Wednesday August 24, 1983: on this day

August 24, 1983 was the 236th day of the year 1983, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 24, 1983 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 24, 1983, who was born and died on August 24, 1983, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1983, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Breath You Take by The Police), movies (e.g. Tenebre, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Vom Webstuhl Zur Weltmacht) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1983 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 24, 1983?


August 24, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 236th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 1983 can also be written as 8/24/1983 in the US and as 24/8/1983 in UK and Europe.

August 24, 1983 in August 1983 calendar

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August 24, 1983: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 24, 1983:

  • Cin red pete rose ends consecutive games played streak at 745
  • The old philadelphia arena is destroyed by arson.

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August 24, 1983: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th 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 24, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Pig personality and how the Water 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 24th, 1983 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 24, 1983: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 24, 1983 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1983 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 24, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 08:38 pm and setting at 07:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 23, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Sep 22, 1983.

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Who was born on August 24, 1983?


Famous people born on August 24, 1983:

  • Martha Higareda
    Martha Higareda

    Martha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.

  • Simone Pepe

    Simone pepe is an italian former professional footballer known for his time playing for juventus and the italian national team.

  • Tino Sabbatelli

    Former WWE wrestler and football player.

  • Brett Gardner

    New York Yankees outfielder known for his speed and defense.

  • Marcel Goc

    German ice hockey player.

  • George Perris

    Greek-french pianist and singer-songwriter.

  • Brittani Taylor

    Youtube star.

  • Maher Abu Remeleh

    Palestinian martial artist.

  • Annie Ilonzeh

    Actress.

  • Derek Ryan

    Country singer.

  • Antonio Campos
  • Pedro Calles
  • Leandro Domingues
  • Cyrille Monnerais
  • Odín Patiño
  • Paulo Roberto Sobrinho
  • Tullia Calzavara

Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:

  • Rupert Grint
    Rupert Grint

    Rupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.

  • Dave Chappelle
    Dave Chappelle

    Dave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.

  • Chad Michael Murray
    Chad Michael Murray

    Chad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...

  • Paulo Coelho
    Paulo Coelho

    Brazilian esoteric author.

  • Stephen Fry
    Stephen Fry

    British actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.

  • Anne Archer
    Anne Archer

    American actress.

  • Marlee Matlin
    Marlee Matlin

    American actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...

  • Pia Degermark
    Pia Degermark

    Swedish actress.

  • Takashi Miike
    Takashi Miike

    Japanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.

  • Jennifer Lien
    Jennifer Lien

    American producer and actress.

See more famous people and celebrities born on August 24th

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August 24, 1983: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 40 years 8 months old,

or 488 months and 1 day old,

or 2122 weeks and 1 day old,

or 14855 days old,

if you were born on August 24, 1983.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 24, 1983?

There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 24, 1983.

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August 24, 1983: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 24, 1983:

  • Kalevi Kotkas

    Estonian-finnish high jumper and discus thrower (d. 1983).

  • Scott Nearing

    American economist, educator, and activist (b. 1883).

  • Jack Somack

    Actor (ball four - stockard channing show), died at 64.

  • Shawn Lewis

    Jerry lee lewis' 5th wife, dies from methadone overdose.

What famous deaths happened on August 24th?

Famous deaths on August 24th:

  • Richard Attenborough
    Richard Attenborough

    English actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.

  • Julie Harris
    Julie Harris

    American actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.

  • Louis Prima
    Louis Prima

    American actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).

  • Jane Greer
    Jane Greer

    American singer and actress (d. 2001).

  • Jay Thomas
    Jay Thomas

    American actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).

  • Amanda Randolph
    Amanda Randolph

    Actress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.

  • Charlie Watts

    Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.

  • Sakae Mutsu

    Japanese statesman and diplomat.

  • Delancey

    Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.

  • Muriel Siebert

    Muriel Siebert was the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and founded the securities firm Muriel Siebert & Co.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th

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August 24, 1983: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 24, 1983:

  • Liberia: Flag Day
  • RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
  • Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
  • Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
  • Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
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August 24, 1983: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 24, 1983 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 24, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 24, 1983: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Every Breath You Take youtube
  2. - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
  3. - Maniac youtube
  4. - She Works Hard For The Money
  5. - Puttin' On The Ritz

August 24, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 24, 1983: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Give It Up
  2. - Gold
  3. - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
  4. - Club Tropicana
  5. - IOU

August 24, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1983 was Get It Right by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 24, 1983: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 24, 1983 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Get It Right
  2. - Freak-A-Zoid
  3. - Cold Blooded
  4. - Just Be Good To Me
  5. - Don't You Get So Mad

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August 24, 1983: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 24, 1983 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Tenebre

Tenebre

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Giuliano Gemma, Christian Borromeo, Mirella D'Angelo

Country: Italy

Zeder

Zeder

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Pupi Avati

Starring: Gabriele Lavia, Cesare Barbetti, Anne Canovas, Andrea Montuschi, Adolfo Belletti, Bob Tonelli, Marcello Tusco

Country: Italy

Women's Prison Massacre

Women's Prison Massacre

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Bruno Mattei

Starring: Laura Gemser, Gabriele Tinti, Ursula Flores, Maria Romano

Deathstalker

Deathstalker

Release year: 1983

Directed by: James Sbardellati

Starring: Rick Hill, Barbi Benton, Richard Brooker, Lana Clarkson

Getting It On

Getting It On

Release year: 1983

Directed by: William Olsen

Starring: Martin Yost, Heather Kennedy, Jeff Edmond, Kathy Brickmeier

August 24, 1983: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1983 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht

Vom Webstuhl zur Weltmacht

Release year: 1983

Moschops

Moschops

Release year: 1983

Directed by: Jim Trainor

August 24, 1983: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 24, 1983 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Lion by William Manchester

The Last Lion

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The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm spans the years 1940-1965. It was written shortly after Winston Churchill became Prime Minister. This is when Great Britain stood against the overwhelming power of Nazi Germany.

Working Out by Charles Hix

Working Out

By:

Do you want men to have rock-hard abs in a very short time? This book is perfect for that.

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book by Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda'S Workout Book

By:

Jane Fonda's Book of Workouts

White Gold Wielder by Stephen R. Donaldson

White Gold Wielder

By:

Thomas Covenant understood that, despite his failure at the Isle of The One Tree he needed to return to The Land to fight.

The Seduction Of Peter S. by Lawrence Sanders

The Seduction Of Peter S.

By:

Vintage paperback

August 24, 1983: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 24, 1983 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Chariot Race

Chariot Race

Platform: Commodore VIC-20

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Micro Antics

In Search of the Most Amazing Thing

In Search of the Most Amazing Thing

Platform: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore 64, DOS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Spinnaker Software

Elevator Action

Elevator Action

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Action, Platform game

Publisher: Taito Corporation

Computer Football Strategy Football Strategy

Computer Football Strategy Football Strategy

Platform: Commodore 64[2] Atari 8-bit family

Genre: Traditional sports (Arcade football)

Jr. Pac-Man

Jr. Pac-Man

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Commodore 64, DOS

Genre: Maze

Publisher: NA Bally Midway; NA Atari; NA/EU Namco

history

Who was the US President on August 24, 1983?

On August 24, 1983 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1983?

On August 24, 1983 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 24, 1983?

On August 24, 1983 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 24th?

August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
  • 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.

Find out more about August 24th

history

What happened in 1983?

1983 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Annie closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 2,377 performances
  • Sophisticated Ladies closes at Lunt-Fontanne NYC after 767 performances
  • Gaylord Perry joins Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton to reach 3,500 career strikeouts this season, he also wins his 1st game as a Royal

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What was the calendar for August 1983?

August 1983 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 1983 calendar looked like.

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