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Monday December 21, 1970: on this day
December 21, 1970 was the 355th day of the year 1970, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 21, 1970 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 21, 1970, who was born and died on December 21, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 21, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Sweet Lord by George Harrison), movies (e.g. Borsalino, directed by Jacques Deray), TV series (e.g. Zollfahndung) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 21st, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 21, 1970?
- December 21, 1970: What happened on that day?
- December 21, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 21, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 21, 1970?
- December 21, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 21, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- December 21, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 21, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- December 21, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 21, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 21, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 21, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on December 21, 1970?
What day of the week was December 21, 1970?
December 21, 1970 was a Monday and it was the 355th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 21, 1970 can also be written as 12/21/1970 in the US and as 21/12/1970 in UK and Europe.
December 21, 1970: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 21, 1970:
- Wutv tv channel 29 in buffalo, new york (ind) begins broadcasting
- The american f-14 tomcat military jet first flies.
- First flight of f-14 multi-role combat aircraft.
December 21, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 21st is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius 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 21, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 21, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 21st, 1970 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 21, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 21, 1970 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 21, 1970 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 21, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 12:16 am and setting at 12:19 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1971.
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Who was born on December 21, 1970?
Famous people born on December 21, 1970:
- Armon Gilliam
Armon Gilliam was a professional football player who played in the NFL.
- Bart De Wever
Belgian politician and leader of the New Flemish Alliance party.
- Spencer Reece
American poet and author.
- Feliz Angeles
Feliz Angeles is a respected astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets.
- Juliet Eilperin
Juliet Eilperin is a journalist and author who covers environmental policy and politics for The Washington Post.
- Joab Nolasco
Known for his role in the TV series 'Prison Break'.
- Monique Ambers
Wnba forward (phoenix mercury).
- De Wever
Belgian politician.
- Todd Phillips
Director.
- Ronnie Woolfork
Wlaf linebacker (frankfurt galaxy).
- Irving Spikes
Nfl running back (miami dolphins).
- Jamie Colby
- Nasser Al-Attiyah
- Ahmed Bahja
- Jerry Batista
- Stefan Lovgren
- Erik Matti
Whose famous birthday is on December 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 21st:
![Jane Fonda]()
Jane FondaAmerican actress, who has at times been a sexpot and a feminist, a politician, a producer of exercise videos, a businesswoman,...
![Kiefer Sutherland]()
Kiefer SutherlandBritish-american actor, noted family, kiefer william frederick dempsey george rufus sutherland is a twin.
![Corinne Touzet]()
Corinne TouzetFrench actress, comedian on tv, producer and producer of west indian descent.
![Julie Delpy]()
Julie DelpyFrench actress; well-known internationally.
![Jane Kaczmarek]()
Jane KaczmarekTv actress.
![Ray Romano]()
Ray RomanoAmerican comedian, with a droning, worried tone, is the star of "everybody loves raymond" 1996.
![Andy Dick]()
Andy DickAmerican comedian and actor.
![Paul Meurisse]()
Paul MeurisseFrench actor and fianca(c), of singer edith piaf.
![Steven Yeun]()
Steven YeunTv actor.
![Phil Donahue]()
Phil DonahueAmerican television personality.
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December 21, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 53 years 4 months old,
or 640 months and 3 days old,
or 2783 weeks and 2 days old,
or 19483 days old,
if you were born on December 21, 1970.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 21, 1970?
There are 241 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 21, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 21, 1970.
December 21, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 21, 1970:
- Elyesa Bazna
What famous deaths happened on December 21st?
Famous deaths on December 21st:
![Ted Healy]()
Ted HealyAmerican screenwriter and actor (d. 1937).
![Billie Whitelaw]()
Billie WhitelawCoventry (england) -- actress (omens, adding machine).
![Richard Long]()
Richard LongAmerican author and historian (d. 2013).
- Ebb Fitzgerald
Ebb Fitzgerald was a celebrated American author and one of the key figures of the 'Lost Generation' in 1920s Paris.
- Jersee Fitzgerald
Jersee Fitzgerald was a renowned American novelist of the 20th century, best known for his masterpiece 'The Great Gatsby', which is...
- Trason Fitzgerald
Trason Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby', which is considered a...
- Hadli Fitzgerald
Hadli Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, known for his novels depicting the Jazz Age.
- Garrell Fitzgerald
Garrell Fitzgerald was an Irish playwright and novelist, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby' and its exploration of the Jazz Age.
- Keldric Fitzgerald
Keldric Fitzgerald was an American novelist who is best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
- Keiston Fitzgerald
Keiston Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
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December 21, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 21, 1970:
- Roman festivals - Divalia in honour of Angerona
- R.C. Saints - Saint Petrus Canisius ; formerly feast day of Thomas the apostle
- Also see December 21 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The summer solstice (Southern Hemisphere) or winter solstice (Northern Hemisphere), sometimes known as Yule, occurs on or very close to this date. It is an important festival in the Chinese calendar.
December 21, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 21, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 21st and December 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 21, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 21, 1970 was My Sweet Lord by George Harrison, according to the music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.
December 21, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 21, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Harrison - My Sweet Lord
- The 5th Dimension - One Less Bell To Answer
- Smokey Robinson - The Tears Of A Clown
- Dawn - Knock Three Times
- Santana - Black Magic Woman
December 21, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 21, 1970 was I Hear You Knocking by Dave Edmunds, according to the music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.
December 21, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 21, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dave Edmunds - I Hear You Knocking
- McGuinness Flint - When I'm Dead And Gone
- Neil Diamond - Cracklin' Rosie
- Glen Campbell - It's Only Make Believe
- Jimi Hendrix Experience - Voodoo Chile
December 21, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 21, 1970 was Stoned Love by The Supremes, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 21st and December 27th.
December 21, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 21, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 21st and December 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Supremes - Stoned Love
- King Floyd - Groove Me
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - If I Were Your Woman
- Chairman Of The Board - Pay To The Piper
- Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - The Tears Of A Clown
December 21, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 21, 1970 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Borsalino
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Jacques Deray
Starring: Alain Delon, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Arnoldo Foà, Laura Adani, Catherine Rouvel, Corinne Marchand, Françoise Christophe
Country: Italy
Metello
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Mauro Bolognini
Starring: Renzo Montagnani, Gabriele Lavia, Lucia Bosè, Ottavia Piccolo, Massimo Ranieri, Mariano Rigillo, Pino Colizzi, Franco Balducci, Luigi Diberti, Tina Aumont, Frank Wolff, Steffen Zacharias
Country: Italy
La pacifista
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Miklós Jancsó
Starring: Monica Vitti, Gino Lavagetto, Francesco Carnelutti, Pierre Clémenti, Sergio Tramonti, Piero Faggioni, Daniel Pommereulle, Peter Pasetti
Country: Italy
Rio Lobo
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Howard Hawks
Starring: John Wayne, Jorge Rivero, Jennifer O'Neill, Jack Elam
Country: United States of America
I Drink Your Blood
Release year: 1970
Directed by: David E. Durston
Starring: Bhaskar Roy Chowdhury, Jadin Wong, Rhonda Fultz, George Patterson
December 21, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 21, 1970 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Zollfahndung
Release year: 1970
Kleiner König Kalle Wirsch
Release year: 1970
Doppelgänger
Release year: 1970
Starring: Manuel Kanseas, Angelo Kanseas, Maria Körber, Robert Dietl
December 21, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 21, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Crystal Cave
By: Mary Stewart
Myridden Emrys, the poor son of a Welsh princess and a savage, is a troubled child, haunted with visions and portents.
Inside The Third Reich
By: Albert Speer
Speer, Hitler's Minister of Armaments and War Production, is brutally incarcerated. He was the man who kept Germany armed and the war machine going even after Hitler's mythology had died.
Islands In The Stream
By: Ernest Hemingway
A LATER CLASSIC FROM AMERICA’S PREMIER FICTION WRTER. First published in 1970, nine year after Hemingway's passing, this story is about an artist and adventurer, much like Hemingway.
The Greening Of America
By: Charles Reich
25 Years of Groundbreaking Classic. "If there were any doubts about the necessity of social transformation in 1970 I, it is now clear and urgent I
Who was the US President on December 21, 1970?
On December 21, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 1970?
On December 21, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 21, 1970?
On December 21, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 21st?
December 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: a joint military and police operation near tumaco kills walter arizala, an ecuadorian drug dealer and farc dissident. arizala was earlier this year wanted in connection with the assassination of two ecuadorian journalists.
- 2017 - December 2017, melbourne car attack: nineteen victims were injured when a car crashed into pedestrians on the corner of flinders street, elizabeth street, melbourne, australia. the driver was arrested. victoria police believe the incident was a deliberate act, but not terrorist-related.
- 2016 - Terrorism is in indonesia: three indonesian police officers are killed in a gunfight south jakarta following the discovery of a bomb. in connection with alleged involvement in suicide bomb attack plans, fourteen people were arrested.
What happened in 1970?
1970 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Epoch
- Afro-American Historical Calendar Series Established
- Netherlands Christian Workers Union (NCW) forms
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What was the calendar for December 1970?
December 1970 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.
