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October 23, 1973 was the 296th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is October 23, 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 October 23, 1973, who was born and died on October 23, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Midnight Train To Georgia by Gladys Knight and the Pips), movies (e.g. Three Wishes for Cinderella, directed by Václav Vorlícek), TV series (e.g. Shaft) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 23, 1973?
- October 23, 1973: What happened on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 23, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 23, 1973?
- October 23, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 23, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- October 23, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 23, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 23, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on October 23, 1973?
What day of the week was October 23, 1973?
October 23, 1973 was a Tuesday and it was the 296th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 23, 1973 can also be written as 10/23/1973 in the US and as 23/10/1973 in UK and Europe.
October 23, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 23, 1973:
- Yankee gm and president lee macphail named al president
- Us president richard nixon agrees to turn over white house tape recordings to judge sirica.
- A united nations sanctioned cease-fire officially ends the yom kippur war between israel and syria.
October 23, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 23, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 23, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 23, 1973 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 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 October 23, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:38 am and setting at 04:56 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 12, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Nov 10, 1973.
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Who was born on October 23, 1973?
Famous people born on October 23, 1973:
- Ulyana Lopatkina
Renowned Russian ballet dancer known for her performances with the Mariinsky Ballet.
- Jermanie Hopkins
Known for roles in various TV shows and movies.
- Christian Dailly
Scottish footballer.
- Alex Gibney
Founder of The Dodo, a digital media company.
- Mac Cozier
Soccer forward (1996 olympics - gold medalist).
- Ichiro Suzuki
Athlete.
- Emi Hashino
Japanese actress and comedian.
- Shawn Wooden
Safety free (miami dolphins).
- Sjoerd Sanders
Soccer player (psv / mvv).
- Blaine McElmurry
Nfl defensive back (green bay packers - super bowl 31).
- Gaël Touya
- Ivan Jablonka
- Elliot Zwangobani
- Luca Mattioni
- Cristina Paluselli
- Matthew Quick
- Tobie Smith
- Richie Dalmau
- Patricio Sturlese
Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:
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Emilia ClarkeEmilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.
![Ryan Reynolds]()
Ryan ReynoldsCanadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.
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Johnny CarsonAmerican television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.
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Amandla StenbergAmandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.
![Michael Crichton]()
Michael CrichtonAmerican author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.
![Dwight Yoakam]()
Dwight YoakamAmerican country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.
![Diana Dors]()
Diana DorsBritish actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.
![Sam Raimi]()
Sam RaimiAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor directors.
![Jennie Lee]()
Jennie LeeAmerican exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.
October 23, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 5 months old,
or 605 months and 27 days old,
or 2634 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18441 days old,
if you were born on October 23, 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 October 23, 1973?
There are 187 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 23, 1973.
October 23, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 23, 1973:
- Giuseppe Quattrone
- Claire Windsor
What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?
Famous deaths on October 23rd:
![Lino Ventura]()
Lino VenturaActor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.
![Oskar Werner]()
Oskar WernerA renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.
![Linden Travers]()
Linden TraversBritish actress known for her roles in classic films.
![Lou Jacobi]()
Lou JacobiToronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).
![Susan Peters]()
Susan PetersSpokane, washington -- actress.
![Robert Lansing]()
Robert LansingActor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.
- Khrystian Dior
Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.
- Mayling Soong
Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.
- Théophile Gautier
A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.
- Paullette Bourgeois
Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd
October 23, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 23, 1973:
- Chemistry: Mole Day
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
- Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
- Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
- French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
October 23, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 23, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 22nd and October 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 23, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1973 was Midnight Train To Georgia by Gladys Knight and the Pips, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gladys Knight and the Pips - Midnight Train To Georgia
- The Rolling Stones - Angie
- Cher - Half-Breed
- The Allman Brothers Band - Ramblin Man
- Eddie Kendricks - Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)
October 23, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1973 was Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Simon Park Orchestra - Eye Level
- David Cassidy - Daydreamer / Puppy Song
- Slade - My Friend Stan
- The Sweet - Ballroom Blitz
- Ike & Tina Turner - Nutbush City Limits
October 23, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1973 was Midnight Train To Georgia by Gladys Knight And The Pips, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 23, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Midnight Train To Georgia
- Jackson 5 - Get It Together
- The Temptations - Hey Girl (I Like Your Style)
- Millie Jackson - Hurts So Good
- Kool & The Gang - Funky Stuff
October 23, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 23, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Three Wishes for Cinderella
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Václav Vorlícek
Starring: Libuse Safránková, Pavel Trávnícek, Carola Braunbock, Rolf Hoppe
Jonathan Livingston Seagull
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Hall Bartlett
Starring: James Franciscus, Juliet Mills, Philip Ahn, David Ladd
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
The All-American Boy
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Charles Eastman
Badlands
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Terrence Malick
Starring: Martin Sheen, Sissy Spacek, Warren Oates, Ramon Bieri
Country: United States of America
October 23, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 23, 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:
Shaft
Release year: 1973
Directed by: John Singleton
Casshan
Release year: 1973
Written by: Tatsuo Yoshida
Directed by: Takao Koyama
Starring: Ikuo Nishikawa
Country: Japan
Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Paul Mazursky
Adam's Rib
Release year: 1973
Directed by: George Cukor
Kojak
Release year: 1973
Country: United States of America
October 23, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 23, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
World Without End, Amen
By: Jimmy Breslin
An alcoholic cop is lost in New York and searches for meaning by looking back at his past. Dermot Davey was taken from the department.
The Onion Field
By: Joseph Wambaugh
This is the terrifyingly true story about two young cops who are robbed by two young men. Their separate fates collide on March 19, in an unusual execution in deserted Los Angeles.
The First Deadly Sin
By: Lawrence Sanders
The first novel in Lawrence Sanders’s bestseller Deadly Sins series features Edward Delaney, a New York cop who chases a serial killer equipped with a mysterious weapon. Edward is the Captain of the New York Police Department.
Once Is Not Enough
By: Jacqueline Susann
Entertainment was once a world that didn't sleep. Models, magazine editors, and pop stars all visited "vitamin doctors", to get shots that would enable them to stay awake all night, then work the next day in offices with Calderesque mobiles …
Breakfast of Champions
By: Kurt Vonnegut
Breakfast of Champions is Kurt Vonnegut’s most beloved character, Kilgore Trout. He discovers to his horror that a Midwest car dealer has taken his fiction as fact in Breakfast of Champions.
October 23, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 23, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on October 23, 1973?
On October 23, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1973?
On October 23, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 23, 1973?
On October 23, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 23rd?
October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
- 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
- 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.
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 October 1973?
October 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
