Monday April 17, 1972: on this day
About April 17th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: 76th Boston Marathon won by Olavi Suomalainen of Finland in 2:15:39.
- Day of the week: April 17th, 1972 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Victoria Beckham, Roddy Piper
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack
- #1 UK song: Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard
- Popular movie: Play It Again, Sam directed by Herbert Ross
More about April 17th, 1972? See below for more news and curiosities on April 17th, 1972.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 17, 1972?
- April 17, 1972: What happened on that day?
- April 17, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 17, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 17, 1972?
- How old is someone born on April 17, 1972?
- April 17, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- April 17, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 17, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- April 17, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 17, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 17, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 17, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 17, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on April 17, 1972?
What day of the week was April 17, 1972?
April 17, 1972 was a Monday and it was the 108th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 17, 1972 can also be written as 4/17/1972 in the US and as 17/4/1972 in UK and Europe.
April 17, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 17, 1972:
- 76th boston marathon won by olavi suomalainen of finland in 2:15:39.
- Kiteman attempting to throw out first ball in philadelphia phillies' veterans stadium crashes into the centerfield seats.
- Revised dutch constitution proclaimed.
- The first boston marathon in which women are officially allowed to compete.
April 17, 1972: What were the magazines covers that day?
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April 17, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th 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 17, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Water 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 17, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 17, 1972 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 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 April 17, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 07:44 am and setting at 11:44 pm.
The previous full moon was on Mar 29, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Apr 28, 1972.
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Who was born on April 17, 1972?
Famous people born on April 17, 1972:
![Jennifer Garner]()
Jennifer GarnerAmerican actress and film producer.
- Muttiah Muralitharan
Sri Lankan spin bowler with the most wickets in international cricket.
- Stephaie Gosk
NBC News correspondent covering a wide range of national and international news stories.
- Jerrye Petty
Innovative photographer known for capturing unique perspectives.
- Karmon Gonzalez
Karmon Gonzalez is a renowned Mexican biographer whose works have shed light on the lives of influential figures in Latin American history.
- Tony Boselli
Nfl offensive tackle (jacksonville jaguars).
- Terran Sandwith
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Gary Bennett
American baseball player.
- Yuichi Nishimura
Referee and japanese footballer.
- Benjamin Dodwell
Australian rower (olympics-1996).
- Gordon Laro
Nfl tight end (jacksonville jaguars).
- Keith Lyle
Safety (saint louis rams).
- Claire Sweeney
English actress.
- Karim Tahir
French criminal.
Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:
![Victoria Beckham]()
Victoria BeckhamPosh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.
![Roddy Piper]()
Roddy PiperRoddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.
![Sean Bean]()
Sean BeanSean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.
![William Holden]()
William HoldenWilliam holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.
![Olivia Hussey]()
Olivia HusseyArgentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.
![Rooney Mara]()
Rooney MaraRooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.
![James Last]()
James LastGerman musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.
![Adam McKay]()
Adam McKayAdam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.
![Nicholas D'Agosto]()
Nicholas D'AgostoAmerican film and television actor.
![Monet Mazur]()
Monet MazurAmerican actor and musician.
How old is someone born on April 17, 1972?
Someone born on April 17, 1972 is:
52 years 1 month old,
or 625 months and 18 days old,
or 2720 weeks and 1 day old,
or 19041 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 17, 1972?
There are 317 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 17th 2025.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 17, 1972.
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April 17, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 17, 1972:
- Jean Engels
- Giovanni Palazzolo
What famous deaths happened on April 17th?
Famous deaths on April 17th:
![Deanna Durbin]()
Deanna DurbinAmerican actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.
![Kitty Carlisle]()
Kitty CarlisleAmerican actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).
![Doris Roberts]()
Doris RobertsAmerican actress (b. 1925).
![Michael Sarrazin]()
Michael SarrazinMichael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.
![Eva Novak]()
Eva NovakActress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.
- Benjerman Franklin
Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.
- Axiel Márquez
Axiel Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter and journalist, known for his novels such as One Hundred Years of...
- Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels and short stories,...
- Jesua Garcia
Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.
- Biju Patnaik
Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...
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April 17, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 17, 1972:
- Pope Anicetus (died 166)
- Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)
Saints celebrated on April 17, 1972:
- Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
- Saint Landricus
- Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
April 17, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 17, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 17th and April 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
- Joe Tex - I Gotcha
- America - A Horse With No Name
- The Dramatics - In The Rain
April 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- Nilsson - Without You
- Ringo Starr - Back Off Boogaloo
- The New Seekers - Beg, Steal Or Borrow
- The Chiffons - Sweet Talking Guy
April 17, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1972 was Day Dreaming by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 17, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming
- The Dramatics - In The Rain
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
- The Soul Children - Hearsay
April 17, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 17, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
April 17, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 17, 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:
April 17, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 17, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Blue Knight
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Joseph Wambaugh, an ex-cop and #1 New York Times bestseller writer, created a new type of literature through his outstanding early police procedurals.
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.
The Defense Never Rests
By: F. Lee Bailey
This controversial defense lawyer reviews his career. He focuses on the Boston Strangler, Sam Sheppard vindication and the Great Plymouth Mail Robbery.
Open Marriage
By: Nena and George O'Neill
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The Friends Of Eddie Coyle
By: George V. Higgins
This classic novel by "America's greatest crime novelist" Time has a new introduction by Dennis Lehane. George V. Higgins' seminal crime novel tells the story of thieves, mobsters and cops.
April 17, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 17, 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 April 17, 1972?
On April 17, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1972?
On April 17, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 17, 1972?
On April 17, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 17th?
April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
- 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.
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 April 1972?
April 1972 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.
