Friday February 02, 1979: on this day

February 02, 1979 was the 33rd day of the year 1979, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is February 02, 1979 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 02, 1979, who was born and died on February 02, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Le Freak by Chic), movies (e.g. Hardcore, directed by Paul Schrader), TV series (e.g. You Can'T Do That On Television) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1979?


February 02, 1979 was a Friday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1979 can also be written as 2/2/1979 in the US and as 2/2/1979 in UK and Europe.

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February 02, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 02, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 02, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on February 02, 1979 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 1979 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 February 02, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 10:24 am and setting at 11:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 13, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Feb 12, 1979.

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Who was born on February 02, 1979?


Famous people born on February 02, 1979:

  • Shamita Shetty
    Shamita Shetty

    Indian actress.

  • Sandy Casar

    He was a french racing cyclist who raced professionally between 2000 and 2013.

  • Mayer Hawthorne

    Mayer hawthorne is a musician known for his soulful and retro-inspired music, blending elements of r&b, funk, and pop.

  • Christine Bleakley

    Tv show host.

  • Christine Lampard

    Irish television host.

  • Urmo Aava

    Estonian race car driver.

  • Fani Chalkia

    Greek hurdler and sprinter.

  • Irini Terzoglou

    Greek shot putter.

  • Klaus Mainzer

    German rugby player.

  • Lindsay Langston in Modesto

    California; archer (olympics-1996).

  • David Paisley

    British actor, best known for his roles as ben saunders, a midwife in "holby city", ryan taylor in the "tinsel town" series and rory murdoch...

  • Petra Cada in Prague

    Czechoslovakia; canadian player of table tennis (olympics 1996).

  • Brandee Dawn

    Mccoskey; miss alaska teen-usa (1996).

  • Gloria Bellicchi

    Italian beauty queen, miss italy 1998.

  • Olav Råstad

Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:

  • Gale Gordon
    Gale Gordon

    Gale gordon was an american actor known for his roles in television and radio, particularly for his work on the lucy show and here's lucy.

  • Gemma Arterton
    Gemma Arterton

    Gemma arterton is a british actress known for her roles in blockbuster films such as 'quantum of solace' and 'prince of persia: the sands of...

  • David Jason
    David Jason

    British comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.

  • Jascha Heifetz
    Jascha Heifetz

    Lithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.

  • Stan Getz
    Stan Getz

    Philadelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).

  • Ina Garten
    Ina Garten

    American tv personality and author.

  • Abba Eban
    Abba Eban

    Israeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.

  • Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch

    American actress with a varied and long career.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jennifer Westfeldt
    Jennifer Westfeldt

    American screenwriter and actress.

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February 02, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 1 month old,

or 541 months and 27 days old,

or 2356 weeks

or 16492 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 1979.

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 February 02, 1979?

There are 310 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 02, 1979.

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February 02, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 02, 1979:

  • Love Larsen

    Love Larsen was a renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works.

  • Jim Burke

    Australian cricketer (b. 1930).

  • Sid Vicious

    English singer and bass player (b. 1957).

  • Nikolaj Plotnikov
  • Sid Vicious (John Simon Ritchie

What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?

Famous deaths on February 2nd:

  • Boris Karloff
    Boris Karloff

    Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in...

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Anna May Wong
    Anna May Wong

    Actress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Barry Morse
    Barry Morse

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).

  • Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence

    Donald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.

  • Bob Elliott
    Bob Elliott

    Bob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

    American actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).

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February 02, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 02, 1979:

  • Ancient Latvia - Veja Diena observed.
  • St. Adelbald
  • Catholicism - Candlemas, The Presentation of the Lord, The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, World Day for Consecrated Life (also February 3 in the United States).
  • United States and Canada - Groundhog Day.
  • Scotland - A quarter day in the Christian calendar (due to Candlemas).
  • Paganism - Imbolc (in northern hemisphere), Lughnasadh (in southern hemisphere).
  • Czech Republic - Hromnice.
  • St. Cornelius
  • France - CrOpe Day.

Observances on February 02, 1979:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 29th and February 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 02, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1979 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Le Freak
  2. - Y.M.C.A.
  3. - Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?
  4. - A Little More Love
  5. - Too Much Heaven

February 02, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1979 was Heart Of Glass by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Heart Of Glass
  2. - Chiquitita
  3. - Woman In Love
  4. - Tragedy
  5. - Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick

February 02, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1979 was Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop) by Parliament, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop)
  2. - I'm So Into You
  3. - September
  4. - Get Down
  5. - It's All The Way Live

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February 02, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 02, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Hardcore

Hardcore

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Starring: George C. Scott, Peter Boyle, Season Hubley, Dick Sargent

Country: United States of America

The North Avenue Irregulars

The North Avenue Irregulars

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Bruce Bilson

Starring: Edward Herrmann, Barbara Harris, Susan Clark, Karen Valentine

Agatha

Agatha

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Michael Apted

Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Vanessa Redgrave, Timothy Dalton, Helen Morse

Ernesto

Ernesto

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Salvatore Samperi

Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò

Country: Italy

Quintet

Quintet

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Paul Newman, Vittorio Gassman, Fernando Rey, Bibi Andersson

February 02, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 02, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

You Can't Do That on Television

You Can't Do That on Television

Release year: 1979

Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy

Country: Canada

Turnabout

Turnabout

Release year: 1979

Directed by: E.B. Hughes

Danger UXB

Danger UXB

Release year: 1979

Written by:

Starring: Anthony Andrews, Maurice Roëves, George Innes, Gordon Kane

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Matador

Matador

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Erik Balling

Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz

Country: Denmark

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Release year: 1978

February 02, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 02, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Coup by John Updike

The Coup

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The Coup depicts violent events in an imaginary African nation called Kush. It is a landlocked, drought-ridden country that is led by Colonel Hakim Felix Illlou.

A Distant Mirror by Barbara W. Tuchman

A Distant Mirror

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Barbara W. Tuchman, the acclaimed author of The Guns of August, won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. She once again uses her gifts for character, history and sparkling prose to create an amazing portrait of medieval life.

American Caesar by William Manchester

American Caesar

By:

Incredible, astonishing... A man with a paradox. Douglas MacArthur is one of five men to ever attain the rank General of the United States Army.

The Far Pavilions by M.M. Kaye

The Far Pavilions

By:

This epic, set in 19th century India, follows an orphan born in India and his journey to England. He later returns to India.

The Praise Singer by Mary Renault

The Praise Singer

By:

Mary Renault tells the story of Simonides, a great lyric poet. She brings to life a time when rulers in Greece had an unstable rule, poetry, music, royal patronage, and poetry.

February 02, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 02, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Adventure

Adventure

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action-adventure, maze

Publisher: Atari, Inc

Invasion Orion

Invasion Orion

Platform: PET, TRS-80, Apple II, Atari 8-bit

Genre: Sci-Fi strategy game

Publisher: Epyx

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Ozma Wars

Ozma Wars

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation 3 / PSP

Genre: fixed shooter

Publisher: SNK

Auto Racing

Auto Racing

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Mattel

history

Who was the US President on February 02, 1979?

On February 02, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1979?

On February 02, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1979?

On February 02, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 2nd?

February 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of February. 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 February 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Moro conflict: patikul and sulu shootout: five soldiers, three militants, and several other people were killed in an attack in patikul (sulu), in the philippines.
  • 2018 - Relations china-united kingdom: in the midst of perceived erosion in freedoms in hong kong and britain, prime minister theresa may ends a three-day visit in china. it is estimated that there were ps9 billion worth of trade agreements.
  • 2017 - Relations between georgia and the european union: the european parliament unanimously approved visa-free schengen for georgia.

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What happened in 1979?

1979 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
  • Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
  • 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy

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What was the calendar for February 1979?

February 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1979 calendar looked like.

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