Monday October 26, 1987: on this day

October 26, 1987 was the 299th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Monday.

Is October 26, 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 26, 1987, who was born and died on October 26, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 26, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bad by Michael Jackson), movies (e.g. The Running Man, directed by Paul Michael Glaser), TV series (e.g. Finders Keepers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 26th, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 26, 1987?


October 26, 1987 was a Monday and it was the 299th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 26, 1987 can also be written as 10/26/1987 in the US and as 26/10/1987 in UK and Europe.

October 26, 1987 in October 1987 calendar

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October 26, 1987: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 26, 1987:

  • Dow jones down 156.83 points
  • Head of salvadoran human rights commission assassinated by death squads.
  • The dow jones industrial average goes down 156.83 points.

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October 26, 1987: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Los Angeles Rams - Cleveland Browns : 17 - 30
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October 26, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 26th is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio 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 26, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rabbit chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 26, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Rabbit personality and how the Fire 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 October 26th, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 26, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on October 26, 1987 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 26, 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 26, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 10:55 am and setting at 08:38 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 26, 1987?


Famous people born on October 26, 1987:

  • Abudramae Bamba

    Ivorian footballer.

  • Shawn Lauvao

    American football player.

  • Melo Imai
  • Tommy Johansson
  • Bill Nagy
  • Anderson Patric Aguiar Oliveira
  • Portia Perez
  • Ivelin Popov
  • Andreas Strodl
  • Ana Takagui
  • Ryan Wittman
  • Hannah Bronfman
  • José Luis Fernández
  • Samuel Gathimba
  • Rafał Gikiewicz
  • Łukasz Gikiewicz
  • Stany Delayre
  • Alexie Ribes

Whose famous birthday is on October 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 26th:

  • Hillary Clinton
    Hillary Clinton

    American lawyer and first lady of america, as the wife to president bill clinton.

  • Seth MacFarlane
    Seth MacFarlane

    Seth macfarlane is an american animator, best known for creating the animated sitcom 'family guy' and for his work as a voice actor, writer,...

  • Aaron Kwok
    Aaron Kwok

    Aaron kwok is a hong kong actor and singer known for his versatile performances in both film and music.

  • Jaclyn Smith
    Jaclyn Smith

    Jaclyn smith is an american actress best known for her role as kelly garrett in the television series charlie's angels.

  • Dylan McDermott
    Dylan McDermott

    American actor, best known for his role on "the practice," mcdermottaeur (tm)'s first starring part in a series.

  • Natalie Merchant
    Natalie Merchant

    American singer-songwriter and pianist (10 000 maniacs).

  • Bob Hoskins
    Bob Hoskins

    English actor and film director, best known for his roles as cockneys or gangsters.

  • Julian Schnabel
    Julian Schnabel

    American screenwriter and painter.

  • Roger Allam
    Roger Allam

    He is an english actor best known for his work on stage, but he has also performed on television, radio, and film.

  • Steve Valentine
    Steve Valentine

    Scottish actor and magician.

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October 26, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 36 years 5 months old,

or 437 months and 3 days old,

or 1900 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13304 days old,

if you were born on October 26, 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 26, 1987?

There are 211 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 26, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 26, 1987.

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October 26, 1987: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 26, 1987:

  • Adam Wolanin
  • Giuseppe Alliegro
  • Aldo Boffi
  • Bjørge Lillelien
  • Robert Allen Dyer

What famous deaths happened on October 26th?

Famous deaths on October 26th:

  • Alma Cogan
    Alma Cogan

    English singer (born 1932).

  • Delmar Watson
    Delmar Watson

    Delmar Watson was a child actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Gone with the Wind'.

  • Hattie McDaniel
    Hattie McDaniel

    American actress and singer (born 1895).

  • Hoyt Axton
    Hoyt Axton

    American actor and country music singer/songwriter (born in 1938).

  • Louise Beavers
    Louise Beavers

    American singer and actress (d. 1962).

  • Tutta Rolf
    Tutta Rolf

    Norwegian-swedish actress and singer in film and theatre.

  • Demitris Kazantzakis

    Famous Greek writer best known for his novel 'Zorba the Greek'.

  • Bosten Russell

    Legendary NBA player known for his exceptional skills and leadership.

  • Nicolae Dobrin

    Nicolae Dobrin was a Romanian footballer who played as a midfielder and is considered one of the greatest Romanian players of all time.

  • Masayoshi Nagata

    Renowned Japanese mathematician known for his work in algebraic geometry.

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October 26, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 26, 1987:

  • Nauru - Angam Day
  • Austria - National Day: Anniversary of the Declaration of Neutrality (1955)
  • Also see October 26 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • St. Quadragesimus
  • St. Rusticus
  • St. Gibitrudis
  • St. Fulk
  • St. Eadfrid
  • St. Demetrius (aka St. Dimitrios) of Thessaloniki
  • St. Cuthbert
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October 26, 1987: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 26, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 26th and November 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 26, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 26, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.

October 26, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 26, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bad youtube
  2. - Causing A Commotion
  3. - I Think We're Alone Now youtube
  4. - Mony Mony Live
  5. - Casanova

October 26, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 26, 1987 was You Win Again by The Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.

October 26, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 26, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You Win Again
  2. - Pump Up The Volume / Anitina (The First Time I See She Dance)
  3. - Full Metal Jacket (I Wanna Be Your Drill Instructor)
  4. - Crockett's Theme

October 26, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 26, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.

October 26, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 26, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bad youtube
  2. - Lovin' You
  3. - You And Me Tonight
  4. - Don't You Want Me
  5. - Angel

October 26, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 26, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.

October 26, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 26, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Bamba youtube
  2. - Ahora Te Puedes Marchar
  3. - Que no se rompa la noche
  4. - Margarita
  5. - No Se Murio El Amor

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October 26, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 26, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Running Man

The Running Man

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Paul Michael Glaser

Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Conchita Alonso, Yaphet Kotto, Jim Brown

Country: United States of America

Bagdad Cafe

Bagdad Cafe

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Percy Adlon

Starring: Marianne Sägebrecht, CCH Pounder, Jack Palance, Christine Kaufmann

White Mischief

White Mischief

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Michael Radford

Starring: Sarah Miles, Joss Ackland, Greta Scacchi, Charles Dance

Cross My Heart

Cross My Heart

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Armyan Bernstein

Starring: Martin Short, Annette O'Toole, Paul Reiser, Joanna Kerns

Opera

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

October 26, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 26, 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:

Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Bryan Carberry

Anime san jushi

Anime san jushi

Release year: 1987

Directed by: Keiji Hayakawa

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Worzel Gummidge Down Under

Release year: 1987

Frank's Place

Frank's Place

Release year: 1987

Written by:

Directed by: Helaine Head

Starring: Tim Reid, Robert Harper, Daphne Reid, Francesca P. Roberts

Country: United States of America

October 26, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 26, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Misery by Stephen King

Misery

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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.

Kaleidoscope by Danielle Steel

Kaleidoscope

By:

A young Frenchwoman meets a brilliant American actor in wartime Paris. Their love is fairytale-like, but they end up in tragedy. Their three children are cruelly divided after they become orphaned.

An American Childhood by Annie Dillard

An American Childhood

By:

An American Childhood, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard’s vivid, poignant memoir about growing up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a book that immediately captured the heart of readers all over the country.

Patriot Games by Tom Clancy

Patriot Games

By:

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.

A Southern Family by Gail Godwin

A Southern Family

By:

Gail Godwin's novels are modern classics. They are powerfully affecting fiction with beautiful writing and endearing characters. Her critically acclaimed writing has earned her a place in the top ten.

October 26, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 26, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

City Bomber

City Bomber

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Vehicular combat

Publisher: Konami

Cosmic Causeway: Trailblazer II

Cosmic Causeway: Trailblazer II

Platform: Commodore 64

Publisher: Gremlin Interactive

Aaargh!

Aaargh!

Platform: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Apple IIgs, Arcadia Systems, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, MSX, ZX Spectrum

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Arcadia Systems, Melbourne House

Artelius

Artelius

Platform: Family Computer

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Nihon Bussan

Alien Syndrome

Alien Syndrome

Platform: Arcade, Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Game Gear, MS-DOS, MSX, NES, Sega Master System, ZX Spectrum, Sharp X68000

Genre: Run & gun shooter

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on October 26, 1987?

On October 26, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 26, 1987?

On October 26, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 26, 1987?

On October 26, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 26th?

October 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. israel responds to 40 palestinian rockets by launching 80 air strikes against what israel claims are hamas and iranian-controlled weapons factories in gaza. soon afterward, islamic jihad announces a egypt-mediated ceasefire.
  • 2017 - Russian interference in 2016 us elections: twitter bans ads from russian news agencies rt or sputnik. this is based on u.s intelligence's conclusion, that both tried to interfere with 2016 u.s. presidential elections on behalf of russia.
  • 2016 - Somali civil war (2009-present). a militant group affiliated to isil seizes qandala, a coastal town in the autonomous puntland area.

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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.

Discover how October 1987 calendar looked like.

Monday October 26, 1987