Wednesday October 23, 1974: on this day

October 23, 1974 was the 296th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 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 October 23, 1974, who was born and died on October 23, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Then Came You by Dionne Warwicke), movies (e.g. The Little Prince, directed by Stanley Donen), TV series (e.g. Der Leutnant Vom Schwanenkietz) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 1974?


October 23, 1974 was a Wednesday and it was the 296th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1974 can also be written as 10/23/1974 in the US and as 23/10/1974 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1974 in October 1974 calendar

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October 23, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Wood 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 October 23rd, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 1974 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 23, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 02:14 pm and setting at 12:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 01, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Oct 31, 1974.

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Who was born on October 23, 1974?


Famous people born on October 23, 1974:

  • Aravind Adiga

    Aravind Adiga is an Indian author and journalist who won the 2008 Man Booker Prize for his debut novel, The White Tiger.

  • Derek Landy

    Derek Landy is an Irish author best known for the 'Skulduggery Pleasant' series of fantasy novels.

  • Christine Yoshikawa

    Canadian pianist.

  • Sander Westerveld

    Soccer player (fc twente).

  • Beatrice Faumuina

    New zealand discus thrower.

  • DJ Spinbad

    American producer and dj.

  • Kaleena Kiff in Santa Monica

    California, usa; actress (patti - love sidney).

  • Kaleena Kiff

    Tv actress.

  • Beatrice Roini Liua Faumuina

    New zealand -- discus thrower (1996 olympics).

  • Dani Tyler

    Denver, colorado -- softball player (1996 olympics - gold medalist).

  • Chiara Moroni
  • Aldo Olcese
  • Gabriel Pareyon

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 49 years 5 months old,

or 593 months and 5 days old,

or 2579 weeks and 1 day old,

or 18054 days old,

if you were born on October 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 October 23, 1974?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 23, 1974.

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October 23, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 1974:

  • Luigi Paterlini
  • Aleksandr Orlov
  • Egon Zill
  • Menyhért Lengyel

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd

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October 23, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 1974:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 21st and October 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1974 was Then Came You by Dionne Warwicke, according to the music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Then Came You
  2. - You Haven't Done Nothin'
  3. - You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet
  4. - Jazzman
  5. - The Bitch Is Back

October 23, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1974 was Everything I Own by Ken Boothe, according to the music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Everything I Own
  2. - Sad Sweet Dreamer
  3. - Annie's Song
  4. - Far Far Away
  5. - Gee Baby

October 23, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1974 was Higher Plane by Kool & The Gang, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Higher Plane
  2. - Let's Straighten It Out
  3. - Do It ('til You're Satisfied)
  4. - Papa Don't Take No Mess (Part I)
  5. - You Haven't Done Nothin'

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October 23, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Little Prince

The Little Prince

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Stanley Donen

Starring: Richard Kiley, Steven Warner, Joss Ackland, Clive Revill

Appassionata

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

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Phantom of the Paradise

Phantom of the Paradise

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Starring: Paul Williams, William Finley, Jessica Harper, Gerrit Graham

Country: United States of America

The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser

The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Werner Herzog

Starring: Bruno S., Walter Ladengast, Brigitte Mira, Willy Semmelrogge

Country: Germany

October 23, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 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:

Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz

Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz

Release year: 1974

Kolchak: The Night Stalker

Kolchak: The Night Stalker

Release year: 1974

Written by:

Starring: Darren McGavin, Simon Oakland, Jack Grinnage, Ruth McDevitt

Country: United States of America

Land of the Lost

Land of the Lost

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Brad Silberling

Countdown

Countdown

Release year: 1974

Starring: Ian 'Molly' Meldrum, Debra Byrne, Daryl Braithwaite, Skyhooks

Country: Australia

October 23, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Watership Down by Richard Adams

Watership Down

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Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.

The Memory Book by Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas

The Memory Book

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You can unleash the hidden power in your mind with Harry Lorayne's and Jerry Lucas’s simple, failsafe memory system. This will allow you to become more productive, imaginative, and powerful at work.

Cavett by Dick Cavett and Christopher Porterfield

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The Dogs Of War by Frederick Forsyth

The Dogs Of War

By:

"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 …

Something Happened by Joseph Heller

Something Happened

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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.

October 23, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Tank

Tank

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military strategy

Publisher: Kee Games

Rebound

Rebound

Platform: Arcade

Genre: sport

history

Who was the US President on October 23, 1974?

On October 23, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1974?

On October 23, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1974?

On October 23, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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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 October 1974?

October 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 1974 calendar looked like.

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