Sunday August 08, 1982: on this day

August 08, 1982 was the 220th day of the year 1982, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 08, 1982 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 08, 1982, who was born and died on August 08, 1982, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 08, 1982, which were the most popular songs (ex. Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor), movies (e.g. Fast Times at Ridgemont High, directed by Amy Heckerling), TV series (e.g. Filthy Rich) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 8th, 1982 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 08, 1982?


August 08, 1982 was a Sunday and it was the 220th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 1982 can also be written as 8/8/1982 in the US and as 8/8/1982 in UK and Europe.

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August 08, 1982: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 08, 1982:

  • 64th pga championship: ray floyd shoots a 272 at southern hills tulsa
  • Sandra palmer wins lpga boston five golf classic

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August 08, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo 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 08, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 8th, 1982 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 08, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on August 08, 1982 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 1982 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 08, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 09:53 pm and setting at 10:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Sep 03, 1982.

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Who was born on August 08, 1982?


Famous people born on August 08, 1982:

  • Fahadh Faasil
    Fahadh Faasil

    Movie actor.

  • Buakaw Banchamek

    Buakaw Banchamek is a renowned Muay Thai fighter who has won numerous championships and is considered one of the greatest Muay Thai...

  • Natallia Kuznetsova

    Natallia Kuznetsova is a Belarusian biathlete who has won multiple medals in the Biathlon World Cup and the Biathlon World Championships.

  • David Florence

    Scottish canoe racer.

  • Ross Ohlendorf

    American baseball player.

  • Abbie Cornish

    Actress.

Whose famous birthday is on August 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 8th:

  • Faye Wong
    Faye Wong

    Faye wong is a chinese singer and actress known for her ethereal voice and influential presence in the chinese music industry.

  • Peyton List
    Peyton List

    Peyton list is an american actress known for her roles in the disney channel series jessie and the film diary of a wimpy kid: rodrick rules.

  • Dustin Hoffman
    Dustin Hoffman

    American actor who created some of the most memorable characters in cinema history, winning two oscars, five oscar nominations and an emmy...

  • Robin Quivers
    Robin Quivers

    American radio personality, author, and co-host of howard sternaeur (tm), the nationally syndicated radio show and cable tv show.

  • Esther Williams
    Esther Williams

    American actress and swimmer, who became a swimming champion and became a leading lady in aquatic extravaganzas during the '50s, '60s and...

  • Keith Carradine
    Keith Carradine

    American actor from a theatre family.

  • Rory Calhoun
    Rory Calhoun

    American actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".

  • Roger Penrose
    Roger Penrose

    Mathematician and english physicist.

  • Katie Leung
    Katie Leung

    Katie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series.

  • Rena Mero
    Rena Mero

    American wrestler.

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August 08, 1982: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 41 years 8 months old,

or 500 months and 11 days old,

or 2175 weeks and 5 days old,

or 15230 days old,

if you were born on August 08, 1982.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 08, 1982?

There are 111 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 08, 1982.

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August 08, 1982: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 08, 1982:

  • Leonidus Tsypkin

    Soviet author known for his novel 'Summer in Baden-Baden'.

  • Eric Brandon

    English race car driver and businessman (d. 1982).

  • Kurt Edelhagen

    German bandleader who was well-respected.

  • Ferre Grignard

    Belgian pop singer / painter (crucified jesus).

  • Hermine Heijermans

    Author (snikken en smartlapjes), dies at 80.

  • Valeer van Kerkhove

    Flemish writer / producer (de weerlozen).

What famous deaths happened on August 8th?

Famous deaths on August 8th:

  • Louise Brooks
    Louise Brooks

    Iconic silent film actress known for her bob haircut and roles in Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Olivia Newton-John
    Olivia Newton-John

    An american singer, born in australia.

  • Karen Black
    Karen Black

    American actress, who was ten years old when she had her first stage experience.

  • Glen Campbell
    Glen Campbell

    American country and western singer, recording artist, and actor in tv and film.

  • Barbara Bel Geddes
    Barbara Bel Geddes

    Nyc, new york -- actress.

  • Fay Wray
    Fay Wray

    Fay Wray was a renowned actress best known for her role in the classic film 'King Kong'.

  • Richard Deacon
    Richard Deacon

    American actor and singer (d.1984).

  • Alan Napier
    Alan Napier

    American actor, alfred the butler on batman, at 85 years old (born 1903).

  • Ilse Werner
    Ilse Werner

    Actress and singer from the netherlands, german (d. 2005).

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 8th

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August 08, 1982: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 08, 1982:

  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least ? saints: St. Dominic de Guzman, priest, (1170-1221).
  • Sweden - Namesday of Queen Silvia, an Official Flag Day.
  • Taiwan: Father's Day. (In Mandarin, Ba Ba means father and 8-8, or August 8).
  • St. Hormisdas
  • St. Smaragdus (and companions)
  • St. Largus
  • St. Cyriacus
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August 08, 1982: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 08, 1982 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 2nd and August 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 08, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1982 was Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 08, 1982: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Eye Of The Tiger
  2. - Hurts So Good
  3. - Abracadabra
  4. - Hold Me
  5. - Hard To Say I'm Sorry

August 08, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1982 was Come On Eileen by Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 08, 1982: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Come On Eileen
  2. - Eye Of The Tiger
  3. - Fame
  4. - Don't Go
  5. - It Started With A Kiss

August 08, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1982 was And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going by Dreamgirls Featuring Jennifer Holliday, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 08, 1982: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 08, 1982 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going
  2. - Do I Do
  3. - I Really Don't Need No Light
  4. - Planet Rock
  5. - Dance Floor (Part I)

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August 08, 1982: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 08, 1982 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Fast Times at Ridgemont High

Fast Times at Ridgemont High

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Amy Heckerling

Starring: Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judge Reinhold, Robert Romanus

Country: United States of America

Notturno

Notturno

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Giorgio Bontempi

Starring: Tony Musante, Claudio Cassinelli, Omero Antonutti, Fiorenza Marchegiani

Country: Italy

Manhattan Baby

Manhattan Baby

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Christopher Connelly, Laura Lenzi, Brigitta Boccoli, Giovanni Frezza

Gian Burrasca

Gian Burrasca

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Pier Francesco Pingitore

Starring: Mario Carotenuto, Marisa Merlini, Alvaro Vitali, Clara Colosimo, Gigi Reder, Gianfranco Barra, Enzo Robutti, Gisella Sofio, Toni Ucci, Diana Dei, Dino Emanuelli, Luca Sportelli

Country: Italy

The Pirate Movie

The Pirate Movie

Release year: 1982

Directed by: Ken Annakin

Starring: Kristy McNichol, Christopher Atkins, Ted Hamilton, Bill Kerr

Country: United States of America

August 08, 1982: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 08, 1982 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Filthy Rich

Filthy Rich

Release year: 1982

Written by:

Starring: Dixie Carter, Charles Frank, Jerry Hardin, Michael Lombard

Country: United States of America

Der Andro-Jäger

Der Andro-Jäger

Release year: 1982

A Leoa

A Leoa

Release year: 1982

Turns

Turns

Release year: 1982

August 08, 1982: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 08, 1982 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Light In The Attic by Shel Silverstein

A Light In The Attic

By:

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?

No Comebacks by Frederick Forsyth

No Comebacks

By:

Ten stories from Frederick Forsyth, with the master's touch. Stories that travel from London to Spain's coast include deception, blackmail and murder.

For Special Services by John Gardner

For Special Services

By:

The novels that launched John Gardner's career in writing the James Bond 007 series are now available in trade paperback for the first time.

Princess by Robert Lacey

Princess

By:

Part fairy tale, part girl next door story, Diana Spencer's story has captured the imagination and heart of the entire world.

When Bad Things Happen To Good People by Harold S. Kushner

When Bad Things Happen To Good People

By:

Harold Kushner's 3-year-old son was diagnosed by a degenerative condition and told he would not live to his teens. This left him with one of the most difficult questions in life:

August 08, 1982: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 08, 1982 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Shamus

Shamus

Platform: Atari 8-bit, VIC-20, Commodore 64, IBM PC, TI-99 4A, TRS-80 Color Computer, Game Boy Color

Genre: action

Publisher: Synapse Software

Eyes

Eyes

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Rock-ola

Kozmik Krooz'r

Kozmik Krooz'r

Genre: Shoot 'em Up

Publisher: Bally Midway

Getaway!

Getaway!

Platform: Atari 8-bit family

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Program Exchange

Pole Position

Pole Position

Platform: Arcade, Atari consoles, Home computers

Genre: Racing

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Atari

history

Who was the US President on August 08, 1982?

On August 08, 1982 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1982?

On August 08, 1982 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 08, 1982?

On August 08, 1982 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 8th?

August 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:

  • 2018 - Academy awards: academy of motion picture arts and sciences announces changes to the oscars. this includes a shorter ceremony and a category called "most popular film".
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi. the pentagon is looking into conducting airstrikes on marawi. if approved, this would allow the united states to send troops into the area to fight the isis-affiliated maute and other islamist terror groups. later, a spokesperson denied the claims and clarified that the philippines had not requested such an airstrike.
  • 2016 - 2016 ethiopian protests. more than 50 protesters were killed by ethiopian security force forces in the past few days. the government blocked internet access and restricted journalistic access to the country.

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history

What happened in 1982?

1982 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Canada Constitution Act replaces British North America Act
  • In accordance with Camp David, Israel completes Sinai withdrawal
  • Yanks fire manager Bob Lemon and replaces him with Gene Michael

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What was the calendar for August 1982?

August 1982 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.

Discover how August 1982 calendar looked like.

Sunday August 8, 1982