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February 08, 1978 was the 39th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is February 08, 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 February 08, 1978, who was born and died on February 08, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 08, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Coming Home, directed by Hal Ashby), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 8th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 08, 1978?
- February 08, 1978: What happened on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 08, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 08, 1978?
- February 08, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 08, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- February 08, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 08, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 08, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on February 08, 1978?
What day of the week was February 08, 1978?
February 08, 1978 was a Wednesday and it was the 39th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 08, 1978 can also be written as 2/8/1978 in the US and as 8/2/1978 in UK and Europe.
February 08, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 08, 1978:
- The proceedings of the united states senate are first broadcast on radio.
- Crown prince sad abdallah al-salim al sabah becomes prime minister of kuwait.
- Proceedings of the united states senate are broadcast on radio for the first time.
- Pacific western airlines flight 314, a boeing 737-200, crashes in cranbrook, british columbia, killing 44 of the 50 people on board.
- Sixteen unification church couples wed in new york, new york.
- Somalia mobilizes its troops, due to an apparent ethiopian attack.
- The people's republic of china lifts a ban on works by aristotle, william shakespeare and charles dickens.
- Rhodesia, one of only two remaining white-ruled african nations, announces that it will accept multiracial democracy within two years.
- Serial killer ted bundy is captured in pensacola, florida.
- The hillside strangler, a serial killer prowling los angeles, claims a tenth and final victim.
- The first computer bulletin board system (''cbbs'') is created in chicago.
February 08, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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February 08, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 08, 1978 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 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 February 08, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 07:21 am and setting at 08:03 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1978.
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Who was born on February 08, 1978?
Famous people born on February 08, 1978:
- Javier Molina
A former Major League Baseball catcher who played for the St. Louis Cardinals and other teams.
- Shyrl Benson
Shyrl Benson is a contemporary American playwright whose plays have been widely acclaimed for their insightful social commentary and...
- Nashia Sharma
Nashia Sharma is an Indian astrophysicist known for her groundbreaking research on dark matter and the evolution of galaxies.
- Marylynne Whitaker
Marylynne Whitaker is a contemporary American playwright whose plays have been produced in theaters across the country.
- Mick de Brenni
Australian politician.
- Ranveer Brar
Indian celebrity chef, masterchef india judge, author and restaurateur.
- Christa Williams
Houston, texas -- softball pitcher (1996 olympics-gold medalist).
- Gökhan Tepe
- Bettie Ballhaus
Whose famous birthday is on February 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 8th:
![James Dean]()
James DeanAmerican actor.
![Gary Coleman]()
Gary ColemanGary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.
![Mathilda May]()
Mathilda MayFrench actress, daughter to victor haim (greekturkish playwright) and margareta hanson (swedish ballet teacher).
![Lana Turner]()
Lana TurnerAmerican actress, onscreen since 1937.
![Nick Nolte]()
Nick NolteAmerican actor.
![Jack Lemmon]()
Jack LemmonAmerican actor.
![Mary Steenburgen]()
Mary SteenburgenMary 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 GreenSeth 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 WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Paul Wight]()
Paul WightAmerican professional wrestler.
February 08, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 2 months old,
or 554 months and 16 days old,
or 2411 weeks
or 16877 days old,
if you were born on February 08, 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 February 08, 1978?
There are 290 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, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 08, 1978.
February 08, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on February 8th?
Famous deaths on February 8th:
![Robert Conrad]()
Robert ConradAmerican actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.
![Del Shannon]()
Del ShannonAmerican singer and songwriter.
![George Dolenz]()
George DolenzAmerican 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.
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February 08, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 08, 1978:
- 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, 1978:
- Saint Jerome Emiliani.
- Saint Juventius
- Saint Mengold of Huy
- Saint Jacoba (d.1239)
February 08, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 08, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 6th and February 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 08, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 08, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 08, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Randy Newman - Short People
- Andy Gibb - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
- Queen - We Are The Champions
- Billy Joel - Just The Way You Are
February 08, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 08, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 08, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 08, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Take A Chance On Me
- Brotherhood Of Man - Figaro
- Scott Fitzgerald & Yvonne Keely - If I Had Words
- Darts - Come Back My Love
- Althia & Donna - Uptown Top Ranking
February 08, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 1978 was Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up" by Stargard, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 08, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 08, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stargard - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
- Heatwave - Always And Forever
- Commodores - Too Hot Ta Trot
- Natalie Cole - Our Love
- Raydio - Jack And Jill
February 08, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 08, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Coming Home
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Hal Ashby
Starring: Jane Fonda, Jon Voight, Bruce Dern, Penelope Milford
Country: United States of America
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
Nero veneziano
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Ugo Liberatore
Starring: Renato Cestiè, Rena Niehaus, Yorgo Voyagis, Fabio Gamma
Country: Italy
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
Blue Collar
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Paul Schrader
Starring: Richard Pryor, Harvey Keitel, Yaphet Kotto, Ed Begley Jr.
February 08, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 08, 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:
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
The Newcomers
Release year: 1977
Directed by: James Allen Bradley
The Professionals
Release year: 1977
Written by: Brian Clemens
Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
February 08, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 08, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Women'S Room
By: Marilyn French
The bestseller of twenty-one million copies is now available again for a new generation. First published in 1977, The Women's Room was an original novel that explored the inner lives and experiences of women.
Looking Out For Number One
By: Robert Ringer
Robert Ringer, the bestselling author, guides you on the most rewarding and exciting journey of your entire life.
Coming Into The Country
By: John McPhee
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:
Dreams Die First
By: Harold Robbins
"Robbins eroticized commerce and, at the time, commercialized erotica. He dashing into an rich new market for dirty novels." --The New Yorker. "Robbins' dialog is moving... His people have the warmth
February 08, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 08, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)
Video Pinball
Phasor Zap
Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)
Pirate Adventure
Who was the US President on February 08, 1978?
On February 08, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1978?
On February 08, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 08, 1978?
On February 08, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
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.
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 February 1978?
February 1978 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.
