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Wednesday October 03, 1979: on this day
October 03, 1979 was the 276th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 03, 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 October 03, 1979, who was born and died on October 03, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 03, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sad Eyes by Robert John), movies (e.g. The Black Stallion, directed by Carroll Ballard), TV series (e.g. Face The Music) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 3rd, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 03, 1979?
- October 03, 1979: What happened on that day?
- October 03, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 03, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 03, 1979?
- October 03, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 03, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- October 03, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- October 03, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 03, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 03, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 03, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 03, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 03, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on October 03, 1979?
What day of the week was October 03, 1979?
October 03, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 276th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 03, 1979 can also be written as 10/3/1979 in the US and as 3/10/1979 in UK and Europe.
October 03, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 03, 1979:
- A ef4 tornado hits windsor locks, ct causing extensive damage to the town.
October 03, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 3rd 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 03, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 03, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Goat personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 3rd, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 03, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 03, 1979 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 03, 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 October 03, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:31 pm and setting at 05:15 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 06, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Oct 05, 1979.
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Who was born on October 03, 1979?
Famous people born on October 03, 1979:
- Josh Klinghoffer
American guitarist, songwriter, and producer (red hot chili peppers dot hacker ataxia and the bicycle thief).
- John Morrison
Wwe is an american pro wrestling organization.
- Brianna Brown
Brianna Brown is a successful entrepreneur and founder of The New Hollywood, empowering women in business.
- Danny O'Donoghue
Rock singer.
- Yuri Ebihara
Japanese actress and model.
- Carlo Alban
Ecuadorian-american actor.
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Claudia Bassols![John Hennigan]()
John Hennigan- Camille Delamarre
- LaQuanda Barksdale
- Roman Pacholjuk
- Niklas Natt och Dag
- Dave Ragone
- Federico Serra Mirás
- Rodney So'oialo
- Esther Staubli
- Aaron Xuereb
- Antônio Carlos dos Santos
Whose famous birthday is on October 3rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 3rd:
![Groucho Marx]()
Groucho MarxGroucho marx was a legendary comedian known for his quick wit, distinctive mustache, and cigar.
![Lena Headey]()
Lena HeadeyLena headey is a british actress best known for her role as cersei lannister in the popular tv series game of thrones.
![Bud Abbott]()
Bud AbbottBud abbott was an american comedian and actor, best known as the straight man of the comedy duo abbott and costello.
![Chubby Checker]()
Chubby CheckerChubby checker is an american singer-songwriter best known for popularizing the dance style 'the twist' with his hit song of the same name.
![Shannyn Sossamon]()
Shannyn SossamonAmerican actress, dancer, and musician.
![Clémence Poésy]()
Clémence PoésyFrench actress well-known for her role as fleur delacour in harry potter films.
![Ruggero Raimondi]()
Ruggero RaimondiRuggero raimondi is an italian singer and actor known for his powerful bass voice and acclaimed performances in opera productions worldwide.
![Neve Campbell]()
Neve CampbellNeve campbell is a canadian actress known for her role as sidney prescott in the scream film series.
![Gore Vidal]()
Gore VidalAmerican playwright, critic and novelist.
![Carmen Russo]()
Carmen RussoGenoa, italy -- miss teenage italy (1972).
October 03, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 6 months old,
or 534 months and 16 days old,
or 2324 weeks and 2 days old,
or 16270 days old,
if you were born on October 03, 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 October 03, 1979?
There are 167 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 3rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 03, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 03, 1979.
October 03, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 03, 1979:
- Luella Coleman
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Nicos Poulantzas
Greek-french sociologist and philosopher (b. 1936).
- Charles White
Artist dies in los angeles, california at the age of 61.
- Claudia Jennings
Playmate (nov 1969) dies in a car accident at 29.
- Giovanni Genucchi
- Humberto Teixeira
- Ferdinando Gerra
What famous deaths happened on October 3rd?
Famous deaths on October 3rd:
![Janet Leigh]()
Janet LeighAmerican actress and author, leigh is best known for her scene in the shower in psycho in 1960.
![Roddy McDowall]()
Roddy McDowallBritish child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940.
![Ronnie Barker]()
Ronnie BarkerBritish comedian and actor, who is a bit overweight, was a co-star in "the two ronnies," a british television sitcom.
![Bruce Paltrow]()
Bruce PaltrowAmerican film and television producer (born 1943).
![Zachary Scott]()
Zachary ScottAmerican actor (b. 1914).
![Charles Collingwood]()
Charles CollingwoodAt 68, newscaster (chronicles) dies.
- Macil Guthrie
Macil Guthrie was a Canadian folk singer and guitarist who played a significant role in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s.
- Dub Taylor
Renowned American character actor known for his work in Western films.
- Sayward Bowen
Canadian politician known for her advocacy for women's rights and education.
- Jarl Kulle
Renowned Swedish actor known for his versatile performances.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 3rd
October 03, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 03, 1979 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 03, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 03, 1979 was Sad Eyes by Robert John, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.
October 03, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 03, 1979 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:
- Robert John - Sad Eyes
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
- Herb Alpert - Rise
- The Knack - My Sharona
- Commodores - Sail On
October 03, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 03, 1979 was Video Killed The Radio Star by The Buggles, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.
October 03, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 03, 1979 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:
- The Buggles - Video Killed The Radio Star
- The Police - Message In A Bottle
- Lena Martell - One Day At A Time
- Blondie - Dreaming
October 03, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 03, 1979 was Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.
October 03, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 03, 1979 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:
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
- Funkadelic - (Not Just) Knee Deep - Part 1
- Cameo - I Just Want To Be
- Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
- GQ - I Do Love You
October 03, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 03, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Black Stallion
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carroll Ballard
Starring: Kelly Reno, Mickey Rooney, Teri Garr, Clarence Muse
Country: United States of America
When a Stranger Calls
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fred Walton
Starring: Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Rutanya Alda, Carmen Argenziano
Country: United States of America
10
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Blake Edwards
Starring: Dudley Moore, Bo Derek, Julie Andrews, Robert Webber
Country: United States of America
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
Dracula Blows His Cool
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carl Schenkel
Starring: Gianni Garko, Betty Vergès, Bea Fiedler, Giacomo Rizzo
October 03, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 03, 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:
Face the Music
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carol Wiseman
A Moment in Time
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Ruby Yang
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
October 03, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 03, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Shibumi
By: Trevanian
Nicholai Hül is the most wanted man in the world. He was born in Shanghai during World War I chaos. His parents were an aristocratic Russian mother, and a mysterious German father.
The Powers That Be
By: David Halberstam
David Halberstam's powerful account of "The Powers That Be", which is brimming with the conflicts, personalities, and ambitions that changed the media from something that just followed the news to something that created it, is riveting.
Sophie's Choice
By: William Styron
Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …
Restoring The American Dream
By: Robert J. Ringer
Concerning human freedom. According to the author, "The American Dream" was not about the government taking large sums of money from citizens (under the "taxation")
October 03, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 03, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
4-Player Bowling Alley
Auto Racing
Tail Gunner
Radar Scope
NASL Soccer
Who was the US President on October 03, 1979?
On October 03, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 03, 1979?
On October 03, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 03, 1979?
On October 03, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 3rd?
October 3rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 3rd 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 3rd, such as:
- 2018 - Toys "r" us lenders have cancelled the bankruptcy auction of the brand name and other intellectual properties and instead plan on reviving the babies "r" us and toys "r" us brands.
- 2017 - Isil releases video footage showing two alleged russian soldiers captured in the syrian civil war. russia, however, denies these claims.
- 2016 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the taliban launch an offensive into kunduz, which they briefly captured last summer. (nine entertainment company now). a bomb in kabul kills one and injures two.
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 October 1979?
October 1979 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.
