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May 05, 1973 was the 125th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 05, 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 May 05, 1973, who was born and died on May 05, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Fantastic Planet, directed by René Laloux), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 05, 1973?
- May 05, 1973: What happened on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 05, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 05, 1973?
- May 05, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 05, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- May 05, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 05, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 05, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on May 05, 1973?
What day of the week was May 05, 1973?
May 05, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 05, 1973:
- 99th kentucky derby: ron turcotte aboard secretariat wins in 1:59.4.
- Secretariat wins the 1973 kentucky derby in 1:59, an as-yet unbeaten record.
May 05, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 05, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 05, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 05, 1973 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 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 May 05, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 07:53 am and setting at 11:35 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.
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Who was born on May 05, 1973?
Famous people born on May 05, 1973:
- Kynnadi Akamatsu
Kynnadi Akamatsu is a Japanese manga artist best known for creating the popular series 'Negima!' and 'UQ Holder!'.
- Leeon James
Retired NBA player who played for the Miami Heat.
- Tina Yothers
American singer and actress, best known for her role on the tv sitcom family ties.
- Casino Japan
American producer and composer.
- Johan Hedberg
Nacka, sweden -- hockey goalie (team sweden, olympics - 1998).
- Matt Dubuc
Canadian football league back in action (toronto argonauts).
- Muhsin Muhammad
Wide receiver (carolina panthers).
- Casino Versus Japan
American composer.
- Tina Yothers in Whittier
California, usa; actress jennifer - family ties.
- Francesca Rinaldi
- Brooke Ashley
- Yolanda García
- Barbara Livi
- Alex Namazaba
- Andreas Bausewein
- Marika Aurigemma
- Pascal Gentil
- Nicola Guaglianone
Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:
![Michael Palin]()
Michael PalinBritish actor, comedian, and writer.
![Chris Brown]()
Chris BrownAmerican actor, singer, and dancer.
![Henry Cavill]()
Henry CavillBritish actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.
![Virginie Efira]()
Virginie EfiraBelgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.
![Vincent Kartheiser]()
Vincent KartheiserVincent kartheiser is an american actor known for his role as pete campbell in the television series mad men.
![Tyrone Power]()
Tyrone PowerAmerican actor of third generation.
![Will Arnett]()
Will ArnettWill arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.
![John Rhys-Davies]()
John Rhys-DaviesJohn rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.
![Danielle Fishel]()
Danielle FishelDanielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.
![Lance Henriksen]()
Lance HenriksenLance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.
May 05, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 11 months old,
or 611 months and 19 days old,
or 2659 weeks and 4 days old,
or 18617 days old,
if you were born on May 05, 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 May 05, 1973?
There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 05, 1973.
May 05, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 05, 1973:
- Zekai Özger
Turkish poet and academic (d. 1973).
- Lionello Fiumi
What famous deaths happened on May 5th?
Famous deaths on May 5th:
![John Williams]()
John WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Jean-Claude Pascal]()
Jean-Claude PascalFrench actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.
![Dana Wynter]()
Dana WynterActress german-english (d. 2011).
![Albert Dekker]()
Albert DekkerDeaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.
![Elisabeth Fraser]()
Elisabeth FraserAmerican television, film and stage actress (born 1920).
- Rudolf Schön
Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.
- Garl Kasell
Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...
- Chanceler
Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.
- Marri Shaw
Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.
- Mihail Botvinnik
Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.
May 05, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 05, 1973:
- Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
- Euthymios the Wonderworker
- Barlaam of Serpukhov
- Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
- Eulogios the Confessor
- New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
- Albania: Martyrs' Day.
- Great Martyr Irene
- Roly Poly of Georgia.
- Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).
Observances on May 05, 1973:
- Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
- World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 05, 1973:
- Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
- Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
- Saint Britto
- Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
- Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
- Saint Nicetius
- Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
- Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
- Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
May 05, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 05, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 05, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.
May 05, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
- War - The Cisco Kid
- The Sweet - Little Willy
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- Vicki Lawrence - The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia
May 05, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1973 was See My Baby Jive by Wizzard, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.
May 05, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wizzard - See My Baby Jive
- Dawn featuring Tony Orlando - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
- The Sweet - Hell Raiser
- Gary Glitter - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
- Perry Como - And I Love You So
May 05, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1973 was Pillow Talk by Sylvia (r&b), according to the R&B music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.
May 05, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 05, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Sylvia (r&b) - Pillow Talk
- Ohio Players - Funky Worm
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Temptations - Masterpiece
- War - Cisco Kid
May 05, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 05, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fantastic Planet
Release year: 1973
Directed by: René Laloux
Starring: Barry Bostwick, Jennifer Drake, Eric Baugin, Jean Topart
Country: United States of America
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
O Lucky Man!
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Lindsay Anderson
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Ralph Richardson, Rachel Roberts, Arthur Lowe
Wonder Women
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Robert Vincent O'Neill
Starring: Nancy Kwan, Ross Hagen, Maria De Aragon, Roberta Collins
Soylent Green
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson, Leigh Taylor-Young, Chuck Connors
Country: United States of America
May 05, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 05, 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:
Cheri
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!
Release year: 1973
May 05, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 05, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Joy Of Sex
By: Alex Comfort
The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.
Evening In Byzantium
By: Irwin Shaw
One of Irwin Shaw’s most memorable heroes fights to resurrect a declining career against a tough cast, whiskey and old memories Jesse Crain was created for Cannes.
The Persian Boy
By: Mary Renault
"It takes skill and skill to portray, as Miss Renault did, this half-man, part Courtesan who is so deeply enamoured with the warrior,"-The
The Matlock Paper
By: Robert Ludlum
James Barbour Matlock is a college professor and Vietnam veteran. Washington chooses him to stop a wide-reaching conspiracy in an assignment that is undercover and destined to put his life at risk.
The Best And The Brightest
By: David Halberstam
"A rich, entertaining and profound reading experience." The New York Times "The most complete saga about how America got involved in Vietnam."
May 05, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 05, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on May 05, 1973?
On May 05, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1973?
On May 05, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 05, 1973?
On May 05, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 5th?
May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of May. 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 May 5th, such as:
- 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
- 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
- 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.
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 May 1973?
May 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
