Sunday December 25, 1988: on this day

December 25, 1988 was the 360th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 25, 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 25, 1988, who was born and died on December 25, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 25, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison), movies (e.g. Touch of Death, directed by Lucio Fulci), TV series (e.g. Fauji) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 25th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 25, 1988?


December 25, 1988 was a Sunday and it was the 360th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 25, 1988 can also be written as 12/25/1988 in the US and as 25/12/1988 in UK and Europe.

December 25, 1988 in December 1988 calendar

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December 25, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 25th 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 25, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 25, 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 25th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 25, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 25, 1988 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 25, 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 25, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 07:02 pm and setting at 09:51 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 25, 1988?


Famous people born on December 25, 1988:

  • Nataline Sarkisyan

    Known for her advocacy work in healthcare reform.

  • Marco Mengoni

    Italian singer-songwriter.

  • Eric Gordon

    American basketball player.

  • Lukas Nelson

    Lukas Nelson is a talented musician and the frontman of the band Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.

  • Joãozinho

    Brazilian footballer.

  • Lukas Hinds-Johnson

    German rugby player.

  • Joseph Bishop

    American earthquake fatality.

  • Emma Slater

    Dancer.

  • Heather Cooke

    American soccer player.

  • Nduka Ozokwo
  • João Natailton Ramos dos Santos
  • Kajsa Kling
  • Dele Adeleye
  • Simona Pop
  • Andrew Selby
  • András Vági
  • Solomon Owello

Whose famous birthday is on December 25th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 25th:

  • Annie Lennox
    Annie Lennox

    Scottish musician and songwriter with an androgynous look.

  • Ingrid Betancourt
    Ingrid Betancourt

    Colombian-born politician, kidnap victim, she is the mother to two children.

  • Hanna Schygulla
    Hanna Schygulla

    Hanna Schygulla is a German actress known for her collaborations with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder in the 1970s.

  • Rod Serling
    Rod Serling

    American radio and television script writer.

  • Jimmy Buffett
    Jimmy Buffett

    American musician, whose debut album "down to earth" was reportedly only 324 copies.

  • Quentin Crisp
    Quentin Crisp

    British gay character and author of "the naked civil servant" in 1931, he "came out" as a limp-wristed, effeminate, mincing queen with blue...

  • Fernand Gravey
    Fernand Gravey

    Belgian/french actor in film, started his career in france.

  • Ismail Merchant
    Ismail Merchant

    Director and producer in indian-english (d. 2005).

  • CCH Pounder
    CCH Pounder

    Guyana-born actress.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

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December 25, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 35 years 2 months old,

or 422 months and 23 days old,

or 1838 weeks and 2 days old,

or 12868 days old,

if you were born on December 25, 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 25, 1988?

There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 25th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 25, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 25, 1988.

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December 25, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 25, 1988:

  • Raden Tjondronegoro

    Indonesian author known for his literary works.

  • Shōhei Ōoka

    Japanese author and critic (b. 1909).

  • Edward Pelham-Clinton

    10th duke of newcastle, english entomologist and lepidopterist (b. 1920).

  • Ooka Shohei

    Japanese novelist (born in 1909).

  • Evgenij Kirillovič Golubev
  • Corrado Giovannini

What famous deaths happened on December 25th?

Famous deaths on December 25th:

  • W.C. Fields
    W.C. Fields

    Legendary American comedian and actor known for his witty humor and distinctive persona.

  • Eartha Kitt
    Eartha Kitt

    Eartha kitt was a renowned pop singer and actress known for her sultry voice and captivating performances, gaining fame for her hit songs...

  • Dean Martin
    Dean Martin

    American actor and singer who was a team with jerry lewis between 1950-1954, before going it alone.

  • Joan Blondell
    Joan Blondell

    American actress and singer (b. 1906).

  • Charlie Chaplin
    Charlie Chaplin

    Actor (modern times), passes away in switzerland at 88.

  • Agnes Ayres
    Agnes Ayres

    Actress johnny belinda sheik, dies at 42.

  • Denver Pyle
    Denver Pyle

    American actor (dukes of hazzard), age 77 (born in 1920).

  • David Ryall
    David Ryall

    English actor (b. 1935).

  • Odester Chaplin

    Legendary comic actor and filmmaker.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 25th

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December 25, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 25, 1988:

  • Christmas Day is a Christian holiday on this day celebrating the Nativity of Jesus. It is a public holiday in many countries, including almost everywhere in the Americas, most European nations, the Philippines and most of Oceania, some African countries, the Commonwealth of Nations, and various other countries and regions. Many non-Christians, including non-theists, celebrate secular aspects of the holiday, such as decorating Christmas trees and exchanging gifts with family and friends. Some
  • Pakistan - Quaid's Day is celebrated as a national holiday in Pakistan in honour of the birth of Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
  • British Isles - a quarter day in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland. (but not in Scotland)
  • Roman festivals - (re)birth of Sol Invictus, the winter solstice feast in the Roman Empire since 274.
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December 25, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 25, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 19th and December 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 25, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 25, 1988 was Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.

December 25, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 25, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. 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 25, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 25, 1988 was Mistletoe And Wine by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.

December 25, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 25, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Mistletoe And Wine
  2. - Especially For You
  3. - Cat Among The Pigeons / Silent Night
  4. - Suddenly
  5. - First Time

December 25, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 25, 1988 was Tumblin' Down by Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.

December 25, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 25, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 19th and December 25th. 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 25, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 25, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.

December 25, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 25, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 19th and December 25th. 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 25, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 25, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Touch of Death

Touch of Death

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Brett Halsey, Ria De Simone, Al Cliver, Sacha Darwin

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

Robo Vampire

Robo Vampire

Release year: 1988

Directed by: Godfrey Ho

Starring: Robin Mackay, Nian Watts, Harry Myles, Joe Browne

December 25, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 25, 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

December 25, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 25, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

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".

The Last Lion by William Manchester

The Last Lion

By:

The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm spans the years 1940-1965. It was written shortly after Winston Churchill became Prime Minister. This is when Great Britain stood against the overwhelming power of Nazi Germany.

The Cardinal Of The Kremlin by Tom Clancy

The Cardinal Of The Kremlin

By:

Two men have vital information about Russia's Star Wars missile defence system. CARDINAL, America's top agent in the Kremlin, is one of the two men. He's about be fired by the KGB.

Anything For Billy by Larry McMurtry

Anything For Billy

By:

My first encounter with Billy was when he walked out of a cloud ..... Welcome to the wild and bloody adventures of Billy the Kid. He is the most famous outlaw in the American West.

The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg

The Polar Express

By:

Remember that there is so much wonder in the world. This holiday season, remind yourself to look for it and listen to what it has to say. This limited edition, lavish box set will bring magic to your home and …

December 25, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 25, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crossroads II

Crossroads II

Platform: Commodore 64

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: COMPUTE!'s Gazette

F-16 Combat Pilot

F-16 Combat Pilot

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Digital Integration Action Sixteen Premier (Budget) Electronic Arts (DOS)

Cyberball

Cyberball

Platform: Arcade, NES, Mega Drive/Genesis, Atari ST, Amiga, Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum, XBLA

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari Games

Fire King

Fire King

Platform: Commodore 64, Commodore 128, DOS

Genre: Action Role-playing video game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battle Chess

Battle Chess

Platform: Amiga, 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, Acorn Archimedes, Amiga CD32, Amiga CDTV, Apple IIGS, Apple IIe, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, FM Towns, NES, Mac OS, NEC PC-9801, X68000, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Chess

Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

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Who was the US President on December 25, 1988?

On December 25, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 25, 1988?

On December 25, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 25, 1988?

On December 25, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 25th?

December 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th 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 25th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the afghan health ministry, at least 43 people were killed in yesterday's attack on kabul's government building by a suicide bomber with three other gunmen. none of the attackers claimed responsibility.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a suicide bomber kills 10 near kabul's national directorate of security headquarters. amaq news agency claims that isil was responsible for the attack.
  • 2016 - Pope francis appeals for peace during a christmas mass at the vatican.

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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.

Discover how December 1988 calendar looked like.

Sunday December 25, 1988