Monday January 22, 1973: on this day

January 22, 1973 was the 22nd day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 22, 1973 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 22, 1973, who was born and died on January 22, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 22, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Superstition by Stevie Wonder), movies (e.g. The Boss, directed by Fernando Di Leo), TV series (e.g. Lawinenpatrouille) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 22nd, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 22, 1973?


January 22, 1973 was a Monday and it was the 22nd day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 22, 1973 can also be written as 1/22/1973 in the US and as 22/1/1973 in UK and Europe.

January 22, 1973 in January 1973 calendar

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January 22, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 22, 1973:

  • Roe vs. wade: us supreme court legalizes some abortions
  • The u.s. supreme court rules in roe v. wade that women, as part of their constitutional right to privacy, can terminate a pregnancy during its first two trimesters.
  • Us, north and south vietnam and vietcong sign boundary accord.
  • A chartered boeing 707 explodes in flames upon landing at kano airport, nigeria, killing 176.
  • The supreme court of the united states delivers its decisions in roe v. wade and doe v. bolton, legalizing elective abortion in all fifty states.
  • The crew of apollo 17 addresses a joint session of congress after the completion of the final apollo moon landing mission.
  • In a bout for the world heavyweight boxing championship in kingston, jamaica, challenger george foreman knocks down champion joe frazier six times in the first two rounds before the fight is stopped by referee arthur mercante.

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January 22, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 22nd 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 22, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 22, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Water 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 January 22nd, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 22, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 22, 1973 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 22, 1973 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 22, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 09:39 pm and setting at 09:27 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Who was born on January 22, 1973?


Famous people born on January 22, 1973:

  • Erin O'Toole

    Canadian politician serving as the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.

  • Amalya Mordvinova

    Russian figure skater known for her elegance and technical skills.

  • Rogério Ceni

    Brazilian footballer.

  • Deon Minor in Paris

    Texas, usa; 400m runner.

  • Reggie Barlow

    Wide receiver (jacksonville jaguars).

  • Larry Birkhead

    American photographer.

  • Said Larossi

    Soccer player (emmen/vitesse).

  • Vincent Bradford

    Linebacker (san francisco 49ers).

  • George Noga

    Canadian football league linebacker (winnipeg blue bombers).

  • Olivier Nicolas
  • Erik Bernasconi
  • Stewart Castledine
  • Rajiv Chandrasekaran
  • Paul Gerrard
  • Roland Habisreutinger
  • Brandon Silent
  • Deon Minor

Whose famous birthday is on January 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 22nd:

  • Namrata Shirodkar
    Namrata Shirodkar

    Indian actress who primarily worked in Bollywood films and won the Miss India pageant in 1993.

  • Michael Hutchence
    Michael Hutchence

    Australian singer and musician.

  • Jim Jarmusch
    Jim Jarmusch

    American film-maker with a czech-german-french-irish background.

  • Piper Laurie
    Piper Laurie

    Piper Laurie is an American actress who has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards for her performances in films like 'The Hustler' and...

  • Diane Lane
    Diane Lane

    Diane lane is an american actress known for her roles in films such as unfaithful, under the tuscan sun, and the perfect storm.

  • Linda Blair
    Linda Blair

    American model who was five years old.

  • John Hurt
    John Hurt

    British actor who is widely recognized for his tv roles as quentin crisp, the famous homosexual, in "the naked civil servant" (tv) and...

  • Sam Cooke
    Sam Cooke

    American singer with amazing singing talent.

  • Olivia d'Abo
    Olivia d'Abo

    English-american actress and singer.

  • Bill Bixby
    Bill Bixby

    American actor who charmed two generations with five tv series, including "my favorite martian", 1963, "the courtship of eddie's father" and...

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January 22, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 2 months old,

or 614 months and 29 days old,

or 2673 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18716 days old,

if you were born on January 22, 1973.

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 22, 1973?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 22nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 22, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 22, 1973.

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January 22, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 22, 1973:

  • Lynkin Baines

    Lynkin Baines was an American politician who served as the 36th president of the United States from 1963 to 1969.

  • Lyndon Johnson

    36th President of the United States known for his 'Great Society' programs.

  • Lyndon Baines Johnson

    Former President of the United States who was known for his political career.

  • Legend Johnson

    Legend Johnson was a prominent political figure known for his contributions to civil rights and social reform.

  • Nicolò Asaro
  • Giulio Battiferri
  • Yaakov Dori
  • Dragutin Vragović
  • Boris Kapitanovič Aleksandrov

What famous deaths happened on January 22nd?

Famous deaths on January 22nd:

  • Telly Savalas
    Telly Savalas

    Telly Savalas was an American actor, singer, and businessman, best known for his role as the title character in the television series Kojak.

  • Heath Ledger
    Heath Ledger

    Australian actor.

  • Jean Simmons
    Jean Simmons

    British actress onscreen since 1944.

  • Ann Miller
    Ann Miller

    American dancer, who was a star in broadway's "sugar babies" alongside mickey rooney.

  • Liz Renay
    Liz Renay

    American exotic dancer, model and stripper.

  • Alma Rubens
    Alma Rubens

    American actress (born 1897).

  • Jobyna Ralston
    Jobyna Ralston

    Actress (wings girl shy, freshman), is killed at 66.

  • Frances Gifford
    Frances Gifford

    Emphysema deaths at 71.

  • Alan Hale
    Alan Hale

    American actor.

  • Roy Brown
    Roy Brown

    American singer-songwriter.

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holidays

January 22, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 22, 1973:

  • New Zealand - Wellington Anniversary.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of St. Vincent.
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January 22, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 22, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 22nd and January 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 22, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 22, 1973 was Superstition by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 22, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 22, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Superstition
  2. - You're So Vain
  3. - Crocodile Rock
  4. - Your Mama Don't Dance
  5. - Why Can't We Live Together

January 22, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 22, 1973 was Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond, according to the music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 22, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 22, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Long Haired Lover From Liverpool
  2. - Blockbuster
  3. - The Jean Genie
  4. - You're So Vain
  5. - Solid Gold Easy Action

January 22, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 22, 1973 was Why Can't We Live Together by Timmy Thomas, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 22, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 22, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Why Can't We Live Together
  2. - Superstition
  3. - The World Is A Ghetto
  4. - Trouble Man
  5. - Love Jones

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January 22, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 22, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Boss

The Boss

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Fernando Di Leo

Starring: Henry Silva, Richard Conte, Gianni Garko, Antonia Santilli

Steelyard Blues

Steelyard Blues

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Alan Myerson

Starring: Mel Stewart, Donald Sutherland, Howard Hesseman, Morgan Upton

Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Corrado Farina

Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti

Country: Italy

Last Tango in Paris

Last Tango in Paris

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci

Manson

Manson

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jim Van Bebber

January 22, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 22, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

The Bobby Darin Show

The Bobby Darin Show

Release year: 1973

Starring: Bobby Darin, Richard Bakalyan, Roger Carroll, Geoff Edwards

Country: United States of America

Dead of Night

Dead of Night

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Release year: 1972

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

January 22, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 22, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Odessa File by Frederick Forsyth

The Odessa File

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A suicide of an elderly German Jew explodes in revelation after revelation. Of a Mafia-like organisation called Odessa...of a real-life fugitive known by the "Butcher of Riga"..of young German journalist, tumed obsessed assassin and.

All Creatures Great And Small by James Herriot

All Creatures Great And Small

By:

This classic bestseller is multimillion-copy. Enter the magical world of James Herriot, the beloved veterinarian and his gang of funny, heartwarming, and tragic animal patients.

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

The Peter Prescription by Laurence J. Peter

The Peter Prescription

By:

Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.

Two From Galilee by Marjorie Holmes

Two From Galilee

By:

Marjorie Holines is one of our most loved authors. This extraordinary bestseller tells the story about Mary and Joseph in a way that has never before been told. It's the greatest love story.

January 22, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 22, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on January 22, 1973?

On January 22, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 22, 1973?

On January 22, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 22, 1973?

On January 22, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 22nd?

January 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Israeli-palestinian conflict - a hamas militant is shot and killed, while two other hamas members are hurt when an israeli tank fires on the gaza strip following a violent protest. israel defense forces' action is in retaliation to a shooting that lightly injured an officer and for two brief palestinian incursions into israel.
  • 2018 - Seven people were killed in clashes with security forces and worshippers who took part in an ethiopian orthodox religious celebration marking timkat (epiphany), in woldiya. this was happening over the weekend.
  • 2017 - A 7.9 magnitude earthquake strikes west of panguna in papua new guinea below bougainville island. there are no immediate reports of major injuries or casualties. the tsunami alert for papua new guinea, solomon islands and new guinea has been canceled.

Find out more about January 22nd

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What happened in 1973?

1973 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
  • Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
  • Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1973?

January 1973 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.

Discover how January 1973 calendar looked like.

Monday January 22, 1973