Wednesday March 21, 1979: on this day

March 21, 1979 was the 80th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 21, 1979 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, 1979, who was born and died on March 21, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 21, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tragedy by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Szpital przemienienia, directed by Edward Zebrowski), TV series (e.g. Bedtime Stories) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 21st, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 21, 1979?


March 21, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 80th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 21, 1979 can also be written as 3/21/1979 in the US and as 21/3/1979 in UK and Europe.

March 21, 1979 in March 1979 calendar

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March 21, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 21, 1979:

  • Egyptian parliament unanimously approves peace treaty with israel.

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March 21, 1979: 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, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 21, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on March 21st, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 21, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

36%

The moon phase on March 21, 1979 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 21, 1979 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, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 12:57 am and setting at 12:06 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 13, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Apr 12, 1979.

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Who was born on March 21, 1979?


Famous people born on March 21, 1979:

  • Brendi Love

    Renowned musician with a successful music career.

  • Kasson Sutherland

    Innovative computer scientist specializing in artificial intelligence.

  • David Carr

    David Carr is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 10 seasons.

  • Francys Da Silveira

    Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Jana Novotná

    Jana Novotná is a mathematician known for her contributions to number theory and algebra.

  • Shamus Finnigan

    Noted physicist specializing in quantum mechanics.

  • Daniel Cormier

    Former UFC Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight Champion with a successful MMA career.

  • Bianca Lawson

    Actress.

  • Melissa Gorga

    Reality star.

  • Freema Agyeman

    Actress.

  • Patrícia de Oliveira Ferreira
  • Daniel Arnefjord
  • Fredrik Berglund
  • Davide Degli Esposti
  • Ava Rocha
  • Simon Strübin
  • Cyril Chapuis
  • Jerry Allen
  • Yahir

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, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 1 month old,

or 541 months and 3 days old,

or 2353 weeks

or 16471 days old,

if you were born on March 21, 1979.

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, 1979?

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, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 21, 1979.

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March 21, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 21, 1979:

  • Ėval'd Vasil'evič Il'enkov

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.

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March 21, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 21, 1979:

  • 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, 1979:

  • 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, 1979:

  • Saints Philemon and Domnin
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March 21, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 21, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 19th and March 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 21, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 21, 1979 was Tragedy by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 21, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tragedy
  2. - I Will Survive
  3. - What A Fool Believes
  4. - Heaven Knows
  5. - Shake Your Groove Thing

March 21, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 21, 1979 was I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 21, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Will Survive
  2. - Oliver's Army
  3. - Lucky Number
  4. - Something Else / Friggin' In The Riggin'

March 21, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 21, 1979 was I Got My Mind Made Up (You Can Get It Girl) by Instant Funk, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

March 21, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 21, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 19th and March 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Got My Mind Made Up (You Can Get It Girl)
  2. - He's The Greatest Dancer
  3. - Bustin' Loose
  4. - I Will Survive
  5. - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?

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March 21, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 21, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Szpital przemienienia

Szpital przemienienia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Edward Zebrowski

Starring: Piotr Dejmek, Jerzy Binczycki, Henryk Bista, Ewa Dalkowska

Ernesto

Ernesto

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Salvatore Samperi

Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò

Country: Italy

Org

Org

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Fernando Birri

Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza

Country: Italy

The Champ

The Champ

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli

Starring: Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway, Ricky Schroder, Jack Warden

Country: United States of America

Boulevard Nights

Boulevard Nights

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Michael Pressman

Starring: Richard Yniguez, Danny De La Paz, Marta DuBois, James Victor

March 21, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 21, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Worzel Gummidge

Worzel Gummidge

Release year: 1979

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

You Can't Do That on Television

You Can't Do That on Television

Release year: 1979

Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy

Country: Canada

Turnabout

Turnabout

Release year: 1979

Directed by: E.B. Hughes

Danger UXB

Danger UXB

Release year: 1979

Written by:

Starring: Anthony Andrews, Maurice Roëves, George Innes, Gordon Kane

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

March 21, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 21, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mommie Dearest by Christina Crawford

Mommie Dearest

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Mommie Dearest, a memoir and expose by Christina Crawford (adopted daughter of Joan Crawford), is written by Christina Crawford. The book depicts Christina's childhood as well as her relationship with her mother.

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years by Howard J. Ruff

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years

By:

Howard J. Ruff is an author, financial advisor and founder of The Ruff Times Financial Newsletter. Howard started publication of The Ruff Times in 1975. It is a pioneering financial advisory newsletter.

The Stories Of John Cheever by John Cheever

The Stories Of John Cheever

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NATIONAL BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE Pulitzer Prize. The Stories of John Cheever became a national bestseller immediately after its publication. It also won the Pulitzer Prize. In

Evergreen by Belva Plain

Evergreen

By:

Anna Friedman is a modern classic of passion, ambition and determination that forever changed how we view the brave immigrants who arrived on American shores. The story of Anna Friedman captures the turbulent emotions of the people.

A Distant Mirror by Barbara W. Tuchman

A Distant Mirror

By:

Barbara W. Tuchman, the acclaimed author of The Guns of August, won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. She once again uses her gifts for character, history and sparkling prose to create an amazing portrait of medieval life.

March 21, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 21, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space

Space

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Edu-Ware

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Ozma Wars

Ozma Wars

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation 3 / PSP

Genre: fixed shooter

Publisher: SNK

Bomb Bee

Bomb Bee

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: Namco

Starhawk

Starhawk

Platform: Arcade, Vectrex

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Cinematronics

history

Who was the US President on March 21, 1979?

On March 21, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 21, 1979?

On March 21, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 21, 1979?

On March 21, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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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 1979?

1979 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
  • Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
  • 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy

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What was the calendar for March 1979?

March 1979 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.

Discover how March 1979 calendar looked like.

Wednesday March 21, 1979