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Monday December 23, 1974: on this day
December 23, 1974 was the 357th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 23, 1974 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, 1974, who was born and died on December 23, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Angie Baby by Helen Reddy), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. The Sweeney) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 23, 1974?
- December 23, 1974: What happened on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 23, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 23, 1974?
- December 23, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 23, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- December 23, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 23, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 23, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on December 23, 1974?
What day of the week was December 23, 1974?
December 23, 1974 was a Monday and it was the 357th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 23, 1974 can also be written as 12/23/1974 in the US and as 23/12/1974 in UK and Europe.
December 23, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 23, 1974:
- Good news opens at st. james theater nyc for 16 performances
December 23, 1974: 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, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 23, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 23, 1974 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 1974 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, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 12:23 pm and setting at 02:26 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Dec 29, 1974.
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Who was born on December 23, 1974?
Famous people born on December 23, 1974:
- Agustín Delgado
Ecuadorian footballer and politician.
- Mieszko Talarczyk
Polish-swedish producer and singer (nasum and genocide superstars), (d. 2004).
- Heather Donahue
Actress.
- Alfio Consoli
- Géza Imre
- Daniele Mondello
- Matthew Robinson
- Joe Jurevicius
Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:
![Corey Haim]()
Corey HaimCorey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.
![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.
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December 23, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 4 months old,
or 592 months and 3 days old,
or 2574 weeks and 4 days old,
or 18022 days old,
if you were born on December 23, 1974.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, 1974?
There are 241 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, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 23, 1974.
December 23, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 23, 1974:
- Norman Squire
- Florentino Pérez Embid
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.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 23rd
December 23, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 23, 1974:
- 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, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 23, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 23rd and December 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 23, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 1974 was Angie Baby by Helen Reddy, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 23, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Helen Reddy - Angie Baby
- Elton John - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Harry Chapin - Cat's In The Cradle
December 23, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 23, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mud - Lonely This Christmas
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- Bachman-Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet
- The Rubettes - Juke Box Jive
- Gary Glitter - Oh Yes You're Beautiful
December 23, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 1974 was Boogie On Reggae Woman by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 23, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Boogie On Reggae Woman
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- James Brown - Funky President (People It's Bad)
December 23, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 23, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Appassionata
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone
Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno
Country: Italy
The Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Jacob the Liar
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Frank Beyer
Starring: Vlastimil Brodský, Erwin Geschonneck, Henry Hübchen, Blanche Kommerell
Young Frankenstein
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Mel Brooks
Starring: Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle
Country: United States of America
The Front Page
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Billy Wilder
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 23, 1974 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 Sweeney
Release year: 1974
Written by: Ian Kennedy Martin
Starring: John Thaw, Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Big Showdown
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Wong Tin Lam
Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz
Release year: 1974
The Life of Riley
Release year: 1974
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 23, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Harlequin
By: Morris West
Paul Desmond admires George Harlequin, his friend and close friend for his exceptional European breeding. Harlequin is the head of a highly regarded Swiss bank and is part of a small group of gentlemen whose bond is their handshake.
Something Happened
By: Joseph Heller
Bob Slocum lived the American dream. He was blessed with a lovely wife, three beautiful children, a nice home, and all the mistresses that he wanted. He had it all, all except happiness.
A Bridge Too Far
By: Cornelius Ryan
This is the classic account of one of World War II's most dramatic battles.
The Dogs Of War
By: Frederick Forsyth
"Knocking off an armoured truck or a bank is just crude. A whole republic can be taken down with a single stroke. Sir James Manson is a shadowy titan in London's financial sector who is plotting a coup d’etat within …
The Woman He Loved
By: Ralph G. Martin
Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972
December 23, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 23, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on December 23, 1974?
On December 23, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1974?
On December 23, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 23, 1974?
On December 23, 1974 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 1974?
1974 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
- Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
- 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy
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What was the calendar for December 1974?
December 1974 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.
