What happened on Sunday May 08, 1983?

Here's what happened on May 08, 1983:

• Spandau Ballet's 'True' leads UK charts Spandau Ballet's single 'True' reached number one on the UK Singles Chart on April 30, 1983, and held the top position for four consecutive weeks, including May 8, 1983.
• John Fante, American novelist and screenwriter, dies at 74 John Fante, renowned for his semi-autobiographical novel 'Ask the Dust' (1939), passed away on May 8, 1983, in Woodland Hills, California, at the age of 74. Fante's works, often depicting the experiences of working-class Americans of Italian descent, have influenced many writers, including Charles Bukowski. source: britannica.com

Events in 1983

May 08, 1983: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 08, 1983 was a Sunday and it was the 128th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1983 can also be written as 5/8/1983 in the US and as 8/5/1983 in UK and Europe.

May 08, 1983 in May 1983 calendar

Famous people born on May 08, 1983:

• Vicky McClure

  Vicky McClure is a British actress best known for her roles in the critically acclaimed series 'Line of Duty' and 'This Is England.' She has received multiple awards for her performances and is recognized as one of the leading actresses in contemporary British television. [bio]

• Elyes Gabel

  Elyes Gabel is a British actor best known for his lead role as Walter O'Brien on the CBS television series 'Scorpion.' He has also appeared in several other television dramas and major films, gaining international recognition for his diverse roles. [bio]

• Matt Willis

  Matt Willis is an English musician, singer, songwriter, television presenter, and actor. He is best known as the bassist and co-vocalist of the pop rock band Busted. [bio]

Famous people born in 1983

Famous people born on May 8th

Famous people died on May 08, 1983:

• John Fante

  Influential American novelist and screenwriter known for his semi-autobiographical works exploring working-class Italian-American...

Famous people who died in 1983

Famous people who died on May 8th

May 08, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1983 was Beat It by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. Michael Jackson - Beat It
2. Greg Kihn Band - Jeopardy
3. David Bowie - Let's Dance
4. Dexys Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen
5. After The Fire - Der Kommissar

May 08, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1983 was True by Spandau Ballet, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. Spandau Ballet - True
2. New Edition - Candy Girl
3. Heaven 17 - Temptation
4. The Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination
5. Galaxy featuring Phil Fearon - Dancing Tight

May 08, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1983 was Atomic Dog by George Clinton Featuring Coolio, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. George Clinton Featuring Coolio - Atomic Dog
2. Champaign - Try Again
3. Michael Jackson - Beat It
4. The Whispers - Tonight
5. New Edition - Candy Girl

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

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May 08, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 08, 1983 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1983 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 May 08, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 04:01 am and setting at 04:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 1983 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 1983.

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Someone born on May 08, 1983 is:

43 years and 16 days old,

or 516 months and 16 days old,

or 2246 weeks

or 15722 days old,

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There are 349 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 8th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 08, 1983.

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