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May 28, 1972 was the 149th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is May 28, 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 May 28, 1972, who was born and died on May 28, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 28, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Oh Girl by The Chi-Lites), movies (e.g. The Way of the Dragon, directed by Bruce Lee), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 28th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 28, 1972?
- May 28, 1972: What happened on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 28, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 28, 1972?
- May 28, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 28, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- May 28, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 28, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 28, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 28, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on May 28, 1972?
What day of the week was May 28, 1972?
May 28, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 28, 1972:
- White house "plumbers" break into democratic national headquarters at watergate.
May 28, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 28th is Gemini.
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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 28, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 28, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 28th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 28, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 28, 1972 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 28, 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 May 28, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 09:12 pm and setting at 06:11 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Jun 26, 1972.
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Who was born on May 28, 1972?
Famous people born on May 28, 1972:
![Chiara Mastroianni]()
Chiara MastroianniFrench actress, daughter marcello mastroianni and catherine deneuve.
![Kate Ashfield]()
Kate AshfieldEnglish actress.
- Albertia Musk
Albertia Musk is an American businesswoman and entrepreneur, known for her involvement in the founding and growth of Tesla and SpaceX.
- Lincoln Kennedy
Lincoln Kennedy was an American football offensive tackle who played in the National Football League for 11 seasons.
- Doriva
Brazilian footballer and manager.
- Michael Boogerd
Dutch manager and cyclist.
- Cheryl Demkowski in Syracuse
New york, usa: dance skater (and gregory maddalone).
- Denise Booker in Liverpool
England; golfer (south australian jr champion 1990).
- Boris Palmer
- Andrea Strnadová
- Jocelyn Blanchard
- Miguel Cardoso
- Fabiana Fares
- Antal Kovács
- David Musul'bes
- Roland Møller
Whose famous birthday is on May 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 28th:
![Kylie Minogue]()
Kylie MinogueAustralian singer, songwriter, actress.
![Cameron Boyce]()
Cameron BoyceCameron boyce was a talented tv actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.
![Romain Duris]()
Romain DurisFrench actor, born to engineer-architect.
![Marco Rubio]()
Marco RubioAmerican politician and united states senator from florida.
![Carey Mulligan]()
Carey MulliganCarey mulligan is a british actress known for her roles in films such as an education, drive, and the great gatsby.
![Ian Fleming]()
Ian FlemingJames bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).
![Jean-Pierre Léaud]()
Jean-Pierre LéaudFrench actor who appeared in his first film as a 13-year-old.
![Gladys Knight]()
Gladys KnightAmerican singer and leader of the rhythm and blues rock band "gladys knight" and "the pips.
![Carroll Baker]()
Carroll BakerAcclaimed actress known for her roles in classic films like 'Baby Doll' and 'Giant'.
![Justin Kirk]()
Justin KirkAmerican actor known for 'Weeds' and 'Angels in America'.
May 28, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 10 months old,
or 622 months and 28 days old,
or 2708 weeks and 4 days old,
or 18960 days old,
if you were born on May 28, 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 May 28, 1972?
There are 33 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 28, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 28, 1972.
May 28, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 28, 1972:
- Alekai Kazura
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
- Athalene Brady
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
- Milcah Marquis
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
- Early Gray
Early Gray was a prominent politician known for his advocacy for civil rights.
- Gladstone Thurston
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
- Edward VIII
At the age of 77, king of great britain/northern ireland/emperor(india 1936), dies.
- Edward King
American football player and politician, 66th governor massachusetts (d. 2006).
- Edward VIII of the United Kingdom (b. 1894)
- Violette Leduc
- Edoardo VIII del Regno Unito
- Édouard de Windsor
What famous deaths happened on May 28th?
Famous deaths on May 28th:
![Gary Coleman]()
Gary ColemanGary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.
![Phil Hartman]()
Phil HartmanCanadian-american actor.
![Audie Murphy]()
Audie MurphyAmerican actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.
![Eric Morecambe]()
Eric MorecambeBritish comedian for over 40 years, who died on 5/28/1984.
![Cornelia Frances]()
Cornelia FrancesBritish actress who made her debut in 1960.
![Martha Scott]()
Martha ScottAmerican actress and producer (d.2003).
![Jean Muir]()
Jean Muir(dress queen), british model, is killed at 66.
![Lurene Tuttle]()
Lurene TuttleActress (father of bride, julia) dies at 79.
![Daniela Rocca]()
Daniela RoccaActress (battle of austerlitz), d. 57.
![Walter Connolly]()
Walter ConnollyActor (it happened one night, good earth), is killed at 53.
May 28, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 28, 1972:
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Germain of Paris
- Republic Day in Azerbaijan and Armenia (both 1918).
- Lanfranc
- Bernard of Menthon
- Augustine of Canterbury
- William of Gellone
May 28, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 28, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 28, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 28, 1972 was Oh Girl by The Chi-Lites, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 28, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 28, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Sammy Davis Jr. - The Candy Man
May 28, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 28, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 28, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 28, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- T Rex - Metal Guru
- David Cassidy - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
- Vicky Leandros - Come What May
- Elton John - Rocket Man
May 28, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 28, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 28, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 28, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Millie Jackson - Ask Me What You Want
- (The Preacher) Bobby Womack - Woman's Gotta Have It
May 28, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 28, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Way of the Dragon
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bruce Lee
Starring: Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Nora Miao, Ping Ou Wei
Country: United States of America
Sitting Target
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Douglas Hickox
Starring: Oliver Reed, Jill St. John, Ian McShane, Edward Woodward
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
Chato's Land
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Michael Winner
Starring: Charles Bronson, Jack Palance, James Whitmore, Simon Oakland
Baron Blood
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Mario Bava
Starring: Joseph Cotten, Elke Sommer, Massimo Girotti, Luciano Pigozzi
May 28, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 28, 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:
Love Thy Neighbour
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Smith
Number 96
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Peter Bernardos
May 28, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 28, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Bring Me A Unicorn
By: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
The first volume of Lindbergh’s letters and diaries, in which Lindbergh meets her future husband. Introduction by the Author; Index. Photographs.
Captains And The Kings
By: Taylor Caldwell
Joseph Armagh was twelve years old when he first visited America in the early 1850s. He was an Irish immigrant from Ireland.
The Exorcist
By: William Peter Blatty
The Exorcist was originally published in 1971. It is now a major TV series on FOX. It is still one of the most controversial novels and became a literary sensation. It spent 47 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller …
The Terminal Man
By: Michael Crichton
The bestselling author of Jurassic Park and Timeline is back with a thriller about neurological experimentation. Harry Benson suffers from violent seizures.
May 28, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 28, 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 May 28, 1972?
On May 28, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 28, 1972?
On May 28, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 28, 1972?
On May 28, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 28th?
May 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of May. 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 May 28th, such as:
- 2019 - Australia-china relations, south china sea issue: australian helicopters from hmas canberra, the royal australian navy flagship, have to land an emergency landing after they were hit by lasers from south china sea fishing boats. a chinese warship was following the canberra.
- 2018 - Polish foreign relations: the minister of defence mariusz blaszczak claims that he has spoken to u.s. officials in washington d.c. recently about permanent stationing thousands of u.s. soldiers in poland as a means of deterring russia.
- 2017 - Cpp-npa/ndf rebellion: after president rodrigo duterte declared martial law in mindanao, the government of the philippines and communist party end peace talks.
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 May 1972?
May 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
