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May 17, 1975 was the 137th day of the year 1975, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 17, 1975 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 17, 1975, who was born and died on May 17, 1975, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 1975, which were the most popular songs (ex. He Don't Love You (Like I Love You) by Tony Orlando and Dawn), movies (e.g. Salon Kitty, directed by Tinto Brass), TV series (e.g. The Invisible Man) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 1975 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 17, 1975?
- May 17, 1975: What happened on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 17, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 17, 1975?
- May 17, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 17, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
- May 17, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 17, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 17, 1975?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1975?
- Who was the Pope on May 17, 1975?
What day of the week was May 17, 1975?
May 17, 1975 was a Saturday and it was the 137th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 17, 1975 can also be written as 5/17/1975 in the US and as 17/5/1975 in UK and Europe.
May 17, 1975: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 17, 1975:
- Funky gibbon by the goodies hits #79
- Mick jagger punches a restaurant window, gets 20 stitches
- Nbc paid $5m for rights to show gone with the wind one time
- Los angeles police raid the secret headquarters of the symbionese liberation army, killing six of the group's nine known members.
- 101st preakness: darrel mchargue aboard master derby wins in 1:56.4.
May 17, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 17, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 1975 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 17, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 17, 1975 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1975 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 May 17, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 11:45 am and setting at 01:21 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1975 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 1975.
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Who was born on May 17, 1975?
Famous people born on May 17, 1975:
- Jady Alvarez
Jady Alvarez is a Mexican-American novelist whose novels have been praised for their vivid storytelling and exploration of cultural and...
- Marcelinho Paraíba
Brazilian footballer.
- Alex Wright
German wrestler.
- Laura Voutilainen
Finnish singer.
- Cheick Kongo
French kick-boxer and mixed martial artist.
- Jonti Picking
Singer and animator of english voice.
- Kostas Sommer
German-greek producer and actor.
- Tony Sylva
- Marcelinho (footballer)
- Marco Iacobini
- Antonio Rotelli
- Ilan Bakhar
- Reggie Freeman
- Mario Kovačević
Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:
![Dennis Hopper]()
Dennis HopperAmerican actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".
![Adel Imam]()
Adel ImamAdel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.
![Sugar Ray Leonard]()
Sugar Ray LeonardSugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.
![Ross Butler]()
Ross ButlerRoss butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.
![Bob Saget]()
Bob SagetBob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...
![Derek Hough]()
Derek HoughDerek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.
![Leven Rambin]()
Leven RambinLeven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.
![Nikki Reed]()
Nikki ReedNikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.
![Craig Ferguson]()
Craig FergusonScots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.
![Sasha Alexander]()
Sasha AlexanderSasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.
May 17, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years 11 months old,
or 587 months and 3 days old,
or 2553 weeks
or 17871 days old,
if you were born on May 17, 1975.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 May 17, 1975?
There are 27 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1975?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 17, 1975.
May 17, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 17, 1975:
- Ibrahim Wasif
- Nino Caffè
- Rina Pellegri
- Bjarne Pettersen
- Romeo Oliva
- Félix Hernández Giménez
What famous deaths happened on May 17th?
Famous deaths on May 17th:
![Frank Gorshin]()
Frank GorshinAmerican actor.
![Edward Hardwicke]()
Edward HardwickeEnglish actor (born 1932).
![Bruce Fairbairn]()
Bruce FairbairnCanadian record producer and musician (born 1949).
![Robert Webber]()
Robert WebberActor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.
![Hugh Burden]()
Hugh BurdenActor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.
- Kyston Williams
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
- Warda Al-Jazairia
Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...
- Zahki Khan
Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.
- Lyndle Smith
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.
- Geovannie Ramirez
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
May 17, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 17, 1975:
- Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
- Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
- International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
- Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Observances on May 17, 1975:
- UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
- World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Saints celebrated on May 17, 1975:
- Saint Solochon
- Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
- Saint Montanus
- Saint Dietmar
- Saint Pamphamer
- Saint Pamphalon
- Saint Adrian of Alexandria
May 17, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 17, 1975 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 12th and May 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 17, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1975 was He Don't Love You (Like I Love You) by Tony Orlando and Dawn, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 17, 1975: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tony Orlando and Dawn - He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)
- Freddy Fender - Before The Next Teardrop Falls
- Ozark Mountain Daredevils - Jackie Blue
- Earth, Wind & Fire - Shining Star
- Carpenters - Only Yesterday
May 17, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1975 was Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 17, 1975: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tammy Wynette - Stand By Your Man
- Mud - Oh Boy
- Minnie Riperton - Lovin' You
- Susan Cadogan - Hurt So Good
- Tammy Jones - Let Me Try Again
May 17, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 1975 was Get Down, Get Down (Get On The Floor) by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 17, 1975: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Joe Simon - Get Down, Get Down (Get On The Floor)
- Smokey Robinson - Baby That's Backatcha
- Kool & The Gang - Spirit Of The Boogie
- Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Bad Luck (Part 1)
- Barry White - What Am I Gonna Do With You
May 17, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 17, 1975 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Salon Kitty
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Helmut Berger, Ingrid Thulin, Teresa Ann Savoy, John Steiner
Country: United States of America
The Hiding Place
Release year: 1975
Directed by: James F. Collier
Starring: Julie Harris, Jeannette Clift, Arthur O'Connell, Robert Rietty
Switchblade Sisters
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Jack Hill
Starring: Robbie Lee, Joanne Nail, Monica Gayle, Asher Brauner
Moonrunners
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Gy Waldron
Starring: James Mitchum, Kiel Martin, Arthur Hunnicutt, Chris Forbes
Zorro
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Duccio Tessari
Starring: Alain Delon, Enzo Cerusico, Ottavia Piccolo, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Adriana Asti, Giampiero Albertini, Stanley Baker, Marino Masé, Moustache , Paulino Rita
Country: Italy
May 17, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 17, 1975 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Invisible Man
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Joseph Henson
Edward the King
Release year: 1975
Starring: Annette Crosbie, Timothy West, Helen Ryan, Felicity Kendal
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Good Neighbors
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Jacob Tierney
May 17, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 17, 1975 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Here At The New Yorker
By: Brendan Gill
Brendan Gill, a happy inmate at the New Yorker for over 60 years, has been contentedly incarcerated there. This is a loving account of the magazine that has been regarded as a home for many years.
A Month Of Sundays
By: John Updike
This antic riff on Hawthorne’s Scarlet Letter sees the Reverend Tom Marshfield (a later-day Arthur Dimmesdale) sent west from his Midwestern parish to sexual disgrace.
May 17, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 17, 1975 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Destruction Derby
Hi-way
Doctor Pong
dnd
Gun Fight
Who was the US President on May 17, 1975?
On May 17, 1975 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1975?
On May 17, 1975 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 17, 1975?
On May 17, 1975 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 17th?
May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of May. 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 May 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
- 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
- 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).
What happened in 1975?
1975 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 48th National Spelling Bee: Hugh Tosteson wins spelling incisor
- British population agrees to European Common Market membership
- Egypt President Sadat reopens Suez Canal
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What was the calendar for May 1975?
May 1975 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
