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April 15, 1971 was the 105th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 15, 1971 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 15, 1971, who was born and died on April 15, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 15, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. Joy To The World by Three Dog Night), movies (e.g. Summer of '42, directed by Robert Mulligan), TV series (e.g. Wenn Der Vater Mit Dem Sohne) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 15th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 15, 1971?
- April 15, 1971: What happened on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 15, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 15, 1971?
- April 15, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 15, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- April 15, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 15, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 15, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 15, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on April 15, 1971?
What day of the week was April 15, 1971?
April 15, 1971 was a Thursday and it was the 105th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 15, 1971 can also be written as 4/15/1971 in the US and as 15/4/1971 in UK and Europe.
April 15, 1971: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 15, 1971:
- 70, girls, 70 opens at broadhurst theater nyc for 35 performances
- 43rd academy awards - patton, george c scott and glenda jackson win.
April 15, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 15th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 15, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 15, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 15, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 15, 1971 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 15, 1971 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 April 15, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 10:56 pm and setting at 08:40 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 10, 1971 while the next full moon would come on May 10, 1971.
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Who was born on April 15, 1971?
Famous people born on April 15, 1971:
- Josia Thugwane
South African long-distance runner who won the gold medal in the marathon at the 1996 Olympics.
- Trek Hollis
Current mayor of a major city, focused on urban development.
- Britt Daniel
Britt daniel is a musician best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the indie rock band spoon.
- Karl Turner
An english politician and lawyer.
- Philippe Carbonneau
French rugby player.
- Finidi George
Nigerian footballer.
- Jason Sehorn
Nfl safety cornerback (new york giants).
- Tim Tindale
Nfl running back (buffalo bills).
- Rich McKenzie
Nfl linebacker (cleveland browns).
- Craig Whelihan
Nfl quarterback (san diego chargers).
- Faith Salie
Journalist.
- Guivi Sissaouri
Tbilisi, georgia -- freestyle wrestler (1996 olympics - silver medalist).
- Katy Hill
British television presenter.
- Meelis Loit
Estonian fencer.
- Kate Harbour
English voice actress.
- Chung Ho Yin
- Georges Mouyémé
Whose famous birthday is on April 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 15th:
![Seth Rogen]()
Seth RogenSeth rogen is a canadian actor and writer known for his roles in comedy films such as 'superbad' and 'knocked up'.
![Emma Watson]()
Emma WatsonBritish actress.
![Maisie Williams]()
Maisie WilliamsMaisie williams is a british tv actress best known for her role as arya stark in the popular tv series game of thrones.
![Anita Hassanandani Reddy]()
Anita Hassanandani ReddyAnita hassanandani reddy is an indian actress known for her work in hindi, telugu, and tamil films and television shows.
![Claudia Cardinale]()
Claudia CardinaleInternationally recognized italian actress.
![Samantha Fox]()
Samantha FoxBritish singer, pin-up girl and star, who was ranked no.
![Emma Thompson]()
Emma ThompsonBritish actress.
![Cody Christian]()
Cody ChristianCody christian is a tv actor known for his roles in teen wolf and pretty little liars.
![Linda Perry]()
Linda PerryAmerican singer-songwriter and record producer.
![Jeffrey Archer]()
Jeffrey ArcherBritish politician and tycoon.
April 15, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 53 years and 3 days old,
or 636 months and 3 days old,
or 2766 weeks
or 19362 days old,
if you were born on April 15, 1971.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 April 15, 1971?
There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 15th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 15, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 15, 1971.
April 15, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 15, 1971:
- Friedebert Tuglas
Estonian critic and author (d. 1971).
- Gurgen Boryan
Armenian playwright and poet (born 1915).
- Miguel Matamoros
- William Heneage Ogilvie
- Aleksej Česlavovič Brodovič
- Dan Reeves
- Maggiorino Gramaglia
- Miguel Matamoros músico y compositor cubano . (n. 1894)
What famous deaths happened on April 15th?
Famous deaths on April 15th:
![Greta Garbo]()
Greta GarboSwedish-american actress, one the most famous and magical stars of the silverscreen.
![Ranjit Chowdhry]()
Ranjit ChowdhryIndian actor known for his work in Bollywood and Hollywood films.
![Jean Genet]()
Jean GenetFrench novelist, playwright, and poet.
![Clifton James]()
Clifton JamesSpokane, washington -- actor.
![Pedro Infante]()
Pedro InfanteMexican singer and actor.
![Jonathan Crombie]()
Jonathan CrombieCanadian-american screenwriter and actor (d. 2015).
![Richard Conte]()
Richard ConteActor (four just men jean arthur show), died at 65.
![Esther Minciotti]()
Esther MinciottiDies at 74.
![Wallace Beery]()
Wallace BeeryAmerican film actor.
- Abrham Lincoln
16th President of the United States who led the country during the American Civil War.
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April 15, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 15, 1971:
- Major League Baseball celebrates "Jackie Robinson Day" each April 15 in all MLB ballparks.
- In the United States, April 15 is the official deadline for filing tax returns: all forms mailed to the IRS must be postmarked no later than this day, so many post offices across the country stay open until midnight to accommodate procrastinators (or those who owe tax and want to wait as late as possible to pay). (If this day falls on the weekend, as in 2006, the following Monday becomes the deadline. Additionally in 2006, Patriot's Day moved the tax deadline to Tuesday, April 18, for those in
- Father Damien Day ? celebrated annually in Hawai'i.
- Arirang Festival is held in North Korea to commemorate Kim Il-sung's birth.
- Blessed Waltman of Antwerp
- Ancient Latvia ? Tipsa Diena was observed.
- Roman Empire ? the Fordicia was celebrated in honor of Terra.
Saints celebrated on April 15, 1971:
- Saint Paternus
- Saint Petrus Gonzalez
- Saint Hunna.
- Saint Basilissa
April 15, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 15, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 12th and April 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 15, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 15, 1971 was Joy To The World by Three Dog Night, according to the music chart for the week April 12th and April 18th.
April 15, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 15, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 12th and April 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Three Dog Night - Joy To The World
- Marvin Gaye - What's Going On
- The Temptations - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
- Tom Jones - She's A Lady
- Paul McCartney - Another Day
April 15, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 15, 1971 was Hot Love by T Rex, according to the music chart for the week April 12th and April 18th.
April 15, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 15, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 12th and April 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- T Rex - Hot Love
- Ray Stevens - Bridget The Midget (The Queen Of The Blues)
- Dave & Ansil Collins - Double Barrel
- Lynn Anderson - Rose Garden
- Clodagh Rodgers - Jack In The Box
April 15, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 15, 1971 was What's Going On by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 12th and April 18th.
April 15, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 15, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 12th and April 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Marvin Gaye - What's Going On
- The Temptations - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
- James Brown - Soul Power (Pt. 1)
- Jackson 5 - Never Can Say Goodbye
- Stevie Wonder - We Can Work It Out
April 15, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 15, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Summer of '42
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Robert Mulligan
Starring: Jennifer O'Neill, Gary Grimes, Jerry Houser, Oliver Conant
Country: United States of America
Black Killer
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Carlo Croccolo
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan
Country: Italy
Trafic
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Jacques Tati
Starring: Jacques Tati, Marcel Fraval, Honoré Bostel, François Maisongrosse
Don't Deliver Us from Evil
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Joël Séria
Starring: Jeanne Goupil, Catherine Wagener, Bernard Dhéran, Gérard Darrieu
Country: United States of America
Valdez Is Coming
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Edwin Sherin
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Susan Clark, Frank Silvera, Jon Cypher
April 15, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 15, 1971 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Wenn der Vater mit dem Sohne
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Hans Quest
The Ten Commandments
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Cecil B. DeMille
Primus
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Moshcam
April 15, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 15, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Listening To America
By: Bill Moyers
This book shows a snapshot of America in 1970. It includes a series written portraits of people from all walks, including doctors, street people, and the unemployed.
The Passions Of The Mind
By: Irving Stone
A compelling portrait of the Viennese neurologer, which focuses on his intense, agonized research years that led to the discovery of psychoanalysis.
Summer Of '42
By: Herman Raucher
"SUMMER OF '42" is a sweet and tender novel...The end result is high hilarity. Raucher is a comic-artist that is able convey the joys and fears...of
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
By: Dee Brown
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee was immediately recognized as an important and controversial book. Its first publication in 1971.
April 15, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 15, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Trek
Galaxy Game
Computer Space
The Oregon Trail
Who was the US President on April 15, 1971?
On April 15, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 15, 1971?
On April 15, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 15, 1971?
On April 15, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 15th?
April 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of April. 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 April 15th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 pulitzer prize: annapolis daily newspaper the capital was awarded a pulitzer prize in recognition of its coverage of the mass shooting at its offices on june 28, 2018. five of its employees were killed.
- 2018 - Poisoning yulia and sergei skripal: the uk leader of opposition jeremy corbyn asks for "incontrovertible evidence" to prove russia's guilt. boris johnson, foreign secretary, responds that it is "quite exceptional" to question russian involvement.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, 2017 aleppo suicide car bombing: a bomb explodes on a bus carrying refugees from pro-government villages al-fu'ah (and kafriya) near aleppo. more than 100 people are injured. (bbc),
What happened in 1971?
1971 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
- UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
- Swiss men accept female suffrage
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What was the calendar for April 1971?
April 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
