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August 18, 1972 was the 231st day of the year 1972, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 18, 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 August 18, 1972, who was born and died on August 18, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan), movies (e.g. Blacula, directed by William Crain), TV series (e.g. The David Steinberg Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 18, 1972?
- August 18, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 18, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 18, 1972?
- August 18, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 18, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- August 18, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 18, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- August 18, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 18, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 18, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 18, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 18, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on August 18, 1972?
What day of the week was August 18, 1972?
August 18, 1972 was a Friday and it was the 231st day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 18, 1972 can also be written as 8/18/1972 in the US and as 18/8/1972 in UK and Europe.
August 18, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 18, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 18, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 18, 1972 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 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 August 18, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 03:41 pm and setting at 12:39 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1972.
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Who was born on August 18, 1972?
Famous people born on August 18, 1972:
- Victoria Coren Mitchell
Victoria Coren Mitchell is a British journalist, presenter, and professional poker player who has written for publications such as The...
- Zakya Suleiman
Zakya Suleiman is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous companies in the Middle East expand their operations.
- Theoplis Brown
Theoplis Brown is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous companies achieve their strategic goals.
- Jeda Dike
Jeda Dike is a renowned Nigerian essayist whose work has been praised for its insightful and thought-provoking commentary on contemporary...
- Sandar Oo
Sandar Oo is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous companies in Myanmar achieve growth and success.
- Zarif Akhtar
Zarif Akhtar is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous startups and SMEs in the Middle East region.
- Athens Dimitriou
Athens Dimitriou is a renowned Greek business consultant, known for his expertise in helping startups and small businesses grow.
- Phung Hoang
Phung Hoang is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous companies in Vietnam achieve success.
- Khamiya Osman
Khamiya Osman is a Sudanese politician and member of the Popular Congress Party.
- Keiko Yamada
Japanese singer.
- Masahiro Nakai
Japanese actor and singer (smap).
- Derrick Harris
Running back (st.
- Leo Ku
Hong kong actor, producer and director.
- Nate Jones
Chicago, illinois -- heavyweight boxer (1996 olympics - bronze medalist).
- Ray Jacobs
Nfl linebacker (denver broncos).
- Keiko
Japanese singer (globe).
- Loraine Lambert
Ipswich queensland, golfer (nz champ 1991, 92).
- Shaun Wilson
Australian artist.
Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:
![Robert Redford]()
Robert RedfordAmerican actor, director, environmental activist.
![Mae West]()
Mae WestMae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...
![Kaitlin Olson]()
Kaitlin OlsonKaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...
![Patrick Swayze]()
Patrick SwayzeAmerican stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.
![Edward Norton]()
Edward NortonAmerican actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.
![Andy Samberg]()
Andy SambergAndy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...
![Alex Honnold]()
Alex HonnoldAlex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...
![Christian Slater]()
Christian SlaterChristian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.
![Roman Polanski]()
Roman PolanskiFrench director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".
![Madeleine Stowe]()
Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...
August 18, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 8 months old,
or 620 months and 1 day old,
or 2696 weeks
or 18872 days old,
if you were born on August 18, 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 August 18, 1972?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 18, 1972.
August 18, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 18, 1972:
- Zi Pingshui
Notable Chinese author known for his insightful writings.
- Ljubov' Nikolaevna Egorova
- Roger K. Furse
- Silvio Salza
What famous deaths happened on August 18th?
Famous deaths on August 18th:
![Persis Khambatta]()
Persis KhambattaEast indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.
![Mildred Davis]()
Mildred DavisActress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.
![Robert Novak]()
Robert NovakAmerican journalist and commentator (born in 1931).
![Ben Cross]()
Ben CrossEnglish stage and film actor (b. 1947).
![John Kerr]()
John Kerr18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).
![Beverly Bayne]()
Beverly BayneActress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.
- Kafi Annan
Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Brigitt Haque
Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.
- Walter Chrysler
American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.
- Tola Rotimi
Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 18th
August 18, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 18, 1972:
- RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
- Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
August 18, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 18, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 14th and August 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 18, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 1972 was Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 18, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
- Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)
- The Hollies - Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)
- Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
August 18, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 1972 was School's Out by Alice Cooper, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 18, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Alice Cooper - School's Out
- Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs - Seaside Shuffle
- Donny Osmond - Puppy Love
- Hawkwind - Silver Machine
- Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
August 18, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 1972 was I'm Still In Love With You by Al Green, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 18, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
- Joe Simon - Power Of Love
- The Isley Brothers - Pop That Thang
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
- Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
August 18, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 18, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Blacula
Release year: 1972
Directed by: William Crain
Starring: William Marshall, Vonetta McGee, Denise Nicholas, Thalmus Rasulala
Country: United States of America
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
Rivals
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Krishna Shah
Starring: Joan Hackett, Robert Klein, Scott Jacoby, Jeanne Tanzy Williams
Grave of the Vampire
Release year: 1972
Directed by: John Hayes
Starring: William Smith, Michael Pataki, Lyn Peters, Diane Holden
Pulp
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Mike Hodges
Starring: Michael Caine, Mickey Rooney, Lionel Stander, Lizabeth Scott
August 18, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 18, 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:
The David Steinberg Show
Release year: 1972
Greenwich Village
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Laura Archibald|
August 18, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 18, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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).
The Winds Of War
By: Herman Wouk
The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.
August 18, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 18, 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 August 18, 1972?
On August 18, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1972?
On August 18, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 18, 1972?
On August 18, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 18th?
August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of August. 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 August 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
- 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
- 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.
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 August 1972?
August 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
