Saturday August 23, 1975: on this day
August 23, 1975 was the 235th day of the year 1975, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 23, 1975 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 23, 1975, who was born and died on August 23, 1975, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1975, which were the most popular songs (ex. Fallin' In Love by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds), movies (e.g. Hard Times, directed by Walter Hill), TV series (e.g. The New Tom & Jerry Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1975 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1975?
- August 23, 1975: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1975?
- August 23, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1975?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1975?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1975?
What day of the week was August 23, 1975?
August 23, 1975 was a Saturday and it was the 235th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1975 can also be written as 8/23/1975 in the US and as 23/8/1975 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1975: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1975:
- Classical way wins championship cup at roosevelt raceway
- Communists take over laos
- Ethiopian junta under mengistu haile
- Free guitarist paul kossoff revived from dead after heart attack
- Philip kapleau conducts 1st jukai ceremony in poland
- Successful communist coup in laos.
- The start of the wave hill walk-off by gurindji people in australia, lasting eight years, a landmark event in the history of indigenous land rights in australia, commemorated in a 1991 paul kelly song and an annual celebration.
- The pontiac silverdome opens in pontiac, michigan, 30 miles (48 km) northwest of detroit, michigan
August 23, 1975: 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, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.
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August 23, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1975 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1975 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, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 08:14 pm and setting at 08:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 21, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Sep 20, 1975.
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Who was born on August 23, 1975?
Famous people born on August 23, 1975:
- Joelie Benson
Joelie Benson is a Grammy-nominated American singer and songwriter known for her soulful R&B music.
- Eldar Sætre
Norwegian biathlete who competed in the Winter Olympics and World Championships.
- Delailah Dawson
Delailah Dawson is an American author known for her fantasy and science fiction novels.
- Rupal Thakkar
Rupal Thakkar is an Indian entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup.
- Arlenne Arce
Arlenne Arce is a Puerto Rican politician who has served in the Puerto Rico House of Representatives since 2017.
- Carinne Joly
Carinne Joly is a former French volleyball player who played for the French national team.
- Curtis Sittenfeld
Bestselling American author known for novels like 'Prep' and 'American Wife.
- Sean Marks
New zealand-american basketball player, manager.
- Eliza Carthy
Blue murder is an english fiddler and singer-songwriter.
- Jarkko Ruutu
Finnish ice hockey player.
- Rodrigo Santoro
Actor.
- Bünyamin Sudaş
Turkish weightlifter.
- Joe Andruzzi
Nfl guard (green bay packers, super bowl 31).
- Abdelhalim Sayah
- Marco Ciriello
- Gustavo Endres
- Barbora Garbová
- José Félix Guerrero
- Naoya Kikuchi
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
- River Phoenix
River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
- Kobe Bryant
Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
- Gene Kelly
American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
- Barbara Eden
American 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 pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
- Rick Springfield
An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
- Shelley Long
American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
- Jay Mohr
American comedian, actor, and radio host.
- Vera Miles
American actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years 8 months old,
or 584 months and 3 days old,
or 2539 weeks and 6 days old,
or 17779 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1975.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 23, 1975?
There are 119 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, 1975?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 23, 1975.
August 23, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1975:
- Wendell Ladner
Wendell Ladner was an American professional basketball player who played in the NBA for the New Orleans Jazz and Houston Rockets.
- Ovida Delch
Ovida Delch was an American actress who appeared in several films during the silent era.
- Faruk Gürler
Turkish general (b. 1913).
- Hank Patterson
Actor fred ziffel-green acres, dies at 87.
- Attilio Mattei
- Herman Tillemans
- Robert Mertens
- Sidney Buchman
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
- Rudolph Valentino
Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
- Lori Nelson
Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
- Kathleen Freeman
Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
- Brock Peters
Nyc, 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, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1975:
- 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, 1975:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1975 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1975 was Fallin' In Love by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 1975: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds - Fallin' In Love
- Eagles - One Of These Nights
- K.C and the Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
- Bee Gees - Jive Talkin'
- Glen Campbell - Rhinestone Cowboy
August 23, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1975 was I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love) by The Stylistics, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 1975: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Stylistics - I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)
- Typically Tropical - Barbados
- Bay City Rollers - Give A Little Love
- Smokie - If You Think You Know How To Love Me
- Roger Whittaker - The Last Farewell
August 23, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1975 was Get Down Tonight by KC And The Sunshine Band, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 1975: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1975 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- KC And The Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
- New Birth - Dream Merchant
- Graham Central Station - Your Love
- Sharon Paige and Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Hope That We Can Be Together Soon
- Earth, Wind & Fire - That's The Way Of The World
August 23, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1975 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 23, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1975 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 23, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1975 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 23, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 1975 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 23, 1975?
On August 23, 1975 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1975?
On August 23, 1975 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1975?
On August 23, 1975 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 1975?
1975 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 48th National Spelling Bee: Hugh Tosteson wins spelling incisor
- British population agrees to European Common Market membership
- Egypt President Sadat reopens Suez Canal
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What was the calendar for August 1975?
August 1975 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.