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May 19, 1978 was the 139th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 19, 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 May 19, 1978, who was born and died on May 19, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 19, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. With A Little Luck by Wings), movies (e.g. I Spit on Your Grave, directed by Meir Zarchi), TV series (e.g. Heiter Bis Wolkig) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 19th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 19, 1978?
- May 19, 1978: What happened on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 19, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 19, 1978?
- May 19, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 19, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- May 19, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 19, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 19, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on May 19, 1978?
What day of the week was May 19, 1978?
May 19, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 19, 1978:
- May 20 ampndash french foreign legion paratroopers land in kolwezi, zaire, to rescue europeans in the middle of a civil war.
May 19, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 19th 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 19, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 19, 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 May 19th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 19, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 19, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 19, 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 May 19, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 04:59 pm and setting at 04:24 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 23, 1978 while the next full moon would come on May 22, 1978.
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Who was born on May 19, 1978?
Famous people born on May 19, 1978:
- Spyros Tsakiris
Investigative journalist specializing in environmental issues and social justice.
- Edra Cordelia
Biologist specializing in marine biology.
- Marcus Bent
English footballer.
- Dave Bus
Dutch footballer.
- Jessica Cutler
Author.
- Kim Zolciak
American reality star and singer.
- Brooke Mahan
Youtube star.
- Paolo Santambrogio
- Nicolás Arispe
- Daniel Betti
- Koray Avcı
- Christian Murro
- Tomáš Sluka
- Greg Steube
- Ėduard Tjukin
- Julián Viáfara
Whose famous birthday is on May 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 19th:
![Grace Jones]()
Grace JonesGrace jones is a jamaican-american singer, actress, and model known for her distinctive voice, androgynous style, and hits like 'pull up to...
![André the Giant]()
André the GiantAndré the giant was a french professional wrestler and actor, known for his enormous size and strength.
![Pete Townshend]()
Pete TownshendBritish musician, founder of "the who", rock band.
![Jon Kortajarena]()
Jon KortajarenaJon kortajarena is a spanish model known for his work with major fashion brands and his appearances in high-profile fashion shows and...
![Nora Ephron]()
Nora EphronAmerican director, producer, screenwriter and novelist.
![Kevin Garnett]()
Kevin GarnettNba forward (minnesota timberwolves).
![Kyle Eastwood]()
Kyle EastwoodAmerican singer-bass player and actor.
![Nancy Kwan]()
Nancy KwanHong kong-american actress and makeup artist.
![Michele Placido]()
Michele PlacidoFoggia, italy -- actor (la lupa, poliziotti).
![Jesse Peretz]()
Jesse PeretzAmerican filmmaker, seen in "first love, last rites," which was released in june 1998.
May 19, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 11 months old,
or 551 months and 1 day old,
or 2396 weeks and 1 day old,
or 16773 days old,
if you were born on May 19, 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 May 19, 1978?
There are 29 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 19, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 19, 1978.
May 19, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 19, 1978:
- Moses Kotane
South African anti-apartheid activist and politician.
- Albert Kivikas
Estonian-swedish journalist and author (b. 1898).
- Carl Hansen
- Italo Rossi
What famous deaths happened on May 19th?
Famous deaths on May 19th:
![Alan Young]()
Alan YoungAlan young was a canadian-american actor best known for his role as wilbur post in the television series mister ed.
![Ronald Colman]()
Ronald ColmanBritish-american actor.
![Henry Corden]()
Henry CordenAmerican actor and voice artist (born in 1921).
- Maymuna Ali
Legendary female boxer and daughter of Muhammad Ali.
- Nathanyal Hawthorne
Renowned American novelist and short story writer.
- Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was the wife of the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy, and served as First Lady from 1961...
- Jaclyne Bouvier Kennedy
Wife of President John F. Kennedy and known for her style and grace.
May 19, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 19, 1978:
- National Hug-Your-Cat Day
- NASCAR Day USA.(2006)
- Commemoration of Pontian Greeks Genocide in Greece.
- Commemoration of Atatnrk, Youth and Sports Day in Turkey (1919).
- Theophilus of Corte
- Pudentiana
- Emiliana
- Ives
- Peter Celestine
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Dunstan
May 19, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 19, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 19, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 19, 1978 was With A Little Luck by Wings, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 19, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wings - With A Little Luck
- Roberta Flack - The Closer I Get To You
- Johnny Mathis - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
- John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
- Yvonne Elliman - If I Can't Have You
May 19, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 19, 1978 was Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring by Boney M, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 19, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
- The Bee Gees - Night Fever
- Darts - The Boy From New York City
- Johnny Mathis & Deniece Williams - Too Much Too Little Too Late
- Dee D Jackson - Automatic Lover
May 19, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 19, 1978 was Take Me To The Next Phase by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 19, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Isley Brothers - Take Me To The Next Phase
- The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
- Rufus/Chaka Khan - Stay
- Heatwave - The Grooveline
- Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
May 19, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 19, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
I Spit on Your Grave
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Meir Zarchi
Starring: Camille Keaton, Eron Tabor, Richard Pace, Anthony Nichols
Country: United States of America
The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Fred Schepisi
Starring: Tommy Lewis, Freddy Reynolds, Angela Punch McGregor, Ray Barrett
Big Wednesday
Release year: 1978
Directed by: John Milius
Starring: Jan-Michael Vincent, William Katt, Gary Busey, Patti D'Arbanville
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
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
May 19, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 19, 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:
Heiter bis wolkig
Release year: 1978
High Hopes
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Joe Eckardt
Rumpole of the Bailey
Release year: 1978
Starring: Leo McKern, Jonathan Coy, Julian Curry, Marion Mathie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
May 19, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 19, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Coming Into The Country
By: John McPhee
The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:
The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady
By: Edith Holden
This facsimile reproduction is of the 1906 naturalist's journal. Edith Holden documented in words and pictures the British countryside's flora, fauna, and changes throughout the year.
The Women'S Room
By: Marilyn French
The bestseller of twenty-one million copies is now available again for a new generation. First published in 1977, The Women's Room was an original novel that explored the inner lives and experiences of women.
Looking Out For Number One
By: Robert Ringer
Robert Ringer, the bestselling author, guides you on the most rewarding and exciting journey of your entire life.
Pulling Your Own Strings
By: Wayne W. Dyer
Wayne W. Dyer explains how we can all prevent being victimized by others and start operating from the centre of our power
May 19, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 19, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Superman
Fire Truck
Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)
The Cottage
Basketball
Who was the US President on May 19, 1978?
On May 19, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 1978?
On May 19, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 19, 1978?
On May 19, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 19th?
May 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th 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 19th, such as:
- 2019 - A bus transporting south african nationals was struck by an explosion near giza's grand egyptian museum, egypt. at least 14 people were injured.
- 2018 - Russian military intervention in ukraine: ukraine’s joint forces operation reports that russian-led militants attacked ukrainian troops in donbas 43 times in the last 24 hours. they used artillery systems, 120mm mortars, and 82mm mortars ten times each, but there were no casualties among ukrainian servicemen. two militants have been killed and three more are injured, according to intelligence data.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: at least 11 people are killed by a roadside bomb in logar province.
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 May 1978?
May 1978 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.
