Tuesday January 20, 1976: on this day

January 20, 1976 was the 20th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is January 20, 1976 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 20, 1976, who was born and died on January 20, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 20, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To) by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Taxi Driver, directed by Martin Scorsese), TV series (e.g. Wonder Woman) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 20th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 20, 1976?


January 20, 1976 was a Tuesday and it was the 20th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 20, 1976 can also be written as 1/20/1976 in the US and as 20/1/1976 in UK and Europe.

January 20, 1976 in January 1976 calendar

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January 20, 1976: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 20, 1976:

  • 29th nhl all-star game: wales beat campbell 7-5 at philadelphia, pennsylvania.

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January 20, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 20th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 20, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 20, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on January 20th, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 20, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 20, 1976 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 20, 1976 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 January 20, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 09:25 pm and setting at 09:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 17, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Feb 15, 1976.

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Who was born on January 20, 1976?


Famous people born on January 20, 1976:

  • Anastasya Volochkova

    A Russian ballet dancer known for her high kicks and controversial public persona.

  • Fabio Bencivenga

    Italian water polo player, winner of a bronze medal at atlanta olympics 7/28/1996.

  • Dee Lestari

    Dee Lestari is an Indonesian author known for her best-selling novel 'Supernova.

  • Jacoby

    American musician known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Kirsty Gallacher

    Scottish television presenter.

  • Michael Myers

    American football player.

  • Gretha Smit

    Dutch speed skater.

  • Lilian Jegou
  • Joyce Tang
  • Anastasija Jur'evna Voločkova
  • Sandro Zanetti
  • Conchita Martínez Granados
  • Hendrik Möbus
  • Norman Nolan
  • Francesco Paura
  • Christian Rainer
  • Përparim Rama

Whose famous birthday is on January 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 20th:

  • Paul Stanley
    Paul Stanley

    Paul stanley is a guitarist best known as the co-lead vocalist and frontman of the rock band kiss.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Erin Wasson
    Erin Wasson

    Erin wasson is a prominent american model known for her work with top fashion brands and her appearances in international fashion magazines.

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Bill Maher
    Bill Maher

    American comedian, host of humorous tv shows "politically incorrect", (1997) and "aeuroereal time with bill maheraeur" (2003).

  • Omar Sy
    Omar Sy

    French actor best known for his roles in omar et fred and fred testot as fred testot.

  • Lorenzo Lamas
    Lorenzo Lamas

    American actor, tv soap star, and sex symbol.

  • Duniya Vijay
    Duniya Vijay

    Duniya vijay is an indian actor known for his work in kannada cinema.

  • Rainn Wilson
    Rainn Wilson

    Rainn wilson is an american actor best known for his role as dwight schrute on the television series the office.

  • DeForest Kelley
    DeForest Kelley

    Deforest kelley was an american actor best known for his role as dr.

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January 20, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 48 years 2 months old,

or 578 months and 9 days old,

or 2514 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17601 days old,

if you were born on January 20, 1976.

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 January 20, 1976?

There are 297 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 20, 1976?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on January 20, 1976.

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January 20, 1976: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 20, 1976:

  • Thure Andersson
  • Aurelio Spoto

What famous deaths happened on January 20th?

Famous deaths on January 20th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Audrey Hepburn
    Audrey Hepburn

    Belgian actress, humanitarian and dancer who started as a ballet student.

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Meat Loaf
    Meat Loaf

    American singer, known as the wild man of rock opera.

  • Johnny Weissmuller
    Johnny Weissmuller

    Romanian-born american actor and swimmer who won five olympic medals as well as numerous world records.

  • Mira Furlan
    Mira Furlan

    Mira Furlan was a talented actress known for her roles in 'Babylon 5' and 'Lost.

  • Louis Seigner
    Louis Seigner

    Mathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.

  • Carl Switzer
    Carl Switzer

    Actor (alfalfa - our gang), shot to death at 31.

  • Isaly Hepburn

    Isaly Hepburn was a celebrated British actress and fashion icon, known for her roles in classic films such as 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and...

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January 20, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 20, 1976:

  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Aquarius.
  • Euthymus
  • Desiderius
  • Meinrad
  • Epiphanius of Pavia
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Sebastian
  • Presidential Inauguration Day in the United States.
  • The Eve of St. Agnes.

Saints celebrated on January 20, 1976:

  • Saint Fabian
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January 20, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 20, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 19th and January 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 20, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 20, 1976 was Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To) by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 20, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)
  2. - I Write The Songs
  3. - Love Rollercoaster
  4. - Love To Love You Baby
  5. - I Love Music (Part 1)

January 20, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 20, 1976 was Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 20, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bohemian Rhapsody
  2. - Glass Of Champagne
  3. - Mamma Mia
  4. - The Trail Of The Lonesome Pine
  5. - In Dulce Jubilo / On Horseback

January 20, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 20, 1976 was Wake Up Everybody (Part 1) by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 20, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Wake Up Everybody (Part 1)
  2. - Sing A Song
  3. - Love To Love You Baby
  4. - Turning Point
  5. - Inseparable

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January 20, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 20, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Taxi Driver

Taxi Driver

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd, Albert Brooks

Country: United States of America

Next Stop, Greenwich Village

Next Stop, Greenwich Village

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Paul Mazursky

Starring: Lenny Baker, Shelley Winters, Ellen Greene, Lois Smith

Kalicharan

Kalicharan

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Subhash Ghai

Starring: Shatrughan Sinha, Reena Roy, Ajit, Prem Nath

Echoes of a Summer

Echoes of a Summer

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Don Taylor

Starring: Richard Harris, Jodie Foster, Lois Nettleton, Geraldine Fitzgerald

No Deposit, No Return

No Deposit, No Return

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Norman Tokar

Starring: David Niven, Darren McGavin, Don Knotts, Herschel Bernardi

January 20, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 20, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Patty Jenkins

State of Emergency

State of Emergency

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Turner Clay

When the Boat Comes In

When the Boat Comes In

Release year: 1975

Written by:

Directed by: David Reynolds

Starring: James Bolam, James Garbutt, Jean Heywood, John Nightingale

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Prince and the Pauper

The Prince and the Pauper

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Giles Foster

January 20, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 20, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Power! by Michael Korda

Power!

By:

This article explains the nature, uses, rewards, and purposes of power. It also describes how power was achieved and used by different adepts

Humboldt'S Gift by Saul Bellow

Humboldt'S Gift

By:

"I consider it a work of genius, I believe it The Work of a Genius. I find it brilliant, magnificent, etc.

Looking for Mr. Goodbar by Judith Rossner

Looking for Mr. Goodbar

By:

Based on a true story, Looking for Mr. Goodbar is the #1 New York Times Bestseller. It's a story about love, power, and death during 1970s sexual revolution.

Memoirs by Tennessee Williams

Memoirs

By:

Williams, who was later called the "old Crocodile" late in his life, believed that the past was always present. This is evident in Williams' constant shifting and intermingling times, places, and events.

Bring On The Empty Horses by David Niven

Bring On The Empty Horses

By:

David Niven is a well-known actor in Britain. He was the archetypal English gentleman and starred in more than ninety films. He is also a great chronicler.

January 20, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 20, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Heavyweight Champ

Heavyweight Champ

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports Fighting

Colossal Cave Adventure

Colossal Cave Adventure

Platform: Many (initially PDP-10)

Genre: Adventure game

Publisher: CRL

F-1

F-1

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing game

Night Driver

Night Driver

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Commodore 64, MSX

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Breakout

Breakout

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

history

Who was the US President on January 20, 1976?

On January 20, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 20, 1976?

On January 20, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 20, 1976?

On January 20, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 20th?

January 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of January. 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 January 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Conflict in northern mali: ten united nations peacekeepers have been killed in an islamist militant attack at their base in mali’s northern kidal region.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: northwestern syria campaign (october 2017-present). the syrian army seizes the abu al-duhur military airbase, idlib governorate.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil militants demolish part of palmyra’s ancient roman theatre. (bbc). an airstrike inflicts death on more than 40 jabhat fateh al-sham militants at a jihadist camp east of aleppo. the exact cause of the attack is unknown. (reuters),

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history

What happened in 1976?

1976 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
  • NBC replaces the peacock logo
  • Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1976?

January 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

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