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May 24, 1974 was the 144th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 24, 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 May 24, 1974, who was born and died on May 24, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Streak by Ray Stevens), movies (e.g. Bootleggers, directed by Charles B. Pierce), TV series (e.g. My Old Man) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 24, 1974?
- May 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 24, 1974?
- May 24, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 24, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- May 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 24, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on May 24, 1974?
What day of the week was May 24, 1974?
May 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 24, 1974:
- Dean martin show, last airs on nbc-tv
May 24, 1974: 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, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 24, 1974 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 May 24, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 08:08 am and setting at 11:14 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 1974.
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Who was born on May 24, 1974?
Famous people born on May 24, 1974:
- Ken Jennings
Ken jennings is an american game show contestant and author, best known for holding the record for the longest winning streak on the quiz...
- Jewe Jewel
Jewel is a singer-songwriter known for her folk and pop music, and for hits like 'you were meant for me' and 'foolish games'.
- Jens Lapidus
A Swedish author known for his crime fiction novels set in the criminal underworld of Stockholm.
- Florence Baverel-Robert
French biathlete, who participated in the biathlon at 2006 winter olympics in turin (italy).
- Dashel Mihok
Dash Mihok is an actor known for his roles in various films and TV shows.
- Sébastien Foucan
French actor and runner.
- Masahide Kobayashi
Japanese baseball player and coach.
- Magnus Manske
Mediawiki was developed by a german computer programmer and biochemist.
- Will Sasso
Canadian screenwriter and producer of actor producers.
- Marcus Coleman
Free safety (new york jets).
- Ace Custis
Nba forward (dallas mavericks).
- Natalie Neaton in Royal Oak
Michigan, usa; soccer forward (olympics 1996).
- Maria Alejandra Vento in Caracas
Venezuela; tennis star (1995 futures-braz).
- Thorbjørn Harr
- Maria Vento-Kabchi
- Heorhij Leončuk
- Darina Mifkova
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, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 11 months old,
or 599 months and 1 day old,
or 2604 weeks and 6 days old,
or 18234 days old,
if you were born on May 24, 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 May 24, 1974?
There are 29 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, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 24, 1974.
May 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 24, 1974:
- Arth Ellington
Arth Ellington was an American dancer and choreographer who was a pioneer of modern dance.
- Duke Ellington
Renowned jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader who also had business ventures in music publishing.
- Didrik Christensen
- Mario Bacciocchi
- Arthur Chickering
- Paolo Greco
- Pard Pearce
- Clyde Cowan
- Konrad Frey
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, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 24, 1974:
- 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, 1974:
- Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
- Saint Amadl
- Saint Suzanna
- Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
May 24, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 24, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 20th and May 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.
May 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ray Stevens - The Streak
- Jackson 5 - Dancing Machine
- Marvin Hamlisch - The Entertainer
- Three Dog Night - The Show Must Go On
- Paul McCartney - Band On The Run
May 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1974 was Sugar Baby Love by The Rubettes, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.
May 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Rubettes - Sugar Baby Love
- Abba - Waterloo
- Bay City Rollers - Shang-A-Lang
- Peters & Lee - Don't Stay Away Too Long
- Wombles - Remember You're A Womble
May 24, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 1974 was I'm In Love by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.
May 24, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - I'm In Love
- William DeVaughn - Be Thankful For What You Got
- The O'Jays - For The Love Of Money
- Stevie Wonder - Don't You Worry 'bout A Thing
- Kool & The Gang - Hollywood Swinging
May 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 24, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Bootleggers
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Charles B. Pierce
Starring: Paul Koslo, Dennis Fimple, Slim Pickens, Jaclyn Smith
Daisy Miller
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich
Starring: Cybill Shepherd, Barry Brown, Cloris Leachman, Mildred Natwick
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
Welcome to Arrow Beach
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Laurence Harvey
Starring: Laurence Harvey, Joanna Pettet, Stuart Whitman, John Ireland
May 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 24, 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:
My Old Man
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Erman
The Zoo Gang
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Watson
Landline
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gillian Robespierre
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Adam Shankman
May 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 24, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Burr
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
Plain Speaking
By: Merle Miller
This candid biography is based on never-aired TV interviews that were filmed in 1962, when Harry Truman, the former President of the United States, was 77 years old and had been retired for nine years.
Cashelmara
By: Susan Howatch
A rich and powerful story about a wealthy, titled English family living in Ireland in the 19th Century.
May 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 24, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Qwak!
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on May 24, 1974?
On May 24, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1974?
On May 24, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 24, 1974?
On May 24, 1974 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 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 May 1974?
May 1974 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.
