Sunday May 05, 1974: on this day

May 05, 1974 was the 125th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 05, 1974 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, 1974, who was born and died on May 05, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Loco-Motion by Grand Funk), movies (e.g. Dirty Mary Crazy Larry, directed by John Hough), TV series (e.g. My Old Man) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 05, 1974?


May 05, 1974 was a Sunday and it was the 125th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 05, 1974 can also be written as 5/5/1974 in the US and as 5/5/1974 in UK and Europe.

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May 05, 1974: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 05, 1974:

  • Sandra spuzich wins lpga lady tara golf classic.

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May 05, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 05, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 05, 1974 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1974 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, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:35 pm and setting at 05:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1974.

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Who was born on May 05, 1974?


Famous people born on May 05, 1974:

  • Thomas Thévenoud

    Thomas thévenoud is a french politician known for his brief tenure as a government minister and subsequent resignation due to tax...

  • Seiji Ara

    Japanese race car driver.

  • Shaun McKnight

    Youtube star.

  • Tony McCoy

    Athlete.

  • Jens Ryland

    Norwegian guitarist (borknagar).

  • Ngassam Falemi
  • Tarje Nordstrand Jacobsen
  • Sheri Sam
  • Rúnar Páll Sigmundsson

Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:

  • Michael Palin
    Michael Palin

    British actor, comedian, and writer.

  • Chris Brown
    Chris Brown

    American actor, singer, and dancer.

  • Henry Cavill
    Henry Cavill

    British actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.

  • Virginie Efira
    Virginie Efira

    Belgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Will Arnett
    Will Arnett

    Will arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.

  • Danielle Fishel
    Danielle Fishel

    Danielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.

  • Craig David
    Craig David

    Craig david is a british pop singer known for hits like '7 days' and 'fill me in'.

  • Lance Henriksen
    Lance Henriksen

    Lance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.

  • John Rhys-Davies
    John Rhys-Davies

    John 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.

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May 05, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 49 years 10 months old,

or 598 months and 24 days old,

or 2603 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18226 days old,

if you were born on May 05, 1974.

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, 1974?

There are 37 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, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 05, 1974.

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May 05, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on May 5th?

Famous deaths on May 5th:

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Dana Wynter
    Dana Wynter

    Actress german-english (d. 2011).

  • Albert Dekker
    Albert Dekker

    Deaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.

  • Elisabeth Fraser
    Elisabeth Fraser

    American 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.

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May 05, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 05, 1974:

  • 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, 1974:

  • Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
  • World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 05, 1974:

  • 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)
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May 05, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 05, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 29th and May 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 05, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1974 was The Loco-Motion by Grand Funk, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

May 05, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 29th and May 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Loco-Motion
  2. - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
  3. - Bennie And The Jets
  4. - Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me
  5. - Dancing Machine

May 05, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1974 was Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

May 05, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 29th and May 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Seasons In The Sun
  2. - The Cat Crept In
  3. - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
  4. - Angel Face
  5. - Everyday

May 05, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1974 was The Payback by James Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

May 05, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 05, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 29th and May 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Payback
  2. - Dancing Machine
  3. - Let's Get Married
  4. - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
  5. - You Make Me Feel Brand New

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May 05, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 05, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Dirty Mary Crazy Larry

Dirty Mary Crazy Larry

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Hough

Starring: Peter Fonda, Susan George, Adam Roarke, Kenneth Tobey

Country: United States of America

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Claudine

Claudine

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Berry

Dark Star

Dark Star

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Carpenter

Starring: Dan O'Bannon, Dre Pahich, Brian Narelle, Cal Kuniholm

Country: United States of America

May 05, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 05, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

My Old Man

My Old Man

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Erman

The Zoo Gang

The Zoo Gang

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Watson

Landline

Landline

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gillian Robespierre

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Adam Shankman

May 05, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 05, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Fan Club by Irving Wallace

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Come Nineveh, Come Tyre by Allen Drury

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre

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The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.

The Partners by Louis Auchincloss

The Partners

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Louis Auchincloss is here to share his extraordinary powers as an observer in contemporary America. The Partners is a portrait of men and women from what the Partners represents.

Alistair Cooke'S America by Alistair Cooke

Alistair Cooke'S America

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It is crucial to understand the workings of the United States as it adjusts to its position as the sole superpower in an international world with shifting allegiances.

The Snare Of The Hunter by Helen MacInnes

The Snare Of The Hunter

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A young woman escapes from Czechoslovakia to search for her father. She discovers she is the target of a deadly hunt

May 05, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 05, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Tank

Tank

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military strategy

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

history

Who was the US President on May 05, 1974?

On May 05, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1974?

On May 05, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 05, 1974?

On May 05, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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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.

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for May 1974?

May 1974 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.

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Sunday May 5, 1974