Thursday February 08, 1973: on this day

February 08, 1973 was the 39th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 08, 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 February 08, 1973, who was born and died on February 08, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 08, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crocodile Rock by Elton John), movies (e.g. Black Caesar, directed by Larry Cohen), TV series (e.g. Lawinenpatrouille) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 8th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 08, 1973?


February 08, 1973 was a Thursday and it was the 39th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 1973 can also be written as 2/8/1973 in the US and as 8/2/1973 in UK and Europe.

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February 08, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 08, 1973:

  • Jean kerrs finishing touches, premieres in new york city
  • Us senate names seven members to investigate watergate scandal.
  • Mushtaq and asif iqbal make 350 stand for fourth wicket versus new zealand.

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February 08, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 08, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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February 08, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 08, 1973 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 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 February 08, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 09:12 am and setting at 11:31 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Who was born on February 08, 1973?


Famous people born on February 08, 1973:

  • Ransome Riggs

    American author of the 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' series.

  • Wahneta Moloney

    Captures stunning landscapes in her photography.

  • Peter V. Brett

    Novelist.

  • Eric Kresser

    Quarterback (cincinnati bengals).

  • Andreas Gliatis

    Soccer player (nec).

  • Dave Dopek in Bolingbrook

    Illinois, usa; 200 metre runner.

  • Project Pat

    Rapper.

  • Fanny Lu

    Pop singer.

  • Tom King

    Australian 470 class yachter (1996 olympics).

  • Michelle Brogan

    Australian basketball forward (1996 olympics, bronze medalist).

  • Keith McDonald

    Japanese-american baseball player.

Whose famous birthday is on February 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 8th:

  • James Dean
    James Dean

    American actor.

  • Gary Coleman
    Gary Coleman

    Gary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.

  • Mathilda May
    Mathilda May

    French actress, daughter to victor haim (greekturkish playwright) and margareta hanson (swedish ballet teacher).

  • Lana Turner
    Lana Turner

    American actress, onscreen since 1937.

  • Nick Nolte
    Nick Nolte

    American actor.

  • Jack Lemmon
    Jack Lemmon

    American actor.

  • Mary Steenburgen
    Mary Steenburgen

    Mary steenburgen is an american actress known for her roles in movies suchjson as 'back to the future part iii' and 'step brothers'.

  • Seth Green
    Seth Green

    Seth green is a well-known american actor and comedian, best known for his roles in the austin powers films and as the creator of the tv...

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Paul Wight
    Paul Wight

    American professional wrestler.

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February 08, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 2 months old,

or 614 months and 19 days old,

or 2672 weeks and 2 days old,

or 18706 days old,

if you were born on February 08, 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 February 08, 1973?

There are 288 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 8th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 08, 1973.

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February 08, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on February 8th?

Famous deaths on February 8th:

  • Robert Conrad
    Robert Conrad

    American actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.

  • Del Shannon
    Del Shannon

    American singer and songwriter.

  • George Dolenz
    George Dolenz

    American actor, father to micky dolenz (born in 1908).

  • Jmarion Henderson

    Nobel Prize-winning chemist for research on the dynamics of chemical reactions.

  • Peter the Great

    Peter the Great was the Tsar of Russia from 1682 to 1725, and is credited with modernizing and westernizing Russia.

  • Czar Peter I

    Also known as Peter the Great, he was the Czar of Russia from 1682 to 1725 and a patron of the arts, particularly architecture and music.

  • Joseth Priestley

    Joseth Priestley was a British chemist, philosopher, and clergyman who is best known for his discovery of oxygen and his contributions to...

  • Halvor Laxness

    Icelandic writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1955.

  • Zacharius Janssen

    Invented the first compound microscope.

  • Cem Karaca

    Renowned Turkish rock musician and composer.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 8th

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February 08, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 08, 1973:

  • Nirvana Day - an annual Buddhist festival.
  • Slovenia - Pre?eren Day, the Slovenian cultural holiday.
  • Boy Scouts of America - Scout Sunday; The Sunday preceding February 8 is designated as Scout Sunday and the following Saturday is designated as Scout Sabbath.

Saints celebrated on February 08, 1973:

  • Saint Jerome Emiliani.
  • Saint Juventius
  • Saint Mengold of Huy
  • Saint Jacoba (d.1239)
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February 08, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 08, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 5th and February 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 08, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1973 was Crocodile Rock by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

February 08, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 08, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 5th and February 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crocodile Rock
  2. - You're So Vain
  3. - Why Can't We Live Together
  4. - Oh, Babe, What Would You Say?
  5. - Superstition

February 08, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 08, 1973 was Blockbuster by The Sweet, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

February 08, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 08, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 5th and February 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blockbuster
  2. - Part Of The Union
  3. - Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)
  4. - Daniel
  5. - Sylvia

February 08, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 1973 was Could It Be I'm Falling In Love by Spinners, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

February 08, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 08, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 5th and February 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love
  2. - Love Train
  3. - Love Jones
  4. - Why Can't We Live Together
  5. - Superstition

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February 08, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 08, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Black Caesar

Black Caesar

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Larry Cohen

Starring: Fred Williamson, Gloria Hendry, Art Lund, D'Urville Martin

The Train Robbers

The Train Robbers

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Burt Kennedy

Starring: John Wayne, Ann-Margret, Rod Taylor, Ben Johnson

Jory

Jory

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jorge Fons

Starring: John Marley, B.J. Thomas, Robby Benson, Claudio Brook

Baba Yaga

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

Jory

Jory

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jorge Fons

February 08, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 08, 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:

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

The Bobby Darin Show

The Bobby Darin Show

Release year: 1973

Starring: Bobby Darin, Richard Bakalyan, Roger Carroll, Geoff Edwards

Country: United States of America

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

Double Identity

Double Identity

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dennis Dimster

Wild Country

Wild Country

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Craig Strachan

February 08, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 08, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution

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America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

The Winds Of War by Herman Wouk

The Winds Of War

By:

The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.

Harry S. Truman by Margaret Truman

Harry S. Truman

By:

This is the definitive biography about one of the most influential political figures of the 20th Century. Margaret Truman offers rare insight and understanding of her father's life, and Margaret Truman is unsurpassed in this regard.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

By:

The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …

February 08, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 08, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on February 08, 1973?

On February 08, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1973?

On February 08, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 08, 1973?

On February 08, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 8th?

February 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of February. 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 February 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018-19 north american winter: jay inslee, washington governor, declares a state of emergency as a winter storm could bring snowfalls of up to 20 cm (20 inches) to the state.
  • 2018 - American-led intervention in syria's civil war: syria and russia have stated that the united states' military presence is illegal. about 25% of syria's territory is now under the control of the united states and its allied forces.
  • 2017 - War in donbass - donetsk people's republic commander mikhail tolstykh (also known as his nom de guerre "givi") is killed in a bomb explosion in makiivka in donetsk oblast. officials in the dpr blame the security service of ukraine.

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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 February 1973?

February 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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