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May 12, 1979 was the 132nd day of the year 1979, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 12, 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 May 12, 1979, who was born and died on May 12, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Reunited by Peaches & Herb), movies (e.g. Apocalypse Now, directed by Francis Ford Coppola), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour In Australia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 12, 1979?
- May 12, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 12, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 12, 1979?
- May 12, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 12, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- May 12, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 12, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- May 12, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 12, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 12, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 12, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 12, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on May 12, 1979?
What day of the week was May 12, 1979?
May 12, 1979 was a Saturday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 12, 1979 can also be written as 5/12/1979 in the US and as 12/5/1979 in UK and Europe.
May 12, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.
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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, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 12, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 12, 1979 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 May 12, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:42 pm and setting at 07:06 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1979.
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Who was born on May 12, 1979?
Famous people born on May 12, 1979:
![Aaron Yoo]()
Aaron YooKorean-american actor.
- Ferguson Mitchell
Renowned for developing innovative algorithms in artificial intelligence.
- Beatrice Tarka
Founder of Mobius Capital Partners, a successful investment firm.
- Nayellie Cortes-Medellin
Renowned biologist known for her research on endangered species conservation.
- Olly Richards
Bestselling author known for his mystery novels.
- Senay Gurler
Renowned Turkish actress known for her versatile roles in film and television.
- Marton Nemeth
Bestselling author known for his captivating mystery novels.
- Caralina Parodi
Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.
- Gianno Panagiotou
Renowned biologist known for his work in evolutionary genetics.
- Zarra Ghavami
Prominent Iranian politician known for advocating for women's rights.
- Arra David
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Milika
Renowned singer known for her powerful vocals and stage presence.
- Alezandra Walker
Bestselling author known for her captivating mystery novels.
- Hy Stevens
Known for developing innovative software solutions.
- Senya Flach
Renowned author known for their captivating storytelling.
- Lavana Zappa
Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.
- Sahan Ranwala
Renowned Sri Lankan novelist and playwright.
- Almin Agic
Renowned contemporary painter known for his abstract works.
- Nathanyal Gray
Renowned for research on brain plasticity.
- Deidrea Laux
Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and television.
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, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 11 months old,
or 539 months and 12 days old,
or 2345 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16419 days old,
if you were born on May 12, 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 May 12, 1979?
There are 18 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, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 12, 1979.
May 12, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 12, 1979:
- Pietro Gallinotti
- Leonardantonio Sforza
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, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 12, 1979:
- 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, 1979:
- International Day of Plant Health [FAO]
Saints celebrated on May 12, 1979:
- Saint Epiphanius
- Saint Domitilla
- Saint Modoald
- Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
- Saint Joan of Portugal
May 12, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 12, 1979 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 12, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 12, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 12, 1979 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:
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- Blondie - Heart Of Glass
- Donna Summer - Hot Stuff
- Suzi Quatro - Stumblin' In
- Village People - In The Navy
May 12, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 12, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 12, 1979 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:
- Art Garfunkel - Bright Eyes
- M - Pop Muzik
- Blondie - Sunday Girl
- Boney M - Hooray Hooray It's A Holi-Holiday
- Roxy Music - Dance Away
May 12, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 12, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 12, 1979 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:
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- G.Q. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
- Raydio - You Can't Change That
- Foxy - Hot Number
- George Benson - Love Ballad
May 12, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 12, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Apocalypse Now
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Starring: Martin Sheen, Marlon Brando, Robert Duvall, Frederic Forrest
Country: United States of America
Quadrophenia
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Franc Roddam
Starring: Phil Daniels, Leslie Ash, Phil Davis, Mark Wingett
Country: United States of America
The Third Generation
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Starring: Eddie Constantine, Hanna Schygulla, Volker Spengler, Margit Carstensen
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
Beyond the Poseidon Adventure
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Irwin Allen
Starring: Michael Caine, Sally Field, Telly Savalas, Peter Boyle
May 12, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 12, 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:
Love Thy Neighbour in Australia
Release year: 1979
Directed by: William G. Stewart
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Worzel Gummidge
Release year: 1979
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
May 12, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 12, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Walk Across America
By: Peter Jenkins
Twenty-five year ago, a young disillusioned man began a journey across America. This is his book about the journey -- a classic account on the awakening of humanity.
Illusions
By: Richard Bach
A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …
American Caesar
By: William Manchester
Incredible, astonishing... A man with a paradox. Douglas MacArthur is one of five men to ever attain the rank General of the United States Army.
Chesapeake
By: James A. Michener
James A. Michener, a classic novelist, brings his epic legacy to bear on America's Eastern Shore's four-hundred year-old saga, from its Native American roots through the present.
Good As Gold
By: Joseph Heller
Bruce Gold, a Jewish, middle-aged professor of English literature, is on the verge of a great career in politics. It's not too soon as Gold longs for it.
May 12, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 12, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Sheriff
Sundance
Head On
The Datestones of Ryn
Alien Attack
Who was the US President on May 12, 1979?
On May 12, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1979?
On May 12, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 12, 1979?
On May 12, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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 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 May 1979?
May 1979 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.
