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October 11, 1979 was the 284th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 11, 1979 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, 1979, who was born and died on October 11, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 11, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Don't Stop Til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson), movies (e.g. Courage fuyons, directed by Yves Robert), TV series (e.g. Der Millionenbauer) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 11th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 11, 1979?
- October 11, 1979: What happened on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 11, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 11, 1979?
- October 11, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 11, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- October 11, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 11, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 11, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 11, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on October 11, 1979?
What day of the week was October 11, 1979?
October 11, 1979 was a Thursday and it was the 284th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 11, 1979 can also be written as 10/11/1979 in the US and as 11/10/1979 in UK and Europe.
October 11, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 11, 1979:
- Most happy fella opens at majestic theater nyc for 53 performances
- Allan mcleod cormack and godfrey newbold hounsfield win nobel prize for medicine for developing the cat scan.
October 11, 1979: 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, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 11, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 11th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 11, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 11, 1979 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 11, 1979 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, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:17 pm and setting at 01:51 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 05, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Nov 04, 1979.
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Who was born on October 11, 1979?
Famous people born on October 11, 1979:
- Gabe Saporta
He is a uruguayan american musician and the main creative force behind the synthpop group cobra starship.
- Larusso (singer)
Larusso is a french singer known for her hit single 'tu m'oublieras' and for representing france in the eurovision song contest.
- Jamar Beasley
American football player.
- Andy Douglas
American professional wrestler.
- Kim Yong-dae
South korean footballer.
- Reiko Takagaki
Japanese actress and model.
- Bae Doona
South korean model actress and photographer.
- Matt Felker
- Lætitia Larusso
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.
![Luke Perry]()
Luke PerryLuke perry was an american actor best known for his role as dylan mckay on the tv series beverly hills, 90210.
![Rakul Preet Singh]()
Rakul Preet SinghRakul preet singh is an indian actress known for her work in telugu and tamil films.
![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.
![Mario Lopez]()
Mario LopezMario lopez is an american actor, television host, and entertainment journalist, best known for his role as a.c.
![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.
October 11, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 6 months old,
or 534 months and 14 days old,
or 2324 weeks
or 16268 days old,
if you were born on October 11, 1979.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, 1979?
There are 169 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, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 11, 1979.
October 11, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 11, 1979:
- Joseíto Fernández
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'.
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October 11, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 11, 1979:
- International Day of the Girl Child
October 11, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 11, 1979 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, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 11, 1979 was Don't Stop Til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 11, 1979 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:
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
- Herb Alpert - Rise
- Robert John - Sad Eyes
- Commodores - Sail On
- The Knack - My Sharona
October 11, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 11, 1979 was Video Killed The Radio Star by The Buggles, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 11, 1979 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:
- The Buggles - Video Killed The Radio Star
- The Police - Message In A Bottle
- Lena Martell - One Day At A Time
- Blondie - Dreaming
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough
October 11, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 11, 1979 was (Not Just) Knee Deep - Part 1 by Funkadelic, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 11, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 11, 1979 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:
- Funkadelic - (Not Just) Knee Deep - Part 1
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
- Cameo - I Just Want To Be
- Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
- GQ - I Do Love You
October 11, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 11, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Courage fuyons
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Yves Robert
Starring: Jean Rochefort, Catherine Deneuve, Philippe Leroy, Michel Beaune
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
Meteor
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Ronald Neame
Starring: Sean Connery, Natalie Wood, Karl Malden, Brian Keith
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza
Country: Italy
The Black Stallion
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carroll Ballard
Starring: Kelly Reno, Mickey Rooney, Teri Garr, Clarence Muse
Country: United States of America
October 11, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 11, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Der Millionenbauer
Release year: 1979
Face the Music
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carol Wiseman
A Moment in Time
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Ruby Yang
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
October 11, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 11, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Shibumi
By: Trevanian
Nicholai Hül is the most wanted man in the world. He was born in Shanghai during World War I chaos. His parents were an aristocratic Russian mother, and a mysterious German father.
War and Remembrance
By: Herman Wouk
These two classic works capture the current world events and tell the story of one American family caught up in the middle of the war's chaos.
Sophie's Choice
By: William Styron
Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …
The Bronx Zoo
By: Sparky Lyle and Peter Golenbock
Behind the scenes look at Yankee's players, including Reggie Jackson, Billy Martin and George Steinbrenner, the baseball owner.
The Establishment
By: Howard Fast
She will stand up for her family, regardless of the cost. Barbara Lavette, a former socialite, is not concerned about gossip surrounding her new marriage. Her husband Bernie, a mechanic from poverty who she met during World War II, will …
October 11, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 11, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Invasion Orion
The Datestones of Ryn
Alien Attack
Armor Battle
Monkey Magic
Who was the US President on October 11, 1979?
On October 11, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 11, 1979?
On October 11, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 11, 1979?
On October 11, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for October 1979?
October 1979 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.
