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May 25, 1972 was the 146th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 25, 1972 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 25, 1972, who was born and died on May 25, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 25, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Oh Girl by The Chi-Lites), movies (e.g. The Way of the Dragon, directed by Bruce Lee), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 25th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 25, 1972?
- May 25, 1972: What happened on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 25, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 25, 1972?
- May 25, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 25, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- May 25, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 25, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 25, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 25, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on May 25, 1972?
What day of the week was May 25, 1972?
May 25, 1972 was a Thursday and it was the 146th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 25, 1972 can also be written as 5/25/1972 in the US and as 25/5/1972 in UK and Europe.
May 25, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 25, 1972:
- Heavyweight joe frazier kos ron stander
- Us performs nuclear test at nevada test site.
May 25, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 25th 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 25, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 25, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 25th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 25, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 25, 1972 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 25, 1972 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 25, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:16 pm and setting at 04:06 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1972.
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Who was born on May 25, 1972?
Famous people born on May 25, 1972:
![Barbara Schulz]()
Barbara SchulzShe was a french film and stage actress, and is nominated for the cesar for best promising actress.
- Cung Le
Renowned martial artist known for his striking skills and successful MMA career.
- Octavia Spencer
Investigative reporter known for her groundbreaking work in exposing corruption in government.
- Araeya Suri
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and nature.
- Azreal Shadowblade
Azreal Shadowblade is a highly sought-after business consultant known for his expertise in strategic planning and organizational...
- Even Rouault
Known for work on geospatial data processing tools.
- David O. Sacks
Co-founder of PayPal and Yammer.
- Karan Johar
Indian director, producer, writer, actor.
- Tony Ronaldson in Adelaide
South australia; basketball forward (olympics 1996).
- Antonio Lang
Nba forward (cleveland cavaliers).
- Tony Ronaldson
- Jeremy Bright
- Alessandro Forlani
- Alessandro Gariazzo
- Damian Gjiknuri
- Hwang Ok-sil
- Hikari Ishida
Whose famous birthday is on May 25th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 25th:
![Cillian Murphy]()
Cillian MurphyCillian Murphy is an Irish actor known for his roles in films such as 28 Days Later, Inception, and the Peaky Blinders TV series.
![Mike Myers]()
Mike MyersMike myers is a canadian comedian and actor best known for his roles in the 'austin powers' film series and as a cast member on 'saturday...
![Ian McKellen]()
Ian McKellenBritish actor, nominated for an oscar in 1999 for his performance in "gods and monsters".
![Anne Heche]()
Anne HecheAmerican actress, heche, who started her career in new york at age 17 as a soap star.
![Dave Lee Travis]()
Dave Lee TravisDave lee travis is a british dj known for his work on bbc radio 1 and as a presenter on top of the pops.
![Connie Sellecca]()
Connie SelleccaAmerican model actress and producer.
![Beverly Sills]()
Beverly SillsAmerican singer.
![Dixie Carter]()
Dixie CarterAmerican actress who was primarily a tv star.
![Octavia Spencer]()
Octavia SpencerAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Help.
![Jeanne Crain]()
Jeanne CrainAmerican actress, 16-year old former model.
May 25, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 10 months old,
or 622 months and 22 days old,
or 2707 weeks and 5 days old,
or 18954 days old,
if you were born on May 25, 1972.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 25, 1972?
There are 39 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 25th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 25, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 25, 1972.
May 25, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 25, 1972:
- Asta Nielsen
What famous deaths happened on May 25th?
Famous deaths on May 25th:
![Dany Robin]()
Dany RobinFrench actress, whose international work includes alfred hitchcock’s "topaz" 1969.
![Nicholas Clay]()
Nicholas ClayBritish actor (born 1946).
![Vic Tayback]()
Vic TaybackBrooklyn, new york -- actor.
![Roy Brown]()
Roy BrownAmerican tv personality, puppeteer and clown, best known for his role as cooky the clown (also cooky the clown) on chicago's "bozo's circus"...
![Charles Nelson Reilly]()
Charles Nelson ReillyAmerican actor and tv host (born in 1931).
- Armarion Smith
Award-winning actor known for his versatile roles.
- Yasna Petrova
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Sundiata
Founder of the Mali Empire and known as the Lion King.
- Beatryce Beebe
Renowned astronomer known for her work on planetary motion.
- Gid Tanner
Legendary baseball player known for his exceptional hitting skills.
May 25, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 25, 1972:
- Ancient Latvia - Urbanas Diena observed
- Virginia - Confederate Memorial Day (1868)
- Argentina - Day of May Revolution/National Day (1810)
- Towel Day, in memory of Douglas Adams, is observed in ?
- The Ascension, one of the great feasts in the Christian liturgical calendar
- The former Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia - Day of Youth
- Chad, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe - African Liberation Day
- Officially declared Carrie Underwood Day in Oklahoma for her winning American Idol
- Jordan - National Day/Arab Renaissance Day (1946)
- Africa Day commemorating the 1963 fouding of he AU's precursor, OAU
Observances on May 25, 1972:
- Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories, 25-31 May
Saints celebrated on May 25, 1972:
- Saint Reinolf
- Saint Marie-Madeleine-Sofie Barat (died 1865)
- Saint Bede the Venerable (died 735)
- Saint Frederic
- Saint Augustine of Canterbury
- Saint Bruno of Wnrzburg
- Saint Hildebert
- Saint Pope Gregory VII (died 1085)
May 25, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 25, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 25, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 25, 1972 was Oh Girl by The Chi-Lites, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 25, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Sammy Davis Jr. - The Candy Man
May 25, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 25, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 25, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- T Rex - Metal Guru
- David Cassidy - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
- Vicky Leandros - Come What May
- Elton John - Rocket Man
May 25, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 25, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 25, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Millie Jackson - Ask Me What You Want
- (The Preacher) Bobby Womack - Woman's Gotta Have It
May 25, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 25, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Way of the Dragon
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bruce Lee
Starring: Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Nora Miao, Ping Ou Wei
Country: United States of America
Sitting Target
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Douglas Hickox
Starring: Oliver Reed, Jill St. John, Ian McShane, Edward Woodward
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Chato's Land
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Michael Winner
Starring: Charles Bronson, Jack Palance, James Whitmore, Simon Oakland
Baron Blood
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Mario Bava
Starring: Joseph Cotten, Elke Sommer, Massimo Girotti, Luciano Pigozzi
May 25, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 25, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Love Thy Neighbour
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Smith
Number 96
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Peter Bernardos
May 25, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 25, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Report From Engine Co. 82
By: Dennis Smith
Dennis Smith tells the tale of Dennis Smith's brutal yet inspiring journey, from his brave firefighters to the hopeless, beautiful, and beleaguered residents in the poverty-stricken area where he works.
My Name Is Asher Lev
By: Chaim Potok
Asher Lev, a Ladover Hashid, is kosher and prays three times daily. He also believes in the Ribbono Shel Olom (Master of the Universe).
Eleanor And Franklin
By: Joseph P. Lash
#1 New York Times Bestseller--Winners of the Pulitzer Prize & National Book AwardIn Joseph P.'s extraordinary biography about the most important political couple of the 20th century, Joseph P.
The Friends Of Eddie Coyle
By: George V. Higgins
This classic novel by "America's greatest crime novelist" Time has a new introduction by Dennis Lehane. George V. Higgins' seminal crime novel tells the story of thieves, mobsters and cops.
May 25, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 25, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on May 25, 1972?
On May 25, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 25, 1972?
On May 25, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 25, 1972?
On May 25, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 25th?
May 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th 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 25th, such as:
- 2019 - Saudi arabia-united states relations. iran-saudi arabia relations. iran-saudi arabia proxy conflict: u.s. president donald trump bypasses congress and approves the sale of billions worth of weapons to saudi arabia. he cited iranian threats against the latter.
- 2018 - Noblesville west middle school shootings: two people were injured in a shooting at noblesville west middle school, noblesville, indiana. one suspect is currently in police custody.
- 2017 - A booby-trapped package that was intended to be a gift for the former prime minister of greece, lucas papademos, explodes in his car in athens. his injuries are not considered life-threatening according to authorities.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1972?
May 1972 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.
