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July 24, 1985 was the 205th day of the year 1985, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is July 24, 1985 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 24, 1985, who was born and died on July 24, 1985, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 24, 1985, which were the most popular songs (ex. Everytime You Go Away by Paul Young), movies (e.g. Real Genius, directed by Martha Coolidge), TV series (e.g. Stingray) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 24th, 1985 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 24, 1985?
- July 24, 1985: What happened on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 24, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 24, 1985?
- July 24, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- July 24, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
- July 24, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 24, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 24, 1985?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 24, 1985?
- Who was the Pope on July 24, 1985?
What day of the week was July 24, 1985?
July 24, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 205th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 24, 1985 can also be written as 7/24/1985 in the US and as 24/7/1985 in UK and Europe.
July 24, 1985: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 24, 1985:
- Gandhi signs peace contract with sikh leader harchand singh longowai.
July 24, 1985: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 24th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.
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July 24, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 24, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on July 24th, 1985 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 24, 1985: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 24, 1985 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 24, 1985 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 July 24, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 01:06 pm and setting at 12:11 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 02, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jul 31, 1985.
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Who was born on July 24, 1985?
Famous people born on July 24, 1985:
- Teagan Presley
American pornographic actress.
- Aries Merritt
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Donte Whitner
Donte Whitner is a former NFL safety known for his hard-hitting style of play.
- Lukas Rosol
Czech professional tennis player who gained fame for defeating Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon in 2012.
- Patrice Bergeron
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Eric Wright
American football player.
- Vanessa Huppenkothen
- Apostolos Parellīs
- Francesca Ventura
- Zhao Qinggang
- Matt Lojeski
- Oh Jang-eun
- Dóra María Lárusdóttir
Whose famous birthday is on July 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 24th:
![Jennifer Lopez]()
Jennifer LopezAmerican singer, actress and businesswoman.
![Daveigh Chase]()
Daveigh ChaseDaveigh Chase is an American actress and voice actress known for her roles in films such as Lilo & Stitch and The Ring.
![Lynda Carter]()
Lynda CarterLynda carter is an american actress best known for her role as wonder woman in the 1970s television series.
![Elisabeth Moss]()
Elisabeth MossElisabeth moss is an american actress known for her roles in the tv series mad men and the handmaid's tale.
![Rose Byrne]()
Rose ByrneActress from australia.
![Anna Paquin]()
Anna PaquinAward-winning actress known for her role in True Blood and The Piano.
![Kristin Chenoweth]()
Kristin ChenowethKristin chenoweth is an american actress and singer known for her work in broadway musicals and her roles in tv shows like 'pushing daisies'...
![Gus Van Sant]()
Gus Van SantAmerican filmmaker.
![Bindi Irwin]()
Bindi IrwinThe daughter of crocodile hunter steve irwin's australian wife terri and his american wife, terri, is a well-known australian family.
![Danny Dyer]()
Danny DyerEnglish actor and tv presenter.
July 24, 1985: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 38 years 9 months old,
or 465 months and 2 days old,
or 2022 weeks and 2 days old,
or 14156 days old,
if you were born on July 24, 1985.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 July 24, 1985?
There are 89 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 24, 1985?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 24, 1985.
July 24, 1985: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 24, 1985:
- Ezechiele Ramin
Italian missionary, priest, and martyr (d. 1985).
- Father Ezechiele Ramin MCCJ
Italian comboni missionary priest and martyr (born 1953).
- Riccardo Gefter Wondrich
- José Bódalo
- Alice D.G. Miller
- Antonio Salvarezza
What famous deaths happened on July 24th?
Famous deaths on July 24th:
![Sherman Hemsley]()
Sherman HemsleySherman hemsley was an american actor best known for his role as george jefferson on the tv sitcoms all in the family and the jeffersons.
![Peter Sellers]()
Peter SellersBritish-american actor.
![Regis Philbin]()
Regis PhilbinAfter years of success on the tv talk show "live with regis & kathie lee", an american tv host became a star with his tv game show "who...
![Constance Bennett]()
Constance BennettAmerican actress, singer, and producer (d. 1965).
![David Warner]()
David WarnerManchester, new hampshire -- actor (star trek vi, time bandits).
![Chad Everett]()
Chad EverettChad everett was an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Virginia Christine]()
Virginia ChristineActress (mrs olson), passes away at 76.
![Rene Requiestas]()
Rene RequiestasActor and comedian from the philippines (d. 1993).
![Victor Moore]()
Victor MooreAt 86, comedian dies from a heart attack.
- Truda Weaver
Renowned geneticist known for her work on human chromosomes.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 24th
July 24, 1985: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on July 24, 1985:
- Utah - Pioneer Day (1847)
- St. Ruffin
- St. Wulfhad
- St. David
- St. Romanus, 2nd bishop of Rochester.
- St. Lewine
- St. Kinga/Cunegundes
- St. Francis Solano
- St. Saint Christina the Astonishing
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 9 saints: St. Lupus
July 24, 1985: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 24, 1985 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 22nd and July 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 24, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 24, 1985 was Everytime You Go Away by Paul Young, according to the music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.
July 24, 1985: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 24, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 22nd and July 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul Young - Everytime You Go Away
- Tears For Fears - Shout
- Whitney Houston - You Give Good Love
- Duran Duran - A View To A Kill
- Sting - If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
July 24, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 24, 1985 was Frankie by Sister Sledge, according to the music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.
July 24, 1985: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 24, 1985 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 22nd and July 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Sister Sledge - Frankie
- Harold Faltermeyer - Axel F
- Eurythmics - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
- Kool & The Gang - Cherish
- Madonna - Crazy For You
July 24, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 24, 1985 was Save Your Love (For #1) by Rene & Angela, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.
July 24, 1985: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 24, 1985 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 22nd and July 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Rene & Angela - Save Your Love (For #1)
- Debarge - Who's Holding Donna Now
- Loose Ends - Hangin' On A String
- Cameo - Attack Me With Your Love
- Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love
July 24, 1985: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 24, 1985 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Real Genius
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Martha Coolidge
Starring: Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, Michelle Meyrink, William Atherton
Country: United States of America
My Science Project
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Jonathan R. Betuel
Starring: John Stockwell, Danielle von Zerneck, Fisher Stevens, Raphael Sbarge
Phenomena
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Jennifer Connelly, Dalila Di Lazzaro, Daria Nicolodi, Kaspar Capparoni, Fiore Argento, Michele Soavi, Donald Pleasence, Federica Mastroianni, Patrick Bauchau, Fiorenza Tessari, Franco Trevisi, Fulvio Mingozzi
Country: Italy
Maccheroni
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Ettore Scola
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Daria Nicolodi, Jack Lemmon, Isa Danieli, Ernesto Mahieux, Marta Bifano, Franco Angrisano, Orsetta Gregoretti, Giovanni Mauriello, Patrizia Sacchi, Jean-François Perrier, Maria Luisa Santella
Country: Italy
Fright Night
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Tom Holland
Starring: Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Roddy McDowall
Country: United States of America
July 24, 1985: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 24, 1985 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Stingray
Release year: 1985
Watchdog
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Yuri Kovalev
Ein Mann macht klar Schiff
Release year: 1985
About Time
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Richard Curtis
Paying Guest
Release year: 1985
Directed by: Subodh Mukherjee
July 24, 1985: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 24, 1985 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Fall From Grace
By: Larry Collins
Catherine Pradier is a beautiful French agent who risks her life to tell the Nazis where and when they will invade Europe. This will begin the end of the world.
A Passion For Excellence
By: Tom Peters and Nancy Austin
For people who are looking to make a difference in their careers, A Passion for Excellence is the most important, inspiring and career-transforming book that has ever been published.
Loving Each Other
By: Leo Buscaglia
Leo Buscaglia, the bestselling author, explores the challenges and intricacies of love relationships. He poses important questions such as: How can we best integrate our lives?
Skeleton Crew
By: Stephen King
Stephen King's brilliant collection of twenty-two stories is a treasure trove of imagination. It contains stories that will take you on paths only Stephen King could have imagined ...?. A supermarket becomes the last place humanity stands against.
Breaking With Moscow
By: Arkady N. Shevchenko
The most senior Soviet official to defect shares an incredible story about the Kremlin's inner workings, his conflicted life as diplomat and the terrifying world outside.
July 24, 1985: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 24, 1985 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cap'n Magneto
Macadam Bumper
Brian Jacks Superstar Challenge
Talisman
Highway Encounter
Who was the US President on July 24, 1985?
On July 24, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 24, 1985?
On July 24, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on July 24, 1985?
On July 24, 1985 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about July 24th?
July 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of July. 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 July 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Somali civil war: six government officials are killed when a suicide bomber explodes in the office of mogadishu mayor abdirahman abdi osman. osman sustained serious injuries in the attack. his condition is critical.
- 2018 - Israeli-syrian military incidents in the syrian civil war: israel defense forces shot down a syrian air force plane near the golan heights, after it crossed into the undof area near israel's border.
- 2017 - At least 24 people are killed and more than 40 injured in a suicide car bombing that occurred in kabul's western region. afghan authorities claim that the attacker was a bus of civilian workers from the ministry of mines and petroleum. (reuters) (al jazeera). u.s. defense secretary james mattis criticized the pentagon for spending us$28 million on afghan woodland camouflage, which did not correspond to the country's terrain.
What happened in 1985?
1985 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Caps 4-Isles 3 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 1-0 lead
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 51-B mission
- Caps 2-Isles 1 (OT) - Patrick Division Semifinals - Caps hold 2-0 lead
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What was the calendar for July 1985?
July 1985 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.
