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October 08, 1989 was the 281st day of the year 1989, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is October 08, 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 October 08, 1989, who was born and died on October 08, 1989, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 08, 1989, which were the most popular songs (ex. Miss You Much by Janet Jackson), movies (e.g. Look Who's Talking, directed by Amy Heckerling), TV series (e.g. Twin Peaks) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 8th, 1989 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 08, 1989?
- October 08, 1989: What happened on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 08, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 08, 1989?
- October 08, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 08, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- October 08, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 08, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 08, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on October 08, 1989?
What day of the week was October 08, 1989?
October 08, 1989 was a Sunday and it was the 281st day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 08, 1989 can also be written as 10/8/1989 in the US and as 8/10/1989 in UK and Europe.
October 08, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 08, 1989:
- Oakland beats toronto, 4-3 in game 5, to advance to the world series
October 08, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 8th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 08, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 08, 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 October 8th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 08, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 08, 1989 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 08, 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 October 08, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 62% full, rising at 03:03 pm and setting at 12:30 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 15, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Oct 14, 1989.
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Who was born on October 08, 1989?
Famous people born on October 08, 1989:
- Armand Traore
Armand Traore is a professional footballer who has played for various clubs in Europe.
- Sione Lousi
New zealand rugby league player.
- Mahmut Temür
Turkish footballer.
- Devereaux Peters
Whose famous birthday is on October 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 8th:
![Bella Thorne]()
Bella ThorneBella thorne is an american actress and model known for her roles in disney channel's 'shake it up' and the film 'the duff'.
![Matt Damon]()
Matt DamonAmerican actor and the author of "good will hunting," a movie script he wrote with his friend ben affleck.
![Bruno Mars]()
Bruno MarsAmerican singer, songwriter and record producer.
![Nick Cannon]()
Nick CannonNick cannon is an american rapper, actor, and comedian known for his roles in films such as drumline and his work as the host of america's...
![Raaj Kumar]()
Raaj KumarRaaj kumar was an indian film actor known for his powerful and intense performances in hindi cinema.
![Sigourney Weaver]()
Sigourney WeaverAmerican actress, whose first hit was 1979's science-fiction thriller "alien.
![Paul Hogan]()
Paul HoganAustralian screenwriter and actor who is most well-known for his first feature film "crocodile dandee" and its sequel, "crocodile dandee ii.
![Chevy Chase]()
Chevy ChaseAmerican comedian and actor, who started as a writer.
![Stephanie Zimbalist]()
Stephanie ZimbalistMovie actress.
![Claude Jade]()
Claude JadeOne of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...
October 08, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 6 months old,
or 414 months and 16 days old,
or 1802 weeks and 3 days old,
or 12617 days old,
if you were born on October 08, 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 October 08, 1989?
There are 167 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 08, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 08, 1989.
October 08, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 08, 1989:
- Robert Rivard
What famous deaths happened on October 8th?
Famous deaths on October 8th:
![Fernando Lamas]()
Fernando LamasArgentinian-american actor, singer, and director (d. 1982).
![Phyllis Calvert]()
Phyllis CalvertBritish actress (born 1915).
![Nigel Bruce]()
Nigel BruceBritish actor (d. 1953).
![Eduardo Ciannelli]()
Eduardo CiannelliItalian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy.
- Willy Brandt
German lawyer and politician, 4th chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1913).
- Reford
Renowned Canadian architect known for his work on the Jardins de Métis.
- Jacques Derrida
Influential French philosopher known for developing deconstruction theory.
- Marianita May
Renowned American author known for her novels and short stories.
- Naftula Herz Imber
Author of the lyrics of the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 8th
October 08, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 08, 1989:
- French Republican Calendar - Citrouille (Pumpkin) Day, seventeenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Also see October 8 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Bolivia - reportedly, Che Guevara is honoured on this day at which he was captured in La Higuera, as San Ernesto, answering prayers for rain.
- Wales and Cornwall - Saint Keyne
- RC Saints - Saint Susan of Blois
Observances on October 08, 1989:
- World Migratory Bird Day [UNEP]
October 08, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 08, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 2nd and October 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 08, 1989 was Miss You Much by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- Madonna - Cherish
- Milli Vanilli - Girl I'm Gonna Miss You
- Warrant - Heaven
- Cher - If I Could Turn Back Time
October 08, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 08, 1989 was Ride On Time by Black Box, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Black Box - Ride On Time
- Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - That's What I Like
- Technotronic featuring Felly - Pump Up The Jam
- Milli Vanilli - Girl I'm Gonna Miss You
- Rebel MC & Double Trouble - Street Tuff
October 08, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 08, 1989 was Back To Life (However Do You Want Me) by Soul II Soul (Featuring Caron Wheeler), according to the R&B music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Soul II Soul (Featuring Caron Wheeler) - Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)
- Sybil - Don't Make Me Over
- Janet Jackson - Miss You Much
- Regina Belle - Baby Come To Me
- Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly - Can't Get Over You
October 08, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 08, 1989 was Si voy a perderte by Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 08, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Gloria Estefan - Si voy a perderte
- Luis Miguel - Fria como el viento
- Los Bukis - A donde vayas
- Ana Gabriel - Simplemente Amigos
- Lucerito - Cuentame
October 08, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 08, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Look Who's Talking
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Starring: John Travolta, Kirstie Alley, Olympia Dukakis, George Segal
Country: United States of America
Crimes and Misdemeanors
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Woody Allen
Starring: Martin Landau, Woody Allen, Bill Bernstein, Claire Bloom
The Fabulous Baker Boys
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Steve Kloves
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Michelle Pfeiffer, Beau Bridges, Ellie Raab
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
Catch Me If You Can
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Stephen Sommers
Starring: Matt Lattanzi, Loryn Locklin, Grant Heslov, Billy Morrissette
October 08, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 08, 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:
Twin Peaks
Release year: 1989
Written by: Mark Frost, David Lynch
Starring: Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook
Country: United States of America
Blackadder Goes Forth
Release year: 1989
Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Alien Nation
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Graham Baker
Baywatch
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Seth Gordon
The Karate Kid
Release year: 1989
Directed by: John Avildsen
October 08, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 08, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Pillars of the Earth
By: Ken Follett
View our Ken Follett feature page. Starz has more information about The Pillars of the Earth. This historical epic, a departure for the bestselling thriller author, is a tale about the construction of a powerful Gothic cathedral in the 12th …
What Am I Doing Here
By: Bruce Chatwin
Chatwin shares a selection of stories and travelogues that he finds interesting as he examines the world of the foolish, the misguided and the beautiful, and the bizarre.
Majestic
By: Whitley Strieber
It's time to tell the truth... Something crashed in Roswell, New Mexico on July 2, 1947.
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.
The Joy Luck Club
By: Amy Tan
Four mothers, four daughters and four families, whose histories change with the winds according to who is "saying" them.
October 08, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 08, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Fire Hawk: Thexder - The Second Contact
Dr. Plummet's House of Flux
Gekitotsu Shiku Battle
Fire Shark Same! Same! Same!
Dusty Diamond's All-Star Softball
Who was the US President on October 08, 1989?
On October 08, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1989?
On October 08, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 08, 1989?
On October 08, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 8th?
October 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of October. 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 October 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-present); the rise of terrorism in egypt: a libyan national army operation at derna results with the capture of hesham ashmawy. hesham ashmawy is one of egypt's most wanted militants.
- 2017 - Rohingya persecution (2016-present). a refugee boat on its way to bangladesh from myanmar capssizes, leading to at least 12 deaths.
- 2016 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi-led coalition aircraft launch airstrikes against civilians at the funeral for the father of houthi government's interior minister in sana'a. at least 140 people were killed and over 500 others were injured. abdul-qader hilal, the mayor of sana'a is among the dead. (the independent), (bbc),
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 October 1989?
October 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
