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February 16, 1972 was the 47th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is February 16, 1972 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, 1972, who was born and died on February 16, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Without You by Nilsson), movies (e.g. Piya Ka Ghar, directed by Basu Chatterjee), TV series (e.g. Tightrope) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 16, 1972?
- February 16, 1972: What happened on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 16, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 16, 1972?
- February 16, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 16, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- February 16, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 16, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 16, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on February 16, 1972?
What day of the week was February 16, 1972?
February 16, 1972 was a Wednesday and it was the 47th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 16, 1972 can also be written as 2/16/1972 in the US and as 16/2/1972 in UK and Europe.
February 16, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 16, 1972:
- Wilt chamberlain hit 30,000 point mark during a game with phoenix suns
- German mass murderers "three of breda" freed.
February 16, 1972: 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, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 16, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 16, 1972 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1972 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, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 07:27 am and setting at 09:04 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jan 30, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Feb 29, 1972.
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Who was born on February 16, 1972?
Famous people born on February 16, 1972:
![Sarah Clarke]()
Sarah ClarkeAmerican actress.
- Jarome Bettis
Jarome Bettis is a former American professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons.
- Bo Bennett
Entrepreneur and author of self-help and motivational books.
- Naomi Nishida
Japanese actress.
- Zoran Čampara
Bosnian football player.
- Darrell Trindall
Australian rugby league player.
- Vicki Butler-Henderson
- Dirk Dier
- Okary Lenderborg
- Steven Molaro
- Sabina Panzanini
- Grit Breuer
- Mychajlo Podoljak
- Orlando Prado
- David Rouzer
Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:
![The Weeknd]()
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, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 2 months old,
or 626 months and 7 days old,
or 2722 weeks and 6 days old,
or 19060 days old,
if you were born on February 16, 1972.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, 1972?
There are 299 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, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 16, 1972.
February 16, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 16, 1972:
- Dulcie Deamer
Dulcie Deamer was an Australian athlete known for her achievements in swimming and diving.
- Karl Beck
- Oreste Ferrara
- Amleto Lacerenza
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, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 16, 1972:
- Remembrance of Lambertus
- Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
- Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)
Saints celebrated on February 16, 1972:
- Saint Juliana
- Saint Lucilla
- Saint Jeremias
- Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
February 16, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 16, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 14th and February 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 16, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1972 was Without You by Nilsson, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 16, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nilsson - Without You
- Al Green - Let's Stay Together
- Carpenters - Hurting Each Other
- Climax - Precious And Few
- Three Dog Night - Never Been To Spain
February 16, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1972 was Son Of My Father by Chicory Tip, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 16, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chicory Tip - Son Of My Father
- T Rex - Telegram Sam
- The Chi-Lites - Have You Seen Her
- Don McLean - American Pie
- Neil Reid - Mother Of Mine
February 16, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1972 was Let's Stay Together by Al Green, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 16, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 16, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Al Green - Let's Stay Together
- Wilson Pickett - Fire And Water
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Make Me The Woman That You Go Home To
- Jerry Butler & Brenda Lee Eager - Ain't Understanding Mellow
- Bobby Womack & Peace - That's The Way I Feel About Cha
February 16, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 16, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Piya Ka Ghar
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Basu Chatterjee
Starring: Anil Dhawan, Jaya Bhaduri, Asrani, Agha
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Cabaret
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bob Fosse
Starring: Liza Minnelli, Michael York, Helmut Griem, Joel Grey
Country: United States of America
The Seduction of Mimi
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Lina Wertmüller
Starring: Giancarlo Giannini, Mariangela Melato, Turi Ferro, Agostina Belli
Cabaret
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bob Fosse
February 16, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 16, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Tightrope
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Richard Tuggle
The Hilarious House of Frightenstein
Release year: 1971
Starring: Billy Van, Julius Sumner Miller, Vincent Price, Fishka Rais
Country: Canada
February 16, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 16, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Message From Malaga
By: Helen MacInnes
"The delay in Malaga's delivery of the message could have been catastrophic. It was an irreparable loss, an agent had died. "Under
The Day Of The Jackal
By: Frederick Forsyth
THE CLASSIC THRILLER FROM #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR FREDERICK FOSTER"The Day of the Jackal makes comparable books like The Manchurian Candidate or The Spy Who Came in From the Cold look like Hardy Boy mysteries The
Eleanor And Franklin
By: Joseph P. Lash
#1 New York Times Bestseller--Winners of the Pulitzer Prize & National Book AwardIn Joseph P.'s extraordinary biography about the most important political couple of the 20th century, Joseph P.
Beyond Freedom And Dignity
By: B. F. Skinner
This profound and controversial book, a landmark in 20th-century thought, was originally published in 1971 by B. F. Skinner. It is a definitive statement on humankind and society.
The Naive And Sentimental Lover
By: John Le Carré
A LOVE STORY THAT TURNS PAGES FROM THE GRANDMASTER of SPY THRILLERS Aldo is a sentimental and naive lover. He is a successful and judicious man who is thrown from the orderly certainty of his life when he meets Shamus, …
February 16, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 16, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on February 16, 1972?
On February 16, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1972?
On February 16, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 16, 1972?
On February 16, 1972 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 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for February 1972?
February 1972 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.
