Wednesday October 13, 1976: on this day

October 13, 1976 was the 287th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 13, 1976 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 13, 1976, who was born and died on October 13, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 13, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Disco Duck (Part 1) by Rick Dees), movies (e.g. The Seven-Per-Cent Solution, directed by Herbert Ross), TV series (e.g. Stay Tuned) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 13th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 13, 1976?


October 13, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 287th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 13, 1976 can also be written as 10/13/1976 in the US and as 13/10/1976 in UK and Europe.

October 13, 1976 in October 1976 calendar

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October 13, 1976: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 13, 1976:

  • A bolivian boeing 707 cargo jet crashes in santa cruz, bolivia, killing 100 (97, mostly children, killed on the ground).
  • The united states commission on civil rights releases the report, ''puerto ricans in the continental united states: an uncertain future,'' that documents that puerto ricans in the united states have a poverty rate of 33 percent in 1974 (up from 29 percent in 1970), the highest of all major racial-ethnic groups in the country (not including puerto rico, a u.s. territory).
  • The first electron micrograph of an ebola virus is taken at the centers for disease control and prevention by dr. f. a. murphy.
  • A lloyd aéreo boliviano boeing 707 crashes after takeoff from el trompillo airport in santa cruz de la sierra, bolivia, killing 91.

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October 13, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 13th 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 13, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 13, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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October 13, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 13, 1976 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 13, 1976 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 13, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 66% full, rising at 09:52 pm and setting at 12:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 08, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Nov 06, 1976.

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Who was born on October 13, 1976?


Famous people born on October 13, 1976:

  • Jenniferann Doan

    Former professional ice hockey player known for her skill and leadership on the ice.

  • Jennifer Sky

    Jennifer sky is an american actress known for her role as cleopatra in the tv series cleopatra 2525.

  • Catalina Cruz

    Catalina Cruz is an American journalist known for her work in investigative reporting.

  • Kiele Sanchez

    Actress.

  • Edward Ellis

    Tackle (new england patriots).

  • Fabrizio Pelliccioni
  • Carl Robinson
  • Jevhen Aranovs'kyj
  • Juan Manuel Sara
  • Vanessa Chinitor
  • Fabricio Fuentes
  • Nawaf Shukralla
  • Tero Koskela

Whose famous birthday is on October 13th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 13th:

  • Sacha Baron Cohen
    Sacha Baron Cohen

    Sacha baron cohen is an english comedian known for his satirical and controversial characters such as ali g, borat, and bruno.

  • Margaret Thatcher
    Margaret Thatcher

    British politician who was the first female prime minister in the united kingdom.

  • Kelly Preston
    Kelly Preston

    Kelly preston was an american actress known for her roles in movies suchjson as jerry maguire and twins.

  • Kate Walsh
    Kate Walsh

    Kate walsh is an american actress best known for her role as dr.

  • Lenny Bruce
    Lenny Bruce

    American comedian who was known for his satirical and controversial topics.

  • Jerry Jones
    Jerry Jones

    American football player and owner of the dallas cowboys.

  • Pamela Tiffin
    Pamela Tiffin

    American actress.

  • Robert Walker
    Robert Walker

    American actor who made his film debut in 1943's "bataan", followed by "since you went away" and "thirty seconds over tokyo" 1944.

  • Philippe Torreton
    Philippe Torreton

    Philippe torreton is a french actor known for his roles in popular french films and theater productions.

  • John Lone
    John Lone

    Hong kong-american actor.

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October 13, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 47 years 6 months old,

or 570 months and 14 days old,

or 2480 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17363 days old,

if you were born on October 13, 1976.

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 13, 1976?

There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 13th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 13, 1976?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 13, 1976.

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October 13, 1976: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 13, 1976:

  • Massimo Poggi
  • Jerzy Strzałka
  • Heinrich Träg

What famous deaths happened on October 13th?

Famous deaths on October 13th:

  • Kishore Kumar
    Kishore Kumar

    Indian singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director (b. 1929).

  • Jean Peters
    Jean Peters

    American actress.

  • Gary Collins
    Gary Collins

    American television host and actor.

  • Bea Benaderet
    Bea Benaderet

    Bea Benaderet was a talented actress best known for her voice work in 'The Flintstones' and 'The Beverly Hillbillies'.

  • Barbara Kent
    Barbara Kent

    Canadian-born american actress (b. 1907).

  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving

    English actor and manager (b. 1838).

  • Nils Asther
    Nils Asther

    Actor (son of lassie, wild orchids), died at 84.

  • Donald Houston
    Donald Houston

    Actor (battle hell and study in terror), died at 67.

  • Hershey Chocolates

    Founder of the Hershey Chocolate Company, known for popularizing milk chocolate in the US.

  • Bhumibol Adulyadej

    Bhumibol Adulyadej was the King of Thailand and the longest-reigning monarch in Thai history.

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October 13, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 13, 1976:

  • RC Saints - translation (1163) of Saint Edward the Confessor; memorial of Saint Gerald of Aurillac
  • Roman festivals - Fontanalia: festival dedicated to Fontus
  • French Republican Calendar - POche (Peach) Day, twenty-second day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Also see October 13 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • John Peel Day - A day celebrating the life and influence of the late John Peel.

Observances on October 13, 1976:

  • International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
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October 13, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 13, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 11th and October 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 13, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 13, 1976 was Disco Duck (Part 1) by Rick Dees, according to the music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.

October 13, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 13, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Disco Duck (Part 1)
  2. - A Fifth Of Beethoven
  3. - Lowdown
  4. - If You Leave Me Now
  5. - Play That Funky Music

October 13, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 13, 1976 was Mississippi by Pussycat, according to the music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.

October 13, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 13, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Mississippi
  2. - Dancing Queen
  3. - When Forever Has Gone
  4. - Sailing
  5. - Can't Get By Without You

October 13, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 13, 1976 was Just To Be Close To You by Commodores, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.

October 13, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 13, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Just To Be Close To You
  2. - Give It Up (turn It Loose)
  3. - Message In Our Music
  4. - (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty
  5. - The Rubberband Man

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October 13, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 13, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Seven-Per-Cent Solution

The Seven-Per-Cent Solution

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Herbert Ross

Starring: Alan Arkin, Vanessa Redgrave, Robert Duvall, Nicol Williamson

Mado

Mado

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Claude Sautet

Starring: Michel Piccoli, Ottavia Piccolo, Jacques Dutronc, Charles Denner

Mandinga

Mandinga

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Mario Pinzauti

Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo

Country: Italy

The Inheritance

The Inheritance

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Mauro Bolognini

Starring: Anthony Quinn, Dominique Sanda, Fabio Testi, Gigi Proietti

God Told Me To

God Told Me To

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Larry Cohen

Starring: Tony Lo Bianco, Deborah Raffin, Sandy Dennis, Sylvia Sidney

October 13, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 13, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Stay Tuned

Stay Tuned

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Peter Hyams

Chorlton and the Wheelies

Chorlton and the Wheelies

Release year: 1976

Starring: Joe Lynch

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Gribouille

Gribouille

Release year: 1976

Ivan the Terrible

Ivan the Terrible

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Peter Moers

Bonjour Paris

Bonjour Paris

Release year: 1976

October 13, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 13, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Lonely Lady by Harold Robbins

The Lonely Lady

By:

"Harold Robbins, a master," --Playboy Robbins grabs the reader ..." --Publishers Weekly JeriLee Randall is a young schoolgirl who dreams of becoming an actress.

Roots by Alex Haley

Roots

By:

Roots, one of the most influential books and TV series, galvanized America and created a remarkable political, racial and cultural dialogue that had not been seen since the 1960s.

The Final Days by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

The Final Days

By:

The Final Days is a classic behind-the scenes account of Richard Nixon’s final months as President. Bernstein and Woodward play the taut post-Watergate White House of Nixon in a series of moments.

Fire And Ice by Andrew Tobias

Fire And Ice

By:

Hardcover: 282 Pages Publisher: William Morrow & Co. 7th edition edition (August 1976). Language: English

The Deep by Peter Benchley

The Deep

By:

A couple travels to Bermuda for their honeymoon. They dive off the coast to search for a sunken ship.

October 13, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 13, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Death Race

Death Race

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Vehicular combat

Publisher: Exidy

Heavyweight Champ

Heavyweight Champ

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports Fighting

Fonz

Fonz

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Motorbike racing game

Sprint 2

Sprint 2

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Kee Games

Night Driver

Night Driver

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Commodore 64, MSX

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

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Who was the US President on October 13, 1976?

On October 13, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 13, 1976?

On October 13, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 13, 1976?

On October 13, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 13th?

October 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th 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 13th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: an explosively rigged motorcycle is set on fire at an election rally in northeastern afghanistan. at least 14 people were killed, including civilians.
  • 2017 - Human rights in the philippines: a group representing civil society organizations in the philippines demanded that apple inc. delete from its app store all games it claimed violated the guidelines of the tech company and promoted violence and murders which are commonplace in the philippine drug war.
  • 2016 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present). the u.s. military launches tomahawk cruise missiles from the uss nitze in direct response to houthi-controlled radar stations in yemen. this follows two incidents in which missiles were fired at united states navy vessels in red sea. (reuters),

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history

What happened in 1976?

1976 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
  • NBC replaces the peacock logo
  • Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances

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What was the calendar for October 1976?

October 1976 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.

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