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December 26, 1988 was the 361st day of the year 1988, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 26, 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 December 26, 1988, who was born and died on December 26, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 26, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison), movies (e.g. War Requiem, directed by Derek Jarman), TV series (e.g. Fauji) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 26th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 26, 1988?
- December 26, 1988: What happened on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 26, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 26, 1988?
- December 26, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 26, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- December 26, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 26, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 26, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on December 26, 1988?
What day of the week was December 26, 1988?
December 26, 1988 was a Monday and it was the 361st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 26, 1988 can also be written as 12/26/1988 in the US and as 26/12/1988 in UK and Europe.
December 26, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 26, 1988:
- Legs diamond opens at mark hellinger theater nyc for 64 performances
- Anti african student rebellion in china pr
December 26, 1988: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Los Angeles Rams - Minnesota Vikings : 17 - 28
December 26, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th 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 26, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
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December 26, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 26, 1988 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 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 December 26, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 08:08 pm and setting at 10:16 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 23, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Jan 21, 1989.
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Who was born on December 26, 1988?
Famous people born on December 26, 1988:
- Akito Watabe
Japanese Nordic combined skier who has achieved success in international competitions.
- Julianna White
Model.
- Kayo Satoh
Japanese model.
- Guy Edi
- Riccardo Idda
- Etien Velikonja
- Wang Meiyin
- Marco Canola
- Neuciano de Jesus Gusmão
- Lucas Déaux
- Veronika Eberle
- Cicinho
Whose famous birthday is on December 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 26th:
![Jared Leto]()
Jared LetoAmerican actor, singer-songwriter, director.
![Kit Harington]()
Kit HaringtonTv actor.
![Andy Biersack]()
Andy BiersackRock singer.
![Richard Widmark]()
Richard WidmarkAmerican actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Shun Oguri]()
Shun OguriJapanese director and actor.
![Eden Sher]()
Eden SherAmerican actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the TV series 'The Middle'.
![Donald Moffat]()
Donald MoffatEnglish-american actor (d. 2018).
![Elizabeth Kostova]()
Elizabeth KostovaAmerican author.
![Caroll Spinney]()
Caroll SpinneyAmerican puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).
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December 26, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 3 months old,
or 423 months and 29 days old,
or 1843 weeks and 2 days old,
or 12903 days old,
if you were born on December 26, 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 December 26, 1988?
There are 246 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 26, 1988.
December 26, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 26, 1988:
![John Loder]()
John LoderActor (sabotage java head), passes away at 90.
- Briggs Stratton
Briggs Stratton was an American inventor known for co-founding the Briggs & Stratton Corporation, a manufacturer of small engines.
- Glenn McCarthy
American businessman, founded the shamrock hotel (d. 1988).
- Pablo Sorozábal
German-spanish composer and conductor (b. 1897).
- Massimo Mila
- Otto Zdansky
- Cynthia Stone
- Aldo Rasero
- Julanne Johnston
- Franco Ciampitti
- John Loder (John Muir Lowe
What famous deaths happened on December 26th?
Famous deaths on December 26th:
![Curtis Mayfield]()
Curtis MayfieldCurtis mayfield was an influential funk singer known for his socially conscious lyrics and his work with the group the impressions.
![Gerald Ford]()
Gerald FordAmerican politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states.
![Teena Marie]()
Teena MarieAmerican composer and singer (born 1956).
![Sylva Koscina]()
Sylva KoscinaItalian actress, best known for her role in "hercules," (1958), and "hercules unchained", (1960).
![Vincent Schiavelli]()
Vincent SchiavelliAmerican actor (d. 2005).
![Jason Robards]()
Jason RobardsAmerican actor who appeared in more than 170 films over a forty-year career.
![Elsa Lanchester]()
Elsa LanchesterLondon, england -- actress (bride of frankenstien), lewisham london.
![Nigel Hawthorne]()
Nigel HawthorneHe was a british actor on the stage and screen who earned admiration in his early 50s.
![Tom Smothers]()
Tom SmothersAmerican comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.
![Ricky Harris]()
Ricky HarrisAmerican comedian, actor (b. 1962).
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December 26, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 26, 1988:
- The first day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- First day of Kwanzaa
- Boxing Day in the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Australia - Proclamation Day (South Australian public holiday), for the foundation of the Australian state of South Australia on December 28, 1836 but commemorated on this day.
- Wrenboys celebrate Wren in Ireland
- Period of Ursids meteor shower ends about this day
- Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia - Tsunami Awareness Day/Tsunami Memorial (or Remembrance) Day
- Mandala Pooja at Sabarimala in Kerala, India
- First day of Junkanoo street parade in the Bahamas (the second day is on the New Year's Day)
- Wren day in Ireland and the Isle of Man.
December 26, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 26, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 26th and January 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 26, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 26, 1988 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 26, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 26, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Poison - Every Rose Has Its Thorn
- Bobby Brown - My Prerogative
- Chicago - Look Away
- Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I Got
- Boy Meets Girl - Waiting For A Star To Fall
December 26, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 26, 1988 was Heaven Is A Place On Earth by Belinda Carlisle, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 26, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 26, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Belinda Carlisle - Heaven Is A Place On Earth
- Kylie & Jason - Especially For You
- Erasure - Crackers International (EP)
- Pet Shop Boys - Always On My Mind
- Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance
December 26, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 26, 1988 was Tumblin' Down by Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 26, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 26, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers - Tumblin' Down
- Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal
- Roberta Flack - Oasis
- Vesta - Sweet, Sweet Love
- Cherrelle - Everything I Miss At Home
December 26, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 26, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 26, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 26, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Rocio Durcal - Como Tu Mujer
- Roberto Carlos - SI EL AMOR SE VA
- Angela Carrasco - BOCA ROSA
- Eydie Gorme - DE CORAZON A CORAZON
- Lucerito - NO ME HABLEN DE EL
December 26, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 26, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
War Requiem
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Derek Jarman
Starring: Nathaniel Parker, Tilda Swinton, Laurence Olivier, Patricia Hayes
Top Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Nello Rossati
Starring: Franco Nero, George Kennedy, William Berger, Larry Dolgin, Rodrigo Obregon, Deborah Moore (II), Steven Luotto, Robert Redcross, Mary Stavin, Shirley Hernandez
Country: Italy
Aenigma
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Iguana
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso
Country: Italy
Touch of Death
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Brett Halsey, Ria De Simone, Al Cliver, Sacha Darwin
December 26, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 26, 1988 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Fauji
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Col. Kapoor
Starring: Shah Rukh Khan
Country: India
The Bottom Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Tom Rulon
USA Up All Night
Release year: 1988
Starring: Carla Ulbrich
Country: United States of America
December 26, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 26, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Dear Mili
By: Wilhelm Grimm
The New York Times reported Wilhelm Grimm's discovery of an untold tale on September 28, 1983.
Breathing Lessons
By: Anne Tyler
Maggie and Ira Moran are married for 28 years. It shows in their quarrels and in their routines. But it also shows in their ability to love each other's eccentricities.
The Last Lion
By: William Manchester
The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm spans the years 1940-1965. It was written shortly after Winston Churchill became Prime Minister. This is when Great Britain stood against the overwhelming power of Nazi Germany.
The Polar Express
By: Chris Van Allsburg
Remember that there is so much wonder in the world. This holiday season, remind yourself to look for it and listen to what it has to say. This limited edition, lavish box set will bring magic to your home and …
December 26, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 26, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ingrid's Back
Abracadabra
Black Lamp
Hoppin' Mad
Bio Miracle Bokutte Upa
Who was the US President on December 26, 1988?
On December 26, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1988?
On December 26, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 26, 1988?
On December 26, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 26th?
December 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2018 - The first time they have visited a combat zone since becoming president, the unannounced visit of president donald trump and first lady melania trump to the al asad airbase in iraq was post-christmas.
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: according emergency services and al masirah (houthi-owned), saudi arabian coalition air attacks killed 15 and wounded 60 people at al-shahra souq in taiz governorate.
- 2016 - American actor george s. irving is best known as one of the final members of oklahoma's original production. at 94, heat miser, the voice of heat miser in the year without a santa claus, is dead.
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 December 1988?
December 1988 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.
