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May 18, 1979 was the 138th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 18, 1979 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 18, 1979, who was born and died on May 18, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 18, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Reunited by Peaches & Herb), movies (e.g. Alien, directed by Ridley Scott), TV series (e.g. Carga Pesada) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 18th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 18, 1979?
- May 18, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 18, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 18, 1979?
- May 18, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 18, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- May 18, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- May 18, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 18, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 18, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 18, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 18, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on May 18, 1979?
What day of the week was May 18, 1979?
May 18, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th 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 18, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 18th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 18, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 18, 1979 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 1979 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 18, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 01:15 am and setting at 01:16 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1979.
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Who was born on May 18, 1979?
Famous people born on May 18, 1979:
- Asuka Yamaguchi
Physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Suvan Sharma
Suvan Sharma is the co-founder and CEO of a successful fintech startup.
- Jezel Patel
Jezel Patel is a successful entrepreneur who founded a innovative technology startup in the healthcare industry.
- Clariza Gutierrez
Clariza Gutierrez is a successful entrepreneur who founded a thriving e-commerce platform focused on sustainable and eco-friendly products.
- Breken Eriksson
Breken Eriksson is a successful entrepreneur who founded a innovative technology company that has disrupted its industry.
- Sanyla Mehta
Sanyla Mehta is the founder and CEO of a successful Indian startup in the fintech sector.
- Sreshta Agarwal
Sreshta Agarwal is the co-founder and CEO of a successful fintech startup.
- Kiree Desai
Kiree Desai is an Indian entrepreneur who founded a successful fintech startup.
- Mescal Fernandez
Mescal Fernandez is a successful Colombian entrepreneur who founded a thriving e-commerce platform in Latin America.
- Deari Tanaka
Deari Tanaka is a successful entrepreneur who founded a innovative technology company in the renewable energy sector.
- Jeyren Kapoor
Jeyren Kapoor is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology-driven logistics company.
- Dashanti Mehta
Dashanti Mehta is a successful entrepreneur in the renewable energy sector.
- Jerrico Tanaka
Jerrico Tanaka is a Japanese entrepreneur and the founder of a successful tech startup in the fintech industry.
- Palestine Saeed
Palestine Saeed is a successful Palestinian entrepreneur who has founded and led several technology-based businesses in the region.
- Chiana Wilkins
Chiana Wilkins is a British business consultant and the founder of a successful management consulting firm.
- Melissaann Fitzgerald
Melissaann Fitzgerald is a fine art photographer specializing in landscape and nature photography.
- Jens Bergensten
Swedish video game designer, co-designed minecraft.
- Mariusz Lewandowski
Polish footballer.
- Julián Speroni
Argentinian footballer.
Whose famous birthday is on May 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 18th:
![Pope John Paul II]()
Pope John Paul IIPope john paul ii was the head of the catholic church from 1978 until his death in 2005, and is known for his role in ending communist rule...
![Perry Como]()
Perry ComoPerry como was an american singer known for his relaxed and smooth vocal style, and for hits like 'catch a falling star' and 'magic...
![Tina Fey]()
Tina FeyAmerican comedian, writer, and producer.
![Charles Trenet]()
Charles TrenetFrench actor, singer and songwriter.
![George Strait]()
George StraitAmerican country western star and country music association award winner.
![Diane McBain]()
Diane McBainAmerican actress.
![Alana Stewart]()
Alana StewartAmerican model, before she married george hamilton with whom she had a son named ashley.
![Miriam Margolyes]()
Miriam MargolyesBritish-Australian actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and stage.
![Matt Long]()
Matt LongAmerican actor.
![Dwayne Hickman]()
Dwayne HickmanAmerican child actor, darryl, and his older brother, were driven by stage mothers.
May 18, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 11 months old,
or 539 months
or 2343 weeks and 6 days old,
or 16407 days old,
if you were born on May 18, 1979.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 18, 1979?
There are 30 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 18, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 18, 1979.
May 18, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 18, 1979:
- Paul Southwell
- Volodymyr Ivasjuk
What famous deaths happened on May 18th?
Famous deaths on May 18th:
![Jill Ireland]()
Jill IrelandBritish actress who has been playing lead roles since the 1950s.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Alexander Godunov]()
Alexander GodunovRussian-american actor and ballet dancer; defected to america 8/21/1979.
![Steve Forrest]()
Steve ForrestAmerican drummer (placebo).
![Elisha Cook]()
Elisha CookJr.
![Arthur O'Connell]()
Arthur O'ConnellAmerican actor (born in 1908).
![Edwina Booth]()
Edwina BoothAmerican memoirist and biographer.
![Bridgette Andersen]()
Bridgette AndersenAmerican actress (born 1975).
- Jdyn Smith
Pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics.
May 18, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 18, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 14th and May 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 18, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 18, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.
May 18, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 18, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- Donna Summer - Hot Stuff
- Village People - In The Navy
- Suzi Quatro - Stumblin' In
- Wings - Goodnight Tonight
May 18, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 18, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.
May 18, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 18, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Art Garfunkel - Bright Eyes
- M - Pop Muzik
- Blondie - Sunday Girl
- Boney M - Hooray Hooray It's A Holi-Holiday
- Roxy Music - Dance Away
May 18, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 18, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.
May 18, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 18, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- G.Q. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
- Raydio - You Can't Change That
- Foxy - Hot Number
- The Isley Brothers - I Wanna Be With You
May 18, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 18, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Alien
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Ridley Scott
Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright
Country: United States of America
The Brood
Release year: 1979
Directed by: David Cronenberg
Starring: Oliver Reed, Samantha Eggar, Art Hindle, Henry Beckman
Country: United States of America
Wise Blood
Release year: 1979
Directed by: John Huston
Starring: Brad Dourif, John Huston, Dan Shor, Harry Dean Stanton
Woyzeck
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Werner Herzog
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Eva Mattes, Wolfgang Reichmann, Willy Semmelrogge
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
May 18, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 18, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Carga Pesada
Release year: 1979
Thundercloud
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Talon Clemow
Love Thy Neighbour in Australia
Release year: 1979
Directed by: William G. Stewart
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Worzel Gummidge
Release year: 1979
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
May 18, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 18, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Pigeon Project
By: Irving Wallace
The Secret. It is the secret that every man and woman dreams of. It's now within reach.. and they will do anything to have it.
How To Get Whatever You Want Out Of Life
By: Dr. Joyce Brothers
Psychologists have accumulated a lot of information about people. What causes them to be angry? What frustrates them? What makes them smile with joy?
Linda Goodman'S Love Signs
By: Linda Goodman
Linda Goodman's Love Signs - A New Approach to the Human Heart (Paperback)
Good As Gold
By: Joseph Heller
Bruce Gold, a Jewish, middle-aged professor of English literature, is on the verge of a great career in politics. It's not too soon as Gold longs for it.
Overload
By: Arthur Hailey
#1 New York Times bestseller Arthur Hailey's suspense-packed novel poses a frightening question: What happens if a terrorist attack takes out the power of America's largest state. In
May 18, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 18, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Head On
Football
NASL Soccer
Heiankyo Alien
Monkey Magic
Who was the US President on May 18, 1979?
On May 18, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1979?
On May 18, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 18, 1979?
On May 18, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 18th?
May 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2019 - Eurovision song contest 2019, duncan laurence representing the netherlands wins the 2019 edition with "arcade". this is the first time that the country has won since 1975.
- 2018 - Santa fe high school shooting: in texas, united states, a school shooting occurs at santa fe high school. twelve others are hurt and eight students are killed, along with two teachers. (ktrk-tv),
- 2017 - United states aircraft bombed a convoy belonging the syrian pro-government militia in a "deconfliction area" around al-tanf.
What happened in 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for May 1979?
May 1979 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.
