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August 15, 1977 was the 227th day of the year 1977, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 15, 1977 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 15, 1977, who was born and died on August 15, 1977, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 1977, which were the most popular songs (ex. Best Of My Love by The Emotions), movies (e.g. Hum Kisise Kum Naheen, directed by Nasir Hussain), TV series (e.g. Be My Guest) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 1977 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 15, 1977?
- August 15, 1977: What happened on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 15, 1977: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 15, 1977?
- August 15, 1977: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What famous people died on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 15, 1977: Number 1 song on that day
- August 15, 1977: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 15, 1977: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 15, 1977?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1977?
- Who was the Pope on August 15, 1977?
What day of the week was August 15, 1977?
August 15, 1977 was a Monday and it was the 227th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 15, 1977 can also be written as 8/15/1977 in the US and as 15/8/1977 in UK and Europe.
August 15, 1977: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 15, 1977:
- Ss chief kappler escapes from prison hospital in rome
- The big ear, a radio telescope operated by ohio state university as part of the seti project, receives a radio signal from deep space; the event is named the ''wow! signal'' from the notation made by a volunteer on the project.
August 15, 1977: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 15, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 15th, 1977 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 15, 1977: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 15, 1977 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 1977 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 August 15, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 06:52 am and setting at 08:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 30, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Aug 28, 1977.
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Who was born on August 15, 1977?
Famous people born on August 15, 1977:
- Dauna Torres
Dauna Torres is a former American swimmer who won 12 Olympic medals, including 5 gold medals.
- Abbigail Washburn
Abbigail Washburn is an American singer-songwriter and clawhammer banjo player who has blended American folk music with Chinese influences.
- Igor Cassina
Italian gymnast.
- Nicole Paggi
American actress.
- Sharren Haskel
Sharren Haskel is an Israeli politician who has served as a member of the Knesset for the Likud party since 2015.
- Quinton Aaron
Known for his role in the movie 'The Blind Side'.
- Martin Biron
Canadian ice hockey goaltender.
- Anthony Rocca
Australian coach and footballer.
- Ed Ackerman
- Tokia Russell
- Radoslav Batak
- Zsolt Nemcsik
- Kristaps Purnis
- Manuel Valencia
- Humphrey Rudge
Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:
![Jennifer Lawrence]()
Jennifer LawrenceAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.
![Ben Affleck]()
Ben AffleckAmerican actor.
![Debra Messing]()
Debra MessingDebra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.
![Anthony Anderson]()
Anthony AndersonAnthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.
![Nino Ferrer]()
Nino FerrerPop music songwriter and singer from italy.
![Julia Child]()
Julia ChildAmerican chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.
![Stieg Larsson]()
Stieg LarssonSwedish journalist and writer.
![Mike Connors]()
Mike ConnorsTouch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.
![Zeljko Ivanek]()
Zeljko IvanekLujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).
![Wendy Hiller]()
Wendy HillerEngland, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).
August 15, 1977: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 8 months old,
or 560 months and 1 day old,
or 2435 weeks and 1 day old,
or 17046 days old,
if you were born on August 15, 1977.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 August 15, 1977?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1977?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 15, 1977.
August 15, 1977: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 15, 1977:
- Flavio Cavalcanti
Brazilian painter known for his modernist works.
- Raymond A. Palmer
- Cliff Wells
- Luigi Pavanati
- Gilles Pellerin
What famous deaths happened on August 15th?
Famous deaths on August 15th:
![Jan Kiepura]()
Jan KiepuraSosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").
![August Schellenberg]()
August SchellenbergCanadian-american actor (d. 2013.
![Paul Lukas]()
Paul LukasActor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.
- Lavante Dubois
Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
- Mckenleigh Avery
Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.
- Lancer Sharma
Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
- Jyron Fitzgerald
Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.
- Elfida Vargas
Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.
- Rahi Masoom Reza
Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.
- Severus Levy
Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 15th
August 15, 1977: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 15, 1977:
- Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
- Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
- Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
- RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
- Acadie ? National Day
- Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
- India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
- Korea ? Liberation Day
- Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
- Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
August 15, 1977: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 15, 1977 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 15th and August 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 15, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1977 was Best Of My Love by The Emotions, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1977: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Emotions - Best Of My Love
- Andy Gibb - I Just Want To Be Your Everything
- Rita Coolidge - (Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher And Higher
- Peter Frampton - I'm In You
- Commodores - Easy
August 15, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1977 was Angelo by Brotherhood Of Man, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1977: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brotherhood Of Man - Angelo
- Donna Summer - I Feel Love
- The Floaters - Float On
- Showaddywaddy - You Got What It Takes
- Boney M - Ma Baker
August 15, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1977 was Float On by The Floaters, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 15, 1977: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 15, 1977 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Floaters - Float On
- The Brothers Johnson - Strawberry Letter 23
- C.J. & Company - Devil's Gun
- The Emotions - Best Of My Love
- War - L.a. Sunshine
August 15, 1977: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 15, 1977 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Hum Kisise Kum Naheen
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Nasir Hussain
Starring: Rishi Kapoor, Tariq, Kaajal Kiran, Amjad Khan
San De huo shang yu Chong Mi Liu
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung
Starring: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, Sing Chen, James Tien, Hark-On Fung
Casotto
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Sergio Citti
Starring: Jodie Foster, Michele Placido, Mariangela Melato, Catherine Deneuve, Ugo Tognazzi, Ninetto Davoli, Paolo Stoppa, Carlo Croccolo, Massimo Bonetti, Franco Citti, Gigi Proietti, Anna Melato
Country: Italy
Charleston
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Marcello Fondato
Starring: Bud Spencer, Lucretia Love, Herbert Lom, Dino Emanuelli, Jack La Cayenne, Renzo Marignano, Claudio Ruffini, James Coco, Ronald Lacey
Country: Italy
California
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Miguel Bosé, Giuliano Gemma, Malisa Longo, Enzo Fiermonte, Andrea Aureli, Raimund Harmstorf, William Berger, Franco Fantasia, Mario Novelli, Franco Ressel, Dana Ghia, Chris Avram
Country: Italy
August 15, 1977: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 15, 1977 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Be My Guest
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Lance Comfort
The House That Jack Built
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Henry Barrial
Cottage to Let
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Sinister Cinema
August 15, 1977: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 15, 1977 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Grass Is Always Greener Over The Septic Tank
By: Erma Bombeck
"She is a wonderful comedian, straight as a hypodermic and a virtuoso of the field suburban living Lovely stuff. "VOGUEIt is the expose to end all exposures--the truth about suburbia: where they planted trees
The Thorn Birds
By: Colleen McCullough
"Beautiful....Compelling entertainment."--New York Times"A heart-rending epic...truly marvelous."--Chicago TribuneOne of the most beloved novels of all time, The Thorn Birds, Colleen McCullough's sweeping family saga of dreams, titanic struggles, dark passions, and forbidden love in the Australian Outback, returns to enthrall …
Looking Out For Number One
By: Robert Ringer
Robert Ringer, the bestselling author, guides you on the most rewarding and exciting journey of your entire life.
The Dragons Of Eden
By: Carl Sagan
Dr. Carl Sagan leads us on an amazing reading adventure. He shares his fascinating and startling insights into the brains of man and beast, how intelligence evolved, and the functions of the human brain.
Falconer
By: John Cheever
Falconer's story is stunning and powerful. It tells the story about Farragut, his crime, punishment and struggle to be a man in an universe that wants him dead.
August 15, 1977: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 15, 1977 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Surround
Depthcharge
Video Olympics
Boot Hill
Circus
Who was the US President on August 15, 1977?
On August 15, 1977 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1977?
On August 15, 1977 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 15, 1977?
On August 15, 1977 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 15th?
August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of August. 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 August 15th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
- 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
- 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.
What happened in 1977?
1977 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 8th (final) part of Roots is most-watched TV entertainment show to date.
- Edward W Stack replaces Paul Kerr President of Hall of Fame
- CB Savage by Rod Hart peaks at #67
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What was the calendar for August 1977?
August 1977 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
