Tuesday March 21, 1978: on this day

March 21, 1978 was the 80th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is March 21, 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 March 21, 1978, who was born and died on March 21, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 21, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Night Fever by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Ecce bombo, directed by Nanni Moretti), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 21st, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 21, 1978?


March 21, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 80th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 21, 1978 can also be written as 3/21/1978 in the US and as 21/3/1978 in UK and Europe.

March 21, 1978 in March 1978 calendar

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March 21, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 21, 1978:

  • The u.s. most comprehensive homosexual rights bill is passed in san francisco

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March 21, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 21st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 21, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 21, 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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Discover the planets positions on March 21st, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 21, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 21, 1978 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 21, 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 March 21, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 03:20 pm and setting at 04:42 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 23, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1978.

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Who was born on March 21, 1978?


Famous people born on March 21, 1978:

  • Rani Mukerji
    Rani Mukerji

    Movie actress.

  • Akshaya Mukul

    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist specializing in investigative reporting.

  • Haizel Cheng

    Haizel Cheng is a Chinese businesswoman and the co-founder of Xiaomi, a leading smartphone and consumer electronics company.

  • Vivika Holzer

    Vivika Holzer is a German entrepreneur and the co-founder of Zalando, a leading European online fashion retailer.

  • Avanni Jayawardene

    A former Sri Lankan cricketer who played as a right-handed batsman and occasional wicket-keeper.

  • Anavi Jain

    Anavi Jain is an Indian businesswoman and the co-founder of Nykaa, a leading e-commerce platform for beauty and wellness products.

  • Winsley Holt

    Winsley Holt is a talented American singer-songwriter and guitarist, known for his soulful and introspective music.

  • Madissen Faber

    Madissen Faber is a bestselling author of young adult fiction novels.

  • Mikailah Abrams

    Mikailah Abrams is an American politician who has served as a member of the state legislature.

  • Illyanna Petrovna

    Illyanna Petrovna is a prominent business executive who has held leadership roles in several multinational corporations.

  • Adith Poddar

    Adith Poddar is an Indian businessman and the CEO of a leading e-commerce company.

  • Rileyann Wilkins

    Rileyann Wilkins is a bestselling author of young adult fiction novels.

  • Kenzey Emerson

    Kenzey Emerson is a bestselling author of young adult fiction novels.

  • Kirbie Chen

    Kirbie Chen is a Chinese-American business executive and the CEO of a leading technology company in Silicon Valley.

  • Shadee Hasan

    Bangladeshi singer and songwriter known for his fusion of traditional and contemporary music.

  • Carmita Landaverde

    Carmita Landaverde is a celebrated Salvadoran dancer who has performed with various renowned dance companies around the world.

  • Adea Rexhepi

    Adea Rexhepi is a Kosovar-American businesswoman and the CEO of a multinational technology company.

  • Delvina Marku

    Delvina Marku is a renowned artist known for her unique style and innovative works.

  • Livian Jiang

    Livian Jiang is a Chinese businesswoman and the co-founder of the online travel platform Ctrip.

Whose famous birthday is on March 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 21st:

  • Matthew Broderick
    Matthew Broderick

    Matthew broderick is a well-known american actor, best known for his roles in ferris bueller's day off and the producers.

  • Gary Oldman
    Gary Oldman

    An english actor, musician, and filmmaker best known for his portrayals of sometimes villainous characters.

  • Rosie O'Donnell
    Rosie O'Donnell

    American comedian, actress and talk show host.

  • Françoise Dorléac
    Françoise Dorléac

    French actress and older sister to catherine deneuve.

  • Timothy Dalton
    Timothy Dalton

    Timothy dalton is a british actor known for his portrayal of james bond in two films during the late 1980s.

  • Marie-Christine Barrault
    Marie-Christine Barrault

    French actress, on television, stage, and film, she is the daughter of max barrault (jean louis brother).

  • Eddie Money
    Eddie Money

    American composer and musician.

  • Scott Eastwood
    Scott Eastwood

    Scott eastwood is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the fate of the furious and suicide squad.

  • Russ Meyer
    Russ Meyer

    American screenwriter and producer (d. 2004).

  • Virginia Weidler
    Virginia Weidler

    American child star, who was four years old when she first appeared in "surrender.

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March 21, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 1 month old,

or 553 months and 3 days old,

or 2405 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16836 days old,

if you were born on March 21, 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 March 21, 1978?

There are 331 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday March 21st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 21, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 21, 1978.

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March 21, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 21, 1978:

  • Therma Sarony

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Cearbhall Ó Dálaigh

    President of ireland (b. 1911).

  • Pietro Pitrone
  • Émile Bulteel

What famous deaths happened on March 21st?

Famous deaths on March 21st:

  • Ludmilla Tchérina
    Ludmilla Tchérina

    French actress and choreographer, ballerina (d. 2004).

  • Dack Rambo
    Dack Rambo

    American actor who has worked steadily since he was in highschool.

  • Ernie Wise
    Ernie Wise

    British comedian for over 40 years, who was partnered with eric morecambe from the time he died on 5/28/1984.

  • Michael Redgrave
    Michael Redgrave

    Bristol, england -- actor (browning version lady vanishes).

  • Lili Damita
    Lili Damita

    At 89, errol flynn's wife (bridge of san luis rey), is killed.

  • Alberta Watson
    Alberta Watson

    Canadian actress (d. 2015).

  • Anthony Steel
    Anthony Steel

    London, england -- actor ("malta story, wooden horse").

  • Lilyan Tashman
    Lilyan Tashman

    Actor (bulldog drummer), dies at 34.

  • Macdonald Carey
    Macdonald Carey

    American actor who acted primarily in movies and television series.

  • James Rebhorn
    James Rebhorn

    American actor (d. 2014.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 21st

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March 21, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 21, 1978:

  • Blessed Clementia of Hohenberg
  • World Poetry Day - by UNESCO.
  • St. Nicholas of Flue
  • Astrology: First day of star sign Aries.
  • China: Chunfen.
  • Harmony Day in Australia.
  • World Down Syndrome Day
  • Earth Day.
  • Ostara - Neopagan festival of Ostara.
  • The third day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.

Observances on March 21, 1978:

  • Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Struggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination, 21-27 March
  • International Day of Nowruz
  • International Day of Forests

Saints celebrated on March 21, 1978:

  • Saints Philemon and Domnin
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March 21, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 21, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 20th and March 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 21, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 21, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 21, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Night Fever
  2. - Stayin' Alive
  3. - Emotion
  4. - Lay Down Sally
  5. - Can't Smile Without You

March 21, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 21, 1978 was Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 21, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Wuthering Heights
  2. - Take A Chance On Me
  3. - Denis
  4. - Come Back My Love
  5. - Wishing On A Star

March 21, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 21, 1978 was Bootzilla by Bootsy's Rubber Band, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 21, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bootzilla
  2. - Flashlight
  3. - The Closer I Get To You
  4. - It's You That I Need
  5. - Stayin' Alive

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March 21, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 21, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ecce bombo

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

Mean Dog Blues

Mean Dog Blues

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Mel Stuart

Starring: Gregg Henry, Kay Lenz, Scatman Crothers, Tina Louise

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

What's Up Superdoc!

What's Up Superdoc!

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Derek Ford

Starring: Christopher Mitchell, Julia Goodman, Harry H. Corbett, Bill Pertwee

House Calls

House Calls

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Howard Zieff

Starring: Walter Matthau, Glenda Jackson, Art Carney, Richard Benjamin

March 21, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 21, 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:

All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small

Release year: 1978

Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Professionals

The Professionals

Release year: 1977

Written by:

Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

March 21, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 21, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Stranger Is Watching by Mary Higgins Clark

A Stranger Is Watching

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Ronald Thompson is aware that he didn't kill Nina Peterson... but the state of Connecticut will soon take his life after proving him guilty through due process of law.

All Things Wise And Wonderful by James Herriot

All Things Wise And Wonderful

By:

James Herriot's stories of his life as a Yorkshire veterinarian were loved by readers.

The Women'S Room by Marilyn French

The Women'S Room

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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.

The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady by Edith Holden

The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady

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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.

Dreams Die First by Harold Robbins

Dreams Die First

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"Robbins eroticized commerce and, at the time, commercialized erotica. He dashing into an rich new market for dirty novels." --The New Yorker. "Robbins' dialog is moving... His people have the warmth

March 21, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 21, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Starfleet Orion

Starfleet Orion

Platform: PET, TRS-80, Apple II

Genre: Sci-Fi strategy game

Publisher: Epyx

MUD1

MUD1

Platform: Platform independent

Genre: Fantasy MUD

Slot Racers

Slot Racers

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action, Maze

Publisher: Atari

3-D Docking Mission

3-D Docking Mission

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Programma International The Elektrik Keyboard

Pirate Adventure

Pirate Adventure

Platform: TRS-80, Vic 20, TI-99/4A, Apple II Plus, Commodore PET, Commodore 16, Commodore Plus/4, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Dragon 32/64

Genre: text adventure

Publisher: Adventure International

history

Who was the US President on March 21, 1978?

On March 21, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 21, 1978?

On March 21, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 21, 1978?

On March 21, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about March 21st?

March 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of March. 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 March 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: six people die and 23 are injured in three explosions that occurred during nowruz celebrations in kabul, afghanistan.
  • 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: houthis claim that they have shot down an f-15 royal saudi air force jet flying over sa'da province, yemen.
  • 2017 - War in somalia: at least five people are killed when a car bomb explodes near villa somalia, president of somalia mohamed abdullahi mohamed’s official residence in mogadishu.

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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 March 1978?

March 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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Tuesday March 21, 1978