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August 31, 1989 was the 243rd day of the year 1989, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 31, 1989 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 31, 1989, who was born and died on August 31, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 31, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cold Hearted by Paula Abdul), movies (e.g. The Cook the Thief His Wife & Her Lover, directed by Peter Greenaway), TV series (e.g. The Karate Kid) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 31st, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 31, 1989?
- August 31, 1989: What happened on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 31, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 31, 1989?
- August 31, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 31, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- August 31, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 31, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 31, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on August 31, 1989?
What day of the week was August 31, 1989?
August 31, 1989 was a Thursday and it was the 243rd day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 31, 1989 can also be written as 8/31/1989 in the US and as 31/8/1989 in UK and Europe.
August 31, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 31, 1989:
- Aeromexico dc-9 collides over la, 82 die
- Arbitrator t roberts orders owners to pay $105 million for collusion
- In the aftermath of the chadian–libyan conflict of 1978-87, representatives of libya and chad agreed to let the international court of justice determine ownership of the aouzou strip, which had been occupied by libya since 1973.
August 31, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st 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 31, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Snake personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 31st, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 31, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 31, 1989 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 1989 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 31, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 06:40 am and setting at 07:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1989.
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Who was born on August 31, 1989?
Famous people born on August 31, 1989:
- Shin Hye-sun
Acclaimed for her versatile acting skills in Korean dramas.
- Dezmon Briscoe
American football player.
- Bebe Rexha
Musician.
- Billy Joe Saunders
Athlete.
- Salvatore Puccio
- Xavier Siméon
- Josip Sobin
- Denise Hanke
- Ian Williams
- Tameka Williams
- Jesús Sánchez
- Henry Kisekka
- Dawid Konarski
- Stipe Plazibat
Whose famous birthday is on August 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 31st:
![Richard Gere]()
Richard GereAmerican actor.
![Chris Tucker]()
Chris TuckerAmerican actor and comedian best known for his role in the Rush Hour film series.
![James Coburn]()
James CoburnAmerican actor, 6'2", slim and relaxed, with a variety of roles, from cowboy to master spy.
![Marcia Clark]()
Marcia ClarkAmerican lawyer who rose to prominence as the o.j.
![Itzhak Perlman]()
Itzhak PerlmanIsraeli-american violinist and conductor.
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Eldridge Cleaver]()
Eldridge CleaverAfro-american militant black activist from the '60s.
![Buddy Hackett]()
Buddy HackettAmerican comedian and actor (d. 2003).
![Arthur Godfrey]()
Arthur GodfreyAmerican entertainer.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
August 31, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 7 months old,
or 415 months and 20 days old,
or 1807 weeks and 2 days old,
or 12651 days old,
if you were born on August 31, 1989.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 31, 1989?
There are 133 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 31, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 31, 1989.
August 31, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 31, 1989:
- Michele Cascella
- Claire Luce
What famous deaths happened on August 31st?
Famous deaths on August 31st:
![Max Bygraves]()
Max BygravesBritish cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.
![David Farrar]()
David FarrarForest gate, england -- actor.
![Michael Constantine]()
Michael ConstantineGreek-american actor (b. 1927).
![Sally Rand]()
Sally RandHickory county, missouri -- stripper (fan dance).
![Charles Delaney]()
Charles DelaneyDies at 67.
- Charlot Baudelaire
Influential poet known for his symbolist style.
- John Bunyan
English preacher, theologian, and author (d. 1688).
- Leili Behbahani
Prominent Iranian poet known for her modernist poetry.
- Rockney Marciano
Legendary heavyweight boxer with an undefeated record.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 31st
August 31, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 31, 1989:
- Trinidad and Tobago - Independence Day (from Great Britain, 1962)
- Kyrgyzstan - Independence Day (from USSR, 1991)
- Malaysia - Hari Merdeka, a National Day (independence within the Commonwealth, 1957)
- Moldova: Day of Our Language (Limba Noastra)
- Calendar of Saints - Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, San Abbondio, Saint Raymond Nonnatus
Observances on August 31, 1989:
- International Day for People of African Descent
August 31, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 31, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 28th and September 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 31, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1989 was Cold Hearted by Paula Abdul, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 31, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 31, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paula Abdul - Cold Hearted
- Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
- New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
- Gloria Estefan - Don't Wanna Lose You
- The Jeff Healey Band - Angel Eyes
August 31, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1989 was Ride On Time by Black Box, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 31, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 31, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Black Box - Ride On Time
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
- Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
- Jason Donovan - Every Day (I Love You More)
- Tears For Fears - Sowing The Seeds Of Love
August 31, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1989 was It's No Crime by Babyface, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 31, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 31, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Babyface - It's No Crime
- Teddy Riley Featuring Guy - My Fantasy (From "Do The Right Thing")
- The Isley Brothers - Spend The Night (Ce Soir)
- Eric Gable - Remember (The First Time)
- Sharon Bryant - Let Go
August 31, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 31, 1989 was Simplemente Amigos by Ana Gabriel, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 31, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 31, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Ana Gabriel - Simplemente Amigos
- Luis Miguel - La Incondicional
- Franco de Vita - Te Amo
- Jose Luis Rodriguez - BAILA MI RUMBA
- Gloria Estefan - Si voy a perderte
August 31, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 31, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Cook the Thief His Wife & Her Lover
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Peter Greenaway
Starring: Richard Bohringer, Michael Gambon, Helen Mirren, Alan Howard
Country: United States of America
Speaking Parts
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Atom Egoyan
Starring: Michael McManus, Arsinée Khanjian, Gabrielle Rose, Tony Nardi
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
In Country
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Norman Jewison
Starring: Emily Lloyd, Bruce Willis, Joan Allen, Kevin Anderson
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
August 31, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 31, 1989 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 Karate Kid
Release year: 1989
Directed by: John Avildsen
Open House
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Split Ends
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Dorothy Lyman
The New Lassie
Release year: 1989
Country: United States of America
August 31, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 31, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Polar Star
By: Martin Cruz Smith
He made too many enemies. He was kicked out of his party membership. Arkady Renko, once Moscow's most prominent criminal investigator, now works in anonymity aboard a Russian factory ship that is working with American trawlers.
Red Phoenix
By: Larry Bond
After a string of student riots in Seoul ends, the U.S. Congress quickly passes a bill calling for the withdrawal of all American troops from South Korea.
From Beirut To Jerusalem
By: Thomas L. Friedman
"If you only have one book to read about the Middle East, this should be it." ---Seymour M. HershOne the most insightful books about the Middle East, From Beirut To Jerusalem.
Running The Amazon
By: Joe Kane
The journey began in Peruvian Andes' lunar terrain, where coca leaves are the only cure for altitude sickness.
Summer Of '49
By: David Halberstam
Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Halberstam brings us back to a time when dreams of an America almost forgotten were possible with his incredible talent, passion, insight.
August 31, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 31, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
The Revenge of Shinobi
Famicom Tantei Club Part II: Ushiro ni Tatsu Shōjo
Blood Money
The Astyanax
Bruce Lee Lives
Who was the US President on August 31, 1989?
On August 31, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1989?
On August 31, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 31, 1989?
On August 31, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 31st?
August 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2018 - War in donbass - alexander zakharchenko (leader of the self-proclaimed donetsk people's republic), is killed in an explosion at a cafe near donetsk.
- 2017 - Wells fargo account fraud scandal - wells fargo reports that an additional 1.4 million accounts were found to be fraudulent. this brings the total number of potentially fraudulent accounts to around 3.5 million.
- 2016 - After "proof" of two miracles, mother teresa of calcutta will be made a saint.
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
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What was the calendar for August 1989?
August 1989 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.
