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December 31, 1993 was the 365th day of the year 1993, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.
Is December 31, 1993 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, 1993, who was born and died on December 31, 1993, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 1993, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hero by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Hard Drive, directed by James Merendino), TV series (e.g. Birdland) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 1993 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 1993?
- December 31, 1993: What happened on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 1993: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 1993?
- December 31, 1993: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 1993: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 1993: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 1993: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 1993?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1993?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 1993?
What day of the week was December 31, 1993?
December 31, 1993 was a Friday and it was the 365th day of the year 1993 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 1993 can also be written as 12/31/1993 in the US and as 31/12/1993 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 1993: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 31, 1993:
- Barbra striesand does her 1st live public concert in 20 years
- Loveboat actress jill whelan (27) weds brad st. john
- Thomas j watson jr, president of ibm (1956-71)/diplomat, dies at age 79.
December 31, 1993: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Minnesota Vikings - Washington Redskins : 14 - 9
December 31, 1993: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1993: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1993 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 1993 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 31, 1993: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 1993 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1993 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, 1993 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 07:56 pm and setting at 09:26 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 28, 1993 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1994.
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Who was born on December 31, 1993?
Famous people born on December 31, 1993:
- Ryan Blaney
American race car driver.
- Mattjs Branderhorst
- Amato Ciciretti
- Matthias Hamrol
- Pavel Dõmov
- Bradley Dack
- Christopher Tolofua
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
![Anthony Hopkins]()
Anthony HopkinsWelch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.
![Tim Matheson]()
Tim MathesonAmerican actor, tv and film star.
![Val Kilmer]()
Val KilmerAmerican actor, writer and musician.
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Ben Kingsley]()
Ben KingsleyAn english actor.
![Sarah Miles]()
Sarah MilesBritish actress, first recognized in u.s.
![Joey McIntyre]()
Joey McIntyreAmerican musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".
![Bebe Neuwirth]()
Bebe NeuwirthAmerican singer, actress, and dancer.
![Joe Dallesandro]()
Joe DallesandroAmerican actor, model, and 'warhol star.
![Barbara Carrera]()
Barbara CarreraNicaraguan model and actress.
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December 31, 1993: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 30 years 3 months old,
or 363 months and 23 days old,
or 1581 weeks and 4 days old,
or 11071 days old,
if you were born on December 31, 1993.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, 1993?
There are 252 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, 1993?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1993.
December 31, 1993: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 1993:
- Arthur Dreifuss
Director/producer (murder in amsterdam), dies aged 85.
- Brandon Teena
American murder victim (born 1972).
- Vencil Ware
Vencil Ware was an American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
- Ernestene Elmore
Ernestene Elmore was an American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of topology.
- Big Bertha
Irish cattle and twice guinness world record holder (oldest cow, cow with most offspring) (d. 1993).
- Zviad Gamsakhurdia
Georgian anthropologist and politician, 1st president of georgia (d. 1993).
- Ludwika Jakubowska-Brodowa
Ludwika Jakubowska-Brodowa was a Polish writer and journalist, known for her novels and short stories.
- Lambert Fokkema
Dutch export combination founder, who dies at the age of 80.
- Bill Cowley
What famous deaths happened on December 31st?
Famous deaths on December 31st:
![Betty White]()
Betty WhiteAmerican actress.
![James Avery]()
James AveryJames 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 RogersWayne 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 StrodeFormer professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.
![Billie Dove]()
Billie DoveAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Wesley Addy]()
Wesley AddyOmaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).
![Edward Herrmann]()
Edward HerrmannAmerican actor (d. 2014).
![Kader Khan]()
Kader KhanIndian actor (b. 1937).
![William Christopher]()
William ChristopherAmerican actor and singer (d. 2016).
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December 31, 1993: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 1993:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 1993: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 1993 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 27th and January 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1993 was Hero by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.
December 31, 1993: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1993 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mariah Carey - Hero
- Janet Jackson - Again
- Ace Of Base - All That She Wants
- Bryan Adams - All For Love
- Meat Loaf - I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)
December 31, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1993 was Twist And Shout by Chaka Demus & Pliers featuring Jack Radics & Taxi Gang, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.
December 31, 1993: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1993 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chaka Demus & Pliers featuring Jack Radics & Taxi Gang - Twist And Shout
- D:Ream - Things Can Only Get Better
- Snap! featuring Niki Harris - Exterminate!
- Take That - Could It Be Magic
- K7 - Come Baby Come
December 31, 1993: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1993 was Can We Talk by Tevin Campbell, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.
December 31, 1993: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 1993 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Tevin Campbell - Can We Talk
- Jodeci - Cry For You
- DRS - Gangsta Lean
- Babyface - Never Keeping Secrets
- Mariah Carey - Hero
December 31, 1993: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 1993 was Cerca De Ti by The Barrio Boyzz, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.
December 31, 1993: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 31, 1993 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- The Barrio Boyzz - Cerca De Ti
- Los Fantasmas del Caribe - Por Una Lagrima
- Las Triplets - Algo Mas Que Amor
- Bronco: El Gigante De America - Dos Mujeres Un Camino
- Pimpinela - El Amor No Se Puede Olvidar
December 31, 1993: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 1993 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Hard Drive
Release year: 1993
Directed by: James Merendino
Starring: Edward Albert, Robin Joi Brown, Jane Damian, Leo Damian
Zid
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Esmayeel Shroff
Starring: Jay Mehta, Raageshwari, Mala Sinha, Rajeev Verma
Cabin Boy
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Adam Resnick
Starring: Chris Elliott, Ritch Brinkley, James Gammon, Brian Doyle-Murray
Backstreet Justice
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Chris McIntyre
Starring: Linda Kozlowski, Paul Sorvino, Hector Elizondo, John Shea
Schramm
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Jörg Buttgereit
Starring: Florian Koerner von Gustorf, Monika M., Micha Brendel, Carolina Harnisch
December 31, 1993: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 31, 1993 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Birdland
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Peter Lynch
Please Save My Earth
Release year: 1993
Directed by: Kazuo Yamazaki
A Woman's Guide to Adultery
Release year: 1993
Second Chances
Release year: 1993
Directed by: James Fargo
Life in the Freezer
Release year: 1993
Starring: David Attenborough
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
December 31, 1993: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 1993 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Downing Street Years
By: Margaret Thatcher
Margaret Thatcher's memoirs are the first to be published. It focuses on the British Prime Minister's interactions with the U.S. presidents, Falkland War and her 1983 election victory.
The Client
By: John Grisham
In a weedy lot on the outskirts of Memphis, two boys watch a shiny Lincoln pull up to the curb...Eleven-year-old Mark Sway and his younger brother were sharing a forbidden cigarette when a chance encounter with a suicidal lawyer left …
Embraced By The Light
By: Betty J. Eadie with Curtis Taylor
Embraced By the Light by Eadie and Taylor is a book in which Betty Eadie recounts her near-death experience and subsequent events.
The Book Of Virtues
By: William J. Bennett
Responsibility. Courage. Compassion. Honesty. Friendship. Persistence. Faith. These traits are essential for good character. We must show our children examples in order to encourage them to acquire these traits.
Mr. Murder
By: Dean Koontz
Martin Stillwater is a bright and imaginative man. It delights his wife and two daughters, and provides all the inspiration he needs for his highly-acclaimed mystery novels.
December 31, 1993: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 1993 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Boxing Legends of the Ring Chavez II Final Knockout
Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck
Bubble Bobble Part 2
Cannon Fodder
Secret of Mana
Who was the US President on December 31, 1993?
On December 31, 1993 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1993?
On December 31, 1993 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 1993?
On December 31, 1993 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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),
What happened in 1993?
1993 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Czechoslovakia separates into Czech Republic (Bohemia) and Slovakia
- Harry Connick Jr arrested at a New York airport for gun possession
- Gypsy Passion closes at Plymouth Theater NYC after 55 performances
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What was the calendar for December 1993?
December 1993 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.
