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April 07, 1972 was the 98th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 07, 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 April 07, 1972, who was born and died on April 07, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 07, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. A Horse With No Name by America), movies (e.g. Tomorrow, directed by Joseph Anthony), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 7th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 07, 1972?
- April 07, 1972: What happened on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 07, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 07, 1972?
- April 07, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 07, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- April 07, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 07, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 07, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 07, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on April 07, 1972?
What day of the week was April 07, 1972?
April 07, 1972 was a Friday and it was the 98th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 07, 1972 can also be written as 4/7/1972 in the US and as 7/4/1972 in UK and Europe.
April 07, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 07, 1972:
- Vietnam war veteran richard mccoy, jr. hijacks a united airlines jet and extorts $500,000 he is later captured.
- The u.s. and the soviet union join some 70 nations in signing the biological weapons convention, an agreement to ban biological warfare.
- A 7.0 richter scale earthquake kills 5,000 people in the iranian province of fars.
- The 44th annual academy awards are held at the dorothy chandler pavilion in los angeles.
- Vietnam war: communist forces overrun the south vietnamese town of loc ninh.
April 07, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 7th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 07, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 07, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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April 07, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 07, 1972 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 07, 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 April 07, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 01:49 am and setting at 12:33 pm.
The previous full moon was on Mar 29, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Apr 28, 1972.
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Who was born on April 07, 1972?
Famous people born on April 07, 1972:
- Gianluca Grignani
Italian singer-songwriter, guitarist.
- Dietrick Bauer
Dietrick Bauer is an Austrian robotics engineer who has worked on the development of advanced robotic systems for industrial and research...
- Tim Peake
British astronaut.
- Ayesha Siddiqa
Ayesha Siddiqa is a renowned political scientist known for her work on civil-military relations in Pakistan.
- Shana Williams in Bridgeton
New jersey, usa; long jumping/heptathlete.
- Malcolm Huckaby
Nba guard (miami heat).
- Lovett Purnell
Wide receiver (new england patriots).
- Mark Coles
American suicide, client administrator at fidelity investments.
- Joanne Brown
Australian softball catcher/1st baseman (1996 olympics, bronze medalist).
- Maurizio Fugatti
- José Javier Hombrados
- Harut Karapetyan
- Jennifer Schwalbach Smith
- Curro Segura
- Caroline af Ugglas
- Yiğit Özşener
Whose famous birthday is on April 7th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 7th:
![Francis Ford Coppola]()
Francis Ford CoppolaFrancis ford coppola is a renowned american film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for directing the godfather trilogy and...
![Russell Crowe]()
Russell CroweNew zealand actor, brilliant in "gladiator," won the oscar for "best actor" for his performance, 2000.
![Billie Holiday]()
Billie HolidayAmerican blues and jazz singer "lady day", aeur whose unsurpassed voice was the essence jazz.
![Jackie Chan]()
Jackie ChanChinese master of martial art who built his reputation through the films "drunken master" 1978 and "the fearless hyena" 1979 made in hong...
![Guillaume Depardieu]()
Guillaume DepardieuFrench family of noted, the son ga(c)rard depardieu.
![Wayne Rogers]()
Wayne RogersWayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.
![James Garner]()
James GarnerAmerican actor, and a top star in movies, tv shows and commercials.
![Janis Ian]()
Janis IanAmerican singer, songwriter, musician, columnist, and science fiction author.
![David Frost]()
David FrostBritish television personality, actor, producer and writer.
![Ian Richardson]()
Ian RichardsonScottish actor.
April 07, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years and 11 days old,
or 624 months and 11 days old,
or 2714 weeks and 6 days old,
or 19004 days old,
if you were born on April 07, 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 April 07, 1972?
There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 7th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 07, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 07, 1972.
April 07, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 07, 1972:
- Joe Gallo
American gangster (born 1929).
- Abeid Karume
Born 1905), the first president of zanzibar.
- "Crazy" Joe Gallo
Mobster killed at his 43rd birthday party.
- Victor Wong
Actor (mission to moscow king kong) passes away at 65.
- Jean Tranchant
- August Zaleski
- Piero Calamai
- Antonio Mura
- Betty Blythe
What famous deaths happened on April 7th?
Famous deaths on April 7th:
![Walter Huston]()
Walter HustonWalter huston was a renowned actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as 'the treasure of the sierra madre' and...
![John Agar]()
John AgarAmerican actor.
![Brenda Benet]()
Brenda BenetHollywood, california -- actress (lee days of our lives beach ball).
![Seymour Cassel]()
Seymour CasselSeymour cassel was an american actor known for his collaborations with director john cassavetes and his appearances in independent films.
![Barry Nelson]()
Barry NelsonOakland -- actor (airport.
![Geoffrey Lewis]()
Geoffrey LewisAmerican screenwriter and actor (d. 2015).
![David Greene]()
David GreeneEnglish-american actor, director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1921).
![Theda Bara]()
Theda BaraAmerican actress (b. 1885).
![Alix Talton]()
Alix TaltonFormer miss georgia dies from lung cancer at 72.
![Gavin Gordon]()
Gavin GordonTelevision actor (romance and lone cowboy) dies at 82.
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April 07, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 07, 1972:
- World Health Day - April 7th of every year is designated as World Health Day and celebrated by the 191 member countries of the World Health Organization to emphasize significant issues in public health of worldwide concern. Observed annually since 1948.
- The feast of Annunciation is celebrated by the Eastern Orthodox Church.
- Mozambique - Women's Day.
Observances on April 07, 1972:
- World Health Day
- International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
Saints celebrated on April 07, 1972:
- Saint Herman-Jozef (died 1241)
- Saint John Baptist de La Salle (d.1719)
April 07, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 07, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 3rd and April 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 07, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 07, 1972 was A Horse With No Name by America, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 07, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 07, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- America - A Horse With No Name
- Neil Young - Heart Of Gold
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Joe Tex - I Gotcha
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
April 07, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 07, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 07, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 07, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- Nilsson - Without You
- Ringo Starr - Back Off Boogaloo
- The New Seekers - Beg, Steal Or Borrow
- The Chiffons - Sweet Talking Guy
April 07, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 07, 1972 was In The Rain by The Dramatics, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 07, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 07, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Dramatics - In The Rain
- The Stylistics - Betcha By Golly, Wow
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
- Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming
- Tyrone Davis - I Had It All The Time
April 07, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 07, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tomorrow
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Joseph Anthony
Starring: Robert Duvall, Olga Bellin, Sudie Bond, Richard McConnell
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
The Chinese Connection
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Wei Lo
Starring: Bruce Lee, Nora Miao, James Tien, Maria Yi
Country: United States of America
Eye in the Labyrinth
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Mario Caiano
Starring: Rosemary Dexter, Adolfo Celi, Horst Frank, Sybil Danning
The Biscuit Eater
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Vincent McEveety
Starring: Earl Holliman, Pat Crowley, Lew Ayres, Godfrey Cambridge
April 07, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 07, 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
Tightrope
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Richard Tuggle
April 07, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 07, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Betsy
By: Harold Robbins
The Carpetbaggers is the #1 New York Times bestseller. This story will expose the brutal, cruel world of America's automobile industry. Angelo
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
By: Dee Brown
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee was immediately recognized as an important and controversial book. Its first publication in 1971.
The Defense Never Rests
By: F. Lee Bailey
This controversial defense lawyer reviews his career. He focuses on the Boston Strangler, Sam Sheppard vindication and the Great Plymouth Mail Robbery.
The Moon'S A Balloon
By: David Niven
Color Niven photo front & back First Complete Hardcover Octopus Limited Edition Unabridged Both Books 1985 Dark Green Cloth binding
Tracy And Hepburn
By: Garson Kanin
The classic Hollywood memoir is back and this time with a new introduction by the author. Spence Tracy and Kate Hepburn were the celebrity couple that everyone knew, but few actually knew.
April 07, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 07, 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 April 07, 1972?
On April 07, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 07, 1972?
On April 07, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 07, 1972?
On April 07, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 7th?
April 7th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 7th day of the month of April. 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 April 7th, such as:
- 2019 - Officially, the government of national accord in tripoli announces the launch of a counteroffensive for retaking all capital areas held by the libyan national army.
- 2018 - Ten palestinians were killed by israeli troops near the israel-gaza border, including a journalist. protests are continuing.
- 2017 - In response to claims that the syrian government used chemical weapons during its attack on khan shaykhun, the united states launches 60 tomahawk cruise rockets. according to the government of syria, six soldiers were killed and nine civilians were injured in the attack. four children were among them.
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 April 1972?
April 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
