Thursday May 23, 1991: on this day

May 23, 1991 was the 143rd day of the year 1991, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 23, 1991 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 23, 1991, who was born and died on May 23, 1991, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 1991, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Don't Wanna Cry by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. City Slickers, directed by Ron Underwood), TV series (e.g. All Good Things) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 1991 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 23, 1991?


May 23, 1991 was a Thursday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1991 can also be written as 5/23/1991 in the US and as 23/5/1991 in UK and Europe.

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May 23, 1991: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 23, 1991:

  • San diego sockers win fourth consecutive major soccer league championship.
  • Us supreme court bars subsidized clinics from discussing abortion.
  • Last cuban troops leave angola.

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May 23, 1991: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd 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 23, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Goat personality and how the Metal 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 May 23rd, 1991 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 23, 1991: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 23, 1991 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1991 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 23, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 03:45 pm and setting at 02:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1991 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1991.

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Who was born on May 23, 1991?


Famous people born on May 23, 1991:

  • Lenia Meyer-Landrut

    German singer who gained fame after winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2010.

  • Trinity K. Bonet

    Talented drag performer known for her charisma and style.

  • Aaron Donald

    Defensive tackle for the Los Angeles Rams, known for his dominance on the field.

  • César Pinares

    Chilean footballer.

  • Daniel Hemetsberger
  • Héctor Hernández Ortega
  • Hebert Medeiros dos Santos
  • Lena
  • Ryō Nagai
  • Genevieve Orlandini
  • Suguru Osako
  • James Reed
  • Marko Šćepović
  • Sarah Jarosz
  • Miroslav Kirov
  • Emil Berger
  • Nadine Alexandra Dewi Ames

Whose famous birthday is on May 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 23rd:

  • Joan Collins
    Joan Collins

    British actress and beautiful teen model.

  • Drew Carey
    Drew Carey

    American comedian, actor, and writer.

  • Rosemary Clooney
    Rosemary Clooney

    American singer and actress, who was likable, beautiful, and became a big hit in the 1950s.

  • Artie Shaw
    Artie Shaw

    American jazz clarinetist, composer, bandleader (born 1910).

  • Tom Tykwer
    Tom Tykwer

    German filmmaker producer screenwriter and composer.

  • Ulla Jacobsson
    Ulla Jacobsson

    Swedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.

  • Deborah Adair
    Deborah Adair

    Actress (tracey dynasty and kate-day of our life).

  • Betty Garrett
    Betty Garrett

    American actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.

  • Barbara Barrie
    Barbara Barrie

    American actor and author.

  • Johnny Ball
    Johnny Ball

    English radio and television host.

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May 23, 1991: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 32 years 10 months old,

or 394 months and 6 days old,

or 1714 weeks and 1 day old,

or 11999 days old,

if you were born on May 23, 1991.

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 23, 1991?

There are 55 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 23, 1991.

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May 23, 1991: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 23, 1991:

  • Maximilian Kempff

    Maximilian Kempff was a German classical pianist and composer who was known for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Brahms, and...

  • Jean Van Houtte

    Belgian academic and politician, 50th prime minister of belgium (d. 1991).

  • Fletcher Markle

    Canadian director, screenwriter, and producer (b. 1921).

  • Wilhelm Kempff

    German composer, pianist, and teacher of music.

  • William Sinnot

    At the age of 30, shamen, a scottish pop singer, dies.

  • Peter T Thwaites

    British brigadier general/playwright (love and money).

  • Luigi Faggioni
  • Piero Guarino
  • Gino Giaroli
  • Edmond Michiels
  • René Lefèvre

What famous deaths happened on May 23rd?

Famous deaths on May 23rd:

  • Roger Moore
    Roger Moore

    British actor.

  • Sterling Hayden
    Sterling Hayden

    American actor and author.

  • Anne Meara
    Anne Meara

    American actress, comedian and playwright (b. 1929).

  • Patrick Cargill
    Patrick Cargill

    Actor (up pompeii and magic christian), dies aged 77.

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    American actor, singer, and producer (b. 1898).

  • Moms Mabley
    Moms Mabley

    American comedian and actor (b. 1894).

  • Dorothy Hyson
    Dorothy Hyson

    Actress (spare a copper sing as we go), is killed at 81.

  • Nydia Westman
    Nydia Westman

    Actress (going my way young mr bobbins) dies at the age of 68.

  • John D. Rockefeller

    American business magnate and philanthropist, founder of the Standard Oil Company and one of the wealthiest people in history.

  • Kawena Pukui

    Kawena Pukui was a renowned Hawaiian linguist and ethnographer who made significant contributions to the preservation and understanding of...

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May 23, 1991: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 23, 1991:

  • World Turtle Day
  • Discordianism: Day of Disunity
  • Bahá'f Faith: Declaration of the Báb

Observances on May 23, 1991:

  • International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

Saints celebrated on May 23, 1991:

  • Saint Desiderius
  • Saint Guibert of Gemblours
  • Saint Montana
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May 23, 1991: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 23, 1991 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 20th and May 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 23, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1991 was I Don't Wanna Cry by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 23, 1991: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 23, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Don't Wanna Cry youtube
  2. - Touch Me (All Night Long)
  3. - More Than Words
  4. - I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)
  5. - Rhythm Of My Heart

May 23, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1991 was The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss) by Cher, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 23, 1991: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 23, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)
  2. - Last Train To Trancentral
  3. - Sailing On The Seven Seas
  4. - Gypsy Woman (La Da Dee)
  5. - Senza Una Donna (Without A Woman)

May 23, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 1991 was Kissing You by Keith Washington, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 23, 1991: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 23, 1991 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Kissing You
  2. - I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")
  3. - I Don't Want To Lose Your Love
  4. - Your Love - Part 2
  5. - Playground

May 23, 1991: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 23, 1991 was Mi Deseo by Los Bukis, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 23, 1991: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 23, 1991 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Mi Deseo
  2. - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
  3. - No He Podido Verte
  4. - No Basta
  5. - Herida

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May 23, 1991: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 23, 1991 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

City Slickers

City Slickers

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Ron Underwood

Starring: Billy Crystal, Jack Palance, Daniel Stern, Bruno Kirby

Country: United States of America

Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead

Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Stephen Herek

Starring: Christina Applegate, Joanna Cassidy, John Getz, Josh Charles

Country: United States of America

Mediterraneo

Mediterraneo

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Gabriele Salvatores

Starring: Gabriele Salvatores, Diego Abatantuono, Claudio Bigagli, Giuseppe Cederna, Claudio Bisio, Gigio Alberti, Vanna Barba, Ugo Conti, Antonio Catania, Irene Grazioli, Luigi Montini, Vasco Mirandola

Country: Italy

The Big Slice

The Big Slice

Release year: 1991

Directed by: John Bradshaw

Starring: Casey Siemaszko, Leslie Hope, Louis Ferreira, Kenneth Welsh

The Killing Zone

The Killing Zone

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Addison Randall

Starring: Deron McBee, Armando Silvestre, James Dalesandro, Melissa Moore

May 23, 1991: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 23, 1991 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

All Good Things

All Good Things

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Andrew Jarecki

Vorsicht! Falke!

Vorsicht! Falke!

Release year: 1991

The Astronomers

The Astronomers

Release year: 1991

Starring: Vera C. Rubin, Tony Tyson, John Lowry Dobson, John E. Conway

Country: United States of America

Swamp Thing

Swamp Thing

Release year: 1991

Directed by: Wes Craven

Separate But Equal

Separate But Equal

Release year: 1991

May 23, 1991: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 23, 1991 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Aspen Gold by Janet Dailey

Aspen Gold

By:

Kit Masters was born on an Aspen ranch and raised there. She left Hollywood to pursue acting, but she is a strong believer in family and loyalty.

Heartbeat by Danielle Steel

Heartbeat

By:

Bill Thigpen was so focused on his career that he didn't notice his marriage crumble.

Sleepwalking Through History by Haynes Johnson

Sleepwalking Through History

By:

Haynes Johnson's book is a brilliantly readable account of the key moments in a decade. The poor became homeless, while the wealthy adopted the new religion.

How To Make An American Quilt by Whitney Otto

How To Make An American Quilt

By:

"Remarkable...A strong affirmation of individual lives and their power, and how they can help to fit together. "THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEWA moving and extraordinary reading experience, HOW to MAKE

Bright Captivity by Eugenia Price

Bright Captivity

By:

The story of the richness and turmoil of Georgia's St.

May 23, 1991: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 23, 1991 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Fascination

Fascination

Platform: Amiga, Atari ST, DOS

Genre: Graphic adventure game

Publisher: Coktel Vision Digital Integration

Game Boy Wars

Game Boy Wars

Platform: Game Boy

Genre: turn-based tactics

Publisher: Nintendo

Castle of Dr. Brain

Castle of Dr. Brain

Platform: Amiga, DOS, Mac OS, NEC PC-9801

Genre: Educational, Puzzle, Adventure.

Publisher: Sierra On-Line

Conan

Conan

Platform: NES

Genre: Action

Publisher: Mindscape

Amazing Tater

Amazing Tater

Platform: Game Boy

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Atlus

history

Who was the US President on May 23, 1991?

On May 23, 1991 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1991?

On May 23, 1991 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 23, 1991?

On May 23, 1991 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 23rd?

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

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war, northwestern syria offensive (april 2019-present). sky news journalist alex crawford is shot by tanks of the syrian army in hbit, idlib governorate. they are covering the fighting. their guide bilal abdul kareem is badly injured from shrapnel to the chest.
  • 2018 - Transport in iran: truck owners and drivers from iran start striking in seven provinces in protest at poor working conditions.
  • 2017 - After the manchester arena bombing, campaigning for the united kingdom general elections is suspended. 22 people have been killed and 59 others were injured. isil claims responsibility. ariana grande, singer and actress, suspends dangerous woman tour. (ap), (bbc),

Find out more about May 23rd

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What happened in 1991?

1991 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Afghanistan / Pakistan hit by earthquake, 1,200 die
  • US Air and Skywest Fairchild jet collide at LA Airport killing 32
  • New Dutch Regulations Traffic rules and Traffic signs enforced

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What was the calendar for May 1991?

May 1991 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.

Discover how May 1991 calendar looked like.

Thursday May 23, 1991