:
- Saint Jonas Day - Lithuania
June 23, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 23, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 20th and June 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 1988 was Foolish Beat by Debbie Gibson, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Debbie Gibson - Foolish Beat
- Michael Jackson - Dirty Diana
- Rick Astley - Together Forever (Remix)
- The Jets - Make It Real
- Cheap Trick - The Flame
June 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 23, 1988 was With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home by Wet Wet Wet / Billy Bragg With Cara Tivey, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wet Wet Wet / Billy Bragg With Cara Tivey - With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home
- The Timelords - Doctorin' The Tardis
- Bros - I Owe You Nothing
- Kylie Minogue - Got To Be Certain
- Desireless - Voyage Voyage
June 23, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 1988 was Joy by Teddy Pendergrass, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Teddy Pendergrass - Joy
- George Michael - One More Try
- Prince - Alphabet St.
- Sade - Paradise
- James Brown - I'm Real
June 23, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on June 23, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on June 23, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Yuri - QUE TE PASA
- Raphael - TOCO MADERA
- Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine - Todo Por Ti
- Emmanuel - LA ULTIMA LUNA
- Isabel Pantoja - QUERIENDO Y NO
June 23, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 23, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Coming to America
Release year: 1988
Directed by: John Landis
Starring: Eddie Murphy, Paul Bates, Garcelle Beauvais, Feather
Country: United States of America
Pumpkinhead
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Stan Winston
Starring: Lance Henriksen, Jeff East, John D'Aquino, Kimberly Ross
Top Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Nello Rossati
Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez
Country: Italy
Aenigma
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Iguana
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso
Country: Italy
June 23, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 23, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Brainstorm
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Douglas Trumbull
The Big Picture
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Lartigau
June 23, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 23, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Freaky Deaky
By: Elmore Leonard
"Wonderfully wicked...a pedal-to the-metal romp." --Chicago TribuneEx-counter-culture SDS revolutionaries from Chicago decide to make bomb-making and detonating a business venture in Elmore Leonard's explosive and electrifying masterclass.
For The Record
By: Donald T. Regan
Donald T. Regan's provocative memoir is a stunningly insightful look into the inner workings of the Reagan Administration.
Show Time
By: Pat Riley
Los Angeles Lakers head coach, Bob Marr, shares the inside story of 1986-87 championship season. He also reveals his strategies and gives his opinions on celebrity fans and star players.
People Like Us
By: Dominick Dunne
Before they had Too Much Money the people of Dominick Dunne’s gossipy New York Times bestseller novels were People Like Us.
June 23, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 23, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ataxx
Kings of the Beach
Hostages
Dead Angle
The Colony
Who was the US President on June 23, 1988?
On June 23, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 23, 1988?
On June 23, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 23, 1988?
On June 23, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about June 23rd?
June 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of June. 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 June 23rd, such as:
- 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present: houthis launch an attack that kills one syrian and injures 21 others. this attack is at abha international airport. it was previously attacked with a ballistic weapon two weeks ago. (reuters) there are reports that another attack has occurred at jizan airport. however, there have been no confirmation. (business insider). houthis warn of more attacks if saudi arabia continues to escalate its aggression in yemen.
- 2018 - Eastern daraa offensive (june 2018, syria): the syrian government launched a ground offensive in eastern daraa, the southern province.
- 2017 - War in north-west pakistan: multiple bombings in june 2017 at a parachinar market kill at least 37 and injure more than 150 others. (radio free europe/radio liberty). (al jazeera). a suicide car bombing occurs at a quetta police checkpoint, killing at least 13.
What happened in 1988?
1988 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
- John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
- Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances
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What was the calendar for June 1988?
June 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
