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May 24, 1971 was the 144th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 24, 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 May 24, 1971, who was born and died on May 24, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones), movies (e.g. Whity, directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder), TV series (e.g. Quentin Durward) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 24, 1971?
- May 24, 1971: What happened on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 24, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 24, 1971?
- May 24, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 24, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- May 24, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 24, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 24, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on May 24, 1971?
What day of the week was May 24, 1971?
May 24, 1971: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 24, 1971:
- A commuter bus plunges into panam� canal, killing 38 of 43 aboard.
May 24, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 24, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 24, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 24, 1971 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 May 24, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:05 am and setting at 10:04 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 10, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 1971.
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Who was born on May 24, 1971?
Famous people born on May 24, 1971:
- Kris Draper
Canadian ice hockey player (detroit red wings).
- Troy Barnett
Nfl defensive end (new england patriots).
- Paul Ragusa in Bulach
Switzerland; canadian 48kg freestyle wrestler (olympics-1996).
- George Osborne
Politician.
- Giulia Moi
- Sokol Prenga
- Helena Barquilla
- Thomas Langmann
- Andrea De Priamo
- Sam Houser
Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:
![Alfred Molina]()
Alfred MolinaEnglish actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksDouglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...
![Eric Cantona]()
Eric CantonaHe was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.
![Priscilla Presley]()
Priscilla PresleyGerman-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.
![Kristin Scott Thomas]()
Kristin Scott ThomasKristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.
![Jim Broadbent]()
Jim BroadbentJim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...
![Sybil Danning]()
Sybil DanningAmerican playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.
![Cecilia Cheung]()
Cecilia CheungActress and singer from hong kong.
![Lilli Palmer]()
Lilli PalmerGerman actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.
![Tommy Chong]()
Tommy ChongComedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.
May 24, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 10 months old,
or 634 months and 26 days old,
or 2760 weeks and 4 days old,
or 19324 days old,
if you were born on May 24, 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 May 24, 1971?
There are 35 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 24, 1971.
May 24, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 24, 1971:
- Guglielmo Donati
- Marius Lund
- Raichō Hiratsuka
What famous deaths happened on May 24th?
Famous deaths on May 24th:
![Rachel Kempson]()
Rachel KempsonEnglish-american actress (d.2003).
![Edward Mulhare]()
Edward MulhareCork city, ireland -- actor.
![Asta Nielsen]()
Asta NielsenDanish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.
![Guy Kibbee]()
Guy KibbeeActor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAt 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).
![John Foster Dulles]()
John Foster DullesAmerican, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).
![Mitzi Green]()
Mitzi GreenActress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.
- Nicholaos Copernicus
Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.
May 24, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 24, 1971:
- Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
- Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
- Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
- Eritrea: National Day.
- Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
- Mary, Help of the Christians
- Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.
Saints celebrated on May 24, 1971:
- Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
- Saint Amadl
- Saint Suzanna
- Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
May 24, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 24, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 24th and May 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 24, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1971 was Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.
May 24, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 24th and May 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Rolling Stones - Brown Sugar
- Three Dog Night - Joy To The World
- Jackson 5 - Never Can Say Goodbye
- The Honey Cone - Want Ads
- Ringo Starr - It Don't Come Easy
May 24, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1971 was Knock Three Times by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.
May 24, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 24th and May 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn - Knock Three Times
- The Rolling Stones - Brown Sugar / Bitch / Let It Rock
- Dave & Ansil Collins - Double Barrel
- R Dean Taylor - Indiana Wants Me
- Ringo Starr - It Don't Come Easy
May 24, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 1971 was Want Ads by The Honey Cone, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.
May 24, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 24th and May 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Honey Cone - Want Ads
- Aretha Franklin - BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER
- The 8th Day - She's Not Just Another Woman
- Wilson Pickett - Don't Knock My Love - Pt. 1
- Jackson 5 - Never Can Say Goodbye
May 24, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 24, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Whity
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Starring: Ron Randell, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Harry Baer
One More Train to Rob
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Andrew V. McLaglen
Starring: George Peppard, Diana Muldaur, John Vernon, France Nuyen
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
Big Jake
Release year: 1971
Directed by: George Sherman, John Wayne
Starring: John Wayne, Richard Boone, Maureen O'Hara, Patrick Wayne
Country: United States of America
Escape from the Planet of the Apes
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Don Taylor
Starring: Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Bradford Dillman, Natalie Trundy
Country: United States of America
May 24, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 24, 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:
Quentin Durward
Release year: 1971
Starring: Marie-France Boyer
Country: France
Wenn der Vater mit dem Sohne
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Hans Quest
The Ten Commandments
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Cecil B. DeMille
Primus
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Moshcam
May 24, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 24, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Bell Jar
By: Sylvia Plath
The Bell Jar is about Esther Greenwood's crack-up. She was brilliant, beautiful, incredibly talented, and slowly falling apart -- perhaps for the last time.
The New Centurions
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Joseph Wambaugh, an ex-cop and #1 New York Times bestseller writer, created a new type of literature through his outstanding early police procedurals.
The Throne Of Saturn
By: Allen Drury
This prolific 20th Century American author has written a novel about space and politics
Mr. Cub
By: Ernie Banks and Jim Enright
Autobiography of Ernie Banks, a Hall of Fame Major League Baseball pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.
The Passions Of The Mind
By: Irving Stone
A compelling portrait of the Viennese neurologer, which focuses on his intense, agonized research years that led to the discovery of psychoanalysis.
May 24, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 24, 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 May 24, 1971?
On May 24, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1971?
On May 24, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 24, 1971?
On May 24, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 24th?
May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of May. 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 May 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
- 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.
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 May 1971?
May 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
