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May 12, 1969 was the 132nd day of the year 1969, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 12, 1969 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 12, 1969, who was born and died on May 12, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension), movies (e.g. Midnight Cowboy, directed by John Schlesinger), TV series (e.g. The Liberace Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 12, 1969?
- May 12, 1969: What happened on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 12, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 12, 1969?
- May 12, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 12, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
- May 12, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 12, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 12, 1969?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1969?
- Who was the Pope on May 12, 1969?
What day of the week was May 12, 1969?
May 12, 1969: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 12, 1969:
- Kenneth h wallis achieves record speed for an autogiro-179 kph.
May 12, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th 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 12, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Rooster personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 12, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 12, 1969 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 1969 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 12, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 03:44 am and setting at 05:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1969.
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Who was born on May 12, 1969?
Famous people born on May 12, 1969:
- Octavie Albano
Italian politician known for her work in environmental and social issues.
- Oriya Mistry
Oriya Mistry is an Indian journalist and author known for her work on gender and human rights issues.
- Kim Fields
Kim fields is a tv actress known for her role as tootie ramsey on the sitcom the facts of life.
- Georgina Lazaro
Georgina Lazaro is a contemporary poet whose works focus on themes of identity and cultural heritage.
- Tully Fischer
Renowned computer scientist known for contributions to artificial intelligence.
- Geo Guthrie
Founder of the successful retail chain Guthrie's.
- Draymond John
Founder of FUBU and investor on Shark Tank.
- Suzanne Clément
Canadian actress.
- Kevin Nalty
American youtube personality.
- Kim Fields Freeman in Los Angeles
California, usa; actress.
- Igor Kováč
Slovakian hurdler.
- Juan Antonio Rosa
- Kazuhiro Murata
- Enrico Sabena
- Bobby Allen
- Myke Gray
- Béatrice Filliol
Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:
![Emilio Estevez]()
Emilio EstevezEmilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.
![Rami Malek]()
Rami MalekRami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.
![Ving Rhames]()
Ving RhamesVing rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.
![Katharine Hepburn]()
Katharine HepburnAmerican actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.
![George Carlin]()
George CarlinAmerican comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.
![Gabriel Byrne]()
Gabriel ByrneIrish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.
![Burt Bacharach]()
Burt BacharachAmerican composer and pianist of popular music.
![Jason Biggs]()
Jason BiggsHe was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...
![Malin Akerman]()
Malin AkermanSwedish-canadian model and actress.
![Catherine Tate]()
Catherine TateEnglish actor, comedian, and writer.
May 12, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years 11 months old,
or 659 months and 7 days old,
or 2866 weeks and 4 days old,
or 20066 days old,
if you were born on May 12, 1969.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 12, 1969?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1969?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 12, 1969.
May 12, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 12, 1969:
- Martin Lamble
What famous deaths happened on May 12th?
Famous deaths on May 12th:
![Robert Reed]()
Robert ReedAmerican actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...
![Monica Zetterlund]()
Monica ZetterlundSwedish singer and actress (born 1937).
![Louis Calhern]()
Louis CalhernAmerican actor and singer (d. 1956).
![Cornell Borchers]()
Cornell BorchersGermany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).
![Lillian Roth]()
Lillian RothActress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).
![Elisabeth Bergner]()
Elisabeth BergnerGerman actress (b. 1897).
- Johnye Russell
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
- Jozeph Pilsudski
Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.
- Nillie Sachs
German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Solita Solano
Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.
May 12, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 12, 1969:
- Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
- International Nurses Day
- Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
- Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
- Blessed Imelda
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus
Observances on May 12, 1969:
- International Day of Plant Health [FAO]
Saints celebrated on May 12, 1969:
- Saint Epiphanius
- Saint Domitilla
- Saint Modoald
- Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
- Saint Joan of Portugal
May 12, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 12, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 12th and May 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 12, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 1969 was Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 12, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 12, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The 5th Dimension - Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)
- The Cowsills - Hair
- The Beatles - Get Back
- The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing
- Mercy - Love (Can Make You Happy)
May 12, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 1969 was Get Back by Beatles With Billy Preston, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 12, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 12, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Beatles With Billy Preston - Get Back
- Herman's Hermits - My Sentimental Friend
- Mary Hopkin - Goodbye
- Fleetwood Mac - Man Of The World
- Clodagh Rodgers - Come Back And Shake Me
May 12, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 1969 was The Chokin' Kind by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 12, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 12, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Joe Simon - The Chokin' Kind
- The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing
- James Brown - I Don't Want Nobody To Give Me Nothing (Open Up The Door, I'
- The Meters - Cissy Strut
- Marvin Gaye - Too Busy Thinking About My Baby
May 12, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 12, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Midnight Cowboy
Release year: 1969
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Sylvia Miles, John McGiver
Country: United States of America
The Trouble with Girls
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Peter Tewksbury
Starring: Elvis Presley, Marlyn Mason, Nicole Jaffe, Sheree North
Country: United States of America
Popi
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Arthur Hiller
Starring: Alan Arkin, Rita Moreno, Reuben Figueroa, Miguel Alejandro
The April Fools
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Stuart Rosenberg
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Catherine Deneuve, Peter Lawford, Jack Weston
Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Terence Fisher
Starring: Peter Cushing, Veronica Carlson, Freddie Jones, Simon Ward
May 12, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 12, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Liberace Show
Release year: 1969
Starring: Liberace, George Liberace
Country: United States of America
Dororo
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Akihiko Shiota
May 12, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 12, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Small Town in Germany
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, comes Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
Sunday The Rabbi Stayed Home
By: Harry Kemelman
Rabbi Small faces infighting, backstabbing and a murder as Passover approaches. This New York Times Bestseller is compiled by Rabbi David Small. As Rabbi Small's five-year contract at Barnard's Crossing synagogue ends,
The Vines Of Yarrabee
By: Dorothy Eden
For four consecutive months, Dorothy Eden's romantic story about Australia colonization has been a New York Times bestseller. It tells the amazing story of a man and woman who carve.
The Arms Of Krupp
By: William Manchester
From the middle of World War II to the end, the Krupp family was the most prominent German arms manufacturer. They produced artillery pieces as well as submarines that set the benchmark for effectiveness.
Miss Craig'S 21-Day Shape-Up Program For Men And Women
By: Marjorie Craig
It looks like it has never been used. It has no dustcover, but the hardboards and pages remain in excellent condition.
May 12, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 12, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Travel
Who was the US President on May 12, 1969?
On May 12, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1969?
On May 12, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 12, 1969?
On May 12, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 12th?
May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
- 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
- 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.
What happened in 1969?
1969 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
- 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
- Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion
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What was the calendar for May 1969?
May 1969 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.
