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August 28, 1982 was the 240th day of the year 1982, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 28, 1982 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 28, 1982, who was born and died on August 28, 1982, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 28, 1982, which were the most popular songs (ex. Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor), movies (e.g. Querelle, directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder), TV series (e.g. The Noel Edmonds Late Late Breakfast Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 28th, 1982 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 28, 1982?
- August 28, 1982: What happened on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 28, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 28, 1982?
- August 28, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What famous people died on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 28, 1982: Number 1 song on that day
- August 28, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 28, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 28, 1982?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 28, 1982?
- Who was the Pope on August 28, 1982?
What day of the week was August 28, 1982?
August 28, 1982 was a Saturday and it was the 240th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 28, 1982 can also be written as 8/28/1982 in the US and as 28/8/1982 in UK and Europe.
August 28, 1982: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 28, 1982:
- Sugar babies closes at mark hellinger theater nyc after 1208 performances
August 28, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 28th 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 28, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 28, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 28th, 1982 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 28, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 28, 1982 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 28, 1982 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 28, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 03:59 pm and setting at 01:29 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Sep 03, 1982.
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Who was born on August 28, 1982?
Famous people born on August 28, 1982:
![Kelly Thiebaud]()
Kelly ThiebaudAmerican actress.
- Lynkin Rimes
Lynkin Rimes is an American country music singer and songwriter, known for her crossover pop appeal and her signature blend of country and...
- Mairyn Zuckerberg
American politician known for her advocacy work on social issues.
- Stephanny Sigman
Stephanny Sigman is a Mexican-American actress who has appeared in various television shows and movies.
- LeAnn Rimes
American country-western singer, with a voice similar to patsy cline's at thirteen.
- Thiago Motta
Brazilian-italian footballer.
- Kevin McNaughton
Scottish footballer.
- Anderson Silva de França
Brazilian footballer.
- Carlos Quentin
American baseball player.
- Karanvir Bohra
Indian actor.
- Gionna Cabrera
Filipino model binibining pilipinas-universe 2005.
- Rodrigue Moundounga
- Karo Parisyan
- Ernest Scott
Whose famous birthday is on August 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 28th:
![Shania Twain]()
Shania TwainShania twain is a canadian country singer known for her hit songs such as 'man! i feel like a woman!' and 'you're still the one'.
![Jack Black]()
Jack BlackJack black is a comedic actor known for his roles in movies such as school of rock, nacho libre, and the kung fu panda series.
![Sheryl Sandberg]()
Sheryl SandbergSheryl sandberg is an american technology executive, author, and billionaire philanthropist known for her role as the chief operating...
![Kay Parker]()
Kay ParkerBritish-american actress.
![David Fincher]()
David FincherAmerican music video and film director.
![Jason Priestley]()
Jason PriestleyVancouver, british columbia -- actor (brandon-beverly hills 90210).
![Amanda Tapping]()
Amanda TappingCanadian actress, producer and director.
![David Soul]()
David SoulAmerican actor, and a star of the tv series starsky and hutch.
![Luis Guzmán]()
Luis GuzmánPuerto rican-american producer and actor.
![Emma Samms]()
Emma SammsEnglish actress.
August 28, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 41 years 7 months old,
or 499 months and 21 days old,
or 2172 weeks and 5 days old,
or 15209 days old,
if you were born on August 28, 1982.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 28, 1982?
There are 132 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 28, 1982?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 28, 1982.
August 28, 1982: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 28, 1982:
- Geoff Chubb
South african cricketer (born in 1911).
- Victor Garcia
- Frank Martin
What famous deaths happened on August 28th?
Famous deaths on August 28th:
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Robert Shaw]()
Robert ShawAmerican conductor and longtime musical director of atlanta symphony.
![Chadwick Boseman]()
Chadwick BosemanAmerican actor and playwright (b. 1976).
![Ruth Gordon]()
Ruth GordonAmerican actress, born in 1915.
![Hazel Dawn]()
Hazel DawnUs singer/actress (under clover margie) dies at 98.
- Lovel ace
Pioneering astronomer who discovered the first pulsar.
- Rafel Lemkin
Legal scholar and journalist who coined the term 'genocide'.
- Anaissa Jones
Anaissa Jones was a child actress best known for her role in the TV series 'Family Affair'.
- Rally Jones
Civil rights activist known for her work in voter registration and education.
- Kaisei
Renowned Japanese poet known for his haiku and tanka poetry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 28th
August 28, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 28, 1982:
- Many Christian churches: feast day of Saint Augustine of Hippo.
- Hong Kong: Liberation Day (1945)
August 28, 1982: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 28, 1982 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 23rd and August 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 28, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 28, 1982 was Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 1982: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 28, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
- John Cougar - Hurts So Good
- The Steve Miller Band - Abracadabra
- Fleetwood Mac - Hold Me
- Chicago - Hard To Say I'm Sorry
August 28, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 28, 1982 was Come On Eileen by Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 1982: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 28, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express - Come On Eileen
- Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
- Irene Cara - Fame
- Yazoo - Don't Go
- Hot Chocolate - It Started With A Kiss
August 28, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 28, 1982 was Dance Floor (Part I) by Zapp, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 1982: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 28, 1982 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Zapp - Dance Floor (Part I)
- Aretha Franklin - Jump To It
- Jeffrey Osborne - I Really Don't Need No Light
- Donna Summer - Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger)
- Ray Parker Jr. - Let Me Go
August 28, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 28, 1982 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Querelle
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Starring: Brad Davis, Franco Nero, Jeanne Moreau, Laurent Malet
Notturno
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Giorgio Bontempi
Starring: Tony Musante, Claudio Cassinelli, Omero Antonutti, Fiorenza Marchegiani
Country: Italy
Zapped!
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Robert J. Rosenthal
Starring: Scott Baio, Willie Aames, Robert Mandan, Felice Schachter
The Concrete Jungle
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Tom DeSimone
Starring: Jill St. John, Tracey E. Bregman, BarBara Luna, June Barrett
Gian Burrasca
Release year: 1982
Directed by: Pier Francesco Pingitore
Starring: Mario Carotenuto, Marisa Merlini, Alvaro Vitali, Clara Colosimo, Gigi Reder, Gianfranco Barra, Enzo Robutti, Gisella Sofio, Toni Ucci, Diana Dei, Dino Emanuelli, Luca Sportelli
Country: Italy
August 28, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 28, 1982 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Noel Edmonds Late Late Breakfast Show
Release year: 1982
Radio Phoenix
Release year: 1982
Mireille au pays magique
Release year: 1982
Juntos
Release year: 1982
August 28, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 28, 1982 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Parsifal Mosaic
By: Robert Ludlum
Michael Havelock watched as his lover and double agent Jenna Karas were efficiently killed by his own agency.
A Light In The Attic
By: Shel Silverstein
While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
The Fate Of The Earth
By: Jonathan Schell
These two books, now combined into one volume, helped to focus national attention in 1980s on the movement towards a nuclear freeze.
Living, Loving & Learning
By: Leo Buscaglia
Living Loving and Learning is a charming collection of Leo Buscaglia’s entertaining and informative lectures that were given worldwide between 1970-1981. While some of these lectures have been published in magazines and books, this collection is the complete one.
The One Tree
By: Stephen R. Donaldson
My personal book by one of my favourite authors! This rare 1982 FIRST EDITION COLLECTIBLE makes a great gift for Donaldson fans. The book is in excellent condition, with no marks and tight binding.
August 28, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 28, 1982 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Motor Mania
RealSports Volleyball
Eyes
Snapper
Operation Sabotage
Who was the US President on August 28, 1982?
On August 28, 1982 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 28, 1982?
On August 28, 1982 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 28, 1982?
On August 28, 1982 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 28th?
August 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:
- 2018 - Two people were killed and 35 injured when a suspected improvised explosive device was planted by the bangsamoro islamic freedom fighters detonated at a festival in isulan sultan kudarat, philippines.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, syrian civil war spillover in lebanon: qalamoun offensive, july-august 2017,: isil militants, along with their families, leave their strongholds at the lebanon-syria border, qalamun mountains, and make way for the deir ez-zor governorate, under syrian military escort. yesterday, warring parties reached a ceasefire.
- 2016 - Moro conflict: supporters of the islamic state of iraq & the levant are freed from a marawi prison in the philippines by islamic state of iraq & the levant militants.
What happened in 1982?
1982 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Canada Constitution Act replaces British North America Act
- In accordance with Camp David, Israel completes Sinai withdrawal
- Yanks fire manager Bob Lemon and replaces him with Gene Michael
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What was the calendar for August 1982?
August 1982 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.
