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October 01, 1976 was the 275th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.
Is October 01, 1976 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, 1976, who was born and died on October 01, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 01, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Play That Funky Music by Wild Cherry), movies (e.g. Car Wash, directed by Michael Schultz), TV series (e.g. Stay Tuned) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 1st, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 01, 1976?
- October 01, 1976: What happened on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 01, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 01, 1976?
- October 01, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 01, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
- October 01, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 01, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 01, 1976?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1976?
- Who was the Pope on October 01, 1976?
What day of the week was October 01, 1976?
October 01, 1976 was a Friday and it was the 275th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 01, 1976 can also be written as 10/1/1976 in the US and as 1/10/1976 in UK and Europe.
October 01, 1976: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 01, 1976:
- 1st dutch casino opens
October 01, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 01, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 1st, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 01, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 01, 1976 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 01, 1976 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, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 68% full, rising at 02:55 pm and setting at 01:26 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 08, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Oct 08, 1976.
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Who was born on October 01, 1976?
Famous people born on October 01, 1976:
![Blu Cantrell]()
Blu CantrellBlu cantrell is an american r&b and soul singer-songwriter known for her hit single 'hit 'em up style (oops!)'.
![Danielle Bisutti]()
Danielle BisuttiAmerican singer and actress.
- Kona Carmack
American actress and model.
- Antonio Roybal
American sculptor and painter.
- Inna Zobova
Inna zobova is a russian model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry.
- Daylon McCutcheon
Former NFL cornerback known for his successful career with the Cleveland Browns.
- Denis Gauthier
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Ümit Karan
Turkish footballer.
- Mark Švets
Estonian footballer.
- Richard Oakes
English singer and songwriter (suede).
- Dora Venter
Actress in a pornographic film from hungary.
- Nasir al-Wuhayshi
Yemeni terrorist (d.2015).
- Virginio Zedde
Whose famous birthday is on October 1st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 1st:
![Jimmy Carter]()
Jimmy CarterAmerican politician and 39th president of united states, was sworn in on 1/20/1977.
![Brie Larson]()
Brie LarsonBrie larson is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as 'room' and 'captain marvel'.
![Zach Galifianakis]()
Zach GalifianakisZach 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-KazimNigerian-born actor known for his roles in various films and TV series.
![Julie Andrews]()
Julie AndrewsBritish-american singer and actress with a four-octave range.
![Jeane Manson]()
Jeane MansonAmerican singer, model, and actress living in france.
![Philippe Noiret]()
Philippe NoiretFrench actor, both on tv and in film.
![Randy Quaid]()
Randy QuaidRandy quaid is an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'national lampoon's vacation' and 'independence day'.
![Stella Stevens]()
Stella StevensStella stevens is an american actress, known for her roles in films such as 'the poseidon adventure' and 'the nutty professor'.
![Matthew Daddario]()
Matthew DaddarioMatthew daddario is a tv actor known for his role as alec lightwood in the tv series shadowhunters.
October 01, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 47 years 6 months old,
or 570 months and 18 days old,
or 2481 weeks
or 17367 days old,
if you were born on October 01, 1976.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, 1976?
There are 165 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, 1976?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 01, 1976.
October 01, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 01, 1976:
- Fritz Winter
- Secondo Finotto
What famous deaths happened on October 1st?
Famous deaths on October 1st:
![Giuliano Gemma]()
Giuliano GemmaGiuliano gemma was an italian actor known for his roles in spaghetti western films such as a pistol for ringo and day of anger.
- Richard Avedon
American photographer, best known for his commercial fashion photography and portraits that have an immediate emotional impact.
- Gamble Rogers
Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting.
- Idonia Glaser
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Fount Leakey
Known for significant fossil discoveries in Africa.
- Loui Leakey
Renowned for discoveries of early human fossils in East Africa.
- Dierre Corneille
French playwright who is considered one of the founders of French tragedy and a pioneer of the Neoclassical movement in theater.
- Spyridon Marinatos
Renowned Greek archaeologist known for his excavations at Akrotiri on the island of Santorini.
- Pavle Vuisić
Renowned Serbian playwright and screenwriter.
- Reathel Bean
Former MLB pitcher known for his successful career with the Boston Red Sox.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 1st
October 01, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 01, 1976:
- 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, 1976:
- International Day of Older Persons
October 01, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 01, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 27th and October 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 01, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 01, 1976 was Play That Funky Music by Wild Cherry, according to the music chart for the week September 27th and October 3rd.
October 01, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 01, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 27th and October 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wild Cherry - Play That Funky Music
- England Dan and John Ford Coley - I'd Really Love To See You Tonight
- Walter Murphy - A Fifth Of Beethoven
- Rick Dees - Disco Duck (Part 1)
- Boz Scaggs - Lowdown
October 01, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 01, 1976 was Dancing Queen by Abba, according to the music chart for the week September 27th and October 3rd.
October 01, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 01, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 27th and October 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Dancing Queen
- The Real Thing - Can't Get By Without You
- Wings - Let 'Em In
- Rod Stewart - The Killing Of Georgie
- The Chi-Lites - You Don't Have To Go
October 01, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 01, 1976 was (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty by KC And The Sunshine Band, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 27th and October 3rd.
October 01, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 01, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 27th and October 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- KC And The Sunshine Band - (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty
- Tyrone Davis - Give It Up (turn It Loose)
- Commodores - Just To Be Close To You
- The Brothers Johnson - Get The Funk Out Ma Face
- Boz Scaggs - Lowdown
October 01, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 01, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Car Wash
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Michael Schultz
Starring: Richard Pryor, Franklyn Ajaye, Darrow Igus, Otis Day
Country: United States of America
Mandinga
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Mario Pinzauti
Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo
Country: Italy
Marathon Man
Release year: 1976
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Laurence Olivier, Roy Scheider, William Devane
Country: United States of America
Satan's Brew
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Starring: Kurt Raab, Margit Carstensen, Helen Vita, Volker Spengler
Meet Him and Die
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Franco Prosperi
Starring: Ray Lovelock, Martin Balsam, Elke Sommer, Ettore Manni
October 01, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 01, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Stay Tuned
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Peter Hyams
Chorlton and the Wheelies
Release year: 1976
Starring: Joe Lynch
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Gribouille
Release year: 1976
Ivan the Terrible
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Peter Moers
Bonjour Paris
Release year: 1976
October 01, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 01, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Scoundrel Time
By: Lillian Hellman
Hellman was one of the intellectuals and artists who were called before Congress in 1952 to testify against political subversion. Despite being terrified, Hellman refused incrimination of herself or anyone else and was eventually able to.
The Right And The Power
By: Leon Jaworski
First edition. The book is in excellent condition. Black boards with gilt lettering. DJ is in Good Condition with tiny tears and creases.
Trinity
By: Leon Uris
Leon Uris's favorite Irish novel, now available in the Avon mass market. The acclaimed author of Exodus, Battle Cry and QB VII, Topaz and other classics of twentieth century fiction, comes this epic, sweeping adventure that captures Ireland's "terrible beauty" …
Dolores
By: Jacqueline Susann
This is Dolores Ryan's tragic, intense story. She was the young, fashionable widow of an assassinated American president. Dolores is too poor to support her extravagant lifestyle and too lonely for fulfillment as a woman after his death.
A Man Called Intrepid
By: William Stevenson
New York Times Bestseller! The classic story of the superspy who built a vast intelligence network that helped defeat Nazi Germany in World War II. A Man Called Intrepid tells the story of William Stephenson, the mastermind of this first …
October 01, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 01, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Death Race
Heavyweight Champ
Sea Wolf
Indy 4
Night Driver
Who was the US President on October 01, 1976?
On October 01, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1976?
On October 01, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 01, 1976?
On October 01, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.
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),
What happened in 1976?
1976 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
- NBC replaces the peacock logo
- Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances
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What was the calendar for October 1976?
October 1976 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.
