Monday April 08, 1968: on this day
About April 8th, 1968, in brief:
- Historical events: 40th Academy Awards postponed to April 10th due to death of M L King
- Day of the week: April 8th, 1968 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Jacques Brel, Chris Kyle
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Honey by Bobby Goldsboro
- #1 UK song: What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong
- Popular movie: Speedway directed by Norman Taurog
More about April 8th, 1968? See below for more news and curiosities on April 8th, 1968.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 08, 1968?
- April 08, 1968: What happened on that day?
- April 08, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 08, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 08, 1968?
- How old is someone born on April 08, 1968?
- April 08, 1968: What famous people died on that day?
- April 08, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 08, 1968: Number 1 song on that day
- April 08, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 08, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 08, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 08, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 08, 1968?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 1968?
- Who was the Pope on April 08, 1968?
What day of the week was April 08, 1968?
April 08, 1968 was a Monday and it was the 99th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 08, 1968 can also be written as 4/8/1968 in the US and as 8/4/1968 in UK and Europe.
April 08, 1968: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 08, 1968:
- 40th academy awards postponed to april 10th due to death of m l king
- New socialist constitution of east germany takes effect
- Wkpi tv channel 22 in pikeville, ky (pbs) begins broadcasting
- Czechoslovakia cernik government forms.
- Boac flight 712 catches fire shortly after take off. as a result of her actions in the accident, barbara jane harrison is awarded a posthumous george cross, the only gc awarded to a woman in peacetime.
- Bureau of narcotics and dangerous drugs (under department of justice) (bndd) created.
April 08, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?
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April 08, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 08, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Monkey personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 08, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 08, 1968 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 1968 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 April 08, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 01:13 pm and setting at 03:48 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 14, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Apr 13, 1968.
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Who was born on April 08, 1968?
Famous people born on April 08, 1968:
![Patricia Arquette]()
Patricia ArquetteAmerican actress.
- Patricia Girard-Léno
Patricia girard-léno is a french former athlete known for her achievements in the heptathlon and long jump.
- Rosario Lopez
Neuroscientist known for her groundbreaking research on brain plasticity.
- Avi Lewis
Canadian journalist known for his work on documentaries and progressive activism.
- Tracy Grammer
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (dave carter & tracy grammer).
- Shawn Fonteno
Voice actor.
- Don Davey
Nfl defensive tackle (jacksonville jaguars).
- Patricia Arquette in New York City
New york, usa: actress (ed wood nightmare on elm street 3).
- Susana Harp
Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:
![Jacques Brel]()
Jacques BrelBelgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.
![Chris Kyle]()
Chris KyleChris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.
![Taylor Kitsch]()
Taylor KitschTaylor kitsch is a canadian actor known for his roles in tv series friday night lights and films such as x-men origins: wolverine and...
![Julian Lennon]()
Julian LennonBritish singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).
![Biz Markie]()
Biz MarkieBiz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.
![John Schneider]()
John SchneiderJohn schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.
![Franco Corelli]()
Franco CorelliItalian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.
![John Gavin]()
John GavinHispanic-american diplomat and actor.
![Robert Kiyosaki]()
Robert KiyosakiCashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.
![Christine Boisson]()
Christine BoissonFrench actress.
How old is someone born on April 08, 1968?
Someone born on April 08, 1968 is:
56 years 1 month old,
or 673 months and 15 days old,
or 2928 weeks and 3 days old,
or 20499 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 08, 1968?
There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 8th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 1968?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 08, 1968.
April 08, 1968: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 08, 1968:
- Barbara Jane Harrison
Air stewardess (born1945).
What famous deaths happened on April 8th?
Famous deaths on April 8th:
![Annette Funicello]()
Annette FunicelloAmerican actress.
![Ben Johnson]()
Ben Johnson100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).
![Sara Montiel]()
Sara MontielSpanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).
![Claire Trevor]()
Claire TrevorAmerican singer and actress (d. 2000).
![María Félix]()
María FélixMexican film actress.
![Lars Hanson]()
Lars HansonSwedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.
![Frank Milan]()
Frank MilanActor (witness), passes away at 71.
![Arleen Whelan]()
Arleen WhelanDeaths of a stroke at the 78.
- Siler Picasso
Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.
- Majour Picasso
A Spanish artist, Picasso is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his pioneering work in Cubism.
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April 08, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 08, 1968:
- Buddha's Birthday in Japan
Saints celebrated on April 08, 1968:
- Saint Constance
- Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
- Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
April 08, 1968: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 08, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 8th and April 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 1968 was Honey by Bobby Goldsboro, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.
April 08, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 8th and April 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Goldsboro - Honey
- Union Gap - Young Girl
- Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
- The Box Tops - Cry Like A Baby
- Aretha Franklin - (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone
April 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 1968 was What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.
April 08, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 8th and April 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World / Cabaret
- Cliff Richard - Congratulations
- Tom Jones - Delilah
- 1910 Fruitgum Company - Simon Says
- The Beatles - Lady Madonna
April 08, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 1968 was (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.
April 08, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 8th and April 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone
- The Delfonics - La - La - Means I Love You
- Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - If You Can Want
- Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - I Got The Feelin'
April 08, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 08, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
April 08, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 08, 1968 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Les demoiselles de Suresnes
Release year: 1968
Late Night Horror
Release year: 1968
April 08, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 08, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Between Parent And Child
By: Haim G. Ginott
Between Parent and Child has been helping millions of parents worldwide strengthen their relationships with children for the past 35 years.
The Confessions of Nat Turner
By: William Styron
The only lasting, effective revolt against American Negroslavy took place in the late summer 1831 in remote Virginia...
The President'S Plane Is Missing
By: Robert J. Serling
An unprecedented crisis... President Jeremy Haines, like many of his predecessors, is weighed down with the solemn duties and danger posed by both the Soviet Union (China) and the United States.
The Double Helix
By: James Watson
This is the classic personal account by Watson and Crick of their groundbreaking discovery of DNA structure. Now with introduction by Sylvia Nasar (author of A Beautiful Mind).
The Tower Of Babel
By: Morris West
Not everyone in the complicated world of Middle Eastern politics is who they seem. No price is too high in the fight for freedom.
April 08, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 08, 1968 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hamurabi
Who was the US President on April 08, 1968?
On April 08, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 1968?
On April 08, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 08, 1968?
On April 08, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 8th?
April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. 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 April 8th, such as:
- 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
- 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.
What happened in 1968?
1968 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Jaqueline Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis on the island of Scorpios
- Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to Lars Onsager
- Queen Juliana opens IJ tunnel in Amsterdam
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What was the calendar for April 1968?
April 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
