Tuesday August 22, 1972: on this day
About August 22nd, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: International Olympic Committee exspells Rhodesia
- Day of the week: August 22nd, 1972 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Dua Lipa, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: Brandy (You're A Fine Girl) by Looking Glass
- #1 UK song: School's Out by Alice Cooper
- Popular movie: The Last House on the Left directed by Wes Craven
More about August 22nd, 1972? See below for more news and curiosities on August 22nd, 1972.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1972?
- August 22, 1972: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1972?
- August 22, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1972?
What day of the week was August 22, 1972?
August 22, 1972 was a Tuesday and it was the 235th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1972 can also be written as 8/22/1972 in the US and as 22/8/1972 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1972:
- International olympic committee exspells rhodesia
- Rhodesia is expelled by the ioc for its racist policies.
- John wojtowicz, 27, and sal naturile, 18, hold several chase manhattan bank employees hostage for 17 hours in gravesend, brooklyn, n.y, an event later dramatized in the film ''dog day afternoon''.
August 22, 1972: What were the magazines covers that day?
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August 22, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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.
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August 22, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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August 22, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1972 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1972 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 22, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 06:30 pm and setting at 04:51 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1972.
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Who was born on August 22, 1972?
Famous people born on August 22, 1972:
- Doriana Forlani
Doriana Forlani is an Italian entrepreneur and the co-founder of the successful fashion brand Pinko.
- Kunga Selden
Elected member of parliament known for advocating for environmental policies.
- Safi Faye
Safi Faye is a Senegalese actress known for her roles in several Senegalese films.
- Marliece Andrada
Marliece andrada is an actress known for her role as maxine de la cruz on the tv series baywatch.
- Galilea Marengo
Argentinian model and television personality.
- Paul Doucette
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (matchbox twenty the break and repair method and tabitha's secret).
- Okkert Brits
South african pole vaulter.
- Steve Kline
American baseball coach and player.
- Max Wilson
German-brazilian race car driver.
- Stephen Boyd
Nfl linebacker (detroit lions).
- Pontus Schultz
Swedish journalist (d. 2012).
- Felix Machado
- Andrija Balajić
- Steve Plater
- Ri Yong-sam
- Verónica Arroyos
- Simona Malpezzi
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
- Dua Lipa
Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
- James Corden
James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
- Kristen Wiig
Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
- Tori Amos
American singer-songwriter.
- Richard Armitage
Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
- Rodrigo Santoro
Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
- Ray Bradbury
American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
- Honor Blackman
British actress.
- Micheline Presle
French actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.
August 22, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 8 months old,
or 620 months and 18 days old,
or 2698 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18889 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 1972.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 22, 1972?
There are 104 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 22, 1972.
August 22, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1972:
- Sanzio Blasi
- Muhamméd-Gabdulháj Kurbangalíev
- Ángel Romano
- Carlos Astudillo . (n. 1944)
- Eduardo Capello
- Mario Emilio Delfino . (n. 1942)
- Alfredo Kohan
- José Ricardo Mena
- Clarisa Lea Place
- Mariano Pujadas
- Carlos Alberto del Rey
- María Angélica Sabelli
- Humberto Suárez
- Humberto Toschi
- Alejandro Ulla
- Ana María Villarreal de Santucho
- guerrilleros asesinados
- Susana Lesgart (22)
- Miguel Ángel Polti (21)
- jóvenes militantes revolucionarios son asesinados en la Masacre de Trelew
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
- Colleen Dewhurst
Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
- Sebastian Cabot
Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
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August 22, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1972:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1972:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1972 was Brandy (You're A Fine Girl) by Looking Glass, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)
- Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
- The Hollies - Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
- Argent - Hold Your Head Up
August 22, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1972 was School's Out by Alice Cooper, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Alice Cooper - School's Out
- Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs - Seaside Shuffle
- Donny Osmond - Puppy Love
- Hawkwind - Silver Machine
- Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
August 22, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1972 was Power Of Love by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 22, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Joe Simon - Power Of Love
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
- The Isley Brothers - Pop That Thang
- Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
August 22, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 22, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 22, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 22, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 22, 1972?
On August 22, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1972?
On August 22, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1972?
On August 22, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for August 1972?
August 1972 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.