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December 10, 1978 was the 344th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is December 10, 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 December 10, 1978, who was born and died on December 10, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 10, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Le Freak by Chic), movies (e.g. Superman, directed by Richard Donner), TV series (e.g. A Woman Called Moses) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 10th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 10, 1978?
- December 10, 1978: What happened on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 10, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 10, 1978?
- December 10, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 10, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- December 10, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 10, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 10, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 10, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on December 10, 1978?
What day of the week was December 10, 1978?
December 10, 1978 was a Sunday and it was the 344th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 10, 1978 can also be written as 12/10/1978 in the US and as 10/12/1978 in UK and Europe.
December 10, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 10, 1978:
- Platinum closes at mark hellinger theater nyc after 33 performances
- In oslo, menachem begin and anwar sadat accept 1978 nobel peace prize
- 67th davis cup: usa beats great britain in rancho mirage (4-1).
- Arab-israeli conflict: prime minister of israel menachem begin and president of egypt anwar sadat are jointly awarded the nobel peace prize.
December 10, 1978: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Buffalo Bills - New England Patriots : 24 - 26
- Dallas Cowboys - Philadelphia Eagles : 31 - 13
- Green Bay Packers - Chicago Bears : 0 - 14
- Houston Oilers - New Orleans Saints : 17 - 12
- Kansas City Chiefs - Denver Broncos : 3 - 24
December 10, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 10th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 10, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 10, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
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December 10, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 10, 1978 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 10, 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 December 10, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 02:20 pm and setting at 04:03 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1978.
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Who was born on December 10, 1978?
Famous people born on December 10, 1978:
![Summer Phoenix]()
Summer PhoenixAmerican actress.
- Danaly Garcia
Olympic champion in track and field events.
- Gracieann Smith
Grand Slam winner known for powerful serves.
- Kunga Sherpa
Famous mountaineer who has conquered many challenging peaks.
- Addasyn Chen
Leading cybersecurity expert with expertise in threat detection and prevention.
- Keymora Williams
Keymora Williams was a record-breaking track and field athlete who inspired many with her speed and determination.
- Ensleigh Smith
Professional golfer with multiple major wins.
- Zaiyden Brown
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
- Aanshi Gupta
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
- Angeliah Davis
Olympic medalist known for her speed and agility on the track.
- Azaylah Smith
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
- Raelie Smith
Professional golfer known for winning major championships.
- Keirstan Sims
Renowned for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Carsynn Wong
Investigative reporter known for breaking major political scandals.
- Kaleeah Chen
Leading cybersecurity expert with expertise in threat detection and prevention.
- Mckynlie Chen
Leading cybersecurity expert known for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
- Elliett Jones
Renowned golfer with a successful career in professional golf.
- Austina Brown
Talented golfer with numerous tournament wins under her belt.
- Ladaja Smith
Esteemed cybersecurity expert renowned for protecting critical infrastructure.
- Gabrielly Costa
Leading cybersecurity expert known for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
Whose famous birthday is on December 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 10th:
![Michael Clarke Duncan]()
Michael Clarke DuncanAmerican actor.
![Kenneth Branagh]()
Kenneth BranaghBritish actor and director, often compared to orson welles or laurence olivier for his towering talents.
![Teyana Taylor]()
Teyana TaylorRapper.
![Nia Peeples]()
Nia PeeplesAmerican actress, singer and dancer, peeples is the star of "walker texas ranger".
![Emmanuelle Chriqui]()
Emmanuelle ChriquiCanadian actress.
![Susan Dey]()
Susan DeyAmerican actress.
![Fionnula Flanagan]()
Fionnula FlanaganDublin, ireland -- actress (rich man poor man).
![Dorothy Lamour]()
Dorothy LamourAmerican actress who made the sarong a household name in 1936's "the jungle princess", her first film.
![Una Merkel]()
Una MerkelCovington (kentucky) -- actress (42nd street and abraham lincoln).
![Ana Gabriel]()
Ana GabrielPop singer.
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December 10, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 4 months old,
or 544 months and 9 days old,
or 2366 weeks and 5 days old,
or 16567 days old,
if you were born on December 10, 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 December 10, 1978?
There are 235 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 10, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on December 10, 1978.
December 10, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 10, 1978:
- Ed Wood
American screenwriter and producer of actor films (d. 1978).
- Edward D Wood Jr
Director (plan 9), passes away at 54 from heart failure.
- Miura Isshu
At 75, zen teacher hakuin rinzai dies.
- Emilio Portes Gil
- Fausto Tozzi
- Edward Davis «Ed» Wood Junior
What famous deaths happened on December 10th?
Famous deaths on December 10th:
![Richard Pryor]()
Richard PryorAmerican actor and comedian.
![Otis Redding]()
Otis Redding26-year-old singer ("sittin' on the dock of the bay") dies in a plane crash.
![Thomas Merton]()
Thomas MertonFrench-american poet, monk and mystic, he was a social critic, writer, poet, and monk.
![Michael Nesmith]()
Michael NesmithAmerican musician and member of "the monkees".
![Barbara Windsor]()
Barbara WindsorBritish comedian actor, known for her sexy roles in the 1967 "carry on" films.
![Henri Vidal]()
Henri VidalFrench film actor, vidal made his film debut with edith piaf in montmartre-sur-seine (1941).
![Ann Dvorak]()
Ann DvorakActress (g men.
![Faron Young]()
Faron YoungCountry singer/actor, hidden guns, commits suicide at the age of 34.
![Philip McKeon]()
Philip McKeonAmerican producer and actor.
![Ashok Kumar]()
Ashok KumarIndian actor, singer, and producer (b. 1911).
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December 10, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on December 10, 1978:
- Human Rights Day
December 10, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 10, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 4th and December 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 10, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 10, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the music chart for the week December 4th and December 10th.
December 10, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 10, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 4th and December 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chic - Le Freak
- Donna Summer - MacArthur Park
- Barbra & Neil - You Don't Bring Me Flowers
- Gino Vannelli - I Just Wanna Stop
- Ambrosia - How Much I Feel
December 10, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 10, 1978 was Mary's Boy Child by Boney M, according to the music chart for the week December 4th and December 10th.
December 10, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 10, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 4th and December 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Boney M - Mary's Boy Child
- Rod Stewart - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
- The Village People - YMCA
- The Barron Knights - A Taste Of Aggro
- The Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven
December 10, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 10, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 4th and December 10th.
December 10, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 10, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 4th and December 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chic - Le Freak
- Barry White - Your Sweetness Is My Weakness
- Chaka Khan - I'm Every Woman
- Cheryl Lynn - Got To Be Real
- Rick James - Mary Jane
December 10, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 10, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Superman
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Richard Donner
Starring: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando
Country: United States of America
The Great Train Robbery
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Michael Crichton
Starring: Sean Connery, Donald Sutherland, Lesley-Anne Down, Alan Webb
Country: United States of America
Every Which Way But Loose
Release year: 1978
Directed by: James Fargo
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Geoffrey Lewis, Beverly D'Angelo
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
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
December 10, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 10, 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:
A Woman Called Moses
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Rentner haben niemals Zeit
Release year: 1978
Matador
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Erik Balling
Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz
Country: Denmark
Treasure Island
Release year: 1978
Starring: Joe Thomas, Bobby Thong
Country: Japan
Apple Pie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Howard Goldberg
December 10, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 10, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Second Generation
By: Howard Fast
She'll Take Risks to Get Freedom"A satisfying novel with depth and breadth. Written in forceful, clear prose. Chicago TribuneDesperate to be independent and scathing of the hypocrisy in the upper
Eye Of The Needle
By: Ken Follett
The global phenomenon created by Edge of Eternity's author. His code name was "The Needle". He was a German aristocrat of exceptional intelligence, a master spy with a history of violence.
American Caesar
By: William Manchester
Incredible, astonishing... A man with a paradox. Douglas MacArthur is one of five men to ever attain the rank General of the United States Army.
Faeries
By: Brian Froud and Alan Lee
Brian Froud's Faeries, published a quarter century ago, is still a classic fantasy book. It has more than a million copies worldwide.
Bright Flows The River
By: Taylor Caldwell
Guy Jerald was the living proof that the American Dream is possible. A man who built an empire from a scrap of farmland and a man who rose from poverty, Guy Jerald.
December 10, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 10, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Adventureland
Starfleet Orion
Frogs
Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio
A Game of Concentration
Who was the US President on December 10, 1978?
On December 10, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 10, 1978?
On December 10, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 10, 1978?
On December 10, 1978 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 10th?
December 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of December. 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 December 10th, such as:
- 2018 - Urjit patel, governor of reserve bank of india, abruptly resigns.
- 2017 - Conflict between israel and palestine: a palestinian 24-year-old stabs and injures an israeli security officer at jerusalem's central bus station. the attacker was arrested.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: palmyra attack (december 2016). the sohr, amaq and amaq announced that isil had captured an oil field to the north-west palmyra. (de standaard). (voa). american-led intervention in syria (november-december 2016),: the united states announces it will send 200 additional troops to support the islamic state of iraq (isis) and the levant (from al-raqqah). (reuters), (bbc),
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 December 1978?
December 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
