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About August 23rd, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: Republican convention (Miami Beach, Florida) re-nominates Vice President Spiro Agnew but not unanimous - one vote given to NBC newsman David Brinkley.
- Day of the week: August 23rd, 1972 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: River Phoenix, Kobe Bryant
- 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
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Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1972?
- August 23, 1972: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1972?
- August 23, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1972?
What day of the week was August 23, 1972?
August 23, 1972 was a Wednesday and it was the 236th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1972 can also be written as 8/23/1972 in the US and as 23/8/1972 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1972:
- Republican convention (miami beach, florida) re-nominates vice president spiro agnew but not unanimous - one vote given to nbc newsman david brinkley.
August 23, 1972: What were the magazines covers that day?
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August 23, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
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August 23, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1972 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 23, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:00 pm and setting at 06:01 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 23, 1972?
Famous people born on August 23, 1972:
- Anthony Calvillo
Cfl quarterback (hamilton tiger cats).
- Manuel Vidrio
Mexican footballer, coach, and manager.
- Mark Butcher
English singer and cricketer.
- Martin Grainger
Manager and english footballer.
- Raul Casanova
Puerto rican-american baseball player.
- Tony Carter
Nfl running back (chicago bears).
- Sheldon Benoit
Cfl linebacker (bc lions).
- Souad Massi
- Khemraj Naiko
- Anna Orlova
- Petter Christian Singsaas
- Oleksandr Svitlyčnyj
- Stephen Bradley
- Roberto Giulio Cassiano
- Vanessa Galipoli
- Davran Babaev
- Erika Bella
- Mauro Bonomi
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
![River Phoenix]()
River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 8 months old,
or 620 months and 15 days old,
or 2698 weeks
or 18886 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 23, 1972?
There are 108 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 23, 1972.
August 23, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1972:
- Balis Dvarionas
Composer dies at 68.
- Maiola Kalili
- Giuseppe Biondelli
- Georg von Braun
- Arthur Russell
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
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August 23, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1972:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1972:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 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 23, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 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 23, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 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 23, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1972 was School's Out by Alice Cooper, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 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 23, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1972 was Power Of Love by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 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 23, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Last House on the Left
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Wes Craven
Starring: Sandra Peabody, Lucy Grantham, David Hess, Fred J. Lincoln
Country: United States of America
Chloe in the Afternoon
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Éric Rohmer
Starring: Bernard Verley, Zouzou, Françoise Verley, Daniel Ceccaldi
The Italian Connection
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Fernando Di Leo
Starring: Mario Adorf, Henry Silva, Woody Strode, Adolfo Celi
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Blacula
Release year: 1972
Directed by: William Crain
August 23, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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:
The David Steinberg Show
Release year: 1972
Greenwich Village
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Laura Archibald|
The Patchwork Family
Release year: 1972
Starring: Carol Corbett, Cary Antebi, John Canemaker, Joanna Pang
Country: United States of America
August 23, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Game Of The Foxes
By: Ladislas Farago
Ladislas Farago was a long-standing student of espionage, and an important figure in U.S. intelligence. Naval Intelligence during World War II tells the entire story of German espionage within the United States and Great Britain, before and after World War …
The Boys Of Summer
By: Roger Kahn
This book is about young men who learnt to play baseball in the 1930s and 1940s. They then go on to play major-league baseball.
The Peter Prescription
By: Laurence J. Peter
Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.
Captains And The Kings
By: Taylor Caldwell
Joseph Armagh was twelve years old when he first visited America in the early 1850s. He was an Irish immigrant from Ireland.
August 23, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on August 23, 1972?
On August 23, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1972?
On August 23, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1972?
On August 23, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
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.
