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April 20, 1974 was the 110th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 20, 1974 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 20, 1974, who was born and died on April 20, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB), movies (e.g. Dark Star, directed by John Carpenter), TV series (e.g. My Old Man) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1974?
- April 20, 1974: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1974?
- April 20, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1974?
What day of the week was April 20, 1974?
April 20, 1974 was a Saturday and it was the 110th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1974 can also be written as 4/20/1974 in the US and as 20/4/1974 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1974:
- Paul mccartney releases band on the run
April 20, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th 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 April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 20, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 20th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 20, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1974 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1974 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 April 20, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:50 am and setting at 07:14 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1974.
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Who was born on April 20, 1974?
Famous people born on April 20, 1974:
- Grégory Basso
French tv personality, singer, and disc jockey.
- Kaycee Madu
Kaycee Madu is a Nigerian-born Canadian politician serving as the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General of Alberta.
- Ben[jamin] Lincoln Holbrook in Hartland
Wisconsin, usa; rower (olympics 1996).
- Tina Cousins
Singer-songwriter and model from england.
- Urmas Paet
Estonian politician and journalist 26th estonian minister for foreign affairs.
- Jens Nordvig
Economist.
- Kevin Sullivan in Brantford
Ontario, canada; 1.5k runner.
- Paul Bradford
Cornerback (san diego chargers).
- Duncan Trussell
- Justin Harrison
- Toru Oniki
- Karl Muggeridge
- Mijail Mulkay
Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:
![Luther Vandross]()
Luther VandrossLuther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...
![Jessica Lange]()
Jessica LangeAmerican academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.
![Andy Serkis]()
Andy SerkisAndy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...
![Carmen Electra]()
Carmen ElectraAmerican actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...
![Edie Sedgwick]()
Edie SedgwickAmerican model with amazing eyes and great legs.
![Shemar Moore]()
Shemar MooreAmerican actor, former fashion model.
![Ryan O'Neal]()
Ryan O'NealAfter starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.
![Crispin Glover]()
Crispin GloverAmerican actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...
![Veronica Cartwright]()
Veronica CartwrightVeronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.
![George Takei]()
George TakeiAmerican actor, director, and author.
April 20, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 11 months old,
or 599 months and 30 days old,
or 2608 weeks and 6 days old,
or 18262 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 1974.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 April 20, 1974?
There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 20, 1974.
April 20, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1974:
- Mohammed Ayub Khan
Premier/president (pakistan), dies.
- Ayyub Khan
- Štěpán Matěj
- Peter Lee Lawrence
- Ferruccio Galmozzi
- Richard Huelsenbeck
What famous deaths happened on April 20th?
Famous deaths on April 20th:
![Benny Hill]()
Benny HillBritish comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.
![Alan Dale]()
Alan DaleAmerican singer (born 1925).
![Christian X]()
Christian XKing of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.
- Idrissa Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Galdino Balthazar
Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.
- Briyan Stoker
Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.
- Marl Stoker
Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.
- Madylyn Pugh
Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.
- Zakariyah Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Felcia Farr
American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 20th
April 20, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1974:
- USA- National High Five Day
- Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
- Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
- Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
- April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
- Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).
Observances on April 20, 1974:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1974:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 15th and April 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1974 was TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.
April 20, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- MFSB - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
- Elton John - Bennie And The Jets
- Blue Swede - Hooked On A Feeling
- Gladys Knight and the Pips - Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me
- Redbone - Come And Get Your Love
April 20, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1974 was Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.
April 20, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Terry Jacks - Seasons In The Sun
- Mud - The Cat Crept In
- Paper Lace - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
- The Glitter Band - Angel Face
- Slade - Everyday
April 20, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1974 was TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.
April 20, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
- Bloodstone - Outside Woman
- The Staple Singers - Touch A Hand, Make A Friend
- James Brown - The Payback
- Earth, Wind & Fire - Mighty Mighty
April 20, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Dark Star
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Carpenter
Starring: Dan O'Bannon, Dre Pahich, Brian Narelle, Cal Kuniholm
Country: United States of America
Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Terence Fisher
Starring: Peter Cushing, Shane Briant, Madeline Smith, David Prowse
Appassionata
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone
Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno
Country: Italy
Candy Stripe Nurses
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Alan Holleb
Starring: Candice Rialson, Robin Mattson, María Rojo, Roger Cruz
The Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
April 20, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
My Old Man
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Erman
The Zoo Gang
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Watson
Landline
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gillian Robespierre
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Kli-Kla-Klawitter
Release year: 1974
April 20, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Burr
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
The Snare Of The Hunter
By: Helen MacInnes
A young woman escapes from Czechoslovakia to search for her father. She discovers she is the target of a deadly hunt
Come Nineveh, Come Tyre
By: Allen Drury
The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.
The Partners
By: Louis Auchincloss
Louis Auchincloss is here to share his extraordinary powers as an observer in contemporary America. The Partners is a portrait of men and women from what the Partners represents.
April 20, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Qwak!
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on April 20, 1974?
On April 20, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1974?
On April 20, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1974?
On April 20, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 20th?
April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of April. 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 April 20th, such as:
- 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
- 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (bbc),
What happened in 1974?
1974 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
- Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
- 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy
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What was the calendar for April 1974?
April 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
