Thursday February 16, 1978: on this day

February 16, 1978 was the 47th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 16, 1978 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, 1978, who was born and died on February 16, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Ecce bombo, directed by Nanni Moretti), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 1978?


February 16, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 47th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1978 can also be written as 2/16/1978 in the US and as 16/2/1978 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 1978:

  • The first computer bulletin board system is created (cbbs in chicago, illinois).

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February 16, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Horse personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 16, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1978 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1978 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, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 12:12 pm and setting at 02:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1978.

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Who was born on February 16, 1978?


Famous people born on February 16, 1978:

  • John Tartaglia
    John Tartaglia

    American actor, singer, and puppeteer.

  • Wasim Jaffer

    A former Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Mumbai and Vidarbha, and international cricket for the Indian national team.

  • Tia Hellebaut

    Belgian athlete.

  • Eric Ladin

    Eric ladin is an american actor known for his roles in tv series such as 'the killing' and 'mad men'.

  • Enza Sambataro

    American businesswoman, who became ben afflecks's girlfriend after he ended his relationship with jennifer lopez.

  • Caroline Hunt in Chicago

    Illinois: rhythmic gymnast (us team-1996).

  • Lyubov Tolkalina
  • Philipp Plein
  • Stefano Mercuri
  • Samar Nassar
  • Aikaterini Oikonomopoulou
  • Diego Pozo
  • Alberto Rivera Pizarro
  • Tomas Tobé
  • Ekaterina Volkova
  • Albert Duro
  • Nicolas Florentin
  • Vala Flosadóttir

Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The 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 Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

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February 16, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 1 month old,

or 553 months and 12 days old,

or 2406 weeks

or 16842 days old,

if you were born on February 16, 1978.

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, 1978?

There are 325 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, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 16, 1978.

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February 16, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1978:

  • E Roland Harriman

    American financier (born 1895).

  • Edward Lindberg
  • Jerry Vayda

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American 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.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th

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February 16, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 1978:

  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 1978:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 13th and February 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 16, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 16, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stayin' Alive
  2. - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
  3. - Just The Way You Are
  4. - We Are The Champions
  5. - Sometimes When We Touch

February 16, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 16, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Take A Chance On Me
  2. - Figaro
  3. - If I Had Words
  4. - Come Back My Love
  5. - Uptown Top Ranking

February 16, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1978 was Too Hot Ta Trot by Commodores, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 16, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 16, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Too Hot Ta Trot
  2. - Always And Forever
  3. - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
  4. - It's You That I Need
  5. - Our Love

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February 16, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ecce bombo

Ecce bombo

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Nanni Moretti

Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci

Country: Italy

Bye Bye Monkey

Bye Bye Monkey

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Marco Ferreri

Starring: Gérard Depardieu, Marcello Mastroianni, James Coco, Geraldine Fitzgerald

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

Coming Home

Coming Home

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Hal Ashby

Starring: Jane Fonda, Jon Voight, Bruce Dern, Penelope Milford

Country: United States of America

Nero veneziano

Nero veneziano

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Ugo Liberatore

Starring: Renato Cestiè, Rena Niehaus, Yorgo Voyagis, Fabio Gamma

Country: Italy

February 16, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 16, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small

Release year: 1978

Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Newcomers

The Newcomers

Release year: 1977

Directed by: James Allen Bradley

The Professionals

The Professionals

Release year: 1977

Written by:

Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

February 16, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 16, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Kg 200 by J.D. Gilman and John Clive

Kg 200

By:

KG 200: A Luftwaffe squadron who spoke perfect English. We would all speak perfect German if they had succeeded. Inspiration from actual historical events

Looking Out For Number One by Robert Ringer

Looking Out For Number One

By:

Robert Ringer, the bestselling author, guides you on the most rewarding and exciting journey of your entire life.

Essays Of E.B. White by E.B. White

Essays Of E.B. White

By:

This classic collection is by one of the most important essayists of all time.

Beggarman, Thief by Irwin Shaw

Beggarman, Thief

By:

Wesley is haunted by the murder of his father and begins a strange, deeply personal quest. He falls in love with Gretchen, who finds new challenges and opportunities.

Coming Into The Country by John McPhee

Coming Into The Country

By:

The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:

February 16, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 16, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Adventureland

Adventureland

Platform: TRS-80, Apple II series, Atari 8-bit, TI-99/4A, Commodore PET, Commodore 64, IBM-PC, Commodore VIC-20, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Dragon 32/64, Exidy Sorcerer

Genre: Interactive Fiction

Publisher: Adventure International

Phasor Zap

Phasor Zap

Platform: Apple II

Publisher: The Elektrik Keyboard

Tournament Table

Tournament Table

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari

Sargon

Sargon

Genre: Chess

Slot Racers

Slot Racers

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action, Maze

Publisher: Atari

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Who was the US President on February 16, 1978?

On February 16, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1978?

On February 16, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 1978?

On February 16, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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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),

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What happened in 1978?

1978 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
  • Funeral of Pope Paul VI
  • Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar

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What was the calendar for February 1978?

February 1978 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.

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