What happened on Thursday December 03, 1987?

Here's what happened on December 03, 1987:

• First human heart transplant performed in South Africa On December 3, 1987, Dr. Chris Barnard performed the first successful human heart transplant at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. The recipient, Louis Washkansky, lived for 18 days after the surgery, marking a significant milestone in medical history and organ transplantation. This groundbreaking procedure opened new avenues for treating heart disease. source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
• A Streetcar Named Desire Broadway premiere The Broadway premiere of 'A Streetcar Named Desire' took place on December 3, 1987, marking a significant revival of Tennessee Williams' classic play. The production received critical acclaim and brought renewed attention to the themes of desire and mental health. It featured a talented cast and was noted for its powerful performances. source: broadwayworld.com
• Birth of Anna Freud Anna Freud, the daughter of Sigmund Freud and a prominent psychoanalyst, was born on December 3, 1987. She made significant contributions to the field of child psychology and psychoanalysis, particularly in understanding the development of children and adolescents. Her work continues to influence modern psychological practices. source: britannica.com
• Birth of Joseph Conrad Joseph Conrad, a renowned Polish-British novelist, was born. Known for his complex narratives and profound exploration of human psychology, Conrad wrote notable works such as 'Lord Jim' and 'Heart of Darkness', which critically examined colonialism, moral ambiguity, and the human condition.
• Illinois Statehood Illinois was admitted as the 21st state of the United States of America, expanding the nation's territorial boundaries and contributing to the westward expansion of the country.
• Bach's Second Marriage Renowned Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach married his second wife, Anna Magdalena Wilcken, the daughter of a trumpeter in Weissenfels. This marriage would prove significant in Bach's personal and professional life, with Anna Magdalena supporting his musical endeavors.
• Death of St. Francis Xavier St. Francis Xavier, a leading Roman Catholic missionary of the early modern period, died of fever off the coast of China. A key figure in the Jesuit missionary movement, he played a crucial role in spreading Christianity in Asia, particularly in India, Japan, and China.

Events in 1987

December 03, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from December 1987

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December 03, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 337th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 03, 1987 can also be written as 12/3/1987 in the US and as 3/12/1987 in UK and Europe.

December 03, 1987 in December 1987 calendar

Famous people born on December 03, 1987:

• Michael Angarano

  Michael Angarano is an American actor best known for his roles in film and television, including performances in 'Almost Famous', 'Sky High', and the TV series 'This Is Us'. He has been active in the entertainment industry since the late 1990s and is recognized for his versatile roles across drama and comedy. [bio]

• Alicia Sacramone

  Accomplished Olympic gymnast who won multiple medals, including a silver team medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on December 3rd

December 03, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 03, 1987 was Heaven Is A Place On Earth by Belinda Carlisle, according to the music chart for the week November 30th and December 6th.

1. Belinda Carlisle - Heaven Is A Place On Earth
2. Bill Medley - (I've Had) The Time Of My Life
3. George Michael - Faith
4. Richard Marx - Should've Known Better
5. Whitesnake - Is This Love

December 03, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 03, 1987 was China In Your Hand by T'Pau, according to the music chart for the week November 30th and December 6th.

1. T'Pau - China In Your Hand
2. George Harrison - Got My Mind Set On You
3. Rick Astley - Whenever You Need Somebody
4. The Bee Gees - You Win Again
5. The Communards - Never Can Say Goodbye

December 03, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 03, 1987 was Skeletons by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week November 30th and December 6th.

1. Stevie Wonder - Skeletons
2. Earth, Wind & Fire - System of Survival
3. Roger - I Want To Be Your Man
4. Alexander O'Neal - Criticize
5. Miles Jaye - Let's Start Love Over

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 3rd is Sagittarius.

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December 03, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 03, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 03, 1987 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 03, 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 December 03, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 03:03 pm and setting at 06:33 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 05, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Dec 05, 1987.

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Someone born on December 03, 1987 is:

38 years 5 months old,

or 461 months and 21 days old,

or 2007 weeks and 3 days old,

or 14052 days old,

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You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 03, 1987.

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