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December 05, 1988 was the 340th day of the year 1988, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 05, 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 05, 1988, who was born and died on December 05, 1988, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 05, 1988, which were the most popular songs (ex. Look Away by Chicago), movies (e.g. Rain Man, directed by Barry Levinson), TV series (e.g. The Bottom Line) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 5th, 1988 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 05, 1988?
- December 05, 1988: What happened on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 05, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 05, 1988?
- December 05, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 05, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- December 05, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 05, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 05, 1988?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 05, 1988?
- Who was the Pope on December 05, 1988?
What day of the week was December 05, 1988?
December 05, 1988 was a Monday and it was the 340th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 05, 1988 can also be written as 12/5/1988 in the US and as 5/12/1988 in UK and Europe.
December 05, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 05, 1988:
- North carolina federal grand jury indicts ptl founder jim bakker on fraud and conspiracy.
- Shuttle atlantis (sts-27) launches world's first nuclear-war-fighting satellite.
December 05, 1988: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Chicago Bears - Los Angeles Rams : 3 - 23
December 05, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 5th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius 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 05, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 05, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 5th, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 05, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 05, 1988 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 05, 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 05, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:26 am and setting at 02:22 pm.
The previous full moon was on Nov 23, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Dec 23, 1988.
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Who was born on December 05, 1988?
Famous people born on December 05, 1988:
- Joanna Rowsell
English cyclist.
- Ross Bagley
American actor.
- Tina Charles
American basketball player.
- Kyle Long
American football player.
- Chadtronic
Youtube star.
- Miralem Sulejmani
Serbian footballer.
- Liz Gleadle
- Michelle Nogueras
- Khadijah Rushdan
- Manuel Schmiedebach
- Tsukasa Shiotani
- Anna Szymańska
- Diego Tonetto
- Rumi Utsugi
- Nikolai Mašitšev
- Papa Niang
- Artëm Ašaev
Whose famous birthday is on December 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 5th:
![Keri Hilson]()
Keri HilsonAmerican singer.
![Paula Patton]()
Paula PattonAmerican actress known for her roles in films like 'Deja Vu' and 'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol.
![Little Richard]()
Little RichardAmerican musician and minister, he is also known as the king of rock'n roll.
![Frankie Muniz]()
Frankie MunizFrankie Muniz is an actor known for his role in 'Malcolm in the Middle' and is also an entrepreneur.
![Amy Acker]()
Amy AckerAmerican actress.
![Lauren London]()
Lauren LondonTv actress.
![Margaret Cho]()
Margaret ChoShe is an american comedian of korean descent.
![Joan Didion]()
Joan DidionAmerican journalist, novelist, and screenwriter.
![Shalom Harlow]()
Shalom HarlowCanadian actress and model.
![Nick Stahl]()
Nick StahlAmerican producer and actor.
December 05, 1988: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 35 years 4 months old,
or 424 months and 21 days old,
or 1846 weeks and 4 days old,
or 12926 days old,
if you were born on December 05, 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 05, 1988?
There are 223 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 05, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 05, 1988.
December 05, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 05, 1988:
- Marton Varo
Hungarian painter known for his abstract and surrealist works.
- Erik Lundin
- Antonio Rostagni
- August Lenz
- Gaetano Rapisardi
- Carlo Rovini
- Manuel Juan Carrillo Marco
What famous deaths happened on December 5th?
Famous deaths on December 5th:
![Kirstie Alley]()
Kirstie AlleyKirstie Alley is an American actress known for her roles in Cheers and Look Who's Talking.
![Robert Walker]()
Robert WalkerAmerican actor who made his film debut in 1943's "bataan", followed by "since you went away" and "thirty seconds over tokyo" 1944.
![Nina Foch]()
Nina FochAmerican actress, dutch-born in 1954, she was nominated as best supporting actress in the "executive suite" film.
![Beverly Garland]()
Beverly GarlandAmerican actress and businesswoman (b. 1926).
![Paul Harvey]()
Paul HarveyActor (calamity, heldorado and jamboree), is killed at 73.
![Jorge Negrete]()
Jorge NegreteHe was also known as "charro cantor", a mexican singer and actor.
- Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who served as President of South...
- Tata Madiba
Nelson Mandela, also known as Tata Madiba, was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader.
- Lennex Mandela
Lennex Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
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December 05, 1988: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 05, 1988:
- Thailand - The King's Birthday, National Day, Father's Day
- Day of the Ninja
- Austria - Krampus
- Also see December 5 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- R.C. Saints - formerly: Saint Sabas
- Roman festivals - Faunalia celebrated in honor of Faunus (according to Horace, Odes 3.18)
- Belgium, the Netherlands and the UK - Saint Nicholas Eve (whom Dutch speakers call Sinterklaas, which became in other languages Santa Claus)
Observances on December 05, 1988:
- International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development
- World Soil Day
December 05, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 05, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 5th and December 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 05, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 05, 1988 was Look Away by Chicago, according to the music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.
December 05, 1988: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 05, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 5th and December 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chicago - Look Away
- Will To Power - Baby, I Love Your Way/Freebird Medley
- Breathe - How Can I Fall?
- Duran Duran - I Don't Want Your Love
- Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I Got
December 05, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 05, 1988 was Mistletoe And Wine by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.
December 05, 1988: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 05, 1988 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 5th and December 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - Mistletoe And Wine
- Kylie & Jason - Especially For You
- Bros - Cat Among The Pigeons / Silent Night
- Angry Anderson - Suddenly
- Robin Beck - First Time
December 05, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 05, 1988 was Dial My Heart by The Boys, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.
December 05, 1988: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 05, 1988 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 5th and December 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Boys - Dial My Heart
- Cherrelle - Everything I Miss At Home
- Surface - I Missed
- Cameo - You Make Me Work
- Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers - Tumblin' Down
December 05, 1988: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 05, 1988 was Como Tu Mujer by Rocio Durcal, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.
December 05, 1988: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 05, 1988 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 5th and December 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Rocio Durcal - Como Tu Mujer
- Roberto Carlos - SI EL AMOR SE VA
- Angela Carrasco - BOCA ROSA
- Eydie Gorme - DE CORAZON A CORAZON
- Yolandita Monge - ESTE AMOR QUE HAY QUE CALLAR
December 05, 1988: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 05, 1988 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Rain Man
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Barry Levinson
Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise, Valeria Golino, Gerald R. Molen
Country: United States of America
Dangerous Liaisons
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Starring: Glenn Close, John Malkovich, Michelle Pfeiffer, Swoosie Kurtz
Country: United States of America
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Frank Oz
Starring: Steve Martin, Michael Caine, Glenne Headly, Anton Rodgers
Country: United States of America
I'm Gonna Git You Sucka
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Keenen Ivory Wayans
Starring: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Bernie Casey, Antonio Fargas, Steve James
Grandmother's House
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Peter Rader
Starring: Eric Foster, Kim Valentine, Len Lesser, Ida Lee
December 05, 1988: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 05, 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:
The Bottom Line
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Tom Rulon
Starting from Scratch
Release year: 1988
Directed by: James Huang
Scruples
Release year: 1988
Directed by: Alan J. Levi
December 05, 1988: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 05, 1988 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Brief History Of Time
By: Stephen W. Hawking
Stephen Hawking is known as one of the greatest theoretical physicists since Einstein. This landmark book shares Hawking's brilliant intellect with all nonscientists, and guides us expertly.
The Polar Express
By: Chris Van Allsburg
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 …
The First Salute
By: Barbara W. Tuchman
Barbara W. Tuchman is the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Guns of August. With this insightful, brilliant narrative about the Revolutionary War, she turns her sights homeward.
Child Star
By: Shirley Temple Black
Shirley Temple. Shirley Temple was a curly-haired moppet with a sassy smile that lit up the screen. Her irrepressible spirit won America's hearts.
The Cardinal Of The Kremlin
By: Tom Clancy
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.
December 05, 1988: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 05, 1988 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ingrid's Back
F-1 Dream
Keith Courage in Alpha Zones
Goody
Amagon
Who was the US President on December 05, 1988?
On December 05, 1988 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 05, 1988?
On December 05, 1988 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 05, 1988?
On December 05, 1988 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 5th?
December 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Riksbank, the deputy governor of sweden’s central bank, stated that sweden is likely to become cashless in the next three to five year.
- 2017 - At the age of 96, michael i, last romanian king, dies. (bbc),
- 2016 - In clashes at kasai (dr congo), 31 people are reported to have been killed.
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.
