Saturday December 31, 1988: on this day

December 31, 1988 was the 366th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is December 31, 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 31, 1988, who was born and died on December 31, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 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 31st, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 31, 1988?


December 31, 1988 was a Saturday and it was the 366th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1988 can also be written as 12/31/1988 in the US and as 31/12/1988 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1988 in December 1988 calendar

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December 31, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st 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 31, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Dragon 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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Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 31, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 31, 1988 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 31, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 12:10 am and setting at 11:56 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 31, 1988?


Famous people born on December 31, 1988:

  • Valentin Montand

    French notable family, son of actor yves montand with his companion carole amiel.

  • Michal Řepík

    Czech ice hockey player.

  • Valentin Livi

    French notable family, unwed parents; son actor yves montand and his companion carole amiel.

  • Tijan Jaiteh
  • Kyle Johnson
  • Edvin Kanka Ćudić
  • Konan Serge Kouadio
  • Mira Rai
  • David Simón
  • Alain Traoré
  • Matthew Atkinson
  • Enrique Triverio
  • Ely Cheikh Voulani
  • Luca Ceci
  • Cristian Coimbra
  • Joyce Cousseins-Smith
  • Álex Colomé

Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:

  • Anthony Hopkins
    Anthony Hopkins

    Welch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.

  • Tim Matheson
    Tim Matheson

    American actor, tv and film star.

  • Val Kilmer
    Val Kilmer

    American actor, writer and musician.

  • John Denver
    John Denver

    American folk singer, recording artist and club performer.

  • Ben Kingsley
    Ben Kingsley

    An english actor.

  • Sarah Miles
    Sarah Miles

    British actress, first recognized in u.s.

  • Joey McIntyre
    Joey McIntyre

    American musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".

  • Bebe Neuwirth
    Bebe Neuwirth

    American singer, actress, and dancer.

  • Joe Dallesandro
    Joe Dallesandro

    American actor, model, and 'warhol star.

  • Barbara Carrera
    Barbara Carrera

    Nicaraguan model and actress.

See more famous people and celebrities born on December 31st

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December 31, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 2 months old,

or 422 months and 29 days old,

or 1838 weeks and 6 days old,

or 12872 days old,

if you were born on December 31, 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 31, 1988?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1988.

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December 31, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 31, 1988:

  • Maidie Nesbitt

    Pioneering female journalist known for her investigative reporting.

  • Elman Elman

    Elman Elman was a renowned Azerbaijani poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.

  • Alta Allen

    Renowned American painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Clement Hurst

    Noted British painter known for his landscapes and still life works.

  • Bayla Singer

    Renowned singer known for her powerful voice.

  • Nicolas Calas

    Born 1907), greek-american poet and critic of art (born 1907).

What famous deaths happened on December 31st?

Famous deaths on December 31st:

  • Betty White
    Betty White

    American actress.

  • James Avery
    James Avery

    James avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.

  • Wayne Rogers
    Wayne Rogers

    Wayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.

  • Woody Strode
    Woody Strode

    Former professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.

  • Billie Dove
    Billie Dove

    American actress (born in 1903).

  • Wesley Addy
    Wesley Addy

    Omaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).

  • Edward Herrmann
    Edward Herrmann

    American actor (d. 2014).

  • Kader Khan
    Kader Khan

    Indian actor (b. 1937).

  • William Christopher
    William Christopher

    American actor and singer (d. 2016).

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 31st

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December 31, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 31, 1988:

  • New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
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December 31, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1988 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 31, 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 31, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 31, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Brief History Of Time by Stephen W. Hawking

A Brief History Of Time

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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.

Breathing Lessons by Anne Tyler

Breathing Lessons

By:

Maggie and Ira Moran are married for 28 years. It shows in their quarrels and in their routines. But it also shows in their ability to love each other's eccentricities.

The First Salute by Barbara W. Tuchman

The First Salute

By:

Barbara W. Tuchman is the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Guns of August. With this insightful, brilliant narrative about the Revolutionary War, she turns her sights homeward.

Chronicle Of The 20Th Century by Clifton Daniel

Chronicle Of The 20Th Century

By:

It's like nothing before. Imagine being able sweep your eyes across the amazing riches and excitement of this century, as reported by the "News of the Day".

Love In The Time Of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Love In The Time Of Cholera

By:

Florentino Ariza falls in love with Fermina daza when they are young. Florentino is devastated when Fermina chooses to marry a well-off, wealthy doctor. But he is a romantic.

December 31, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 31, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Ingrid's Back

Ingrid's Back

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Amstrad PCW, Atari 8-bit, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, MSX

Genre: Text Adventure

Publisher: Level 9

Fire-Brigade The Battle for Kiev - 1943

Fire-Brigade The Battle for Kiev - 1943

Platform: IBM PC DOS 3.0 Mac OS 2.0 Atari Amiga

Genre: Computer Wargame

Publisher: Panther Games Pty Ltd

Fish!

Fish!

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad PCW, Apple II, Acorn Archimedes, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Apple Macintosh, MS-DOS, Sinclair Spectrum.

Genre: Text adventure

Publisher: Rainbird Software

Blaster Master

Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System

Genre: Platformer, Run and gun

Publisher: Sunsoft

Double Dragon II: The Revenge

Double Dragon II: The Revenge

Platform: Arcade, Mega Drive, ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Amiga, IBM PC, iOS, Android

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Technōs Japan

history

Who was the US President on December 31, 1988?

On December 31, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1988?

On December 31, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 31, 1988?

On December 31, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 31st?

December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:

  • 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
  • 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),

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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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Saturday December 31, 1988