Tuesday April 17, 1973: on this day

April 17, 1973 was the 107th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is April 17, 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 April 17, 1973, who was born and died on April 17, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Soylent Green, directed by Richard Fleischer), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 17, 1973?


April 17, 1973 was a Tuesday and it was the 107th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 17, 1973 can also be written as 4/17/1973 in the US and as 17/4/1973 in UK and Europe.

April 17, 1973 in April 1973 calendar

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April 17, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 17, 1973:

  • 77th boston marathon won by jon anderson of oregon in 2:16:03.

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April 17, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th 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 17, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on April 17th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 17, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 17, 1973 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 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 April 17, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 07:07 pm and setting at 05:19 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.

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Who was born on April 17, 1973?


Famous people born on April 17, 1973:

  • Theo Ratliff

    Nba forward / center (detroit pistons, philadelphia 76ers).

  • Kenneth Carlsen

    Tennis star in denmark.

  • Katrin Koov

    Estonian architect.

  • Brett Maher

    Australian basketball player and sportscaster.

  • Kentarō Kobayashi

    Japanese comedian and director of japanese comic actor.

  • Brett Maher in Adelaide

    South australia, australia; basketball guard.

  • Ross Aloisi

    Australian soccer midfielder (olyroos, olympics - 1996).

  • Gene Makowsky

    Canadian football league offensive linebacker (saskatchewan roughriders).

  • Kaiho Ryoji

    Japanese sumo wrestler.

  • Ako Akon

    Musician.

  • Livio Magnini

    Italian guitarist, composer and fencer.

  • Jeff Lewis

    Nfl quarterback (denver broncos - super bowl 32).

  • Mehdi Belhaj Kacem
  • Cristiano Frattini
  • Sebastian Siebrecht
  • Zoran Jovičić
  • Juan Carlos Franco

Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:

  • Victoria Beckham
    Victoria Beckham

    Posh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.

  • Sean Bean
    Sean Bean

    Sean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.

  • Roddy Piper
    Roddy Piper

    Roddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.

  • William Holden
    William Holden

    William holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.

  • Jennifer Garner
    Jennifer Garner

    American actress and film producer.

  • Olivia Hussey
    Olivia Hussey

    Argentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.

  • Rooney Mara
    Rooney Mara

    Rooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.

  • James Last
    James Last

    German musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.

  • Adam McKay
    Adam McKay

    Adam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.

  • Nicholas D'Agosto
    Nicholas D'Agosto

    American film and television actor.

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April 17, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 11 months old,

or 611 months and 11 days old,

or 2658 weeks and 2 days old,

or 18608 days old,

if you were born on April 17, 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 April 17, 1973?

There are 20 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 17, 1973.

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April 17, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 17, 1973:

  • Sailor Jerry

    Known for founding the Sailor Jerry rum brand.

What famous deaths happened on April 17th?

Famous deaths on April 17th:

  • Deanna Durbin
    Deanna Durbin

    American actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.

  • Kitty Carlisle
    Kitty Carlisle

    American actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).

  • Doris Roberts
    Doris Roberts

    American actress (b. 1925).

  • Michael Sarrazin
    Michael Sarrazin

    Michael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.

  • Eva Novak
    Eva Novak

    Actress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.

  • Gabriel García Márquez

    A Colombian novelist and journalist, considered one of the most significant authors of the 20th century and a pioneer of the magical realism...

  • Benjerman Franklin

    Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.

  • Jesua Garcia

    Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.

  • Biju Patnaik

    Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...

  • Gabrella Marquez

    Gabrella Marquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels such as 'One Hundred Years...

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April 17, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 17, 1973:

  • Pope Anicetus (died 166)
  • Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)

Saints celebrated on April 17, 1973:

  • Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
  • Saint Landricus
  • Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
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April 17, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 17, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 16th and April 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 17, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

April 17, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
  2. - The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia
  3. - Sing
  4. - The Cisco Kid
  5. - Ain't No Woman (Like The One I've Got)

April 17, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree by Dawn featuring Tony Orlando, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

April 17, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
  2. - Get Down
  3. - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
  4. - I'm A Clown / Some Kind Of Summer
  5. - Tweedle Dee

April 17, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1973 was Masterpiece by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

April 17, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 17, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Masterpiece
  2. - Ain't No Woman (Like The One I've Got)
  3. - Pillow Talk
  4. - Oh La De Da
  5. - Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)

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April 17, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 17, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Soylent Green

Soylent Green

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Richard Fleischer

Starring: Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson, Leigh Taylor-Young, Chuck Connors

Country: United States of America

Scorpio

Scorpio

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Michael Winner

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Alain Delon, Paul Scofield, John Colicos

Baba Yaga

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

Charley One-Eye

Charley One-Eye

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Don Chaffey

Scarecrow

Scarecrow

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jerry Schatzberg

Starring: Gene Hackman, Al Pacino, Dorothy Tristan, Ann Wedgeworth

Country: United States of America

April 17, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 17, 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:

Cheri

Cheri

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Release year: 1973

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

April 17, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 17, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Harry S. Truman by Margaret Truman

Harry S. Truman

By:

This is the definitive biography about one of the most influential political figures of the 20th Century. Margaret Truman offers rare insight and understanding of her father's life, and Margaret Truman is unsurpassed in this regard.

The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three by John Godey

The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three

By:

1973 novel about the NYC subway hijacking. 1974 Dell paperback edition.

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution

By:

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 Camerons by Robert Crichton

The Camerons

By:

The Camerons

April 17, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 17, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on April 17, 1973?

On April 17, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1973?

On April 17, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 17, 1973?

On April 17, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about April 17th?

April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
  • 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.

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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 April 1973?

April 1973 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.

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