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March 02, 1979 was the 61st day of the year 1979, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.
Is March 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 March 02, 1979, who was born and died on March 02, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 02, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart), movies (e.g. The China Syndrome, directed by James Bridges), TV series (e.g. Bedtime Stories) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 2nd, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 02, 1979?
- March 02, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 02, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 02, 1979?
- March 02, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 02, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- March 02, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 02, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- March 02, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 02, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 02, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 02, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 02, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 02, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on March 02, 1979?
What day of the week was March 02, 1979?
March 02, 1979 was a Friday and it was the 61st day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 02, 1979 can also be written as 3/2/1979 in the US and as 2/3/1979 in UK and Europe.
March 02, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 02, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 2nd, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 02, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 02, 1979 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 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 March 02, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 08:57 am and setting at 10:35 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1979.
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Who was born on March 02, 1979?
Famous people born on March 02, 1979:
- Damien Duff
Irish international footballer.
- David Skrela
David skrela is a retired french rugby union player known for his successful career with the french national team and several top french...
- Burak Aksoy
Turkish musician and composer known for his innovative music style.
- Jacklyn Ackles
Actress known for her role in Supernatural.
- Jim Troughton
English cricketer.
- Nicky Weaver
English footballer.
- Amanda Ireton
Reality tv in america.
- Sergei Davydov
Belarusian figure skater.
- Craig Pawson
- Francesco Tavano
- Damien Grégorini
- Jurij Jacev
- Elisabetta Christiana Lancellotta
- Lúcio Flávio
- Luca Migliorino
- Kristina Ohlsson
- Carlos Eduardo Soares
Whose famous birthday is on March 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 2nd:
![Mikhail Gorbachev]()
Mikhail GorbachevRussian politician who succeeded konstantin chernenko to the post of general secretary of communist party.
![Daniel Craig]()
Daniel CraigDaniel craig is an english actor best known for portraying james bond in the 007 film series.
![Becky G]()
Becky GBecky g is a rapper and singer known for her hit songs like 'shower' and 'mayores'.
![Method Man]()
Method ManMethod man is a rapper known for being a member of the hip-hop group wu-tang clan and for his solo career, as well as for his acting roles...
![Jon Bon Jovi]()
Jon Bon JoviAmerican singer and the star of bon jovi.
![Lou Reed]()
Lou ReedAmerican rock musician, songwriter, photographer.
![Desi Arnaz]()
Desi ArnazCuban-american actor and musician.
![Rebel Wilson]()
Rebel WilsonRebel wilson is an australian actress and comedian known for her roles in movies such as pitch perfect and bridesmaids.
![Bryce Dallas Howard]()
Bryce Dallas HowardBryce dallas howard is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the help and jurassic world.
![Jennifer Jones]()
Jennifer JonesAmerican actress who won the oscar in 1943 for best actress for her role as bernadette's first major role.
March 02, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 1 month old,
or 541 months and 22 days old,
or 2355 weeks and 5 days old,
or 16490 days old,
if you were born on March 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 March 02, 1979?
There are 312 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 2nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 02, 1979.
March 02, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 02, 1979:
- Richard Sykes
Assassinated in holland, british ambassador.
- Christy Ring
Irish hurler (born 1920).
- Edith Craig
Actress (harmony lane and smashing rackets), died at 71.
- Mollah Mustafa Barzani
Kurdish leader dies at 75.
- Vincenzo Cuccia
- Per Bjørnø
What famous deaths happened on March 2nd?
Famous deaths on March 2nd:
![Serge Gainsbourg]()
Serge GainsbourgFrench singer and international sex icon, who was best known for his hit song "je t'aime" which he performed with jane birkin.
![Mercedes McCambridge]()
Mercedes McCambridgeAmerican actress known for her powerful performances in film and radio.
![Martin Denny]()
Martin DennyAmerican composer and pianist (d. 2005).
![Lyle Talbot]()
Lyle TalbotAmerican actor who appeared in over 150 films and television shows.
![Randolph Scott]()
Randolph ScottAmerican actor, fort worth, gungho, jesse james, dies at the age of 89.
![Anita Morris]()
Anita MorrisAmerican actress, singer, and dancer (b. 1943).
- Christine de Pizan
Medieval author and poet known for her feminist writings.
- Reginna Cassola
Renowned Italian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Joshiah Mwangi Kariuki
Kenyan politician and businessman who advocated for social justice.
- Emily Carr
Canadian writer and artist, carr is heavily inspired by the pacific northwest coast's indigenous peoples.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 2nd
March 02, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 02, 1979:
- Blessed Charles the Good, Count of Flanders (+Bruges 1127)
- Church of England - Saint Chad's Day.
- Texas Independence Day (1836).
- Bahá'f Faith - Beginning of the Fast (sunrise to sunset fast for 19 days).
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of 'Alá (Loftiness) - First day of the 19th month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Saints celebrated on March 02, 1979:
- saint Jovinus
- Saint Abdalon
March 02, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 02, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 26th and March 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 02, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 02, 1979 was Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.
March 02, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rod Stewart - Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?
- Pointer Sisters - Fire
- Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
- Bee Gees - Tragedy
- Olivia Newton-John - A Little More Love
March 02, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 02, 1979 was Oliver's Army by Elvis Costello & The Attractions, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.
March 02, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Oliver's Army
- The Bee Gees - Tragedy
- Lene Lovich - Lucky Number
- The Sex Pistols - Something Else / Friggin' In The Riggin'
March 02, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 02, 1979 was Bustin' Loose by Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.
March 02, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 02, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers - Bustin' Loose
- Parliament - Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop)
- Peabo Bryson - I'm So Into You
- Peaches & Herb - Shake Your Groove Thing
- Tavares - Never Had A Love Like This Before
March 02, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 02, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The China Syndrome
Release year: 1979
Directed by: James Bridges
Starring: Jane Fonda, Jack Lemmon, Michael Douglas, Scott Brady
Country: United States of America
Norma Rae
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Martin Ritt
Starring: Sally Field, Beau Bridges, Ron Leibman, Pat Hingle
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
Immoral Women
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Walerian Borowczyk
Starring: Marina Pierro, Gaëlle Legrand, Pascale Christophe, François Guétary
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza
Country: Italy
March 02, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 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:
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Worzel Gummidge
Release year: 1979
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
You Can't Do That on Television
Release year: 1979
Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy
Country: Canada
Turnabout
Release year: 1979
Directed by: E.B. Hughes
Danger UXB
Release year: 1979
Written by: John Hawkesworth, John Whitney
Starring: Anthony Andrews, Maurice Roëves, George Innes, Gordon Kane
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
March 02, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 02, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
American Caesar
By: William Manchester
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 Coup
By: John Updike
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.
Gnomes
By: Rien Poortvliet
This collector's edition celebrates the 35th anniversary celebrations of Gnomes, a delightful classic.
Illusions
By: Richard Bach
A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …
Fools Die
By: Mario Puzo
The bestseller of The Godfather is now available in English and New York Times. It's a story about the feverish world that can be found in the life of a high-roller gambler.
March 02, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 02, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Auto Racing
The Datestones of Ryn
Starhawk
NASL Soccer
Deep Scan
Who was the US President on March 02, 1979?
On March 02, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 02, 1979?
On March 02, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on March 02, 1979?
On March 02, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about March 2nd?
March 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of March. 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 March 2nd, such as:
- 2019 - India-pakistan standoff 2019: indian and pakistani forces attack each other's villages and posts in kashmir, killing at most six civilians and two pakistani soldiers.
- 2018 - 2018 ouagadougou attacks: terrorist attack on french embassy and military headquarters in ouagadougou (burkina faso) leaves 28 dead and more than 50 injured.
- 2017 - Palmyra offensive 2017: the syrian army and its allies recapture palmyra from islamic state of iraq & the levant.
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 March 1979?
March 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.
