Saturday June 17, 1978: on this day
June 17, 1978 was the 168th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is June 17, 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 June 17, 1978, who was born and died on June 17, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 17, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb), movies (e.g. Ecce bombo, directed by Nanni Moretti), TV series (e.g. Heiter Bis Wolkig) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 17th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 17, 1978?
- June 17, 1978: What happened on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 17, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 17, 1978?
- June 17, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 17, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- June 17, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 17, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 17, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on June 17, 1978?
What day of the week was June 17, 1978?
June 17, 1978 was a Saturday and it was the 168th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 17, 1978 can also be written as 6/17/1978 in the US and as 17/6/1978 in UK and Europe.
June 17, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 17, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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June 17, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 17, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 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 June 17, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 04:52 pm and setting at 03:38 am.
The previous full moon was on May 22, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1978.
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Get your map!Who was born on June 17, 1978?
Famous people born on June 17, 1978:
- Channin Liu
Contributed significantly to quantum mechanics.
- Meshawn Diaz
Known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Benicia Nguyen
Pioneering research in quantum mechanics.
- Iyania Wang
Known for her contributions to quantum mechanics and particle physics.
- Rayvn Nguyen
Contributed to the development of quantum computing.
- Kaian Lee
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist specializing in environmental reporting.
- Arelie Dufour
Contributed significantly to the field of quantum mechanics.
- Nozomi Kasuga
Popular J-pop singer and member of the girl group AKB48.
- Seraya Bouazizi
Prominent figure in Tunisian politics.
- Taichi Nakamura
Astrophysicist specializing in black hole research and cosmology.
- Raji Patel
Known for blending traditional and modern music styles.
- Bassy Okonkwo
Respected astronomer specializing in planetary science.
- Leeon Kim
Notable for advancements in materials science.
- Isabelle Delobel
French skater olivier schoenfelder won the gold medal at 2008 world championship and the gold at 2007 european championship.
- Kumiko Aso
Japanese actress.
- Leviticus Diaz
Astronomer known for discoveries in exoplanet research.
- Addy Brennan
Experienced editor overseeing a renowned news publication.
- Aline Hernandez
Astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets.
- Myles McCaulskey
Co-founder of a leading tech startup in the cybersecurity industry.
- Iven Moss
Veteran journalist with a career spanning over two decades, specializing in political commentary.
Whose famous birthday is on June 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 17th:
- Newt Gingrich
American politician who rose to prominence in 1994 as the first gop speaker in 40 years.
- Stan Laurel
Stan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.
- Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick lamar is a highly influential rapper known for his introspective lyrics and socially conscious themes.
- K.J. Apa
New Zealand actor known for his role as Archie Andrews in the teen drama series Riverdale.
- Bresha Webb
Bresha Webb is an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as 'Marlon' and 'Run the World'.
- Beth Moore
Beth moore is a well-known author and bible teacher, recognized for her bestselling books and influential teachings.
- Barry Manilow
American singer, songwriter, author, and musician who rose to mega-pop stardom during the 1970s.
- Greg Kinnear
American actor who was the host and executive producer for e! entertainment televisionaeur(tm), the popular "talk soup" program, 1991-1994.
- Joe Piscopo
American actor, best known for his role on "saturday night live" (1975-85), where he was well-known for his hilarious parodies of stars such...
- Peter Lupus
American actor and bodybuilder.
June 17, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 9 months old,
or 549 months and 12 days old,
or 2388 weeks and 6 days old,
or 16722 days old,
if you were born on June 17, 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 June 17, 1978?
There are 80 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on June 17, 1978.
June 17, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 17, 1978:
- Carlo Del Re
- Robert Williams
- Piero Poletto
What famous deaths happened on June 17th?
Famous deaths on June 17th:
- Cyd Charisse
Cyd charisse was an american dancer and actress known for her roles in classic hollywood musicals such as singin' in the rain and the band...
- Jeff Chandler
American actor and singer (d. 1961).
- Kate Smith
American singer ("god bless america") dies in raleigh (north carolina) at the age of 78 (born 1907).
- Pamela Britton
Actress (blondie my favorite martian), is killed at 50.
- John Murray
Canadian-scottish biologist and oceanographer (d. 1914).
- Jaquese Williams
Award-winning playwright known for his powerful and thought-provoking dramas.
- Aulden Smith
Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of genetics.
- Cevyn Thomas
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
- Elysian Stone
Pioneering environmental journalist advocating for conservation and sustainability.
- Lamarco Smith
Influential playwright whose works explored social issues and human relationships.
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June 17, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 17, 1978:
- St. Albert Chmielowski.
- National holiday of West Germany until 1990, see Workers' Uprising of 1953 in East Germany.
- Iceland's national day, celebrating independence from Denmark in 1944.
Observances on June 17, 1978:
- World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
June 17, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 17, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 12th and June 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.
June 17, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 12th and June 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
- John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
- Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
- Bonnie Tyler - It's A Heartache
- Johnny Mathis - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
June 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 17, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.
June 17, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 12th and June 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
- Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
- Darts - The Boy From New York City
- Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
- The Rolling Stones - Miss You
June 17, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 17, 1978 was Use Ta Be My Girl by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.
June 17, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 12th and June 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
- The Isley Brothers - Take Me To The Next Phase
- Heatwave - The Grooveline
- George Duke - Dukey Stick (Part One)
- Linda Clifford - Runaway Love
June 17, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 17, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
June 17, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 17, 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:
June 17, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 17, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
June 17, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 17, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on June 17, 1978?
On June 17, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1978?
On June 17, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on June 17, 1978?
On June 17, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about June 17th?
June 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of June. 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 June 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Boko haram, nigeria: three suicide bombers from boko haram detonate their bombs among football fans in konduga. the explosions killed 30 and injured 40 others. (bbc).boko haram terrorists engage in gunfire with nigerian soldiers in nganzai, a local government area of borno state.
- 2018 - Boko haram insurgency: at least 31 people are killed in twin suicide bombings at damboa, nigeria. rockets from outside the town are believed to be following the explosions.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: an "insider attack" on camp shaheen in northern mazar-i-sharif resulted in at least one afghan being killed and seven americans being wounded. the earlier report that americans were killed was incorrect. the taliban claim responsibility.
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 June 1978?
June 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.