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October 12, 1979 was the 285th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.
Is October 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 October 12, 1979, who was born and died on October 12, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 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 12th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 12, 1979?
- October 12, 1979: What happened on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 12, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 12, 1979?
- October 12, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 12, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- October 12, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 12, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 12, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on October 12, 1979?
What day of the week was October 12, 1979?
October 12, 1979 was a Friday and it was the 285th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 12, 1979 can also be written as 10/12/1979 in the US and as 12/10/1979 in UK and Europe.
October 12, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 12, 1979:
- Pressure in nucleus of tropical cyclone at guam hits record 870 hpa
- The lowest recorded non-tornadic atmospheric pressure, 87.0 kpa (870 mbar or 25.69 inhg), occurred in the western pacific during typhoon tip.
- The hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy, the first of five books in the hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy comedy science fiction series by douglas adams is published.
- Typhoon tip becomes the largest and most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded.
October 12, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th 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 12, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 12, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 12, 1979 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 12, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 11:07 pm and setting at 02:34 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 12, 1979?
Famous people born on October 12, 1979:
![Doona Bae]()
Doona BaeDoona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.
- Humberto Ortiz
American child actor, dyana ortelli's son, has been acting in commercials and films since age 1. he is independent and outgoing, and also a...
- Charlie Ward
Charlie Ward is a former professional MMA fighter known for his successful career in the sport.
- Jordan Pundik
American singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Steven Agnew
Northern irish politician.
- Steve Borthwick
English rugby player.
- Bae Doona
Actress.
- Rie Tomosaka
Japanese singer and actress.
- Philipp Schoch
- Imad Chhadeh
- Sergio Ghisalberti
- Florian Kostner
- Deepak Mondal
- Chris Rupp
- Brad Hogan
- Tomoyoshi Tsurumi
- Meriem Adjmi
- Renato Sulić
Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:
![Hugh Jackman]()
Hugh JackmanAustralian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.
![Young Jeezy]()
Young JeezyYoung jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...
![Josh Hutcherson]()
Josh HutchersonJosh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.
![Brigitte Lahaie]()
Brigitte LahaieFrench radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.
![Akshara Haasan]()
Akshara HaasanIndian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.
![Luciano Pavarotti]()
Luciano PavarottiHe is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.
![Tyler Blackburn]()
Tyler BlackburnTyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.
![Kirk Cameron]()
Kirk CameronAmerican actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.
![Susan Anton]()
Susan AntonAmerican actress, singer and dancer.
![Deborah Foreman]()
Deborah ForemanAmerican actress and photographer.
October 12, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 6 months old,
or 534 months and 7 days old,
or 2323 weeks
or 16261 days old,
if you were born on October 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 October 12, 1979?
There are 176 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 12, 1979.
October 12, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 12, 1979:
- Katharine Burr Blodgett
Katharine Burr Blodgett was an American physicist who invented non-reflective glass, which is used in camera lenses, eyeglasses, and other...
- Clarabelle Lansing
American politician who served as the first female governor of Michigan.
- Bitti Bergamo
- Mauro Carella
- Giovanni Acci
- Celia Lovsky
- Waloddi Weibull
What famous deaths happened on October 12th?
Famous deaths on October 12th:
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Sonja Henie]()
Sonja HenieThe norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.
![Joan Leslie]()
Joan LeslieAmerican actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).
![Sheila Florance]()
Sheila FloranceAustralian actress in television and film (born 1916).
![Leon Ames]()
Leon AmesActor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.
![Conchata Ferrell]()
Conchata FerrellAmerican actress (d. 2020).
![Nat Pendleton]()
Nat PendletonOlympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.
![Doris Davenport]()
Doris DavenportActress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.
![Aline MacMahon]()
Aline MacMahonUs actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.
![Johnny Olson]()
Johnny OlsonAmerican game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 12th
October 12, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 12, 1979:
- El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
- French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
- Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
- Malawi - Mother's Day
- Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
- Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
- St. Fiace
- Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
October 12, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 12, 1979 was Video Killed The Radio Star by The Buggles, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.
October 12, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 12, 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 12, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 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:
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 12, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 12, 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.
The Matarese Circle
By: Robert Ludlum
The Matarese are an international group of criminals that will in no time take over the world. Two rival spies are able to stop them: Talaniekov and Scofield, CIA.
Jailbird
By: Kurt Vonnegut
Jailbird is a comic and funny Vonnegut world that reveals high crimes and misdemeanors within government and in the heart. The humorous tale of Walter F. follows the bumbling bureaucrat.
The Powers That Be
By: David Halberstam
David Halberstam's powerful account of "The Powers That Be", which is brimming with the conflicts, personalities, and ambitions that changed the media from something that just followed the news to something that created it, is riveting.
October 12, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 12, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Adventure
Star Fire
Star Trek: Phaser Strike
Temple of Apshai
Bomb Bee
Who was the US President on October 12, 1979?
On October 12, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1979?
On October 12, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 12, 1979?
On October 12, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 12th?
October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
- 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.
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.
