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December 28, 1984 was the 363rd day of the year 1984, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.
Is December 28, 1984 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 28, 1984, who was born and died on December 28, 1984, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 28, 1984, which were the most popular songs (ex. Like A Virgin by Madonna), movies (e.g. Fatal Games, directed by Michael Elliot), TV series (e.g. Drei Reizende Schwestern) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 28th, 1984 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 28, 1984?
- December 28, 1984: What happened on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 28, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 28, 1984?
- December 28, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 28, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
- December 28, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 28, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 28, 1984?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 28, 1984?
- Who was the Pope on December 28, 1984?
What day of the week was December 28, 1984?
December 28, 1984 was a Friday and it was the 363rd day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 28, 1984 can also be written as 12/28/1984 in the US and as 28/12/1984 in UK and Europe.
December 28, 1984: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 28, 1984:
- Tv soap edge of night ends 28 year run
- Creosote bush determined to be 11,700 years old.
- Famine in ethiopia begins and kills a million people by the end of 1984. (1984 famine in ethiopia).
- Crack, a smokeable form of cocaine, is first introduced into the los angeles area and soon spreads across the united states in what becomes known as the crack epidemic.
December 28, 1984: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 28th 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 28, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 28, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.
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December 28, 1984: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 28, 1984 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 28, 1984 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 28, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:27 am and setting at 10:57 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1985.
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Who was born on December 28, 1984?
Famous people born on December 28, 1984:
- Martin Kaymer
German professional golfer who has won multiple major championships.
- Darien Brockington
American R&B singer known for his soulful voice.
- Duane Solomon
American runner.
- Elena Ivashchenko
Russian martial artist (d. 2013).
- Leroy Lita
English footballer.
- Alex Lloyd
English race car driver.
- Lisa Cant
- Ana Rocha
- Julián Di Cosmo
- Jamuovandu Ngatjizeko
- Maggie Civantos
- Sean St Ledger
- Rosir Calderón
- Ana Jovanović
- Vernon Hamilton
- Denis Chismatullin
- Francesco Ceci
- Mounir El Masrouri
- Miguel Amado
Whose famous birthday is on December 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 28th:
![Maggie Smith]()
Maggie SmithAn acclaimed British actress known for her roles in films such as The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Downton Abbey, and the Harry Potter series.
![Denzel Washington]()
Denzel WashingtonAmerican actor named as one of america's top ten favourite actors.
![Sienna Miller]()
Sienna MillerSienna Miller is an actress known for her roles in various films and stage productions.
![John Legend]()
John LegendAward-winning musician and songwriter.
![Joe Manganiello]()
Joe ManganielloTv actor.
![Noomi Rapace]()
Noomi RapaceSwedish actress.
![Seth Meyers]()
Seth MeyersAmerican actor, producer, screenwriter, and talk show host.
![Vanessa Ferlito]()
Vanessa FerlitoAmerican actress.
![Nichelle Nichols]()
Nichelle NicholsAmerican actress, singer and dancer (b. 1932).
![Hildegard Knef]()
Hildegard KnefGerman actress, who was in 56 films by 1978.
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December 28, 1984: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 39 years 3 months old,
or 471 months and 30 days old,
or 2052 weeks and 1 day old,
or 14365 days old,
if you were born on December 28, 1984.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 28, 1984?
There are 245 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 28, 1984?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 28, 1984.
December 28, 1984: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 28, 1984:
- Sam Peckinpah
American screenwriter and film director.
- Mary Stewart
Baroness stewart of alvechurch, british politician and educator (d. 1984).
- Konstantin Eršov
- Emilio de Rossignoli
- Vincent Moulia
- David Samuel «Sam» Peckinpah
What famous deaths happened on December 28th?
Famous deaths on December 28th:
![Debbie Reynolds]()
Debbie ReynoldsAmerican actress, dancer and stage entertainer.
![Jerry Orbach]()
Jerry OrbachAmerican actor and singer (d. 2004).
![Florence Lawrence]()
Florence LawrenceSilent screen actress (confidence) dies at 48.
![Joseph Ruskin]()
Joseph RuskinAmerican actor and producer (d. 2013).
![Rose Marie]()
Rose MarieAmerican entertainer, who started as a child actress named baby rose marie.
![William Demarest]()
William DemarestActor ("uncle charlie") on my three sons, dies in palm springs at the age of 92.
![Kiel Martin]()
Kiel MartinActor (det larue hill street blues), is killed by cancer at 46.
- Beatryce Arthur
Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances on stage and screen.
- Maurice Ravel
French composer and leader of the french musical impressionist movement.
- Leelah Alcorn
Leelah alcorn was a transgender girl whose suicide drew international attention to the issues faced by transgender youth.
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December 28, 1984: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 28, 1984:
- The third day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- Calendar of Saints - Feast of the Holy Innocents, a.k.a. Childermas, commemorating the Massacre of the Innocents on order of king Herod the Great. In Spain and Latin American countries the festival is celebrated in a manner similar to April Fool's Day.
December 28, 1984: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 28, 1984 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 24th and December 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 28, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 28, 1984 was Like A Virgin by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.
December 28, 1984: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 28, 1984 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 24th and December 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - Like A Virgin
- Duran Duran - Wild Boys
- Daryl Hall & John Oates - Out Of Touch
- The Honeydrippers - Sea Of Love
- New Edition - Cool It Now
December 28, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 28, 1984 was Operator by Midnight Star, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.
December 28, 1984: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 28, 1984 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 24th and December 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Midnight Star - Operator
- Ashford & Simpson - Solid
- Glenn Jones - Show Me
- The Temptations - Treat Her Like A Lady
- Eugene Wilde - Gotta Get You Home Tonight
December 28, 1984: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 28, 1984 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fatal Games
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Michael Elliot
Starring: Sally Kirkland, Lynn Banashek, Sean Masterson, Michael O'Leary
Shadows Run Black
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Howard Heard
Starring: Elizabeth Trosper, William J. Kulzer, Shea Porter, George Engelson
Mrs. Soffel
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Gillian Armstrong
Starring: Diane Keaton, Mel Gibson, Matthew Modine, Edward Herrmann
Birdy
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Alan Parker
Starring: Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron
Johnny Dangerously
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Starring: Michael Keaton, Joe Piscopo, Marilu Henner, Maureen Stapleton
December 28, 1984: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 28, 1984 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Drei reizende Schwestern
Release year: 1984
Pogo 1104
Release year: 1984
Fast Forward
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Pushing Up Daisies
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Selina Barker
Lucky Luke
Release year: 1984
Directed by: Terence Hill
December 28, 1984: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 28, 1984 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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?
Elvis Is Dead And I Don'T Feel So Good Myself
By: Lewis Grizzard
It was easy to grow up in the 1950s. Lewis Grizzard, his friends, and "gallivanting" was simply hanging out at the local grocery, eating Zagnut candy bars and drinking "Big Orange stomachwashers."
The Brain
By: Richard M. Restak
Richard Restak, a best-selling author and Neurologist, brings readers up-to-date with the latest scientific discoveries about the most complicated and mysterious object in creation--the brain.
So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish
By: Douglas Adams
Arthur Dent, who returned to Earth with little more than a ratty towel, a plastic shopping bag and a long, bizarre trip through time, has nothing to show for it.
December 28, 1984: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 28, 1984 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Bouncing Babies
The Biz
Castle Adventure
Cobra Command
The Dam Busters
Who was the US President on December 28, 1984?
On December 28, 1984 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 28, 1984?
On December 28, 1984 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 28, 1984?
On December 28, 1984 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 28th?
December 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: the kurdish ypg asks for syrian government troops to defend manbij from what it calls a turkish invasion.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: kabul suicide bombing, december 2017: 41 killed and 84 injured in a suicide bombing at a shiite cultural center in kabul, afghanistan. this group, which is affiliated with isil, claims responsibility to amaq news agency.
- 2016 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a bomb explosion in kabul causes many casualties. according to afghan police, the attack was directed at fakori behishti, a member in the national assembly.
What happened in 1984?
1984 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 2,000 die from Union Carbide poison gas emission in Bhopal, India
- Night Court starring Harry Anderson premieres on NBC TV
- Challenger moves to Vandenberg AFB for mating of STS 41 B mission
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What was the calendar for December 1984?
December 1984 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.
