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May 11, 1973 was the 131st day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 11, 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 May 11, 1973, who was born and died on May 11, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Day for Night, directed by François Truffaut), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 11, 1973?
- May 11, 1973: What happened on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 11, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 11, 1973?
- May 11, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 11, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- May 11, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 11, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 11, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on May 11, 1973?
What day of the week was May 11, 1973?
May 11, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 11, 1973:
- Dutch government of uyl forms.
May 11, 1973: 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, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 11th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 11, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 11, 1973 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 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 May 11, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 02:50 pm and setting at 03:01 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.
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Who was born on May 11, 1973?
Famous people born on May 11, 1973:
- James Haven
American actor.
- Tsuyoshi Ogata
Japanese runner.
- Michelle Venturella
Us softball infielder (1996 olympics-gold medalist).
- Patrick Sapp
Nfl offensive linebacker (san diego chargers).
- Dean Pullar Cobram in Victoria
Australia; diver (olympics-1996).
- Notch (artist)
- Almir
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, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 11 months old,
or 611 months and 9 days old,
or 2658 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18607 days old,
if you were born on May 11, 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 May 11, 1973?
There are 21 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, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 11, 1973.
May 11, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 11, 1973:
![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.
- Grigory M Kosinzev
Russian director, dies.
- Juan Eduardo Cirlot
What famous deaths happened on May 11th?
Famous deaths on May 11th:
![Peggy Lipton]()
Peggy LiptonAmerican actress.
![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.
- Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe
Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.
- Alver Aalto
Famous architect known for his innovative designs.
- Oiva Aalto
Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.
- Milcah Mitchell
Renowned botanist who specialized in plant genetics.
May 11, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 11, 1973:
- 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, 1973:
- 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, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 11, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 7th and May 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 11, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 11, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Sweet - Little Willy
- War - The Cisco Kid
- Dobie Gray - Drift Away
May 11, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1973 was See My Baby Jive by Wizzard, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 11, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wizzard - See My Baby Jive
- Dawn featuring Tony Orlando - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
- The Sweet - Hell Raiser
- Gary Glitter - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
- Perry Como - And I Love You So
May 11, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1973 was Funky Worm by Ohio Players, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 11, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ohio Players - Funky Worm
- Sylvia (r&b) - Pillow Talk
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Independents - Leaving Me
- War - Cisco Kid
May 11, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 11, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Day for Night
Release year: 1973
Directed by: François Truffaut
Starring: Jacqueline Bisset, Jean-Pierre Léaud, François Truffaut, Valentina Cortese
Country: United States of America
The Day of the Jackal
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Fred Zinnemann
Starring: Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair, Alan Badel
Country: United States of America
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
Fantastic Planet
Release year: 1973
Directed by: René Laloux
Starring: Barry Bostwick, Jennifer Drake, Eric Baugin, Jean Topart
Country: United States of America
O Lucky Man!
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Lindsay Anderson
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Ralph Richardson, Rachel Roberts, Arthur Lowe
May 11, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 11, 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:
Cheri
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!
Release year: 1973
May 11, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 11, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three
By: John Godey
1973 novel about the NYC subway hijacking. 1974 Dell paperback edition.
Jonathan Livingston Seagull
By: Richard Bach
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 …
The Matlock Paper
By: Robert Ludlum
James Barbour Matlock is a college professor and Vietnam veteran. Washington chooses him to stop a wide-reaching conspiracy in an assignment that is undercover and destined to put his life at risk.
The Sunlight Dialogues
By: John Gardner
John Gardner's expansive portrait of the clash of philosophical perspectives in 1960s America. It centers on the appearance of a mysterious stranger, in a small Upstate New York.
The Odessa File
By: Frederick Forsyth
A suicide of an elderly German Jew explodes in revelation after revelation. Of a Mafia-like organisation called Odessa...of a real-life fugitive known by the "Butcher of Riga"..of young German journalist, tumed obsessed assassin and.
May 11, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 11, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on May 11, 1973?
On May 11, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1973?
On May 11, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 11, 1973?
On May 11, 1973 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 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 May 1973?
May 1973 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.
