Sunday September 17, 1978: on this day

September 17, 1978 was the 260th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is September 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 September 17, 1978, who was born and died on September 17, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 17, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boogie Oogie Oogie by Taste Of Honey, A), movies (e.g. Paradise Alley, directed by Sylvester Stallone), TV series (e.g. Apple Pie) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 17th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was September 17, 1978?


September 17, 1978 was a Sunday and it was the 260th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 17, 1978 can also be written as 9/17/1978 in the US and as 17/9/1978 in UK and Europe.

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September 17, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 17, 1978:

  • 30th emmy awards: all in the family, ed asner and sada thompson win
  • Begin, sadat and carter sign camp david accord
  • Donna caponi young wins lpga sarah coventry golf tournament
  • Red sox finally beat yanks in september 1978, 7-3
  • Israeli prime minister menachem begin, egyptian president anwar sadat and us president jimmy carter sign the camp david accord.

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September 17, 1978: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Buffalo Bills - Miami Dolphins : 24 - 31
  • Chicago Bears - Detroit Lions : 19 - 0
  • Cleveland Browns - Atlanta Falcons : 24 - 16
  • Dallas Cowboys - Los Angeles Rams : 14 - 27
  • Kansas City Chiefs - New York Giants : 10 - 26
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September 17, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 17th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 17, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 17, 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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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on September 17th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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September 17, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 17, 1978 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 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 September 17, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 07:40 pm and setting at 08:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1978.

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Who was born on September 17, 1978?


Famous people born on September 17, 1978:

  • Michael Mosley
    Michael Mosley

    Michael mosley is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows such as 'scrubs' and 'sirens'.

  • Arzu Yildiz

    Pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence research.

  • Pamelyn Thagard

    Renowned gymnast known for her exceptional skills and achievements.

  • Somara Theodore

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Israella Nguyen

    Israella Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings.

  • Ryan Smith

    Co-founder and CEO of Qualtrics, a software company acquired by SAP.

  • Alon Gabbay

    Talented painter known for his abstract art pieces.

  • Nick Cordero

    Canadian actor and singer (b. 1978)[45].

  • Shawn Horcoff

    Canadian ice hockey player.

  • Sheeri Cabral

    American blogger and computer scientist.

  • Arne Slot
  • Cristina Alcázar
  • Pablo Casar
  • Stephan Letter
  • Jennifer Rosales
  • Thibault Scotto
  • Fred Wakefield
  • José Zelaye

Whose famous birthday is on September 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 17th:

  • John Ritter
    John Ritter

    American actor, and a member of a theatrical family.

  • Jean-Claude Carrière
    Jean-Claude Carrière

    Jean-claude carrière is a renowned french screenwriter and actor, best known for his collaborations with director luis buñuel.

  • Cassandra Peterson
    Cassandra Peterson

    Cassandra peterson is an american actress best known for her portrayal of the horror hostess character elvira, mistress of the dark.

  • Phil Jackson
    Phil Jackson

    American basketball player, coach and star.

  • Anne Bancroft
    Anne Bancroft

    American actress who has been on screen since 1952 and won the best actress oscar.

  • Hank Williams
    Hank Williams

    American singer, songwriter, and country western singer.

  • Roddy McDowall
    Roddy McDowall

    British child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940.

  • Bryan Singer
    Bryan Singer

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Matthew Settle
    Matthew Settle

    American actor.

  • Dinah Sheridan
    Dinah Sheridan

    British actress, who has been a star in british tv, theatre and film for seven decades.

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September 17, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 6 months old,

or 546 months and 30 days old,

or 2378 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16648 days old,

if you were born on September 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 September 17, 1978?

There are 154 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 17, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on September 17, 1978.

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September 17, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 17, 1978:

  • Jack Simmons
  • Waltencir

What famous deaths happened on September 17th?

Famous deaths on September 17th:

  • Spiro Agnew
    Spiro Agnew

    American politician and lawyer, governor of maryland 1967-1969, and vice-president under nixon 1969.

  • Patricia Phoenix
    Patricia Phoenix

    County galway, ireland -- actress.

  • Red Skelton
    Red Skelton

    American comedian who is loved and well-known in film, tv, and nightclub.

  • Richard Basehart
    Richard Basehart

    American stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.

  • Frankie Vaughan
    Frankie Vaughan

    English actor and singer (d. 1999).

  • Jay Stewart
    Jay Stewart

    Annoucer of lets make a deal commits suicide.

  • Raden Adjeng Kartini

    Indonesian feminist and entrepreneur who advocated for women's rights.

  • Khalis Gibran

    Pioneering journalist and author known for his insightful commentary.

  • Guila

    Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.

  • Shin Saimdang

    Renowned Korean artist and calligrapher during the Joseon Dynasty.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on September 17th

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September 17, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on September 17, 1978:

  • RC Saints - Feasts of Saint Lambert (martyr), Hildegard of Bingen
  • United States - Constitution Day (observed on the previous Friday if it falls in a weekend), Citizenship Day, Von Steuben Day
  • Netherlands - Operation Market Garden is still remembered with parachuting and dedications on this day.
  • Also see September 17 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • The fourth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries in ancient Greek mythology, when the initiates sacrificed a pig.
  • Angola - National Heroes' Day

Observances on September 17, 1978:

  • World Patient Safety Day [WHO]
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September 17, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 17, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 11th and September 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


September 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 17, 1978 was Boogie Oogie Oogie by Taste Of Honey, A, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

September 17, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on September 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boogie Oogie Oogie
  2. - Three Times A Lady
  3. - Hot Blooded
  4. - Hopelessly Devoted To You
  5. - Kiss You All Over

September 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 17, 1978 was Three Times A Lady by The Commodores, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

September 17, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on September 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Three Times A Lady
  2. - Dreadlock Holiday
  3. - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
  4. - It's Raining
  5. - Oh What A Circus

September 17, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 17, 1978 was Holding On (When Love Is Gone) by L.T.D., according to the R&B music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

September 17, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on September 17, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Holding On (When Love Is Gone)
  2. - Got To Get You Into My Life
  3. - Take Me I'm Yours
  4. - What You Waiting For
  5. - Get Off

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September 17, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on September 17, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Paradise Alley

Paradise Alley

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Lee Canalito, Armand Assante, Frank McRae

Country: United States of America

My Way Home

My Way Home

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Bill Douglas

Starring: Stephen Archibald, Paul Kermack, Jessie Combe, William Carrol

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

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

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

Country: Italy

Days of Heaven

Days of Heaven

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Terrence Malick

Starring: Richard Gere, Brooke Adams, Sam Shepard, Linda Manz

Country: United States of America

September 17, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on September 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:

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Howard Goldberg

Taxi

Taxi

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Daniel Ray

Ausgerissen! Was nun?

Ausgerissen! Was nun?

Release year: 1978

Under the Same Sun

Under the Same Sun

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Sameh Zoabi

September 17, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on September 17, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cosmic Conflict

Cosmic Conflict

Platform: Magnavox Odyssey² (US) Philips Videopac (Europe)

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Magnavox / Philips

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Astro Battle

Astro Battle

Platform: Arcade Game; Bally Astrocade

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Bally Manufacturing

Pirate Adventure

Pirate Adventure

Platform: TRS-80, Vic 20, TI-99/4A, Apple II Plus, Commodore PET, Commodore 16, Commodore Plus/4, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Dragon 32/64

Genre: text adventure

Publisher: Adventure International

A Game of Concentration

A Game of Concentration

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Concentration

Publisher: Atari

history

Who was the US President on September 17, 1978?

On September 17, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 17, 1978?

On September 17, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on September 17, 1978?

On September 17, 1978 the Pope was John Paul I.

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What is special about September 17th?

September 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of September. 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 September 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - Russia and turkey announce a demilitarized zone in syria's idlib governorate. they also rule out military operations.
  • 2017 - Five people are killed in a roadside bomb attack in north-west pakistan during the war in afghanistan.
  • 2016 - American-led intervention in syria and syria's civil war: the united states admits that warplanes may not have struck a syrian army post near deir-ez-zor airport in eastern syria. it was conducting an operation against isil in which more than 60 syrian soldiers were killed. (bbc). the united nations security council (unsc), holds an emergency session to address the u.s. strikes in deir ez-zor.

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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 September 1978?

September 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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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Sunday September 17, 1978