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May 24, 1988 was the 145th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 24, 1988 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 24, 1988, who was born and died on May 24, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. One More Try by George Michael), movies (e.g. Big, directed by Penny Marshall), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 24, 1988?
- May 24, 1988: What happened on that day?
- May 24, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 24, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 24, 1988?
- May 24, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 24, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- May 24, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 24, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- May 24, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 24, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 24, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 24, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on May 24, 1988?
What day of the week was May 24, 1988?
May 24, 1988 was a Tuesday and it was the 145th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 24, 1988 can also be written as 5/24/1988 in the US and as 24/5/1988 in UK and Europe.
May 24, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 24, 1988:
- Porntip nakhirunkanok, 19, of thailand, crowned 37th miss universe.
- John moschitta sets record for fast talking: 586 words per minute.
- Section 28 of the united kingdom's local government act 1988, a controversial amendment stating that a local authority cannot intentionally promote homosexuality, is enacted.
May 24, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th 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 24, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 24, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 24, 1988 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 1988 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 24, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 01:28 pm and setting at 02:22 am.
The previous full moon was on May 01, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1988.
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Who was born on May 24, 1988?
Famous people born on May 24, 1988:
![Kimberley Crossman]()
Kimberley CrossmanNew zealand actress and dancer.
- Artyom Anisimov
Artyom Anisimov is a Russian professional ice hockey center who has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Columbus Blue...
- Denis Petrić
Slovenian footballer.
- Monica Lin Brown
American sergeant.
- Lucian Wintrich
American political artist and white house correspondent.
- Billy Gilman
American musician.
- Ilya Ilyin
Athlete.
- Daniella Álvarez
- Tony Gallopin
- Ibrahim Somé Salombo
- Maicol Verzotto
- Ivor Weitzer
- Bernardo Añor
- Masei Amosa
- Biadigling Elias
Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:
![Alfred Molina]()
Alfred MolinaEnglish actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksDouglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...
![Eric Cantona]()
Eric CantonaHe was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.
![Priscilla Presley]()
Priscilla PresleyGerman-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.
![Kristin Scott Thomas]()
Kristin Scott ThomasKristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.
![Jim Broadbent]()
Jim BroadbentJim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...
![Sybil Danning]()
Sybil DanningAmerican playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.
![Cecilia Cheung]()
Cecilia CheungActress and singer from hong kong.
![Lilli Palmer]()
Lilli PalmerGerman actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.
![Tommy Chong]()
Tommy ChongComedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.
May 24, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 10 months old,
or 430 months and 26 days old,
or 1873 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13114 days old,
if you were born on May 24, 1988.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 24, 1988?
There are 35 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 24, 1988.
May 24, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 24, 1988:
- Freddie Frith
English motorcycle road racer (d. 1988).
- James "Hamish" Hamilton
British publisher salinger/mitford dies at the age of 87.
- Sergio Marullo Di Condojanni
What famous deaths happened on May 24th?
Famous deaths on May 24th:
![Rachel Kempson]()
Rachel KempsonEnglish-american actress (d.2003).
![Edward Mulhare]()
Edward MulhareCork city, ireland -- actor.
![Asta Nielsen]()
Asta NielsenDanish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.
![Guy Kibbee]()
Guy KibbeeActor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAt 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).
![John Foster Dulles]()
John Foster DullesAmerican, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).
![Mitzi Green]()
Mitzi GreenActress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.
- Nicholaos Copernicus
Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.
May 24, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 24, 1988:
- Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
- Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
- Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
- Eritrea: National Day.
- Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
- Mary, Help of the Christians
- Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.
Saints celebrated on May 24, 1988:
- Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
- Saint Amadl
- Saint Suzanna
- Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
May 24, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 24, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 24, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1988 was One More Try by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - One More Try
- Johnny Hates Jazz - Shattered Dreams
- Gloria Estefan - Anything For You
- Samantha Fox - Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)
- Foreigner - I Don't Want To Live Without You
May 24, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1988 was Perfect by Fairground Attraction, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Fairground Attraction - Perfect
- Wet Wet Wet / Billy Bragg With Cara Tivey - With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home
- S-Express - Theme From S-Express
- Kylie Minogue - Got To Be Certain
- New Order - Blue Monday 1988
May 24, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 1988 was Just Got Paid by Johnny Kemp, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Johnny Kemp - Just Got Paid
- Pebbles - Mercedes Boy
- Keith Sweat - Something Just Ain't Right
- Jesse Johnson - Love Struck
- Tony Toni Tone - Little Walter
May 24, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 24, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 24, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Yuri - QUE TE PASA
- Emmanuel - LA ULTIMA LUNA
- Braulio - EL VICIO DE TU BOCA
- Los Bukis - Y AHORA TE VAS
- Juan Gabriel - DEBO HACERLO
May 24, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 24, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Big
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Penny Marshall
Starring: Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, Robert Loggia, John Heard
Country: United States of America
The Frog Prince
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Jackson Hunsicker
Starring: Aileen Quinn, John Paragon, Helen Hunt, Clive Revill
A Handful of Dust
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Charles Sturridge
Starring: James Wilby, Kristin Scott Thomas, Richard Beale, Jackson Kyle
The Other Side of Midnight
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Charles Jarrott
Starring: Marie-France Pisier, John Beck, Susan Sarandon, Raf Vallone
Vampire's Kiss
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Robert Bierman
Starring: Nicolas Cage, Maria Conchita Alonso, Jennifer Beals, Elizabeth Ashley
May 24, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 24, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Power Game
By: Hedrick Smith
Hedrick Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner, goes into Washington, DC, to show how the game was played in 1980s governance.
Beloved
By: Toni Morrison
This spellbinding novel, which stares unflinchingly into slavery's abyss, transforms history into a powerful story like Exodus and intimate as a lullaby.
Treasure
By: Clive Cussler
Clive Cussler is the author of 16 consecutive New York Times bestsellers. He brings us Dirk Pitt, our beloved character. Dirk discovers a path that leads to precious treasures.
The Last Princess
By: Cynthia Freeman
This New York Times bestseller is about a forbidden 1920s love story between a woman from a rebellious Jewish society and a writer from No Time for Tears.
The Icarus Agenda
By: Robert Ludlum
Evan Kendrick, a Colorado congressman, is trying to keep his term quiet when a political mole uncovers his deepest secrets: Kendrick was an anonymous hero who liberated hostages from terrorists in Arab countries at the American Embassy in Masqat and …
May 24, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 24, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Crossroads II
Baal
The Computer Edition of Scrabble
Konami '88
Ebonstar
Who was the US President on May 24, 1988?
On May 24, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1988?
On May 24, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 24, 1988?
On May 24, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 24th?
May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
- 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.
What happened in 1988?
1988 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Nightline goes on location to Jerusalem Israel
- John Demjanjuk (Ivan the Terrible), sentenced to death in Jerusalem
- Chess opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 68 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1988?
May 1988 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.
