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August 23, 1970 was the 235th day of the year 1970, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 23, 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 August 23, 1970, who was born and died on August 23, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. Make It With You by Bread), movies (e.g. Borsalino, directed by Jacques Deray), TV series (e.g. Irmãos Coragem) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1970?
- August 23, 1970: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1970?
- August 23, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1970?
What day of the week was August 23, 1970?
August 23, 1970 was a Sunday and it was the 235th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1970 can also be written as 8/23/1970 in the US and as 23/8/1970 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1970: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1970:
- Kathy ahern wins lpga southgate ladies golf open
- Roberto clemente compiles his record 2nd straight 5-hit game
- Organized by mexican american labor union leader césar chávez, the salad bowl strike, the largest farm worker strike in u.s. history, begins.
August 23, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1970 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 23, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1970 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 August 23, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 10:33 pm and setting at 03:11 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1970.
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Who was born on August 23, 1970?
Famous people born on August 23, 1970:
![River Phoenix]()
River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
- Phenyx Phoenix
Award-winning actor known for his versatile roles in film and television.
- Shanard Hurd
Talented actor known for his versatile roles in film and television.
- Cederic Gracia
Renowned motocross racer with multiple championships.
- Sway Calloway
Sway calloway is a rapper and radio personality known for his work as a host on mtv's total request live and for co-hosting the wake up...
- Jason Hetherington
Australian rugby league player.
- Lawrence Frank
American basketball coach and player.
- River Phoenix in Madras
Oregon, usa; actor ("little nikta," stand by me).
- Lee Sung-jae
South korean actor.
- ''KK'' Krishnakumar Kunnath
Indian singer.
- KK
Indian singer-songwriter.
- Andrew Henry
Cfl safety (saskatchewan roughriders).
- Fabian Wilnis
Dutch soccer player (nac, de graafschap).
- LaMark Carter
Shreveport, louisiana -- triple jumper.
- Brad Mehldau
American composer and pianist.
- Giada De Laurentiis
Chef.
- Veronica Cannizzaro
- Ben Eine
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
![Andrew Rannells]()
Andrew RannellsAmerican actor and singer.
![Ray Park]()
Ray ParkScottish actor and stuntman.
August 23, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 53 years 8 months old,
or 644 months and 1 day old,
or 2800 weeks and 3 days old,
or 19603 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 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 August 23, 1970?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 23, 1970.
August 23, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1970:
- Nel Rose
Dancer dies at 55.
- Babe Ziegenhorn
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
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August 23, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1970:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1970:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1970 was Make It With You by Bread, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 23, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bread - Make It With You
- Carpenters - (They Long To Be) Close To You
- Eric Burdon and War - Spill The Wine
- Edwin Starr - War
- Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
August 23, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1970 was The Wonder Of You by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 23, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - The Wonder Of You
- Hotlegs - Neanderthal Man
- The Kinks - Lola
- Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tears Of A Clown
- Shirley Bassey - Something
August 23, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1970 was Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 23, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
- James Brown - Get Up (I Feel Like Being Like A) Sex Machine (Part 1)
- Edwin Starr - War
- Jr. Walker & The All Stars - Do You See My Love (For You Growing)
- Clarence Carter - Patches
August 23, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 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
Stray Cat Rock: Sex Hunter
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Yasuharu Hasebe
Starring: Meiko Kaji, Rikiya Yasuoka, Tatsuya Fuji, Jirô Okazaki
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
House of Dark Shadows
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Jonathan Frid, Grayson Hall, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Roger Davis
August 23, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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:
Irmãos Coragem
Release year: 1970
Schwarzer Peter
Release year: 1970
Starring: Peter Garden, Helmut Brandenburg
Tatort
Release year: 1970
August 23, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Great Lion Of God
By: Taylor Caldwell
Caldwell's classic epic novel is an inspiring, moving, and spiritual tale about St. Paul and the lives of the Jews, Romans, and early Christians.
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.
Such Good Friends
By: Lois Gould
HARDCOVER ......NO DJ. BOOK IN EXCELLENT CONDITION ......NO MAKS, TEARS, OR WEAR .....WILL SHIPPE WITHIN 24 HOUR .....CP5
The Lord Won'T Mind
By: Gordon Merrick
Before the publication of this beloved book, almost every gay play and novel ended in suicide or deep despair.
The Secret Woman
By: Victoria Holt
Victoria Holt, the Queen of Gothic Romance, has sold over 100 million copies. "I will be back," he stated. "Perhaps you are thinking sooner than you think. "He
Who was the US President on August 23, 1970?
On August 23, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1970?
On August 23, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1970?
On August 23, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
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 August 1970?
August 1970 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.
