Discover our newspaper digital archive from August 20, 1973
Browse newspapers from August 20, 1973
Monday August 20, 1973: on this day
August 20, 1973 was the 232nd day of the year 1973, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 20, 1973 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 20, 1973, who was born and died on August 20, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 20, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Brother Louie by Stories), movies (e.g. High Plains Drifter, directed by Clint Eastwood), TV series (e.g. Der Bastian) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 20th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 20, 1973?
- August 20, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 20, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 20, 1973?
- August 20, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 20, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- August 20, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 20, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- August 20, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 20, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 20, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 20, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 20, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on August 20, 1973?
What day of the week was August 20, 1973?
August 20, 1973 was a Monday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 20, 1973 can also be written as 8/20/1973 in the US and as 20/8/1973 in UK and Europe.
August 20, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
Discover the personality of August born.
Unlock the Mysteries of August 20, 1973! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
August 20, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Ox personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 20th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for August 20, 1973
August 20, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 20, 1973 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 1973 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 August 20, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 10:18 pm and setting at 02:24 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 14, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Sep 12, 1973.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on August 20, 1973
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!This day in 30 sec.
Who was born on August 20, 1973?
Famous people born on August 20, 1973:
- Robben van Persie
Physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Todd Helton
Todd Helton is a former MLB first baseman who spent his entire career with the Colorado Rockies.
- Antawan Patton
Antawan Patton is an American actor known for his roles in television shows and films.
- Davian Norris
Davian Norris is a prominent politician known for his advocacy for education reform.
- Donn Swaby
American actor and screenwriter.
- Cameron Mather
New zealand rugby player and sportscaster.
- Juan Becerra Acosta
Mexican journalist.
- Alban Bushi
Albanian footballer.
- Alexandre Finazzi
Brazilian footballer.
- Scott Goodman
Australian swimmer.
- José Paniagua
Dominican baseball player.
- Dolvett Quince
Reality star.
- Dragoslava Žakula
- Naoko Sawamatsu
- Dong Jiong
- Marek Hollý
- Andrej Nutrichin
Whose famous birthday is on August 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 20th:
![Andrew Garfield]()
Andrew GarfieldAndrew garfield is a british-american actor known for his roles in the social network and the amazing spider-man series.
![Amy Adams]()
Amy AdamsAmy adams is an american actress known for her versatile roles in films such as enchanted, american hustle, and arrival.
![Demi Lovato]()
Demi LovatoAmerican singer-songwriter, musician, and actress.
![Fred Durst]()
Fred DurstFred durst is an american singer best known as the lead vocalist of the band limp bizkit.
![Misha Collins]()
Misha CollinsAmerican actor and director.
![Ben Barnes]()
Ben BarnesBen barnes is an english actor known for his roles in the chronicles of narnia series and the tv series westworld.
![James Marsters]()
James MarstersJames marsters is an american actor best known for his role as the vampire spike in the television series buffy the vampire slayer.
![Gerald McRaney]()
Gerald McRaneyGerald mcraney is an american actor known for his roles in television series such as simon & simon, major dad, and this is us.
![Ron Paul]()
Ron PaulAmerican politician and physician, paul is an active member and nominee of the libertarian party for president in 1988.
![Joan Allen]()
Joan AllenAmerican actress who can play both lead and supporting roles on screen and stage.
August 20, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 8 months old,
or 608 months and 3 days old,
or 2644 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18509 days old,
if you were born on August 20, 1973.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 August 20, 1973?
There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 20, 1973.
August 20, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on August 20th?
Famous deaths on August 20th:
![Phyllis Diller]()
Phyllis DillerAmerican comedian who burst onto the stage in san francisco in 1954 wearing a sequined minidress, an orange fright-wig and gold ankle-high...
![Jerry Lewis]()
Jerry LewisAmerican comedian, writer, actor and producer.
![Ilona Massey]()
Ilona MasseyHungarian-born American actress and singer who appeared in several Hollywood films.
![Ulla Jacobsson]()
Ulla JacobssonSwedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.
- Ruhama Goldberg
Esteemed researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.
- Aulora Smith
Bestselling author known for her captivating novels that have touched the hearts of many.
- Elmore Leonard
Elmore Leonard was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Negro leagues.
- Stefhanie Tubbs Jones
First African-American woman to represent Ohio in the U.S.
- Sircharles Sedley
Celebrated playwright of the Restoration era.
- Otillia Lindemann
Renowned German soprano known for her performances in leading opera houses.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 20th
August 20, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 20, 1973:
- Morocco - Revolution of the King and the People Day
- RC saints - Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
- Estonia - Restoration Day
- Hungary - St. Stephen's day, the main national holiday in Hungary
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Asmá (Names) - First day of the ninth month of the Bahá'f Calendar
August 20, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 20, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 1973 was Brother Louie by Stories, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Stories - Brother Louie
- Wings - Live And Let Die
- Diana Ross - Touch Me In The Morning
- Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
- Maureen McGovern - The Morning After
August 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 1973 was I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am) by Gary Glitter, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gary Glitter - I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am)
- The Carpenters - Yesterday Once More
- Peters & Lee - Welcome Home
- Donny Osmond - Young Love
- Suzi Quatro - 48 Crash
August 20, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 1973 was Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 20, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
- Al Green - Here I Am Come & Take Me
- Sly & The Family Stone - If You Want Me To Stay
- Aretha Franklin - Angel
- The Independents - Baby I've Been Missing You
August 20, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 20, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
High Plains Drifter
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Verna Bloom, Marianna Hill, Mitchell Ryan
Country: United States of America
Bang the Drum Slowly
Release year: 1973
Directed by: John D. Hancock
Starring: Michael Moriarty, Robert De Niro, Vincent Gardenia, Phil Foster
Country: United States of America
Bang the Drum Slowly
Release year: 1973
Directed by: John D. Hancock
Starring: Michael Moriarty, Robert De Niro, Vincent Gardenia, Phil Foster
Country: United States of America
Detroit 9000
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Arthur Marks
Starring: Alex Rocco, Hari Rhodes, Vonetta McGee, Herbert Jefferson Jr.
Love Thy Neighbour
Release year: 1973
Directed by: John Robins
Starring: Jack Smethurst, Rudolph Walker, Nina Baden-Semper, Kate Williams
August 20, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 20, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Der Bastian
Release year: 1973
Love Thy Neighbor
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Jordi Bachs
Praise the Lord
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Cyrus Tarlue
August 20, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 20, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Curse Of The Kings
By: Victoria Holt
The curse that haunted the tombs of Pharaos for centuries was a fatal one. Judith Osmond, an archaeologist and two prominent archaeologists, was certain it was the curse after their mysterious deaths.
The Odessa File
By: Frederick Forsyth
A suicide of an elderly German Jew explodes in revelation after revelation. Of a Mafia-like organisation called Odessa...of a real-life fugitive known by the "Butcher of Riga"..of young German journalist, tumed obsessed assassin and.
The Hollow Hills
By: Mary Stewart
The young Arthur Pendragon is being watched over by the prince and prophet Merlin Ambrosius, who are haunted daily by visions of the magical sword Caliburn that has been kept secret for centuries.
The Matlock Paper
By: Robert Ludlum
James Barbour Matlock is a college professor and Vietnam veteran. Washington chooses him to stop a wide-reaching conspiracy in an assignment that is undercover and destined to put his life at risk.
Facing The Lions
By: Tom Wicker
Rich Morgan, Washington bureau chief of a major national newspaper fly south to attend Senator Hunt Anderson's funeral. To bring together the many threads of love, trust, and betrayal that were involved in this tragedy,
August 20, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 20, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on August 20, 1973?
On August 20, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 1973?
On August 20, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 20, 1973?
On August 20, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 20th?
August 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of August. 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 August 20th, such as:
- 2018 - Terrorism in europe. a man storms into a mossos-d'esquadra station carrying a knife and is shot by an officer. the incident is being treated as an attempt to terrorist attack by police.
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war: battle of tal afar 2017: iraqi security forces launch a ground offensive, along with shi'ite volunteers, kurdish peshmerga fighters and shi'ite volunteers, to retake tal afar from the islamic state of iraq (isil) militants. since the liberation of mosul, the city has been isolated and is now in the hands of isil.
- 2016 - Gaziantep bombing. a suicide bomber attacks a kurdish wedding celebration at gaziantep in turkey, killing at least 22 and wounding 94. (reuters),
What happened in 1973?
1973 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
- Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
- Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances
Do you remember 1973? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
What was the calendar for August 1973?
August 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
