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February 22, 1978 was the 53rd day of the year 1978, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is February 22, 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 February 22, 1978, who was born and died on February 22, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 22, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Snake in the Eagle's Shadow, directed by Woo-Ping Yuen), 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 February 22nd, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 22, 1978?
- February 22, 1978: What happened on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 22, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 22, 1978?
- February 22, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 22, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- February 22, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 22, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 22, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on February 22, 1978?
What day of the week was February 22, 1978?
February 22, 1978 was a Wednesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 22, 1978 can also be written as 2/22/1978 in the US and as 22/2/1978 in UK and Europe.
February 22, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 22, 1978:
- Two tankers with propane gas explode killing 15 at waverly, tennessee.
February 22, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 22, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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February 22, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 22, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 22, 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 February 22, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:32 pm and setting at 06:44 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 February 22, 1978?
Famous people born on February 22, 1978:
- Jenny Frost
English singer and dancer (precious & atomic kitten).
- Dhani Jones
Dhani jones is a former professional american football player known for his career in the nfl and for his travel show on the travel channel.
- Brighton Jones
Successful businesswoman who founded a popular fashion brand.
- Gus Sorola
Co-founder of Rooster Teeth, a pioneering online entertainment company.
- Chen Sicheng
- Marko Ciurlizza
- Dominic Demeritte
- Friedrich Pinter
- Heidi Renoth
- Anders Rotevatn
- Trond Viggo Toresen
- Donna Vivino
- Tomi Metsäketo
- Demond Mallet
- Chiara Fumai
- Pete Mickeal
- Zoltán Balog
- Luca Betti
- Michele Cardinali
Whose famous birthday is on February 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 22nd:
![Drew Barrymore]()
Drew BarrymoreAmerican actress, noted family.
![Steve Irwin]()
Steve IrwinHe is an australian environmentalist and television personality.
![Kyle MacLachlan]()
Kyle MacLachlanAmerican actor best known for his portrayal of a small-town innocent in 1986's "blue velvet.
![Thomas Jane]()
Thomas JaneAmerican producer and director of actor.
![Giulietta Masina]()
Giulietta MasinaItalian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.
![Julie Walters]()
Julie WaltersBritish actress who received critical acclaim for her performance as "educating rita", winning a tony award for stage performance.
![Bruce Forsyth]()
Bruce ForsythLondon, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).
![Jonathan Demme]()
Jonathan DemmeAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Sheila Hancock]()
Sheila HancockEnglish actress and author.
![Ellen Greene]()
Ellen GreeneAmerican actress and singer.
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February 22, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 2 months old,
or 554 months and 3 days old,
or 2409 weeks and 1 day old,
or 16864 days old,
if you were born on February 22, 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 February 22, 1978?
There are 303 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 22nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 22, 1978.
February 22, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 22, 1978:
- Evalette Renoux
Renowned French painter known for her vibrant landscapes and still life compositions.
- Elvenia S. Warner
Prolific writer known for her captivating novels.
- Clarette Leona
Renowned for her vibrant and expressive abstract paintings.
- Hal Borland
Hal Borland was an American author and journalist, best known for his nature-themed writing.
- Phyllis McGinley
United states -- poet (pulitzer 1961, love letters).
- Jack Taylor
- Joachim Büchner
What famous deaths happened on February 22nd?
Famous deaths on February 22nd:
![Simone Simon]()
Simone SimonFamed french actress, best known for marc allegret’s "lac aux dames.
![Ed Flanders]()
Ed FlandersActor (dr westphall st elsewhere), commits suicide when he is 60.
![Morgan Woodward]()
Morgan WoodwardAmerican actor (b. 1925).
![Edith Barrett]()
Edith BarrettActress (molly & me ghost ship), dies aged 64.
![Efrem Zimbalist]()
Efrem ZimbalistRussian-american violinist composer, conductor.
![Joan Woodbury]()
Joan WoodburyActress (super sleuth, northwest trail).
- Beyla Warhol
Beyla Warhol was an American visual artist, film director, and producer who was a leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop...
- Andy Warhol
A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic silkscreen paintings of celebrities and consumer products.
- Javel Warhol
American artist and a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.
- Charles Lyell
Charles Lyell was a Scottish geologist who is best known as the author of the famous book 'Principles of Geology', which presented the...
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February 22, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 22, 1978:
- Blessed Saint Isabel of France (+1270)
- United States - Washington's Birthday (traditionally).
- Ash Wednesday in 2023.
- The Scouting movement celebrates this day as "B.-P. day" or "Founder's Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
- The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts celebrates this day as "Thinking Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
- Roman Catholic Church - Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter.
Saints celebrated on February 22, 1978:
- Saint Lucia - independence (1979).
February 22, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 22, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 22, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 22, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Andy Gibb - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
- Billy Joel - Just The Way You Are
- Dan Hill - Sometimes When We Touch
- Samantha Sang - Emotion
February 22, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 22, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 22, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Take A Chance On Me
- Brotherhood Of Man - Figaro
- Scott Fitzgerald & Yvonne Keely - If I Had Words
- Darts - Come Back My Love
- Althia & Donna - Uptown Top Ranking
February 22, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 1978 was It's You That I Need by Enchantment, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 22, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Enchantment - It's You That I Need
- Parliament - Flashlight
- Heatwave - Always And Forever
- Commodores - Too Hot Ta Trot
- Stargard - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
February 22, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 22, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Snake in the Eagle's Shadow
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Woo-Ping Yuen
Starring: Jackie Chan, Siu Tin Yuen, Jang Lee Hwang, Dean Shek
Country: United States of America
Fingers
Release year: 1978
Directed by: James Toback
Starring: Harvey Keitel, Tisa Farrow, Jim Brown, Michael V. Gazzo
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
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
The Toolbox Murders
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Dennis Donnelly
Starring: Cameron Mitchell, Pamelyn Ferdin, Wesley Eure, Nicolas Beauvy
February 22, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 22, 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
Release year: 1978
Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Professionals
Release year: 1977
Written by: Brian Clemens
Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
February 22, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 22, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Women'S Room
By: Marilyn French
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 Black Marble
By: Joseph Wambaugh
He is a damned fine cop. A homicide detective wrapped around a Smith & Wesson.38 bottle and a vodka can.
The Immigrants
By: Howard Fast
Howard Fast's first book is a beloved family saga. "A most beautiful book...there hasn’t been a book in years that can do an job on readers’ emotions that this book."
Essays Of E.B. White
By: E.B. White
This classic collection is by one of the most important essayists of all time.
The Honorable Schoolboy
By: John le Carré
Franklin Center, PA: Franklin Library / First Edition Society 1977. First edition. Full-leather. Bound in orange brown leather full leather with raised band, gilt-decorated, -titled, all edges are gilt
February 22, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 22, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Sargon
Astro Battle
The Cottage
Pirate Adventure
Depth Charge
Who was the US President on February 22, 1978?
On February 22, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 1978?
On February 22, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 22, 1978?
On February 22, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 22nd?
February 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of February. 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 February 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 venezuelan presidential crisis: venezuelan national guard troops open fire on indigenous pemon protestors who tried to block a military convoy headed to brazil-venezuela border. at least two people were killed and 14 more were injured.
- 2018 - Police in montenegro have identified the attacker of a grenade attack against the u.s. embassy in podgorica yesterday. he was an ex-military veteran of the armed forces of yugoslavia, according to authorities.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.
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 February 1978?
February 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
