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October 11, 1973 was the 284th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 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 October 11, 1973, who was born and died on October 11, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 11, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Half-Breed by Cher), movies (e.g. The Paper Chase, directed by James Bridges), TV series (e.g. Shaft) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 11th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 11, 1973?
- October 11, 1973: What happened on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 11, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 11, 1973?
- October 11, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 11, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- October 11, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 11, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 11, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 11, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on October 11, 1973?
What day of the week was October 11, 1973?
October 11, 1973 was a Thursday and it was the 284th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 11, 1973 can also be written as 10/11/1973 in the US and as 11/10/1973 in UK and Europe.
October 11, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 11, 1973:
- Oakland beats baltimore 3 games to 2 to win al pennant
October 11, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 11th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 11, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 11, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Discover the planets positions on October 11th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 11, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 11, 1973 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 11, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:47 pm and setting at 07:39 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 12, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Oct 12, 1973.
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Who was born on October 11, 1973?
Famous people born on October 11, 1973:
![Mario Lopez]()
Mario LopezMario lopez is an american actor, television host, and entertainment journalist, best known for his role as a.c.
![Linda Hardy]()
Linda HardyFrench actress and model who was miss france 1992.
- Takeshi Kaneshiro
Takeshi kaneshiro is a japanese singer and actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'chungking express' and 'house of flying...
- Dmitri Young
American radio host and baseball player.
- Steven Pressley
Manager and player from scotland.
- Brendan B. Brown
American singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Greg Chalmers
Australian golfer.
- Niki Xanthou
Greek long jumper.
- Mike Smith
American guitarist (snot and limp bizkit).
- Sharon Dominguez
Miss belize universe (1997).
- Mark Chapman
English radio and television host.
- Ilaria Cavo
- Daisuke Sakaguchi
- Mirsad Hibić
Whose famous birthday is on October 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 11th:
![Nivin Pauly]()
Nivin PaulyRenowned Indian actor known for his work in Malayalam cinema.
![Amitabh Bachchan]()
Amitabh BachchanIndian actor, producer, singer, and tv host.
![Rakul Preet Singh]()
Rakul Preet SinghRakul preet singh is an indian actress known for her work in telugu and tamil films.
![Luke Perry]()
Luke PerryLuke perry was an american actor best known for his role as dylan mckay on the tv series beverly hills, 90210.
![Michelle Trachtenberg]()
Michelle TrachtenbergMichelle trachtenberg is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows and movies such as buffy the vampire slayer and gossip...
![Emily Deschanel]()
Emily DeschanelShe is an american actress, both on film and television.
![Jane Krakowski]()
Jane KrakowskiJane krakowski is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like 30 rock and ally mcbeal.
![Matt Bomer]()
Matt BomerMatt bomer is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like white collar and american horror story.
![Jodi Benson]()
Jodi BensonJodi benson is an american actress best known for providing the voice of ariel in disney's the little mermaid.
![Joan Cusack]()
Joan CusackAmerican comedian and actress, nominated twice as best supporting actress oscar.
October 11, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 6 months old,
or 606 months and 9 days old,
or 2636 weeks and 2 days old,
or 18454 days old,
if you were born on October 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 October 11, 1973?
There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 11, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 11, 1973.
October 11, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 11, 1973:
- Isaly Bowen
Isaly Bowen was an American astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of atomic spectra and the chemical...
- Mauro Núñez Cáceres
What famous deaths happened on October 11th?
Famous deaths on October 11th:
![Angela Lansbury]()
Angela LansburyBritish-american actress who rose to stardom in 1960s broadway musical "mame", then as jessica fletcher, a hit tv series called "murder she...
![Bonita Granville]()
Bonita GranvilleBonita Granville was an American actress known for her role in the Nancy Drew film series.
![Richard Denning]()
Richard DenningPoughkeepsie (new york) -- actor (steve karen, hawaii five-0).
![Richard Cromwell]()
Richard CromwellOliver cromwell was a british politician, and he is the son of a prominent family.
![Chico Marx]()
Chico MarxAmerican comedian, who was a star on both the stage and in films.
![Paul Shenar]()
Paul ShenarActor (deadly forces, dream lover), who dies at 53.
![Chester Conklin]()
Chester ConklinActor (greed modern times), dies in 83.
- Edit Piaf
Edith Piaf was a renowned French singer and actress, known for her powerful and emotional performances.
- Dorotea Lange
American documentary photographer famous for her work during the Great Depression.
- Redd Foxx
Legendary comedian and actor best known for his role in 'Sanford and Son'.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 11th
October 11, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 11, 1973:
- International Day of the Girl Child
October 11, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 11, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 8th and October 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 11, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 11, 1973 was Half-Breed by Cher, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cher - Half-Breed
- The Allman Brothers Band - Ramblin Man
- Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
- Stevie Wonder - Higher Ground
- The Rolling Stones - Angie
October 11, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 11, 1973 was Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Simon Park Orchestra - Eye Level
- David Cassidy - Daydreamer / Puppy Song
- Slade - My Friend Stan
- The Sweet - Ballroom Blitz
- Ike & Tina Turner - Nutbush City Limits
October 11, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 11, 1973 was Keep On Truckin' (Part 1) by Eddie Kendricks, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 11, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Eddie Kendricks - Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Midnight Train To Georgia
- Jackson 5 - Get It Together
- Millie Jackson - Hurts So Good
- Stevie Wonder - Higher Ground
October 11, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 11, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Paper Chase
Release year: 1973
Directed by: James Bridges
Starring: Timothy Bottoms, Lindsay Wagner, John Houseman, Graham Beckel
Country: United States of America
The Way We Were
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Barbra Streisand, Robert Redford, Bradford Dillman, Lois Chiles
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
Badlands
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Terrence Malick
Starring: Martin Sheen, Sissy Spacek, Warren Oates, Ramon Bieri
Country: United States of America
Mean Streets
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, David Proval, Amy Robinson
Country: United States of America
October 11, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 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:
Shaft
Release year: 1973
Directed by: John Singleton
Casshan
Release year: 1973
Written by: Tatsuo Yoshida
Directed by: Takao Koyama
Starring: Ikuo Nishikawa
Country: Japan
Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Paul Mazursky
Adam's Rib
Release year: 1973
Directed by: George Cukor
October 11, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 11, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Onion Field
By: Joseph Wambaugh
This is the terrifyingly true story about two young cops who are robbed by two young men. Their separate fates collide on March 19, in an unusual execution in deserted Los Angeles.
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
By: Dr. Robert Atkins
America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off
The Hollow Hills
By: Mary Stewart
The young Arthur Pendragon is being watched over by the prince and prophet Merlin Ambrosius, who are haunted daily by visions of the magical sword Caliburn that has been kept secret for centuries.
Breakfast of Champions
By: Kurt Vonnegut
Breakfast of Champions is Kurt Vonnegut’s most beloved character, Kilgore Trout. He discovers to his horror that a Midwest car dealer has taken his fiction as fact in Breakfast of Champions.
October 11, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 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 October 11, 1973?
On October 11, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 11, 1973?
On October 11, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 11, 1973?
On October 11, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 11th?
October 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of October. 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 October 11th, such as:
- 2018 - A river in bududa (uganda) bursts, resulting in the deaths of at least 41 people. many others are also injured and displaced.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attacked a police command centre in damascus killing two and injuring six more. the sun reports that sally jones, a british-born recruiter for isil, was killed in a drone strike by the united states in june. she was fleeing raqqa, syria with her 12-year old son.
- 2016 - According to reports, a gunman dressed in an afghan police uniform kills 14 people and injures many more at the shiite karte skhi shrine in kabul, just before ashura begins. the attacker is killed by police. (upi),
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 October 1973?
October 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
