Monday October 01, 1973: on this day

October 01, 1973 was the 274th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Monday.

Is October 01, 1973 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 01, 1973, who was born and died on October 01, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 01, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Half-Breed by Cher), movies (e.g. Badlands, directed by Terrence Malick), TV series (e.g. Shaft) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 1st, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 01, 1973?


October 01, 1973 was a Monday and it was the 274th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 01, 1973 can also be written as 10/1/1973 in the US and as 1/10/1973 in UK and Europe.

October 01, 1973 in October 1973 calendar

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October 01, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 01, 1973:

October 01, 1973: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 01, 1973: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Atlanta Falcons - Detroit Lions : 6 - 31
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October 01, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 1st is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra 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 01, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 01, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 1st, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 01, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 01, 1973 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 01, 1973 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 01, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 37% full, rising at 12:08 pm and setting at 10:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 12, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Oct 12, 1973.

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Who was born on October 01, 1973?


Famous people born on October 01, 1973:

  • Devin Nunes

    American politician and former dairy farmer.

  • Julissa Lopez

    Author of 'Not That Kind of Girl' and 'Pop Star Goddess.

  • John Mackey

    American composer.

  • Jana Henke

    German swimmer.

  • Rachid Chékhémani

    French runner.

  • John Thomson

    American baseball coach and player.

  • Christian Borle

    American actor and singer.

  • Rodney Kite-Powell

    Historian.

  • Devid Striesow

    German actor.

  • John Krokidas
  • Mike Maneluk
  • Anne Sander
  • Deco
  • Sergio Saladino

Whose famous birthday is on October 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 1st:

  • Jimmy Carter
    Jimmy Carter

    American politician and 39th president of united states, was sworn in on 1/20/1977.

  • Brie Larson
    Brie Larson

    Brie larson is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as 'room' and 'captain marvel'.

  • Zach Galifianakis
    Zach Galifianakis

    Zach galifianakis is an american comedian and actor known for his roles in the hangover movie series and his comedic talk show between two...

  • Hakeem Kae-Kazim
    Hakeem Kae-Kazim

    Nigerian-born actor known for his roles in various films and TV series.

  • Julie Andrews
    Julie Andrews

    British-american singer and actress with a four-octave range.

  • Jeane Manson
    Jeane Manson

    American singer, model, and actress living in france.

  • Philippe Noiret
    Philippe Noiret

    French actor, both on tv and in film.

  • Matthew Daddario
    Matthew Daddario

    Matthew daddario is a tv actor known for his role as alec lightwood in the tv series shadowhunters.

  • Stella Stevens
    Stella Stevens

    Stella stevens is an american actress, known for her roles in films such as 'the poseidon adventure' and 'the nutty professor'.

  • Randy Quaid
    Randy Quaid

    Randy quaid is an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'national lampoon's vacation' and 'independence day'.

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October 01, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 5 months old,

or 605 months and 18 days old,

or 2633 weeks and 1 day old,

or 18432 days old,

if you were born on October 01, 1973.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 01, 1973?

There are 196 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 1st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 01, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 01, 1973.

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October 01, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 01, 1973:

  • Joe Devlin

    Actor sam-dick tracy, dies at 74.

  • Ercole Drei
  • Lajos Kovács
  • Mohammad Hashim Maiwandwal
  • Carlos Schneberger

What famous deaths happened on October 1st?

Famous deaths on October 1st:

  • Richard Avedon

    American photographer, best known for his commercial fashion photography and portraits that have an immediate emotional impact.

  • Loui Leakey

    Renowned for discoveries of early human fossils in East Africa.

  • Spyridon Marinatos

    Renowned Greek archaeologist known for his excavations at Akrotiri on the island of Santorini.

  • Idonia Glaser

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Gamble Rogers

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting.

  • Fount Leakey

    Known for significant fossil discoveries in Africa.

  • Reathel Bean

    Former MLB pitcher known for his successful career with the Boston Red Sox.

  • Macdonald Critchley

    Renowned neurologist known for his work on brain disorders.

  • Pavle Vuisić

    Renowned Serbian playwright and screenwriter.

  • Hendry Fok

    Hong Kong businessman and politician.

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October 01, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 01, 1973:

  • Singapore - Children's Day
  • Also see October 1 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • World Vegetarian Day
  • French Republican Calendar - Cuve (Barrel) Day, tenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Tuvalu - Independence Day (from Gilbert Islands (Kiribati), 1975)
  • San Marino - two Captains Regent, elected by parliament, take office for six months.
  • Nigeria - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)
  • People's Republic of China - National Day (1949)
  • RC Church - Feast days of Saint ThTrFse de Lisieux; formerly of Saint Bavo and Saint Remigius
  • Republic of Cyprus - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)

Observances on October 01, 1973:

  • International Day of Older Persons
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October 01, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 01, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 1st and October 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 01, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 01, 1973 was Half-Breed by Cher, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 01, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 01, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Half-Breed
  2. - Loves Me Like A Rock
  3. - Let's Get It On
  4. - We're An American Band
  5. - Higher Ground

October 01, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 01, 1973 was Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 01, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 01, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Eye Level
  2. - Daydreamer / Puppy Song
  3. - My Friend Stan
  4. - Ballroom Blitz
  5. - Nutbush City Limits

October 01, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 01, 1973 was Keep On Truckin' (Part 1) by Eddie Kendricks, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 01, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 01, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)
  2. - Higher Ground
  3. - Midnight Train To Georgia
  4. - Get It Together
  5. - Let's Get It On

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October 01, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 01, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Badlands

Badlands

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Terrence Malick

Starring: Martin Sheen, Sissy Spacek, Warren Oates, Ramon Bieri

Country: United States of America

Mean Streets

Mean Streets

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, David Proval, Amy Robinson

Country: United States of America

Don't Look Now

Don't Look Now

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Nicolas Roeg

Starring: Julie Christie, Donald Sutherland, Hilary Mason, Clelia Matania

Country: United States of America

Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Corrado Farina

Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti

Country: Italy

The Final Programme

The Final Programme

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Robert Fuest

October 01, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 01, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Shaft

Shaft

Release year: 1973

Directed by: John Singleton

Casshan

Casshan

Release year: 1973

Written by:

Directed by: Takao Koyama

Starring: Ikuo Nishikawa

Country: Japan

Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice

Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Paul Mazursky

Adam's Rib

Adam's Rib

Release year: 1973

Directed by: George Cukor

October 01, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 01, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Hollow Hills by Mary Stewart

The Hollow Hills

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The young Arthur Pendragon is being watched over by the prince and prophet Merlin Ambrosius, who are haunted daily by visions of the magical sword Caliburn that has been kept secret for centuries.

The Onion Field by Joseph Wambaugh

The Onion Field

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This is the terrifyingly true story about two young cops who are robbed by two young men. Their separate fates collide on March 19, in an unusual execution in deserted Los Angeles.

World Without End, Amen by Jimmy Breslin

World Without End, Amen

By:

An alcoholic cop is lost in New York and searches for meaning by looking back at his past. Dermot Davey was taken from the department.

Breakfast of Champions by Kurt Vonnegut

Breakfast of Champions

By:

Breakfast of Champions is Kurt Vonnegut’s most beloved character, Kilgore Trout. He discovers to his horror that a Midwest car dealer has taken his fiction as fact in Breakfast of Champions.

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution

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America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off

October 01, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 01, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on October 01, 1973?

On October 01, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1973?

On October 01, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 01, 1973?

On October 01, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 1st?

October 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st 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 1st, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 eastern euphrates missile strike by iran: iran launches six ballistic missiles from its territory at isil targets in eastern syria near the euphrates river valley. this is in response to the ahvaz military parade.
  • 2017 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: houthi forces claim that they have taken down an american mq-9 reaper drone above the yemeni capital sana'a. saba news agency footage appears to show people gathered around the aircraft's wreckage.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war: houthi forces launch rockets that reportedly hit hsv-2 swift, which is a military vessel belonging the united arab emirates navy. it was reportedly destroyed off the coast yemen near the strategically important port of mokha in the red sea. (reuters),

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What happened in 1973?

1973 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
  • Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
  • Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances

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What was the calendar for October 1973?

October 1973 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 1973 calendar looked like.

Monday October 1, 1973