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February 09, 1978 was the 40th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is February 09, 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 09, 1978, who was born and died on February 09, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 09, 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 9th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 09, 1978?
- February 09, 1978: What happened on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 09, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 09, 1978?
- February 09, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 09, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- February 09, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 09, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 09, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 09, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on February 09, 1978?
What day of the week was February 09, 1978?
February 09, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 40th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 09, 1978 can also be written as 2/9/1978 in the US and as 9/2/1978 in UK and Europe.
February 09, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 09, 1978:
- Ted bundy kills kimberly leach, age 12, in lake city, florida.
- The budd company unveils its first spv-2000 self-propelled railcar in philadelphia, pennsylvania.
February 09, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 9th 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 09, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 09, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
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February 09, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 09, 1978 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 09, 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 09, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 07:58 am and setting at 09:09 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 09, 1978?
Famous people born on February 09, 1978:
- Jezabelle Fitzgerald
Jezabelle Fitzgerald is a respected historian who has authored several acclaimed books on ancient civilizations.
- Takoya Martinez
Bestselling author known for crafting gripping suspense novels.
- Erin O'Connor
English actress and model.
- A. J. Buckley
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- Laurel Hubbard
Laurel Hubbard is a New Zealand weightlifter who made history as the first openly transgender athlete to compete in the Olympic Games.
- Fede Alvarez
Director.
- Airton Dare
Brazilian racing driver.
- William Servat
- Nélson Veiga
- Clarice Assad
- Lynnette Cole
- Gro Marit Istad Kristiansen
- Nikola Lazetić
- Omar Zarif
- Magnus Malmgren
- Monica Marangoni
Whose famous birthday is on February 9th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 9th:
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Mia FarrowAmerican actress, third in line of seven children of maureen o'sullivan and john farrow.
![Ziyi Zhang]()
Ziyi ZhangZiyi zhang is a chinese actress known for her roles in crouching tiger, hidden dragon and memoirs of a geisha.
![Tom Hiddleston]()
Tom HiddlestonTom hiddleston is a british actor known for his role as loki in the marvel cinematic universe.
![Alejandra Guzman]()
Alejandra GuzmanAlejandra guzman is a mexican singer known for her influential contributions to latin pop and rock music.
![Joe Pesci]()
Joe PesciAmerican actor.
![Amber Valletta]()
Amber VallettaAmber valletta is an american actress and model known for her work in films such as hitch and gamer.
![Rose Leslie]()
Rose LeslieRose leslie is a british tv actress known for her roles in game of thrones and downton abbey.
![Avan Jogia]()
Avan JogiaAvan jogia is a canadian actor known for his roles in tv shows such as victorious and twisted.
![Judith Light]()
Judith LightJudith light is a tv actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as who's the boss? and transparent.
![Gypsy Rose Lee]()
Gypsy Rose LeeSeattle, washington -- stripper (or 0209 or 0208).
February 09, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 2 months old,
or 554 months and 10 days old,
or 2410 weeks and 1 day old,
or 16871 days old,
if you were born on February 09, 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 09, 1978?
There are 296 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 9th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 09, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 09, 1978.
February 09, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 09, 1978:
- Tadeo Isidoro Cruz
Tadeo Isidoro Cruz was an Argentine writer famous for his short stories and poems.
- Costante Girardengo
Italian cyclist and coach (b. 1893).
- Julio Jaramillo
Ecuadorian singer (born 1935).
- Kimberly Leach
Ted bundy, lake city, florida 12:01 p.m.
- Herbert Kappler
- Hans Stuck
What famous deaths happened on February 9th?
Famous deaths on February 9th:
![John Gavin]()
John GavinHispanic-american diplomat and actor.
![Ian Richardson]()
Ian RichardsonScottish actor.
![Bill Haley]()
Bill HaleyHaley, an american musician and the comets rock band.
![Sophie Tucker]()
Sophie TuckerSlavic-american actress.
- Fyodor Dostoevsky
Renowned Russian novelist known for works like 'Crime and Punishment'.
- Yuri Andropov
General secretary of the communist party of the soviet union (d.1984).
- Der Dostoyevsky
Der Dostoyevsky was a renowned Russian novelist who explored themes of existentialism, psychology, and spirituality in his works.
- Antion Dostoevsky
Antion Dostoevsky was a Russian novelist, philosopher, and short-story writer, known for his psychological depth and exploration of the...
- Lennex Dostoevsky
Lennex Dostoevsky was a prominent Russian novelist and philosopher, known for his psychological depth and exploration of the human...
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February 09, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Saints celebrated on February 09, 1978:
- Saint Apollonia, patron saint of dentists and dental technicians
- Saint Ansbert of Rouen
- Saint Maroon's Day - Lebanon
February 09, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 09, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 09, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 09, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 09, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 09, 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 09, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 09, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Thorn Birds
By: Colleen McCullough
"Beautiful....Compelling entertainment."--New York Times"A heart-rending epic...truly marvelous."--Chicago TribuneOne of the most beloved novels of all time, The Thorn Birds, Colleen McCullough's sweeping family saga of dreams, titanic struggles, dark passions, and forbidden love in the Australian Outback, returns to enthrall …
The Book Of Merlyn
By: Terence H. White
The romance and tragedy of THE ONCE & FUTURE KING is complete with this magnificent fantasy about King Arthur's last days, his faithful magician, and his animal teachers.
Illusions
By: Richard Bach
A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …
February 09, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 09, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Phasor Zap
Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)
Alto Trek
The Cottage
Depth Charge
Who was the US President on February 09, 1978?
On February 09, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 09, 1978?
On February 09, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 09, 1978?
On February 09, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 9th?
February 9th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 9th 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 9th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 piper pa-46 malibu accident: david ibbotson's family launched a gofundme campaign in an effort to find and recover his body. they raised thousands of pounds in just hours. two weeks after the plane disappeared, emiliano sala, a footballer, was found dead in the wreckage.
- 2018 - Trinity mirror buys british publishing group northern & shell for ps126.7 million from richard desmond. trinity mirror now owns the daily express, daily star and daily star newspapers.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, battle of al-bab. at least three soldiers of turkey's armed forces are killed in an accidental airstrike by russia near al-bab in northern syria.
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.
