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August 24, 1979 was the 236th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 24, 1979 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 24, 1979, who was born and died on August 24, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Sharona by The Knack), movies (e.g. Org, directed by Fernando Birri), TV series (e.g. Ride On Stranger) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1979?
- August 24, 1979: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1979?
- August 24, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1979?
What day of the week was August 24, 1979?
August 24, 1979 was a Friday and it was the 236th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1979 can also be written as 8/24/1979 in the US and as 24/8/1979 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1979:
- Cars play concert in new york central park
- Nfl fans (60,916) choose old new england patriots' logo over new.
- Ghana recognizes the sahrawi arab democratic republic (sadr).
August 24, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th 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 24, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 24, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1979 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1979 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 24, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:55 am and setting at 09:12 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 08, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1979.
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Who was born on August 24, 1979?
Famous people born on August 24, 1979:
- Meital Dohan
Israeli actress known for her role in 'Weeds'.
- Taggert Bozied
Former professional baseball player who excelled in the minor leagues.
- Kaki King
American composer and guitarist.
- Michael Redd
American basketball player.
- Fabienne Carat
Fabienne carat is a french actress known for her role as samia nassri in the television series plus belle la vie.
- Elva Hsiao
Taiwanese singer known for her pop music.
- Vahur Afanasjev
Estonian poet and author.
- Orlando Engelaar
Dutch footballer.
- Markus Walger
German rugby player.
- Katja Nyberg
- Levi Jones
- Adriano Barbosa Miranda da Luz
- Dario Biasi
- Andrea Chiodi
Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:
![Rupert Grint]()
Rupert GrintRupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.
![Dave Chappelle]()
Dave ChappelleDave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.
![Chad Michael Murray]()
Chad Michael MurrayChad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...
![Paulo Coelho]()
Paulo CoelhoBrazilian esoteric author.
![Stephen Fry]()
Stephen FryBritish actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.
![Martha Higareda]()
Martha HigaredaMartha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.
![Anne Archer]()
Anne ArcherAmerican actress.
![Marlee Matlin]()
Marlee MatlinAmerican actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...
![Pia Degermark]()
Pia DegermarkSwedish actress.
![Takashi Miike]()
Takashi MiikeJapanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.
August 24, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 8 months old,
or 536 months
or 2330 weeks and 5 days old,
or 16315 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 1979.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 24, 1979?
There are 122 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 24, 1979.
August 24, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1979:
- Hanna Reitsch
Hanna Reitsch was a pioneering German aviator who set more than 40 flight altitude records and was the first woman to fly a helicopter.
- Bernt Evensen
What famous deaths happened on August 24th?
Famous deaths on August 24th:
![Richard Attenborough]()
Richard AttenboroughEnglish actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.
![Julie Harris]()
Julie HarrisAmerican actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.
![Louis Prima]()
Louis PrimaAmerican actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).
![Jane Greer]()
Jane GreerAmerican singer and actress (d. 2001).
![Jay Thomas]()
Jay ThomasAmerican actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).
![Amanda Randolph]()
Amanda RandolphActress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.
- Charlie Watts
Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.
- Sakae Mutsu
Japanese statesman and diplomat.
- Delancey
Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.
- Muriel Siebert
Muriel Siebert was the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and founded the securities firm Muriel Siebert & Co.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th
August 24, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1979:
- Liberia: Flag Day
- RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
- Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
- Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
- Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
August 24, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 24, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1979 was My Sharona by The Knack, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Knack - My Sharona
- Chic - Good Times
- Barbra Streisand - The Main Event & Fight
- Earth, Wind and Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Donna Summer - Bad Girls
August 24, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1979 was I Don't Like Mondays by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Boomtown Rats - I Don't Like Mondays
- Cliff Richard - We Don't Talk Anymore
- Abba - Angeleyes / Voulez Vous
- The Police - Can't Stand Losing You
- Ian Dury & The Blockheads - Reasons To Be Cheerful (Part 3)
August 24, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 24, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chic - Good Times
- Earth, Wind & Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Teddy Pendergrass - Turn Off The Lights
- Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
August 24, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Lidija Juracik, Isaac Twen Obu, Nolika Pareda
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
Home Movies
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: Nancy Allen, Mary Davenport, Kirk Douglas, Vincent Gardenia
Org
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Fernando Birri
Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza
Country: Italy
Kaala Patthar
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Yash Chopra
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Shatrughan Sinha, Rakhee Gulzar
August 24, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
The Mallens
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Brian Mills
240-Robert
Release year: 1979
Country: United States of America
Stone
Release year: 1979
Country: United States of America
August 24, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Shibumi
By: Trevanian
Nicholai Hül is the most wanted man in the world. He was born in Shanghai during World War I chaos. His parents were an aristocratic Russian mother, and a mysterious German father.
Good As Gold
By: Joseph Heller
Bruce Gold, a Jewish, middle-aged professor of English literature, is on the verge of a great career in politics. It's not too soon as Gold longs for it.
I'M Dancing As Fast As I Can
By: Barbara Gordon
Barbara Gordon's remarkable memoir is about a woman who thinks she has it all. She works as a documentary producer for Emmy-awarded documentary producers, and she loves the man she loves.
Lauren Bacall By Myself
By: Lauren Bacall
"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON
August 24, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Beam Invader
Aim for the Ace!
4-Player Bowling Alley
Aim for the Ace!
Warrior
Who was the US President on August 24, 1979?
On August 24, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1979?
On August 24, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1979?
On August 24, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 24th?
August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
- 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.
What happened in 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for August 1979?
August 1979 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.
