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May 11, 1972 was the 132nd day of the year 1972, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 11, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 11, 1972, who was born and died on May 11, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack), movies (e.g. Frenzy, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 11, 1972?
- May 11, 1972: What happened on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 11, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 11, 1972?
- May 11, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 11, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- May 11, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 11, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 11, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on May 11, 1972?
What day of the week was May 11, 1972?
May 11, 1972 was a Thursday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 11, 1972 can also be written as 5/11/1972 in the US and as 11/5/1972 in UK and Europe.
May 11, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 11, 1972:
- John lennon says his phone is tapped by fbi on dick cavett show
- Stanley cup: boston bruins beat the new york rangers, 4 games to 2
- Us performs nuclear test at nevada test site.
May 11, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 11, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 11th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 11, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 11, 1972 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 1972 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 May 11, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:12 am and setting at 07:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1972.
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Who was born on May 11, 1972?
Famous people born on May 11, 1972:
- Tomáš Dvořák
Czech coach and decathlete.
- Anita Hegh
Australian actress.
- Andrew Bonhomme in Melbourne
Victoria, australia; australasia golfer.
- Hicham El-Mashtoub
Nfl center (houston oilers).
- Amanda Freitag
Chef.
- Stefen Reid
Linebacker for the canadian football league (montreal alouettes).
- Gabriele Colombo
Italian cyclist, winner in the race of milano san remo 3/19/1996.
- Buika
Spanish flamenco and jazz singer, born in a family originating from equatorial guinea, grew up in mallorca among spanish romani people...
- Daniel Ornellas
South african bass player (tree63).
- Hela Cheikhrouhou
Whose famous birthday is on May 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 11th:
![Cory Monteith]()
Cory MonteithCory monteith was a canadian actor best known for his role as finn hudson on the television series glee.
![Fred Astaire]()
Fred AstaireFred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.
![Natasha Richardson]()
Natasha RichardsonBritish actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.
![Laetitia Casta]()
Laetitia CastaFrench corsican actress and model, found by a photographer on corsican beaches.
![Benoît Magimel]()
Benoît MagimelHe is a french actor who started his career at the age of 14 in the film "life is a long, quiet river", directed by etienne chatillez.
![Richard Feynman]()
Richard FeynmanAmerican theoretical physicist, known for his contributions to the path integral formulation and quantum mechanics, the theory, and physics...
![Holly Valance]()
Holly ValanceHolly valance is an australian pop singer and actress known for her hit single 'kiss kiss' and her role as felicity 'flick' scully on the...
![Jeffrey Donovan]()
Jeffrey DonovanAmerican stage, film, and television actor.
![Doug McClure]()
Doug McClureAmerican actor.
![Jonathan Jackson]()
Jonathan JacksonInstigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).
May 11, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 11 months old,
or 623 months and 14 days old,
or 2711 weeks
or 18977 days old,
if you were born on May 11, 1972.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 May 11, 1972?
There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 11, 1972.
May 11, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on May 11th?
Famous deaths on May 11th:
![Peggy Lipton]()
Peggy LiptonAmerican actress.
![Lex Barker]()
Lex BarkerAmerican actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.
![Jerry Stiller]()
Jerry StillerAmerican actor, comedian and producer (d. 2020).
![Jorja Curtright]()
Jorja CurtrightActor, whistle stop, dies from a heart attack.
![Jean Adair]()
Jean AdairDies at 80.
- Douglas Adams
Douglas Adams was a British author best known for his science-fiction comedy series 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'.
- Mega Marley
Mega Marley was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician who is considered one of the pioneers of reggae music.
- Alver Aalto
Famous architect known for his innovative designs.
- Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe
Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.
- Oiva Aalto
Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.
May 11, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 11, 1972:
- Holiday of the City of Miskolc (since 1992).
- Blessed John Rochester
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Mamertus, first of the Ice Saints
- Roman Empire - Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).
Saints celebrated on May 11, 1972:
- Saint Francis of Girolamo
- Saint Estella
- Saint Odilo of Cluny
- Saint Majolus of Cluny
- Saint James Walworth
- Saint Bertilla
- Saint Gengou Gangulphus
- Saint Gauthier of Esterp
May 11, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 11, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 8th and May 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 11, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 11, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 11, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Joe Tex - I Gotcha
- The Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
May 11, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 11, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 11, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- T Rex - Metal Guru
- David Cassidy - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
- Vicky Leandros - Come What May
- Elton John - Rocket Man
May 11, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 11, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 11, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
May 11, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 11, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Frenzy
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: Jon Finch, Barry Foster, Barbara Leigh-Hunt, Anna Massey
Country: United States of America
King, Queen, Knave
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Jerzy Skolimowski
Starring: David Niven, Gina Lollobrigida, John Moulder-Brown, Mario Adorf
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Justine de Sade
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Claude Pierson
Starring: Alice Arno, Yves Arcanel, Michel Bertay, Georges Beauvilliers
Jeremiah Johnson
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Robert Redford, Will Geer, Delle Bolton, Josh Albee
Country: United States of America
May 11, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 11, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Love Thy Neighbour
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Smith
Number 96
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Peter Bernardos
May 11, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 11, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Friends Of Eddie Coyle
By: George V. Higgins
This classic novel by "America's greatest crime novelist" Time has a new introduction by Dennis Lehane. George V. Higgins' seminal crime novel tells the story of thieves, mobsters and cops.
Wheels
By: Arthur Hailey
This is the story of America's supercharged car industry. From the crime and grime of Detroit's assembly line to the top-secret design studios, executive boardrooms, and more
The Exorcist
By: William Peter Blatty
The Exorcist was originally published in 1971. It is now a major TV series on FOX. It is still one of the most controversial novels and became a literary sensation. It spent 47 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller …
Tracy And Hepburn
By: Garson Kanin
The classic Hollywood memoir is back and this time with a new introduction by the author. Spence Tracy and Kate Hepburn were the celebrity couple that everyone knew, but few actually knew.
The Defense Never Rests
By: F. Lee Bailey
This controversial defense lawyer reviews his career. He focuses on the Boston Strangler, Sam Sheppard vindication and the Great Plymouth Mail Robbery.
May 11, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 11, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on May 11, 1972?
On May 11, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1972?
On May 11, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 11, 1972?
On May 11, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 11th?
May 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of May. 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 May 11th, such as:
- 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). houthi forces begin to pull out of several yemeni ports including al hudaydah and as-salif. this withdrawal is part of an un-brokered ceasefire agreement that aims at ending the yemeni blockade.
- 2018 - After six weeks of protests, the israel defense forces open fire again with tear gas and live bullets on palestinian protestors. one person has been killed, and 146 more are injured. some protestors also throw stones and burn tires.
- 2017 - Battle of mosul: lt gen othman al-ghanmi (iraqi army chief of staff) states that his security forces are just days away from completing operation recapture mosul from isil.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1972?
May 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
