Thursday December 29, 1988: on this day

December 29, 1988 was the 364th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is December 29, 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 29, 1988, who was born and died on December 29, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 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 29th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 1988?


December 29, 1988 was a Thursday and it was the 364th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 1988 can also be written as 12/29/1988 in the US and as 29/12/1988 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 1988 in December 1988 calendar

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December 29, 1988: What happened on that day?


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December 29, 1988: What were the magazines covers that day?

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December 29, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th 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 29, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 29, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 29, 1988 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 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 29, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 10:11 pm and setting at 11:15 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 29, 1988?


Famous people born on December 29, 1988:

  • Khristen Kish

    Accomplished wrestler with a strong fan following.

  • Michaelia Kocianova

    Founder of a successful e-commerce business specializing in handmade jewelry.

  • Ágnes Szávay

    Hungarian tennis player.

  • Eric Berry

    English/us actor (pippin 49th parallel), died at 80.

  • Christen Press

    American footballer.

  • Yu (Cinema Bizarre)
  • Lynn Styles
  • Ivan Tverdovskij
  • Serghei Țvetcov
  • Josef Ferstl
  • Silvia Fondriest
  • Shane Victor
  • Gerard Gohou
  • Ihor Kovalenko

Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Green Mile and Pieces of April.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

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December 29, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 2 months old,

or 422 months and 19 days old,

or 1837 weeks and 5 days old,

or 12864 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 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 29, 1988?

There are 285 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 29, 1988.

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December 29, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 29, 1988:

  • Mike Beuttler

    Driver of a race car in egypt (d. 1988).

  • Ieuan Maddock

    Welsh scientist and nuclear researcher (d. 1988).

  • Émile Aillaud

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

  • Bridge Baron

    Renowned American bridge player.

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December 29, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 1988:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 29, 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 29, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1988 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 29, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 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:

  1. - Every Rose Has Its Thorn youtube
  2. - My Prerogative youtube
  3. - Look Away youtube
  4. - Giving You The Best That I Got
  5. - Waiting For A Star To Fall

December 29, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 29, 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 29, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 29, 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:

  1. - Heaven Is A Place On Earth
  2. - Especially For You
  3. - Crackers International (EP)
  4. - Always On My Mind
  5. - Buffalo Stance

December 29, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 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 29, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 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:

  1. - Tumblin' Down
  2. - Smooth Criminal
  3. - Oasis
  4. - Sweet, Sweet Love
  5. - Everything I Miss At Home

December 29, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 29, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 29, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 29, 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:

  1. - Como Tu Mujer
  2. - SI EL AMOR SE VA
  3. - BOCA ROSA
  4. - DE CORAZON A CORAZON
  5. - NO ME HABLEN DE EL

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December 29, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

War Requiem

War Requiem

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Derek Jarman

Starring: Nathaniel Parker, Tilda Swinton, Laurence Olivier, Patricia Hayes

Top Line

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

Aenigma

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan

Country: Italy

Iguana

Iguana

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Monte Hellman

Starring: Fabio Testi, Everett McGill, Maru Valdivielso

Country: Italy

Touch of Death

Touch of Death

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Brett Halsey, Ria De Simone, Al Cliver, Sacha Darwin

December 29, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 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

Fauji

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Col. Kapoor

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan

Country: India

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Tom Rulon

USA Up All Night

USA Up All Night

Release year: 1988

Starring: Carla Ulbrich

Country: United States of America

December 29, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Seven Stories Of Christmas Love by Leo Buscaglia

Seven Stories Of Christmas Love

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This holiday classic includes personal stories that are based on Christmas memories. Five stories were originally published in Woman's Day magazine. This began a tradition of publishing an annual Buscaglia Christmas story.

The Cardinal Of The Kremlin by Tom Clancy

The Cardinal Of The Kremlin

By:

Two men have vital information about Russia's Star Wars missile defence system. CARDINAL, America's top agent in the Kremlin, is one of the two men. He's about be fired by the KGB.

One by Richard Bach

One

By:

To be the person I am today, I gave my life. Was it worth it

A Brief History Of Time by Stephen W. Hawking

A Brief History Of Time

By:

Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.

Spy Hook by Len Deighton

Spy Hook

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December 29, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Gain Ground

Gain Ground

Platform: Sega System 24, Sega Master System, Mega Drive/Genesis, TurboGrafx-16 CD

Genre: Action game, strategy video game, real-time tactical shooter

Publisher: Sega

F-16 Combat Pilot

F-16 Combat Pilot

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Digital Integration Action Sixteen Premier (Budget) Electronic Arts (DOS)

Jet-Story

Jet-Story

Platform: ZX Spectrum

Genre: Action Arcade game

Publisher: Ultrasoft

Keith Courage in Alpha Zones

Keith Courage in Alpha Zones

Platform: PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Hudson Soft NEC

Dead Angle

Dead Angle

Platform: Arcade Sega Master System

Genre: Shooting gallery

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Who was the US President on December 29, 1988?

On December 29, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1988?

On December 29, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 1988?

On December 29, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th 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 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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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.

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