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February 16, 1970 was the 47th day of the year 1970, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is February 16, 1970 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 16, 1970, who was born and died on February 16, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) by Sly & the Family Stone), movies (e.g. Airport, directed by George Seaton, Henry Hathaway), TV series (e.g. Atakku No. 1) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 16, 1970?
- February 16, 1970: What happened on that day?
- February 16, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 16, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 16, 1970?
- February 16, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 16, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- February 16, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 16, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- February 16, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 16, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 16, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 16, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on February 16, 1970?
What day of the week was February 16, 1970?
February 16, 1970 was a Monday and it was the 47th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 16, 1970 can also be written as 2/16/1970 in the US and as 16/2/1970 in UK and Europe.
February 16, 1970: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 16, 1970:
- Joe frazier knocks out jimmy ellis in five rounds for undisputed heavyweight boxing crown.
February 16, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.
Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 16, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1970 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 16, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 16, 1970 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1970 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 February 16, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 12:57 pm and setting at 05:01 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 22, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Feb 21, 1970.
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Who was born on February 16, 1970?
Famous people born on February 16, 1970:
- Armand Van Helden
American DJ and music producer known for his work in electronic dance music.
- Cort McCown
Cort McCown is an actor who has appeared in various films and TV shows.
- Angelo Peruzzi
Italian footballer and manager.
- Serdar Ortac
Turkish popstar.
- Saskia Linssen
Venlo, holland -- playmate (19 jun 1991).
- Thomas Poulsen
- Maurizio Rossi
- Amos Rota
- Alicia Rio
- Peter Schlickenrieder
- Angelo Cipolloni
- Ichiko
- Jang Yoon-jeong
- Vladan Lukić
- Lorenzo Morón
- Tabitha Stevens
- Mark Atkinson
Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:
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The WeekndThe weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.
![Elizabeth Olsen]()
Elizabeth OlsenElizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.
![John McEnroe]()
John McEnroeGerman-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...
![Margaux Hemingway]()
Margaux HemingwayAmerican actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.
![Christopher Eccleston]()
Christopher EcclestonChristopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.
![Sonny Bono]()
Sonny BonoAmerican entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.
![Géraldine Nakache]()
Géraldine NakacheFrench actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.
![William Katt]()
William KattAmerican actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.
![Mahershala Ali]()
Mahershala AliAmerican actor.
![James Ingram]()
James IngramAmerican singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.
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February 16, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years 2 months old,
or 650 months and 4 days old,
or 2826 weeks and 5 days old,
or 19787 days old,
if you were born on February 16, 1970.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 February 16, 1970?
There are 302 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 16, 1970.
February 16, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 16, 1970:
- Peyton Rous
Peyton Rous was an American pathologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1966 for his discovery of tumor-inducing...
- Francis Peyton Rous
- Carl de Vogt
What famous deaths happened on February 16th?
Famous deaths on February 16th:
![Bruno Ganz]()
Bruno GanzSwiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.
![Lila Kedrova]()
Lila KedrovaRussian-born actress (born 1918).
![Marceline Day]()
Marceline DayAmerican actress who appeared in silent films.
![Vera Kholodnaya]()
Vera KholodnayaRussian film star (born 1893).
![Smiley Burnette]()
Smiley BurnetteSummum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).
![Elyse Knox]()
Elyse KnoxHartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").
![Len Lesser]()
Len LesserAmerican actor (born in 1922).
- Markes Shaw
Famous playwright and novelist.
- Yun Dong-ju
Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.
- Chien-Shiung Wu
Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
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February 16, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 16, 1970:
- Presidents' Day - This holiday honors all past and present U.S. presidents, with a particular focus on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
- Remembrance of Lambertus
- Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
- Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)
Saints celebrated on February 16, 1970:
- Saint Juliana
- Saint Lucilla
- Saint Jeremias
- Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
February 16, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 16, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 16th and February 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 16, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1970 was Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) by Sly & the Family Stone, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.
February 16, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Sly & the Family Stone - Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)
- Eddie Holman - Hey There Lonely Girl
- Simon and Garfunkel - Bridge Over Troubled Water
- The Jackson 5 - I Want You Back
- Creedence Clearwater Revival - Travelin' Band
February 16, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1970 was Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Grows) by Edison Lighthouse, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.
February 16, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Edison Lighthouse - Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Grows)
- Canned Heat - Let's Work Together
- Peter Paul & Mary - Leavin' On A Jet Plane
- Lee Marvin - Wand'rin' Star
- The Jackson Five - I Want You Back
February 16, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1970 was Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin/Everybody Is A Star by Sly & The Family Stone, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.
February 16, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 16, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Sly & The Family Stone - Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin/Everybody Is A Star
- The Temptations - Psychedelic Shack
- The Delfonics - Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time)
- Eddie Holman - Hey There Lonely Girl
- Brook Benton - Rainy Night In Georgia
February 16, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 16, 1970 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Airport
Release year: 1970
Directed by: George Seaton, Henry Hathaway
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, George Kennedy, Jean Seberg
Country: United States of America
Borsalino
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Jacques Deray
Starring: Alain Delon, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Arnoldo Foà, Laura Adani, Catherine Rouvel, Corinne Marchand, Françoise Christophe
Country: Italy
Loving
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Irvin Kershner
Starring: George Segal, Eva Marie Saint, Sterling Hayden, Keenan Wynn
Metello
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Mauro Bolognini
Starring: Renzo Montagnani, Gabriele Lavia, Lucia Bosè, Ottavia Piccolo, Massimo Ranieri, Mariano Rigillo, Pino Colizzi, Franco Balducci, Luigi Diberti, Tina Aumont, Frank Wolff, Steffen Zacharias
Country: Italy
La pacifista
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Miklós Jancsó
Starring: Monica Vitti, Gino Lavagetto, Francesco Carnelutti, Pierre Clémenti, Sergio Tramonti, Piero Faggioni, Daniel Pommereulle, Peter Pasetti
Country: Italy
February 16, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 16, 1970 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Atakku no. 1
Release year: 1969
Manhunt
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Greg Barker
Look, Stranger
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Arielle Javitch
February 16, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 16, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
In This House Of Brede
By: Rumer Godden
"A novel of sensitive dedication." --The Atlantic Monthly.Rumer Godden focuses precisely on the theme of religious life. . . as 'the heart and holiness of God'
The Peter Principle
By: Laurence J. Peter and Raymond Hull
"The Peter Principle has cosmic consequences ."--New York Times" In 1969, Lawrence J. Peter created an cultural phenomenon with his outrageous, funny, and all-too true treatise on life and business, The Peter
Puppet On A Chain
By: Alistair MacLean
The acclaimed master of suspense and action. The classic. Paul Sherman from Interpol's Narcotics Bureau flew to Amsterdam in search of a dope king.
Fire From Heaven
By: Mary Renault
"Written with her usual enthusiasm and imagination...Mary Renault is a great talent." -The New York Times Book ReviewAlexander was born with beauty, strength and determination. But his boyhood sharpened those talents.
Who was the US President on February 16, 1970?
On February 16, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1970?
On February 16, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 16, 1970?
On February 16, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 16th?
February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of February. 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 February 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
- 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
- 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),
What happened in 1970?
1970 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Epoch
- Afro-American Historical Calendar Series Established
- Netherlands Christian Workers Union (NCW) forms
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What was the calendar for February 1970?
February 1970 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
