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April 17, 1970 was the 107th day of the year 1970, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 17, 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 April 17, 1970, who was born and died on April 17, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. Let It Be by The Beatles), movies (e.g. Borsalino, directed by Jacques Deray), TV series (e.g. For The Love Of Ada) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 17, 1970?
- April 17, 1970: What happened on that day?
- April 17, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 17, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 17, 1970?
- April 17, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 17, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- April 17, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 17, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- April 17, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 17, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 17, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 17, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on April 17, 1970?
What day of the week was April 17, 1970?
April 17, 1970 was a Friday and it was the 107th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 17, 1970 can also be written as 4/17/1970 in the US and as 17/4/1970 in UK and Europe.
April 17, 1970: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 17, 1970:
- Apollo 13 limps back safely, beech-built oxygen tank no help
- Apollo program: the ill-fated apollo 13 spacecraft returns to earth safely.
April 17, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th 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 17, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 17, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 17, 1970 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 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 April 17, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 02:47 pm and setting at 03:43 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 23, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Apr 21, 1970.
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Who was born on April 17, 1970?
Famous people born on April 17, 1970:
- Anuja Chauhan
Indian author known for her bestselling novels like 'The Zoya Factor'.
- Redman (rapper)
Redman is a rapper known for his energetic and humorous style, as well as his collaborations with method man.
- Tami Roman
Reality star.
- Reggie Noble
American journalist and hip hop artist.
- Redman
American rapper, producer, and actor.
- Roberto Sosa
Mexican actor for television, film and theater.
- Tony Sacca
Wlaf quarterback (barcelona dragons).
- Tim Fish
Artist.
- Pascale Arbillot
- Tamara Beckwith
- Mikiko Hagiwara
- Mike Hansen
- Slim Jedidi
- Flavio Nani
- Adam Rom
- Terry Schiavo
- Staffan Tällberg
Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:
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Victoria BeckhamPosh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.
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Sean BeanSean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.
![Roddy Piper]()
Roddy PiperRoddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.
![William Holden]()
William HoldenWilliam holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.
![Jennifer Garner]()
Jennifer GarnerAmerican actress and film producer.
![Olivia Hussey]()
Olivia HusseyArgentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.
![Rooney Mara]()
Rooney MaraRooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.
![James Last]()
James LastGerman musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.
![Adam McKay]()
Adam McKayAdam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.
![Nicholas D'Agosto]()
Nicholas D'AgostoAmerican film and television actor.
April 17, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years and 3 days old,
or 648 months and 3 days old,
or 2818 weeks and 1 day old,
or 19727 days old,
if you were born on April 17, 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 April 17, 1970?
There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 17th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 17, 1970.
April 17, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 17, 1970:
- Shakeel Badayuni
Shakeel Badayuni was a renowned Indian lyricist who wrote songs for numerous Bollywood films in the 1950s and 1960s.
- Sergei U S Aleksi
At 92, the russian-orthodox church's patriarch dies.
- Alessio I
- Domenico Gnoli
- Milton Kibbee
- Henri Massis
What famous deaths happened on April 17th?
Famous deaths on April 17th:
![Deanna Durbin]()
Deanna DurbinAmerican actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.
![Kitty Carlisle]()
Kitty CarlisleAmerican actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).
![Doris Roberts]()
Doris RobertsAmerican actress (b. 1925).
![Michael Sarrazin]()
Michael SarrazinMichael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.
![Eva Novak]()
Eva NovakActress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.
- Benjerman Franklin
Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.
- Axiel Márquez
Axiel Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter and journalist, known for his novels such as One Hundred Years of...
- Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels and short stories,...
- Jesua Garcia
Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.
- Biju Patnaik
Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...
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April 17, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 17, 1970:
- Pope Anicetus (died 166)
- Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)
Saints celebrated on April 17, 1970:
- Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
- Saint Landricus
- Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
April 17, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 17, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 13th and April 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 17, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1970 was Let It Be by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Beatles - Let It Be
- The Jackson 5 - ABC
- Norman Greenbaum - Spirit In The Sky
- John Ono Lennon - Instant Karma (We All Shine On)
- Edison Lighthouse - Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)
April 17, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1970 was Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Simon & Garfunkel - Bridge Over Troubled Water
- Dana - All Kinds Of Everything
- Norman Greenbaum - Spirit In The Sky
- Andy Williams - Can't Help Falling In Love
- Mary Hopkin - Knock Knock Who's There
April 17, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1970 was ABC by Jackson 5, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 17, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackson 5 - ABC
- Tyrone Davis - Turn Back The Hands Of Time
- Aretha Franklin - Call Me
- Little Sister - You're The One-Part II
- The Supremes - Up The Ladder To The Roof
April 17, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 17, 1970 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Sachaa Jhutha
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Manmohan Desai
Starring: Rajesh Khanna, Mumtaz, Vinod Khanna, Faryal
Hi, Mom!
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: Robert De Niro, Allen Garfield, Lara Parker, Charles Durning
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
In the Folds of the Flesh
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Sergio Bergonzelli
Starring: Eleonora Rossi Drago, Pier Angeli, Fernando Sancho, Alfredo Mayo
April 17, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 17, 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:
For the Love of Ada
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Ronnie Baxter
Norman
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Jonathan Segal
Fantom operety
Release year: 1970
April 17, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 17, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Mr. Sammlers Planet
By: Saul Bellow
"An enduring testament, prophecy." -Chicago Sun-Times Artur Sammler is an Holocaust survivor, intellectual and occasional lecturer at Columbia University, 1960s New York City. He is a "registrarof madness," a fine example of a "registrar" who has a sophisticated understanding of …
A Beggar In Jerusalem
By: Elie Wiesel
Elie Wiesel ran to Israel when the Six-Day War started. "I went to Jerusalem to get somewhere. I had to leave the past and bring it back.
Love & Will
By: Rollo May
"An exceptional book about sex and civilisation A significant contribution to contemporary morality. Rollo May argues that the heart of man's problem is his inability to grasp the true meaning of love, will, their source, and interrelation.
I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings
By: Maya Angelou
This book is as joyful and painful as it is mysterious and unforgettable as childhood. I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings captures loneliness and the brutal insult of children.
Who was the US President on April 17, 1970?
On April 17, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1970?
On April 17, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 17, 1970?
On April 17, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 17th?
April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
- 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.
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 April 1970?
April 1970 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.
