Thursday December 24, 1987: on this day

December 24, 1987 was the 358th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is December 24, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 24, 1987, who was born and died on December 24, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 24, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Faith by George Michael), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Finders Keepers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 24th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 24, 1987?


December 24, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 358th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 24, 1987 can also be written as 12/24/1987 in the US and as 24/12/1987 in UK and Europe.

December 24, 1987 in December 1987 calendar

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December 24, 1987: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 24, 1987:

  • In the usa, the illinois state lottery draw for us$39.5 million is split between four winners.

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December 24, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 24th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 24, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 24, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 24th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 24, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 24, 1987 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 24, 1987 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 December 24, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 10:37 am and setting at 10:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 05, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Jan 04, 1988.

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Who was born on December 24, 1987?


Famous people born on December 24, 1987:

  • Aniken Nakamura

    Renowned Japanese chess player and former World Chess Champion.

  • Aisling Daly

    Aisling Daly is a retired MMA fighter known for her successful career in the sport.

  • Jane Summersett

    American ice dancer.

  • Brooke Westbrooks

    Reality star.

  • Victoire Belezy
  • Hugo Tout Seul
  • Thomas Zündel
  • Matías Cahais
  • Alex Giorgetti
  • Aaron Gwin
  • Nicole Matteoni
  • Bessam
  • Antonio Jesús Regal Angulo

Whose famous birthday is on December 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 24th:

  • Ricky Martin
    Ricky Martin

    Puerto-rican singer.

  • Ava Gardner
    Ava Gardner

    American actress.

  • Stephenie Meyer
    Stephenie Meyer

    Young adult author.

  • Mark Valley
    Mark Valley

    American actor.

  • Lee Daniels
    Lee Daniels

    Director.

  • Diedrich Bader
    Diedrich Bader

    American actor.

  • Satomi Ishihara
    Satomi Ishihara

    Japanese actress.

  • Lynn Chen
    Lynn Chen

    Lynn Chen is an American actress and musician known for her work in film and television.

  • Clarence Gilyard
    Clarence Gilyard

    Clarence Gilyard is a former college athlete who later became an actor, best known for his roles in TV series like 'Walker, Texas Ranger'.

  • Ruth Chatterton
    Ruth Chatterton

    American actress, writer, and pilot.

See more famous people and celebrities born on December 24th

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December 24, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 36 years 4 months old,

or 436 months and 1 day old,

or 1896 weeks

or 13272 days old,

if you were born on December 24, 1987.

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 December 24, 1987?

There are 243 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 24, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 24, 1987.

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December 24, 1987: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 24, 1987:

  • Gwin Follett

    Gwin Follett was an acclaimed American poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Joop den Uyl

    Dutch politician, prime minister for the netherlands between 1973 and 1977 (born 1919).

  • M. G. Ramachandran

    Sri lankan-indian actor, producer, and politician, 5th chief minister of tamil nadu (b. 1917).

  • Betty Noyes

    Singer who dubbed debbie reynolds' singing voice in singin' in the rain (1987).

  • John M "Joop" de Uyl

    Age 68.

  • Sara Scuderi
  • Asfò Bussotti
  • Joop Den Uyl (Johannes Marten den Uijl
  • Terence Tiller
  • Thérèse Bertrand-Fontaine
  • M. G. Ramachandran (எம். ஜி. இராமச்சந்திரன்)

What famous deaths happened on December 24th?

Famous deaths on December 24th:

  • Jack Klugman
    Jack Klugman

    Jack klugman was an american tv actor known for his roles in 'the odd couple' and 'quincy, m.e.

  • Harold Pinter
    Harold Pinter

    British playwright, screenwriter, and poet.

  • Peter Lawford
    Peter Lawford

    British-american star with 57 films and several tv series.

  • Norma Talmadge
    Norma Talmadge

    American actress, silent screen, vaudeville and radio star, oldest of three talmadge sisters, who was promoted by her stage-driven mother.

  • Charles Durning
    Charles Durning

    American singer and actor (d. 2012).

  • Liz Smith
    Liz Smith

    American journalist and one of the most respected gossip columnists.

  • Ian Hendry
    Ian Hendry

    Actor (assassin get carter, repulsion), dead at 53.

  • Elener Adams

    Legendary American boxer known for his powerful punches and undefeated record.

  • Sharbel

    Lebanese Maronite monk known for his holiness and miracles.

  • Norman Vincent Peale

    Norman Vincent Peale was an American minister and author known for his work in popularizing the concept of positive thinking.

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December 24, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 24, 1987:

  • December 24 is celebrated as the day before Christmas, thus called Christmas Eve.
  • It is the day when food is traditionally set out for Santa Claus and his reindeer. Children around the world are urged to go to bed early so they are not awake when he arrives.
  • In Hungary, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, the Czech Republic and Slovakia among others, this is the day that presents are exchanged and opened.
  • The Declaration of Christmas Peace takes place in the Old Great Square of Turku, Finland's official Christmas City, according to old traditions dating back to the Middle Ages.
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December 24, 1987: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 24, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 21st and December 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 24, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 24, 1987 was Faith by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.

December 24, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 24, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Faith youtube
  2. - So Emotional youtube
  3. - Is This Love
  4. - Got My Mind Set On You
  5. - Shake Your Love

December 24, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 24, 1987 was Always On My Mind by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.

December 24, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 24, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Always On My Mind
  2. - China In Your Hand
  3. - When I Fall In Love
  4. - Fairytale Of New York
  5. - The Way You Make Me Feel youtube

December 24, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 24, 1987 was The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.

December 24, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 24, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Way You Make Me Feel youtube
  2. - My Forever Love
  3. - I Want To Be Your Man
  4. - I Live For Your Love
  5. - If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!

December 24, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 24, 1987 was Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS by Jose Luis Rodriguez, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.

December 24, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 24, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Y TU TAMBIEN LLORARAS
  2. - SOY ASI
  3. - La luna sera la luna
  4. - Negra
  5. - AY AMOR

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December 24, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 24, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Opera

Opera

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi

Country: Italy

Quella villa in fondo al parco

Quella villa in fondo al parco

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo

Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon

Country: Italy

Bad Taste

Bad Taste

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Peter Jackson

Starring: Terry Potter, Pete O'Herne, Craig Smith, Mike Minett

Country: United States of America

Hell High

Hell High

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Douglas Grossman

Starring: Maureen Mooney, Christopher Stryker, Christopher Cousins, Millie Prezioso

Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama

Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama

Release year: 1987

Directed by: David DeCoteau

Starring: Andras Jones, Linnea Quigley, Robin Stille, Hal Havins

December 24, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 24, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Bryan Carberry

Anime san jushi

Anime san jushi

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Release year: 1987

December 24, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 24, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Bluebeard by Kurt Vonnegut

Bluebeard

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This fictional autobiography by Rabo Karabekian combines humor and bitter irony. At seventy-one years old, he wants to be left alone on Long Island with his secret family.

Leaving Home by Garrison Keillor

Leaving Home

By:

The first collection of Lake Wobegon monologues features Keillor telling readers more about the people of Lake Wobegon Days as well as some new faces.

The Tommyknockers by Stephen King

The Tommyknockers

By:

Stephen King, master storyteller, presents the terrifying #1 New York Times Bestseller about a frightening otherworldly discovery that has devastating effects on a small-town.

Heaven And Hell by John Jakes

Heaven And Hell

By:

The bestselling saga that has sold more than 5 million copies.The books that inspired the smash-hit television miniseries.Beautifully repackaged for the Dutton hardcover release of On Secret Service--John Jakes's long-awaited return

Chronicle Of The 20Th Century by Clifton Daniel

Chronicle Of The 20Th Century

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It's like nothing before. Imagine being able sweep your eyes across the amazing riches and excitement of this century, as reported by the "News of the Day".

December 24, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 24, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

ATV Simulator

ATV Simulator

Platform: ZX Spectrum Commodore 64 Amstrad CPC

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Codemasters

E.O.S.: Earth Orbit Station

E.O.S.: Earth Orbit Station

Platform: Commodore 64, Apple II

Genre: Construction and management simulation

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Bio Senshi Dan: Increaser to no Tatakai

Bio Senshi Dan: Increaser to no Tatakai

Platform: Family Computer

Genre: Action

Publisher: Jaleco

La abadía del crimen

La abadía del crimen

Platform: Amstrad CPC, MSX, PC, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Arcade adventure

Publisher: Opera Soft

Artelius

Artelius

Platform: Family Computer

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Nihon Bussan

history

Who was the US President on December 24, 1987?

On December 24, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 24, 1987?

On December 24, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 24, 1987?

On December 24, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 24th?

December 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of December. 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 December 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - The dow jones industrial average fell 2.9% on christmas eve, marking its worst performance.
  • 2017 - Typhoon tembin - officials have raised the death toll from this storm at 182. at least 153 people are missing and more that 70,000 were displaced.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency: president muhammadu buhari announced that the nigerian armed forces had successfully expelled boko haram militants in their last stronghold, the sambisa forest, northeastern nigeria.

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What happened in 1987?

1987 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
  • International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
  • 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland

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What was the calendar for December 1987?

December 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 1987 calendar looked like.

Thursday December 24, 1987