Thursday April 06, 1978: on this day

April 06, 1978 was the 96th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is April 06, 1978 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 06, 1978, who was born and died on April 06, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 06, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Night Fever by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. F.I.S.T, directed by Norman Jewison), TV series (e.g. High Hopes) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 6th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 06, 1978?


April 06, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 96th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 06, 1978 can also be written as 4/6/1978 in the US and as 6/4/1978 in UK and Europe.

April 06, 1978 in April 1978 calendar

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April 06, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 06, 1978:

  • Karnataka beat uttar pradesh by inning and 193 to win ranji trophy.

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April 06, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 6th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 06, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 06, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on April 6th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 06, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 06, 1978 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 06, 1978 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 April 06, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:59 am and setting at 06:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1978.

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Who was born on April 06, 1978?


Famous people born on April 06, 1978:

  • Myleene Klass
    Myleene Klass

    Myleene klass is a british singer, pianist, and model, best known for being a member of the pop group hear'say and for her appearances on...

  • Imani Coppola

    American singer-songwriter and violinist ("little jackie").

  • Robert Glasper

    Robert glasper is a grammy award-winning musician known for his work as a jazz pianist and record producer.

  • Martín Méndez

    Uruguayan bass player (opeth), songwriter.

  • Blaine Neal

    American baseball player.

  • Igor Semshov

    Russian footballer.

  • Tim Hasselbeck

    American football player and sportscaster.

  • Kendra Todd

    American author and real estate agent.

  • Lauren Ridloff
  • Robert Tom
  • Levys Torres
  • Jaco van der Westhuyzen
  • Daphny van den Brand
  • Valentina Pedicini
  • Thomas Herschmiller

Whose famous birthday is on April 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 6th:

  • Candace Cameron Bure
    Candace Cameron Bure

    Candace cameron bure is an american actress known for her role as d.j.

  • Paul Rudd
    Paul Rudd

    Paul rudd is an american actor known for his roles in popular comedies such as 'anchorman' and 'knocked up'.

  • Zach Braff
    Zach Braff

    Zach braff is an american actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his role as j.d.

  • Walter Huston
    Walter Huston

    Walter huston was a renowned actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as 'the treasure of the sierra madre' and...

  • Billy Dee Williams
    Billy Dee Williams

    Billy dee williams is an american actor best known for his role as lando calrissian in the star wars franchise.

  • Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker

    Michael rooker is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'henry: portrait of a serial killer' and 'guardians of the...

  • Anita Pallenberg
    Anita Pallenberg

    Italian-english model actress and fashion design.

  • Marilu Henner
    Marilu Henner

    Greek-polish american actress and author.

  • Barry Levinson
    Barry Levinson

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joi Lansing
    Joi Lansing

    American model, actress and nightclub singer (d. 1972).

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April 06, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 11 months old,

or 551 months and 23 days old,

or 2399 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16794 days old,

if you were born on April 06, 1978.

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 April 06, 1978?

There are 8 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 06, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 06, 1978.

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April 06, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 06, 1978:

  • Nicolas Nabokov

    Russian-american composer and educator (d. 1978).

  • Reinoud Anders

    Dutch actor unrest of grave, dies at 65.

What famous deaths happened on April 6th?

Famous deaths on April 6th:

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • James Best
    James Best

    James best was an american actor best known for his role as sheriff rosco p. coltrane on the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Isaac Asimov
    Isaac Asimov

    Russian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.

  • Greer Garson
    Greer Garson

    Anglo-american actress, garson was very popular in the second world war.

  • Mary Anderson
    Mary Anderson

    American actress (d. 2014.

  • Raphael Sanzio da Urbino

    One of the most influential artists of the Italian Renaissance, known for his iconic paintings such as 'The School of Athens' and 'The...

  • Ihor Stravinsky

    Ihor Stravinsky was a Russian-born composer, pianist, and conductor who is widely considered one of the most influential composers of the...

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April 06, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 06, 1978:

  • Tartan Day, a day set aside for the celebration of Scottish influence.
  • The date of organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the start of the Restoration Movement by Joseph Smith Junior. Also the date on which this church believes Jesus Christ was born.
  • In Thailand, April 6th marks Chakri Day - a day to commemorate King Rama I, founder of the Chakri dynasty.
  • St. Sixtus
  • Blessed Notker
  • The start of the tax year in the United Kingdom (arising from the 11 day correction to March 25 at the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1752).

Observances on April 06, 1978:

  • International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

Saints celebrated on April 06, 1978:

  • Saint Isolde
  • Saint Balderik
  • Saint Marcellinus of Carthage (d.413)
  • Saint Wineboud
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April 06, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 06, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 3rd and April 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 06, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 06, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 06, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 06, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Night Fever
  2. - Stayin' Alive
  3. - Lay Down Sally
  4. - Can't Smile Without You
  5. - If I Can't Have You

April 06, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 06, 1978 was Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs by Brian & Michael, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 06, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 06, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs
  2. - I Wonder Why
  3. - Denis
  4. - If You Can't Give Me Love

April 06, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 06, 1978 was The Closer I Get To You by Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.

April 06, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 06, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Closer I Get To You
  2. - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
  3. - Bootzilla
  4. - Flashlight
  5. - Dance With Me

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April 06, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 06, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

F.I.S.T

F.I.S.T

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Norman Jewison

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Rod Steiger, Peter Boyle, Melinda Dillon

Country: United States of America

Ecce bombo

Ecce bombo

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Nanni Moretti

Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci

Country: Italy

Besharam

Besharam

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Deven Verma

Starring: Sharmila Tagore, Amitabh Bachchan, Bindu, Helen

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

Boarding School

Boarding School

Release year: 1978

Directed by: André Farwagi

Starring: Nastassja Kinski, Gerry Sundquist, Stefano D'Amato, Gabriele Blum

April 06, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 06, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

High Hopes

High Hopes

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Joe Eckardt

Rumpole of the Bailey

Rumpole of the Bailey

Release year: 1978

Starring: Leo McKern, Jonathan Coy, Julian Curry, Marion Mathie

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small

Release year: 1978

Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

America 2-Night

America 2-Night

Release year: 1978

Starring: Martin Mull, Fred Willard

Country: United States of America

Kaz

Kaz

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

April 06, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 06, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien and Christopher Tolkien

The Silmarillion

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"Majestic! . . . The Silmarillion will appeal to readers of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. It contains medieval romances, fairy tales and even more brutal wars that ring with heraldic fury.

The Plague Dogs by Richard Adams

The Plague Dogs

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This book will be loved by thousands and even millions of people! "THE BOSTON GLOBEA lyrical tale by Richard Adams, the author of WATERSHIP DOWN. This engrossing tale is a remarkable journey.

Coming Into The Country by John McPhee

Coming Into The Country

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The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:

Scruples by Judith Krantz

Scruples

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Scruples is the first novel to make publishing history. It's widely regarded as the best novel ever about the extravagant lifestyle of the Beverly Hills boutique owner and its employees.

Whistle by James Jones

Whistle

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Includes "Notes From the Editors" flyer. Brown leather, with gilt decoration on the spine and boards, satin moire endpapers, guided pages, raised bands along spine, and sewn in satin bookmark.

April 06, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 06, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Adventureland

Adventureland

Platform: TRS-80, Apple II series, Atari 8-bit, TI-99/4A, Commodore PET, Commodore 64, IBM-PC, Commodore VIC-20, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Dragon 32/64, Exidy Sorcerer

Genre: Interactive Fiction

Publisher: Adventure International

Astro Battle

Astro Battle

Platform: Arcade Game; Bally Astrocade

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Bally Manufacturing

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Space Invaders

Space Invaders

Platform: Arcade, various

Genre: Fixed shooter

Atari Football

Atari Football

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports (American football)

Publisher: Atari

history

Who was the US President on April 06, 1978?

On April 06, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 06, 1978?

On April 06, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 06, 1978?

On April 06, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about April 6th?

April 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th day of the month of April. 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 April 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - Second libyan civil war, 2019 western libya offensive: militias loyal to the internationally-recognised government of national accord launch a counterattack on libyan national army troops in the southern outskirts of tripoli. (the washington post. after lna forces were hit by gna warplanes, field marshal khalifa khalifa haftar of the libyan national army declares a no fly zone for military aircraft above western libya.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. united nations secretary general antonio guterres warns israel that it must be "extremely cautious" in the face of further protests at gaza's border. israeli defence forces fire again on palestinians, killing at most seven. (the guardian) protesters start burning tires at the border.
  • 2017 - 2017 saint petersburg metro bombing: russian authorities find and deactivate an explosive device inside a saint petersburg apartment during ongoing raids in response to the bombing.

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What happened in 1978?

1978 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
  • Funeral of Pope Paul VI
  • Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar

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What was the calendar for April 1978?

April 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 1978 calendar looked like.

Thursday April 6, 1978