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October 18, 1987 was the 291st day of the year 1987, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is October 18, 1987 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 18, 1987, who was born and died on October 18, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lost In Emotion by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam), movies (e.g. Opera, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Anime San Jushi) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 18th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 18, 1987?
- October 18, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 18, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 18, 1987?
- October 18, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 18, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- October 18, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 18, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- October 18, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 18, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 18, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 18, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 18, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on October 18, 1987?
What day of the week was October 18, 1987?
October 18, 1987 was a Sunday and it was the 291st day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 18, 1987 can also be written as 10/18/1987 in the US and as 18/10/1987 in UK and Europe.
October 18, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th 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 18, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 18, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 18, 1987 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 1987 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 18, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 02:48 am and setting at 04:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 1987.
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Who was born on October 18, 1987?
Famous people born on October 18, 1987:
![Zac Efron]()
Zac EfronAmerican entertainer and actor.
- Freja Beha Erichsen
Freja beha erichsen is a danish model known for her androgynous look and her work with major fashion brands and designers.
- Breland Emory
Youtube star.
- Ricky Banks
Youtube star.
- Olesja Povch
- Seth De Witte
- Machač Gadžiev
- Aitor Monroy
- Matt Bosher
- Zachary David Alexander «Zac» Efron
Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:
![Jean-Claude Van Damme]()
Jean-Claude Van DammeBelgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.
![Mike Ditka]()
Mike DitkaMike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...
![Freida Pinto]()
Freida PintoFreida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.
![Norm MacDonald]()
Norm MacDonaldNorm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.
![Michael McKean]()
Michael McKeanMichael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...
![Erin Moran]()
Erin MoranErin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.
![Milo Yiannopoulos]()
Milo YiannopoulosMilo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...
![Jacques Higelin]()
Jacques HigelinFrench musician and singer of pop.
![Melina Mercouri]()
Melina MercouriGreek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).
![Vincent Spano]()
Vincent SpanoAmerican actor, on tv and stage.
October 18, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 36 years 6 months old,
or 438 months and 1 day old,
or 1904 weeks and 5 days old,
or 13333 days old,
if you were born on October 18, 1987.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 18, 1987?
There are 182 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 18, 1987.
October 18, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 18, 1987:
- Adriaan Ditvoorst
Dutch director and screenwriter (b. 1940).
- Theodore Brameld
Author (use explosive ideas), is killed at 83.
- Joseph Schauers
- Emanuel von und zu Liechtenstein
- Giuliano Gusso
- Louis Miriani
What famous deaths happened on October 18th?
Famous deaths on October 18th:
![Sylvia Kristel]()
Sylvia KristelDutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).
![Julie London]()
Julie LondonAmerican actress and breathy blues singer.
![Gwen Verdon]()
Gwen VerdonAmerican dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.
![Tsuru Aoki]()
Tsuru AokiAmerican actress born in japan (born 1892).
![Henry Travers]()
Henry TraversActor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.
- Thos Alva Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Thomos Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Elizabeth Arden
Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.
- Primus Babbage
Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...
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October 18, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 18, 1987:
- Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
- USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
October 18, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 18, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 12th and October 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 18, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1987 was Lost In Emotion by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 18, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam - Lost In Emotion
- Prince - U Got The Look
- Europe - Carrie
- Michael Jackson - Bad
- Madonna - Causing A Commotion
October 18, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 1987 was You Win Again by The Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 18, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 18, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Bee Gees - You Win Again
- MARRS - Pump Up The Volume / Anitina (The First Time I See She Dance)
- Abigail Mead & Nigel Goulding - Full Metal Jacket (I Wanna Be Your Drill Instructor)
- Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme
- Michael Jackson - Bad
October 18, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 18, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 18, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Bad
- Glenn Jones - We've Only Just Begun (The Romance Is Not Over)
- Stephanie Mills - (You're Puttin') A Rush On Me
- Jody Watley - Don't You Want Me
- Ray Parker Jr. - I Don't Think That Man Should Sleep Alone
October 18, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 18, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.
October 18, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 18, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Los Lobos - La Bamba
- Luis Miguel - Ahora Te Puedes Marchar
- Julio Iglesias - Que no se rompa la noche
- Mijares - No Se Murio El Amor
- Chayanne - Fiesta En America
October 18, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 18, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Aenigma
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Lucio Fulci
Starring: Jared Martin, Lara Lamberti, Ulli Reinthaler, Sophie d'Aulan
Country: Italy
Big Bad Mama II
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Jim Wynorski
Starring: Angie Dickinson, Robert Culp, Danielle Brisebois, Julie McCullough
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Kiss Daddy Goodnight
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Peter Ily Huemer
Starring: Uma Thurman, Paul Dillon, Paul Richards, Steve Buscemi
October 18, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 18, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Anime san jushi
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa
Worzel Gummidge Down Under
Release year: 1987
Frank's Place
Release year: 1987
Written by: Hugh Wilson
Directed by: Helaine Head
Starring: Tim Reid, Robert Harper, Daphne Reid, Francesca P. Roberts
Country: United States of America
October 18, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 18, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Veil
By: Bob Woodward
Veil tells the story of the secret wars waged in Central America and Iran, and eventually became the time bombs for American.
Cultural Literacy
By: E. D. Hirsch Jr
Hirsch makes the argument that American children are not being taught the fundamental knowledge necessary to be able to function in modern society.
Misery
By: Stephen King
This is the #1 national bestseller about a famous author held captive by his "number 1 fan" and suffering from a terrifying case of writer's blocks--which could prove fatal.
The Five Bells And Bladebone
By: Martha Grimes
This ninth Richard Jury novel reveals that a beautiful antique is worth more than its market price when Marshall Trueblood, a dealer, accidentally discovers a corpse inside the rosewood table he just purchased.
Patriot Games
By: Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy is the #1 New York Times bestselling Jack Ryan author. This book includes his most recent blockbusters Command Authority, Threat Vector and a riveting story about the Ryan family.
October 18, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 18, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Full Throttle / Top Speed
Exzisus
The Ancient Art of War at Sea
Fantasy Zone II: The Tears of Opa-Opa
Blades of Steel Konamic Ice Hockey
Who was the US President on October 18, 1987?
On October 18, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1987?
On October 18, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 18, 1987?
On October 18, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 18th?
October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
- 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for October 1987?
October 1987 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.
