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December 23, 1971 was the 357th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 23, 1971 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 23, 1971, who was born and died on December 23, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. Brand New Key by Melanie), movies (e.g. Women in Revolt, directed by Paul Morrissey), TV series (e.g. The Hilarious House Of Frightenstein) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 23, 1971?
- December 23, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 23, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 23, 1971?
- December 23, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 23, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- December 23, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 23, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- December 23, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 23, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 23, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 23, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 23, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on December 23, 1971?
What day of the week was December 23, 1971?
December 23, 1971 was a Thursday and it was the 357th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 23, 1971 can also be written as 12/23/1971 in the US and as 23/12/1971 in UK and Europe.
December 23, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 23, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 23, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 23, 1971 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 1971 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 December 23, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 10:55 am and setting at 11:02 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 02, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Dec 31, 1971.
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Who was born on December 23, 1971?
Famous people born on December 23, 1971:
![Corey Haim]()
Corey HaimCorey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.
- Tara Palmer-Tomkinson
British socialite and journalist known for her columns and TV appearances.
- Wim Vansevenant
Belgian cyclist.
- Masayoshi Yamazaki
Japanese singer-songwriter.
- Chris Cook
American race car driver.
- Jo Johnson
Journalist and politician from england, banker.
- Michalis Klokidis
Greek footballer.
- Pete Bercich
Nfl linebacker (minnesota vikings).
- Steve Stenstrom
Quarterback (chicago bears).
- Tamir Bloom
- Paul Camilleri
- Riccardo Castagna
- Aqan Sataev
Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:
![Estella Warren]()
Estella WarrenCanadian actress and model.
![Marie Bell]()
Marie BellFrom 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.
![Donna Tartt]()
Donna TarttAmerican author.
![Joan Severance]()
Joan SeveranceAmerican model actress and producer.
![Finn Wolfhard]()
Finn WolfhardFinn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.
![Robert Bly]()
Robert BlyAmerican poet, translator and editor.
![Esther Phillips]()
Esther PhillipsAmerican singer best known for her r&b vocals.
![Harry Shearer]()
Harry ShearerAmerican actor, director, and satirical writer.
![Elizabeth Hartman]()
Elizabeth HartmanActress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.
![Alison Sudol]()
Alison SudolSinger-songwriter and actress, known for her music project A Fine Frenzy.
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December 23, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 4 months old,
or 628 months and 2 days old,
or 2731 weeks
or 19117 days old,
if you were born on December 23, 1971.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 December 23, 1971?
There are 242 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 23, 1971.
December 23, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 23, 1971:
- Carlo Jachino
Composer dies at 84.
- Pasha Hristova
Bulgarian singer (born 1946).
- Livio Lorenzon
- Alberto Ancilotto
- Alessandro Cagno
- Annibale Fada
What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?
Famous deaths on December 23rd:
![Jack Webb]()
Jack WebbAmerican actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.
![Charlie Drake]()
Charlie DrakeBritish comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).
![Billy Barty]()
Billy BartyAmerican actor and singer (d.2000).
![Patric Knowles]()
Patric KnowlesEnglish actor (b. 1911).
- Truda White
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Emmilia Plater
Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.
- Yussef Lateef
Yussef Lateef was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer who was a pioneer of world music.
- Venida Browning
Renowned jazz singer and performer during the mid-20th century.
- Earmon Hubbard
American track and field athlete who set a world record in the long jump.
- John Chamberlain
Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.
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December 23, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 23, 1971:
- Festivus (from sitcom Seinfeld)
- Oaxaca - Night of the Radishes
- Secular humanism (American) - HumanLight observed
- R.C. Saints - John Cantius ; Thorlac Thorhallsson, patron saint of Iceland
- Sweden - Birthday of Queen Silvia, an official flag day
- Japan - The Emperor's Birthday - Birthday of Akihito, the current Emperor of Japan
- Roman festivals - Larentalia, a festival in honor of Larenta
- Ancient Latvia - Ziemassvetki held
December 23, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 23, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 20th and December 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 23, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 1971 was Brand New Key by Melanie, according to the music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.
December 23, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 23, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 20th and December 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Melanie - Brand New Key
- Sly & The Family Stone - Family Affair
- Don McLean - American Pie (Parts 1 and 2)
- Three Dog Night - An Old Fashioned Love Song
- Michael Jackson - Got To Be There
December 23, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 1971 was Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West) by Benny Hill, according to the music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.
December 23, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 23, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 20th and December 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Benny Hill - Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West)
- T Rex - Jeepster
- Slade - Coz I Luv You
- John Kongos - Tokoloshe Man
- Isaac Hayes - Theme From 'shaft'
December 23, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 1971 was Family Affair by Sly & The Family Stone, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.
December 23, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 23, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 20th and December 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Sly & The Family Stone - Family Affair
- Betty Wright - Clean Up Woman
- The Staple Singers - Respect Yourself
- Joe Simon - Drowning In The Sea Of Love
- Aretha Franklin - Rock Steady
December 23, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 23, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Women in Revolt
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Paul Morrissey
Starring: Candy Darling, Jackie Curtis, Holly Woodlawn, Jonathan Kramer
Country: United States of America
Gumshoe
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Starring: Albert Finney, Billie Whitelaw, Frank Finlay, Janice Rule
Black Killer
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Carlo Croccolo
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan
Country: Italy
A Clockwork Orange
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee, Michael Bates, Warren Clarke
Country: United States of America
Harold and Maude
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Hal Ashby
Starring: Ruth Gordon, Bud Cort, Vivian Pickles, Cyril Cusack
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 23, 1971 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 Hilarious House of Frightenstein
Release year: 1971
Starring: Billy Van, Julius Sumner Miller, Vincent Price, Fishka Rais
Country: Canada
The NBC Tuesday Mystery Movie
Release year: 1971
Country: United States of America
Great Performances
Release year: 1971
Written by: Marion J. Caffey, Daniel Ezralow, Josh Groban
Starring: Julie Andrews, Plácido Domingo, Walter Cronkite, Renée Fleming
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 23, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Exorcist
By: William Peter Blatty
The Exorcist was originally published in 1971. It is now a major TV series on FOX. It is still one of the most controversial novels and became a literary sensation. It spent 47 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller …
The Winds Of War
By: Herman Wouk
The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.
The Vantage Point
By: Lyndon Baines Johnson
What does it say about election years? Although the recent publication of Robert Caro's fourth volume of his massive biography about President Lyndon Baines Johnson might not answer this question it certainly does.
Tracy And Hepburn
By: Garson Kanin
The classic Hollywood memoir is back and this time with a new introduction by the author. Spence Tracy and Kate Hepburn were the celebrity couple that everyone knew, but few actually knew.
December 23, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 23, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Trek
Galaxy Game
Computer Space
The Oregon Trail
Who was the US President on December 23, 1971?
On December 23, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1971?
On December 23, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 23, 1971?
On December 23, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 23rd?
December 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of December. 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 December 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Drone incident at gatwick airport: two people were arrested by police just two days before and released without charge.
- 2017 - 2017 pacific typhoon season: tropical storm tembin: in the philippines, more than 200 people have been killed by floods and mudslides triggered by severe tropic storm vinta.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: more than 100 syrian army pows were reportedly found in east aleppo, the last rebel-held territory. they claim that they were executed by rebel forces.
What happened in 1971?
1971 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
- UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
- Swiss men accept female suffrage
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What was the calendar for December 1971?
December 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
