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August 24, 1989 was the 236th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 24, 1989 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, 1989, who was born and died on August 24, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx), movies (e.g. Francesco, directed by Liliana Cavani), TV series (e.g. Open House) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1989?
- August 24, 1989: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1989?
- August 24, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1989?
What day of the week was August 24, 1989?
August 24, 1989 was a Thursday and it was the 236th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1989 can also be written as 8/24/1989 in the US and as 24/8/1989 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1989:
- British brewery bass buys holiday inn hotel chain
- Pete rose is suspended from baseball for life for gambling
- Voyager 2 flies past neptune
- Colombian drug barons declare ''total war'' on the colombian government.
- Cincinnati reds manager pete rose is banned from baseball for gambling by commissioner a. bartlett giamatti.
- Tadeusz mazowiecki is chosen as the first non-communist prime minister in central and eastern europe.
August 24, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Snake personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 24, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1989 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1989 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, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 11:16 pm and setting at 04:22 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1989.
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Who was born on August 24, 1989?
Famous people born on August 24, 1989:
- Brittani Taylor
YouTube personality known for her journalism and entertainment content.
- Reynaldo
Brazilian footballer.
- Rocío Igarzábal
Argentinian actress and singer.
- Mike Kuza
Metal singer.
- Lianne La Havas
Musician.
- Tamara Csipes
- Tiago Galvão da Silva
- Richie Gray
- Naomi Johnson
- Vladislav Krjučkov
- Reynaldo dos Santos Silva
- Erik Shoji
- Josh Bynes
- Sisay Bancha
- Alexandre Dumoulin
- Siaka Bamba
- Vagner Antônio Brandalise
Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:
![Rupert Grint]()
Rupert GrintRupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.
![Dave Chappelle]()
Dave ChappelleDave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.
![Chad Michael Murray]()
Chad Michael MurrayChad 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 CoelhoBrazilian esoteric author.
![Stephen Fry]()
Stephen FryBritish actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.
![Martha Higareda]()
Martha HigaredaMartha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.
![Anne Archer]()
Anne ArcherAmerican actress.
![Marlee Matlin]()
Marlee MatlinAmerican 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 DegermarkSwedish actress.
![Takashi Miike]()
Takashi MiikeJapanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.
August 24, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 7 months old,
or 415 months and 26 days old,
or 1808 weeks and 1 day old,
or 12657 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 1989.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 24, 1989?
There are 127 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, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 24, 1989.
August 24, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1989:
- Felis Topolski
Polish-British artist known for his murals and paintings.
- Giovanni Panetta
- Jacques Godechot
- Gregory Rozakis
- Jimmy Littlejohn
- Domingo Pérez Minik
What famous deaths happened on August 24th?
Famous deaths on August 24th:
![Richard Attenborough]()
Richard AttenboroughEnglish actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.
![Julie Harris]()
Julie HarrisAmerican actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.
![Louis Prima]()
Louis PrimaAmerican actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).
![Jane Greer]()
Jane GreerAmerican singer and actress (d. 2001).
![Jay Thomas]()
Jay ThomasAmerican actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).
![Amanda Randolph]()
Amanda RandolphActress (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.
- Delancey
Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.
- Sakae Mutsu
Japanese statesman and diplomat.
- 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
August 24, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1989:
- 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
August 24, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 24, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1989 was Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 24, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
- Paula Abdul - Cold Hearted
- New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
- Gloria Estefan - Don't Wanna Lose You
- Bobby Brown - On Our Own
August 24, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1989 was Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 24, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
- Kylie Minogue - Wouldn't Change A Thing
- Lil' Louis - French Kiss
- Alice Cooper - Poison
- Martika - Toy Soldiers
August 24, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1989 was It's No Crime by Babyface, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 24, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Babyface - It's No Crime
- Stephanie Mills - Something In The Way (You Make Me Feel)
- The Isley Brothers - Spend The Night (Ce Soir)
- Teddy Riley Featuring Guy - My Fantasy (From "Do The Right Thing")
- Aretha Franklin/Whitney Houston - It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna Be
August 24, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 24, 1989 was BAILA MI RUMBA by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 24, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 24, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - BAILA MI RUMBA
- Ana Gabriel - Simplemente Amigos
- Luis Miguel - La Incondicional
- Roberto Carlos/Vicente Fernandez - Aunque mal paguen ellas
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
August 24, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Erik the Viking
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Terry Jones
Starring: Tim Robbins, John Cleese, Mickey Rooney, Eartha Kitt
Breaking In
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Bill Forsyth
Starring: Burt Reynolds, Casey Siemaszko, Sheila Kelley, Lorraine Toussaint
Relentless
Release year: 1989
Directed by: William Lustig
Starring: Judd Nelson, Robert Loggia, Leo Rossi, Meg Foster
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
August 24, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Open House
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Split Ends
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Dorothy Lyman
Tierparkgeschichten
Release year: 1989
August 24, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Win, Lose Or Die
By: John Gardner
The London Gazette announcement stated that Bond, James, Commander RNVR, was relieved from his current duties at Foreign Office. Promotion to Captain substantive rank and immediate return to active service. "
King Of The Night
By: Laurence Leamer
This candid and uncensored portrait of Johnny Carson is based on observations from ex-wives, partners, colleagues, family members, friends, and colleagues. It provides a close-up look at America's most well-known talk-show host.
From Beirut To Jerusalem
By: Thomas L. Friedman
"If you only have one book to read about the Middle East, this should be it." ---Seymour M. HershOne the most insightful books about the Middle East, From Beirut To Jerusalem.
The Andy Warhol Diaries
By: Pat Hackett
The 25th anniversary of Warhol's birth is celebrated with a new introduction to the bestseller. This includes a preface from Pat Hackett (Warhol's long-time friend and diarist), who discusses Warhol’s lasting cultural impact.
The Temple Of My Familiar
By: Alice Walker
The Temple of My Familiar was first published by Alice Walker in 1990. It spent over four months on The New York Times Bestseller List.
August 24, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
The Revenge of Shinobi
The Duel: Test Drive II
Crack Down
Avoid the Noid
Chip's Challenge
Who was the US President on August 24, 1989?
On August 24, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1989?
On August 24, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1989?
On August 24, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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.
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for August 1989?
August 1989 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.
