Sunday December 29, 1974: on this day

December 29, 1974 was the 363rd day of the year 1974, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 29, 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 December 29, 1974, who was born and died on December 29, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Angie Baby by Helen Reddy), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. The Sweeney) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 1974?


December 29, 1974 was a Sunday and it was the 363rd day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 1974 can also be written as 12/29/1974 in the US and as 29/12/1974 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 1974 in December 1974 calendar

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December 29, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 29, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 29, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 29, 1974 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 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 December 29, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:34 pm and setting at 08:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1975.

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Who was born on December 29, 1974?


Famous people born on December 29, 1974:

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

  • Twinkle Khanna
    Twinkle Khanna

    Twinkle Khanna is an Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films.

  • Mahal

    Filipino actress, comedian and vlogger (d. 2021).

  • Maria Dizzia

    American actress.

  • O'Neil Bell

    Jamaican boxer (b. 1974).

  • Ryan Shore

    Canadian producer and composer.

  • Vegas

    World music singer.

  • Richie Sexson

    American baseball coach and player.

  • Tom Knight

    Cornerback (arizona cardinals).

  • James Darling

    Linebacker (philadelphia eagles).

  • Evgenij Tarelkin
  • Heather French
  • Papa Malick Diop
  • Andrine Flemmen
  • Tomasz Bobel

Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Green Mile and Pieces of April.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Shawn Hatosy
    Shawn Hatosy

    American actor.

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December 29, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 49 years 2 months old,

or 590 months and 19 days old,

or 2568 weeks and 2 days old,

or 17978 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 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 December 29, 1974?

There are 285 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 29, 1974.

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December 29, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 29, 1974:

  • Alessandro Cervellati
  • Robert Ellis

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

  • Bridge Baron

    Renowned American bridge player.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 29th

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December 29, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 1974:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 29, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 23rd and December 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 29, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1974 was Angie Baby by Helen Reddy, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Angie Baby
  2. - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
  3. - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
  4. - Kung Fu Fighting
  5. - Cat's In The Cradle

December 29, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 29, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 29, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lonely This Christmas
  2. - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
  3. - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet
  4. - Juke Box Jive
  5. - Oh Yes You're Beautiful

December 29, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 1974 was Boogie On Reggae Woman by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Boogie On Reggae Woman
  2. - Kung Fu Fighting
  3. - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
  4. - When Will I See You Again
  5. - Funky President (People It's Bad)

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December 29, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Jacob the Liar

Jacob the Liar

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Frank Beyer

Starring: Vlastimil Brodský, Erwin Geschonneck, Henry Hübchen, Blanche Kommerell

Young Frankenstein

Young Frankenstein

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Mel Brooks

Starring: Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle

Country: United States of America

The Front Page

The Front Page

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Billy Wilder

Starring: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia

Country: United States of America

December 29, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 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:

The Sweeney

The Sweeney

Release year: 1974

Written by:

Starring: John Thaw, Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Big Showdown

The Big Showdown

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Wong Tin Lam

Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz

Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz

Release year: 1974

The Life of Riley

The Life of Riley

Release year: 1974

Country: United States of America

December 29, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Ebony Tower by John Fowles

The Ebony Tower

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The Ebony Tower consists of a novella and three stories. It also includes a translation from a medieval French tale. This book explores the tangled relationships between love, hate, pleasure, pain, reality, fantasy, and reality.

A Bridge Too Far by Cornelius Ryan

A Bridge Too Far

By:

This is the classic account of one of World War II's most dramatic battles.

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carre

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy

By:

The New York Times bestseller author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold and The Night Manager. Now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.

The Woman He Loved by Ralph G. Martin

The Woman He Loved

By:

Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972

Something Happened by Joseph Heller

Something Happened

By:

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.

December 29, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 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

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Rebound

Rebound

Platform: Arcade

Genre: sport

history

Who was the US President on December 29, 1974?

On December 29, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1974?

On December 29, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 1974?

On December 29, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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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 December 1974?

December 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.

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Sunday December 29, 1974