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August 27, 1988 was the 240th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 27, 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 August 27, 1988, who was born and died on August 27, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Monkey by George Michael), movies (e.g. The Vanishing, directed by George Sluizer), TV series (e.g. First Impressions) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 27, 1988?
- August 27, 1988: What happened on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 27, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 27, 1988?
- August 27, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 27, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- August 27, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 27, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 27, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on August 27, 1988?
What day of the week was August 27, 1988?
August 27, 1988 was a Saturday and it was the 240th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 27, 1988 can also be written as 8/27/1988 in the US and as 27/8/1988 in UK and Europe.
August 27, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 27, 1988:
- Dodger tommy lasorda wins 1,000th game as manager tops philadelphia, 4-2
August 27, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 27, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 27, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 27, 1988 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 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 August 27, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 07:50 pm and setting at 07:38 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 29, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Sep 25, 1988.
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Who was born on August 27, 1988?
Famous people born on August 27, 1988:
![Alexa PenaVega]()
Alexa PenaVegaAmerican actress and singer.
- Martin Häner
- Andrėj Klimovič
- Federico Leo
- Yoro Lamine Ly
- Dhiego de Souza Martins
- Lázaro Barbosa de Sousa
- Tyra Grant
- Jenna Bågeberg
- Aythami Álvarez González
Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:
![Aaron Paul]()
Aaron PaulAaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.
![Tom Ford]()
Tom FordFord, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.
![Paul Reubens]()
Paul ReubensAmerican comedian, better known as pee wee herman.
![Tuesday Weld]()
Tuesday WeldAmerican actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.
![Peter Stormare]()
Peter StormareSwedish actor, director, and playwright.
![Neha Dhupia]()
Neha DhupiaIndian actress and model.
![Chandra Wilson]()
Chandra WilsonChandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.
![Harry Reems]()
Harry ReemsAmerican porn actor (d. 2013).
![Antonia Fraser]()
Antonia FraserEnglish author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.
![Martha Raye]()
Martha RayeAmerican entertainer.
August 27, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 7 months old,
or 427 months and 28 days old,
or 1860 weeks and 4 days old,
or 13024 days old,
if you were born on August 27, 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 August 27, 1988?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 27, 1988.
August 27, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 27, 1988:
- Mario Montenegro
Filipino actor (born 1928).
- Max Black
- Charles Farrell
- Giuseppe Di Salvo
What famous deaths happened on August 27th?
Famous deaths on August 27th:
![Jinx Falkenburg]()
Jinx FalkenburgAmerican actress known for her work in films and television.
![Greg Morris]()
Greg MorrisAmerican actor.
![Gracie Allen]()
Gracie AllenAmerican comedian and actress (born 1895).
- Gabbie Petito
Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.
- Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.
- Margaret Bourke-White
Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...
- Rishikesh Mukherjee
Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.
- Jaysiah Washington
Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
- Tryson Wapakhabulo
Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.
- Haile Selassie
Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...
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August 27, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 27, 1988:
- Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
- Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
- RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
August 27, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 27, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 27, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 1988 was Monkey by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 27, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 27, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - Monkey
- Elton John - I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That
- Chicago - I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love
- Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine
- Robert Palmer - Simply Irresistible
August 27, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 1988 was The Only Way Is Up by Yazz & The Plastic Population, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 27, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 27, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up
- Kylie Minogue - The Loco-Motion
- BVSMP - I Need You
- Kim Wilde - You Came
- Brother Beyond - The Harder I Try
August 27, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 1988 was Nice 'N' Slow by Freddie Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 27, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 27, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Freddie Jackson - Nice 'N' Slow
- Loose Ends - Watching You
- Keith Sweat (Duet With Jacci McGhee) - Make It Last Forever
- Rick James Featuring Roxanne Shante - Loosey's Rap
- Shirley Murdock - Husband
August 27, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 1988 was QUE TE PASA by Yuri, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.
August 27, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 27, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Yuri - QUE TE PASA
- Franco - MARIA
- Raphael - TOCO MADERA
- Lucia Mendez - Es un alma en pena
- Marisela - YA NO
August 27, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 27, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Vanishing
Release year: 1988
Directed by: George Sluizer
Starring: Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Gene Bervoets, Johanna ter Steege, Gwen Eckhaus
Country: United States of America
Story of Women
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Claude Chabrol
Starring: Isabelle Huppert, François Cluzet, Marie Trintignant, Nils Tavernier
Eight Men Out
Release year: 1988
Directed by: John Sayles
Starring: John Cusack, Clifton James, Michael Lerner, Christopher Lloyd
Miracle Mile
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Steve De Jarnatt
Starring: Anthony Edwards, Mare Winningham, John Agar, Lou Hancock
1969
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Ernest Thompson
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Kiefer Sutherland, Bruce Dern, Mariette Hartley
August 27, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 27, 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:
First Impressions
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Shapiro
Luv Kush
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Jay Sreesivan
Brainstorm
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Douglas Trumbull
The Big Picture
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Eric Lartigau
August 27, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 27, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Firefighters
By: Dennis Smith
A remarkable journey through the everyday lives of those who risk their lives to save lives.
Zoya
By: Danielle Steel
Zoya, a young cousin to the Tsar flees St. Petersburg for safety against the backdrop of World War I Europe and the Russian Revolution. She is forever changed by the events in her life and she joins Paris' Ballet Russe.
A Thief Of Time
By: Tony Hillerman
A prominent anthropologist disappears in a moonlit Indian ruin, where "thieves" of time ravage sacred ground for the sake of profit. He is on the brink of making an historic discovery that will change the course of history.
Riding The Iron Rooster
By: Paul Theroux
Paul Theroux (author of The Great Railway Bazaar, and The Old Patagonian Express), takes to the rails again with this account of his epic trip.
Libra
By: Don DeLillo
Don DeLillo's powerful and convincing fiction on John F. Kennedy's assassination traces Lee Harvey Oswald’s journey from troubled teenager into a man of precarious security.
August 27, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 27, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Anticipation
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Jordan vs. Bird: One on One
Bloody Wolf
Laser Squad
Who was the US President on August 27, 1988?
On August 27, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1988?
On August 27, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 27, 1988?
On August 27, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 27th?
August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of August. 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 August 27th, such as:
- 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
- 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
- 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.
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 August 1988?
August 1988 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
