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April 20, 1977 was the 110th day of the year 1977, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is April 20, 1977 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, 1977, who was born and died on April 20, 1977, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1977, which were the most popular songs (ex. Don't Leave Me This Way by Thelma Houston), movies (e.g. The Man Who Loved Women, directed by François Truffaut), TV series (e.g. Ein Mann Kam Im August) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1977 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1977?
- April 20, 1977: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1977: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1977?
- April 20, 1977: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1977: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1977: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1977: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1977?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1977?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1977?
What day of the week was April 20, 1977?
April 20, 1977 was a Wednesday and it was the 110th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1977 can also be written as 4/20/1977 in the US and as 20/4/1977 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1977: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1977:
- Supreme court rules live free or die may be covered on nh licenses
April 20, 1977: 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, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 20th, 1977 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 20, 1977: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1977 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1977 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, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 06:28 am and setting at 09:45 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 04, 1977 while the next full moon would come on May 03, 1977.
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Who was born on April 20, 1977?
Famous people born on April 20, 1977:
- Phynix Fernandez
Phynix Fernandez is an innovative entrepreneur who has founded a successful startup in the renewable energy sector.
- Pharrah Sharma
Pharrah Sharma is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology startup that provides innovative solutions to the healthcare industry.
- Buffy Wicks
American politician serving in the California State Assembly.
- Lisa Ervin
Figure skater (us nationals-4th - 1992).
- Jon Hugger
American wrestler.
- Meelis Rooba
Estonian manager and footballer.
- Johnny ''The Bull'' Stamboli
Professional wrestler.
![Yuliya Mayarchuk]()
Yuliya Mayarchuk- Gianluigi Rozza
- Viorel Iordăchescu
- Iñaki Isasi
- Alejandro Cichero
- Markus Kreuz
- Monalisa Codling
- Filippo Cristante
- Michael Franks
- Yves Larock
- Julija Majarčuk
Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:
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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.
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George TakeiAmerican actor, director, and author.
April 20, 1977: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 47 years and 6 days old,
or 564 months and 6 days old,
or 2453 weeks and 2 days old,
or 17173 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 1977.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, 1977?
There are 359 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 20th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1977?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 20, 1977.
April 20, 1977: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1977:
- Bryan Foy
Director/writer dies at the age of 80.
- Sepp Herberger
German football manager and player.
- Guido Mazza
- Wilmer Allison
- Giuseppe Marazzita
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, 1977: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1977:
- 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, 1977:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1977:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1977: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1977 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 18th and April 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1977 was Don't Leave Me This Way by Thelma Houston, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 20, 1977: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Thelma Houston - Don't Leave Me This Way
- Glen Campbell - Southern Nights
- Eagles - Hotel California
- David Soul - Don't Give Up On Us
- 10cc - The Things We Do For Love
April 20, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1977 was Knowing Me, Knowing You by Abba, according to the music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 20, 1977: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Knowing Me, Knowing You
- David Soul - Going In With My Eyes Open
- Billy Ocean - Red Light Spells Danger
- Berni Flint - I Don't Want To Put A Hold On You
- Showaddywaddy - When
April 20, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1977 was The Pride (Part I) by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 18th and April 24th.
April 20, 1977: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1977 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 18th and April 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Isley Brothers - The Pride (Part I)
- Natalie Cole - I've Got Love On My Mind
- Rose Royce - I Wanna Get Next To You
- KC And The Sunshine Band - I'm Your Boogie Man
- The Spinners - You're Throwing A Good Love Away
April 20, 1977: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1977 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Man Who Loved Women
Release year: 1977
Directed by: François Truffaut
Starring: Charles Denner, Brigitte Fossey, Nelly Borgeaud, Geneviève Fontanel
Casotto
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Sergio Citti
Starring: Jodie Foster, Michele Placido, Mariangela Melato, Catherine Deneuve, Ugo Tognazzi, Ninetto Davoli, Paolo Stoppa, Carlo Croccolo, Massimo Bonetti, Franco Citti, Gigi Proietti, Anna Melato
Country: Italy
Charleston
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Marcello Fondato
Starring: Bud Spencer, Lucretia Love, Herbert Lom, Dino Emanuelli, Jack La Cayenne, Renzo Marignano, Claudio Ruffini, James Coco, Ronald Lacey
Country: Italy
Tomcats
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Harry Kerwin
Starring: Chris Mulkey, Polly King, Wayne Crawford, Daniel Schweitzer
California
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Miguel Bosé, Giuliano Gemma, Malisa Longo, Enzo Fiermonte, Andrea Aureli, Raimund Harmstorf, William Berger, Franco Fantasia, Mario Novelli, Franco Ressel, Dana Ghia, Chris Avram
Country: Italy
April 20, 1977: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 1977 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Ein Mann kam im August
Release year: 1977
Rob Roy
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones
The New Adventures of Batman
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Don Towsley
Headmaster
Release year: 1977
Directed by: Agradoot
Blankety Blanks
Release year: 1977
Starring: Graham Kennedy, Ugly Dave Gray, Stuart Wagstaff
Country: Australia
April 20, 1977: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1977 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Chancellor Manuscript
By: Robert Ludlum
Did J. Edgar Hoover die a natural death? Or was he assassinated? A group of intellectuals known as Inver Brass discovers a grave threat to the country.
Passages
By: Gail Sheehy
This is your story. You will be able to recognize your family, friends and loved ones. You will see that every life crisis can be used as an opportunity to create change and growth.
Oliver'S Story
By: Erich Segal
Oliver loved Jenny. Two lonely years later, Jenny has passed away and Oliver Barrett IV feels that he will never, never, love again.
Condominium
By: John D. MacDonald
Condominium, a "first-rate entertainment," New York Daily News describes it as a narrative from a master of suspense. It is a panemacular novel by a master of suspense. The story follows the disappearance and sale of an American paradise.
Majesty
By: Robert Lacey
This is a detailed, readable biography about the first Queen of England to reign since Victoria. It's a favourite child of a proud country and a strong, intelligent monarch who has shown great political skill in times of crisis.
April 20, 1977: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1977 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Surround
Depthcharge
Boot Hill
Space Wars
Circus
Who was the US President on April 20, 1977?
On April 20, 1977 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1977?
On April 20, 1977 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1977?
On April 20, 1977 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 1977?
1977 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 8th (final) part of Roots is most-watched TV entertainment show to date.
- Edward W Stack replaces Paul Kerr President of Hall of Fame
- CB Savage by Rod Hart peaks at #67
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What was the calendar for April 1977?
April 1977 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.
