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May 31, 1973 was the 151st day of the year 1973, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 31, 1973 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 31, 1973, who was born and died on May 31, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 31, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Love by Paul McCartney), movies (e.g. Baba Yaga, directed by Corrado Farina), TV series (e.g. Praise The Lord) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 31st, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 31, 1973?
- May 31, 1973: What happened on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 31, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 31, 1973?
- May 31, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 31, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- May 31, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 31, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 31, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on May 31, 1973?
What day of the week was May 31, 1973?
May 31, 1973 was a Thursday and it was the 151st day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 31, 1973 can also be written as 5/31/1973 in the US and as 31/5/1973 in UK and Europe.
May 31, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 31, 1973:
- The united states senate votes to cut off funding for the bombing of khmer rouge targets within cambodia, hastening the end of the cambodian civil war.
- Indian airlines flight 440 crashes near palam airport in delhi, killing 48.
May 31, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st 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 31, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 31st, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 31, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 31, 1973 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 1973 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 31, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:35 am and setting at 09:18 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Jun 15, 1973.
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Who was born on May 31, 1973?
Famous people born on May 31, 1973:
- Dominique Monami
Belgium tennis player, who placed 33rd through 64th in the women's singles at the atlanta olympics.
- Tyrone Williams
Nfl defensive back (green bay packers - super bowl 31).
- Dominique van Roost in Verviers
Belgium's tennis star (1995 futures - great britain).
- Kate Howey
English martial artist and coach.
- Chris Harmse
South african hammer thrower.
- Marty Janzen in Miami
Florida, usa; pitcher (toronto blue jays).
- Adriana Volpe
- Nina Lemeš
- Nataša Korolëva
- Pedro Díaz Lobato
- Rodrigo Cortés
- Arkadij Belyj
Whose famous birthday is on May 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 31st:
![Sandrine Bonnaire]()
Sandrine BonnaireFrench actress who has appeared in more than 40 hollywood and french films.
![Clint Eastwood]()
Clint EastwoodAmerican actor playing tough-guy roles.
![Colin Farrell]()
Colin FarrellHe was an irish actor who got his breakthrough role in 1998 when he was cast as iin ballykissangel on bbc tv.
![Brooke Shields]()
Brooke ShieldsAmerican actress and model.
![Lea Thompson]()
Lea ThompsonAmerican actress and dancer.
![Tom Berenger]()
Tom BerengerAmerican actor, film producer and television writer.
![Joe Namath]()
Joe NamathAmerican football player who led the new york jets' winning campaign at super bowl iii.
![Sharon Gless]()
Sharon GlessAmerican actress, whose greatest success was as a detective in the series "cagney and lacey" (1982).
![Eric Christian Olsen]()
Eric Christian OlsenAmerican actor.
![Don Ameche]()
Don AmecheAmerican actor, vaudeville and radio star with over 50 films dating back to 1936.
May 31, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 10 months old,
or 610 months and 19 days old,
or 2655 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18586 days old,
if you were born on May 31, 1973.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 31, 1973?
There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 31, 1973.
May 31, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 31, 1973:
- Albert Egges van Giffen Dutch archaeologist
At the age of 89, he dies.
- Luigi Erminio D'Olivo
- Gigi Pisano
- Armand Abel
What famous deaths happened on May 31st?
Famous deaths on May 31st:
![Jean Stapleton]()
Jean StapletonAmerican actress and singer (d. 2013).
![Martha Hyer]()
Martha HyerTexas, united states -- actress.
![Arlene Francis]()
Arlene FrancisAmerican actress and television personality, she has been a fixture on "what's my line" for 25 years.
![Dorothy Patrick]()
Dorothy PatrickActress (torch song - new orleans, high wall).
![Jack Dempsey]()
Jack DempseyIn 1919, jess willard was defeated by american heavyweight boxing champion.
![Adrienne Ames]()
Adrienne AmesActress (black sheep 24 hours), dies in 39.
- Joseth Haydn
Joseth Haydn was an Austrian composer who was one of the most prominent and prolific composers of the Classical period.
- Emmogene Cunningham
Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence.
May 31, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 31, 1973:
- World No-Tobacco Day [WHO]
- Syaday (Discordianism) (5th day of the season of Confusion, honors Apostle Sri Syadasti).
- the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- The Godiva procession.
- IT Day.
Saints celebrated on May 31, 1973:
- Saint Gislemerio
- Saint Mechtilde of Diessen
- Saint Petronella.
May 31, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 31, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 28th and June 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 31, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 1973 was My Love by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.
May 31, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 31, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 28th and June 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul McCartney - My Love
- Elton John - Daniel
- Edgar Winter - Frankenstein
- Sylvia - Pillow Talk
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
May 31, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 31, 1973 was Can The Can by Suzi Quatro, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.
May 31, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 31, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 28th and June 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Suzi Quatro - Can The Can
- 10cc - Rubber Bullets
- Wizzard - See My Baby Jive
- Fleetwood Mac - Albatross
- Medicine Head - One And One Is One
May 31, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 31, 1973 was I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little Bit More Baby by Barry White, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.
May 31, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 31, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 28th and June 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Barry White - I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little Bit More Baby
- The Spinners - One Of A Kind (Love Affair)
- The Independents - Leaving Me
- The Dells - Give Your Baby A Standing Ovation
- Tyrone Davis - Without You In My Life
May 31, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 31, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Baba Yaga
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Corrado Farina
Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti
Country: Italy
Day for Night
Release year: 1973
Directed by: François Truffaut
Starring: Jacqueline Bisset, Jean-Pierre Léaud, François Truffaut, Valentina Cortese
Country: United States of America
The Holy Mountain
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Alejandro Jodorowsky
Starring: Alejandro Jodorowsky, Horacio Salinas, Zamira Saunders, Juan Ferrara
Country: United States of America
Jeremy
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Arthur Barron
Starring: Robby Benson, Glynnis O'Connor, Len Bari, Leonardo Cimino
A Doll's House
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Joseph Losey
May 31, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 31, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Praise the Lord
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Cyrus Tarlue
Cheri
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!
Release year: 1973
May 31, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 31, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Odessa File
By: Frederick Forsyth
A suicide of an elderly German Jew explodes in revelation after revelation. Of a Mafia-like organisation called Odessa...of a real-life fugitive known by the "Butcher of Riga"..of young German journalist, tumed obsessed assassin and.
Once Is Not Enough
By: Jacqueline Susann
Entertainment was once a world that didn't sleep. Models, magazine editors, and pop stars all visited "vitamin doctors", to get shots that would enable them to stay awake all night, then work the next day in offices with Calderesque mobiles …
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
By: Dr. Robert Atkins
America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off
The Joy Of Sex
By: Alex Comfort
The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.
Evening In Byzantium
By: Irwin Shaw
One of Irwin Shaw’s most memorable heroes fights to resurrect a declining career against a tough cast, whiskey and old memories Jesse Crain was created for Cannes.
May 31, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 31, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on May 31, 1973?
On May 31, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 1973?
On May 31, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 31, 1973?
On May 31, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 31st?
May 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2019 - Taliban suicide car bomber kills 4 afghan civilians, inflicting more than 20 injuries on top of the four american soldiers.
- 2018 - 2018 nicaraguan protests: after violent protests against nicaraguan president daniel ortega, catholic bishops have cancelled the episcopal conference talks they had planned with the government. according to nicaraguan human rights center 11 people were killed by pro-government armed group.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). may 2017 kabul attack: at least 90 people are killed and 461 others injured in a suicide bombing in kabul, near the german embassy. (reuters via sbs), the guardian
What happened in 1973?
1973 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
- Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
- Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1973?
May 1973 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.
