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April 26, 1989 was the 116th day of the year 1989, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is April 26, 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 April 26, 1989, who was born and died on April 26, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 26, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Prayer by Madonna), movies (e.g. The Unbelievable Truth, directed by Hal Hartley), TV series (e.g. Fast Forward) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 26th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 26, 1989?
- April 26, 1989: What happened on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 26, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 26, 1989?
- April 26, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 26, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- April 26, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 26, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 26, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 26, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on April 26, 1989?
What day of the week was April 26, 1989?
April 26, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 116th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 26, 1989 can also be written as 4/26/1989 in the US and as 26/4/1989 in UK and Europe.
April 26, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 26, 1989:
- Mike tyson is ticketed for driving 71 mph in 30 mile zone in albany
- At&t announces new jersey's 201 area code will split into 908 and 201.
- The deadliest tornado in world history strikes central bangladesh, killing upwards of 1,300, injuring 12,000, and leaving as many as 80,000 homeless.
- People's daily publishes the april 26 editorial which inflames the nascent tiananmen square protests.
April 26, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 26th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 26, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 26, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 26th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 26, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 26, 1989 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 26, 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 April 26, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:42 am and setting at 10:34 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 21, 1989 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 1989.
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Who was born on April 26, 1989?
Famous people born on April 26, 1989:
![Luke Bracey]()
Luke BraceyMovie actor.
- Dae Sung (singer)
Dae sung is a south korean singer known for being a member of the popular k-pop group big bang.
- Melvin Ingram
Melvin Ingram is a talented defensive end in the NFL.
- Cole Beasley
Cole Beasley is a wide receiver known for his time with the Dallas Cowboys and Buffalo Bills.
- Kang Daesung
South korean singer.
- Ayame Misaki
Japanese actress.
- Evelina Barry
Youtube star.
- Daesung
Korean singer (big bang).
- Leiton Jiménez
- Nadzeya Liapeshka
- Aarón Ñíguez
- Oliver Aquino
- Rubén Pérez del Mármol
- Chucho E. Quintero
- Guido Abayián
- Trevin Caesar
- Chris Hairston
Whose famous birthday is on April 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 26th:
![Channing Tatum]()
Channing TatumChanning tatum is an american actor and model known for his roles in popular films such as magic mike and 21 jump street.
![Jet Li]()
Jet LiJet li is a chinese actor known for his martial arts skills and roles in action films such as 'once upon a time in china' and 'lethal weapon...
![Stana Katic]()
Stana KaticStana katic is a canadian actress known for her role as kate beckett on the tv series castle.
![Tionne Watkins]()
Tionne WatkinsTionne watkins, also known as t-boz, is a rapper and singer best known as a member of the popular 90s r&b group tlc.
![Jordana Brewster]()
Jordana BrewsterPanama -- actress (nikki graves - as the world turns.
![Tom Welling]()
Tom WellingTom welling is an american actor best known for his role as clark kent in the television series smallville.
![Kevin James]()
Kevin JamesKevin james is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as doug heffernan on the tv show the king of queens.
![Carol Burnett]()
Carol BurnettAmerican comedian on stage, film and tv.
![Claudine Auger]()
Claudine AugerParis, france -- miss france (1958).
![Joan Chen]()
Joan ChenChinese-american actress, director, producer, and screenwriter.
April 26, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 11 months old,
or 419 months and 29 days old,
or 1826 weeks
or 12782 days old,
if you were born on April 26, 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 April 26, 1989?
There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 26, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 26, 1989.
April 26, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 26, 1989:
![Lucille Ball]()
Lucille BallAmerican actress and well-known comedian, with over 50 films since her 1933 debut.
- Silvio Sacco
- Michele Cecchini
- Elios Toschi
What famous deaths happened on April 26th?
Famous deaths on April 26th:
![Maria Schell]()
Maria SchellAustrian-swiss producer and actress (d. 2005).
![Robert Davi]()
Robert DaviAmerican actor, singer, and director.
![Gail Russell]()
Gail RussellChicago, illinois -- actress.
![Broderick Crawford]()
Broderick CrawfordBroderick Crawford was an American actor known for his role in the TV series 'Highway Patrol'.
![Jayne Meadows]()
Jayne MeadowsWu chang, china -- mrs steve allen actress (dark delusion).
![Alexander Knox]()
Alexander KnoxCanadian-english screenwriter and actor (d. 1995).
![John Bunny]()
John BunnySilent film comedian (born 1863).
![Jim Davis]()
Jim DavisActor jack ewing-dallas dies at 65.
![Bessie Love]()
Bessie LoveActress (broadway melody and isadora), is killed at 87.
![Edward Arnold]()
Edward ArnoldActor (mr smith goes to washington), is killed at 66.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 26th
April 26, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 26, 1989:
- World Intellectual Property Day (since 2001).
- Florida and Georgia, USA - Confederate Memorial Day.
- Shi'a Islam - Mawlid, Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Tanzania - Union Day.
- Feast day of the following saint in the Orthodox Church: Stephen of Perm - also Old Permic Alphabet Day
- Trudpert (Irish monk martyred in Germany in 607).
- Lucidius (4th century)
- Paschasius (d. 865)
- Richarius or Riquier (d. 643)
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Alda (d. 1309)
Observances on April 26, 1989:
- International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day
- World Intellectual Property Day [WIPO]
Saints celebrated on April 26, 1989:
- Saint Cletus (Pope Anacletus) and Marcellinus (Popes and martyrs)
April 26, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 26, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 24th and April 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 26, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 26, 1989 was Like A Prayer by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.
April 26, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 26, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Like A Prayer
- Bon Jovi - I'll Be There For You
- Tone Loc - Funky Cold Medina
- Fine Young Cannibals - She Drives Me Crazy
- Deon Estus - Heaven Help Me
April 26, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 26, 1989 was Hand On Your Heart by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.
April 26, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 26, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kylie Minogue - Hand On Your Heart
- The Bangles - Eternal Flame
- Queen - I Want It All
- Natalie Cole - Miss You Like Crazy
- London Boys - Requiem
April 26, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 26, 1989 was Love Saw It by Karyn White, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.
April 26, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 26, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Karyn White - Love Saw It
- Jody Watley - Real Love
- Alyson Williams - Sleep Talk
- New Edition - Crucial
- Guy - I Like
April 26, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 26, 1989 was Como Tu by Jose Jose, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.
April 26, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 26, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Jose - Como Tu
- Isabel Pantoja - Asi Fue
- Yuri - HOMBRES AL BORDE DE UN ATAQUE DE CELOS
- Vikki Carr - MALA SUERTE
- Ana Gabriel - ES EL AMOR QUE LLEGA
April 26, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 26, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Unbelievable Truth
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Hal Hartley
Starring: Adrienne Shelly, Robert John Burke, Chris Cooke, Julia McNeal
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
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
Miss Firecracker
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Thomas Schlamme
Starring: Holly Hunter, Mary Steenburgen, Tim Robbins, Alfre Woodard
K-9
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Rod Daniel
Starring: Jim Belushi, Mel Harris, Kevin Tighe, Ed O'Neill
April 26, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 26, 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:
Fast Forward
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Round the Twist
Release year: 1989
Country: Australia
Rivalen der Rennbahn
Release year: 1989
Rory Bremner
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Kevin Bishop
Straight to the Heart
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Stephane Gehami
April 26, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 26, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Blooding
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Lynda Mann, 15, was brutally raped by her mother and strangled to death. She was found on a footpath close to Narborough in England. The case is still unsolved despite the launch of a 150-man dragnet. Three
The Satanic Verses
By: Salman Rushdie
The Satanic Verses, one of the most controversial and highly acclaimed novels ever published, is Salman Rushdie’s most well-known and inspiring book.
Cat'S Eye
By: Margaret Atwood
Cat's Eye tells the story of Elaine Risley a controversial artist who returns to Toronto as a retrospective of her work.
Wordstruck
By: Robert MacNeil
MacNeil's autobiography recreates his childhood and the experiences he gained through his love for words.
Citizens
By: Simon Schama
Schama is not the old, dying Old Regime. Instead, Schama portrays a vibrant country, inventive and vital, infatuated by novelty and technology. This gives Louis XVI's France a strikingly new perspective.
April 26, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 26, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
Ballistix
Dr. Plummet's House of Flux
Cameltry
All Dogs Go To Heaven
Who was the US President on April 26, 1989?
On April 26, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 26, 1989?
On April 26, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 26, 1989?
On April 26, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 26th?
April 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of April. 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 April 26th, such as:
- 2019 - 17 miners were killed in a large methane explosion in a coal mine located in eastern ukraine's self-proclaimed luhansk people's republic.
- 2018 - The united nations reported the discovery of five mass graves "likely" in blukwa centre, maze/waliba in ituri (democratic republic of congo).
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: after clashes against isil who took the ruins in 2014, the pro-government popular mobilization forces militia retakes control of hatra, an ancient city that was mostly destroyed in iraq's nineveh governorate.
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 April 1989?
April 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
