Wednesday October 24, 1973: on this day
About October 24th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: John Lennon sues US government to admit FBI is tapping his phone
- Day of the week: October 24th, 1973 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Kevin Kline, Gilbert Bécaud
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Midnight Train To Georgia by Gladys Knight and the Pips
- #1 UK song: Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra
- Popular movie: Three Wishes for Cinderella directed by Václav Vorlícek
More about October 24th, 1973? See below for more news and curiosities on October 24th, 1973.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 24, 1973?
- October 24, 1973: What happened on that day?
- October 24, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 24, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 24, 1973?
- How old is someone born on October 24, 1973?
- October 24, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- October 24, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 24, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- October 24, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 24, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 24, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 24, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 24, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 24, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on October 24, 1973?
What day of the week was October 24, 1973?
October 24, 1973 was a Wednesday and it was the 297th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 24, 1973 can also be written as 10/24/1973 in the US and as 24/10/1973 in UK and Europe.
October 24, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 24, 1973:
- John lennon sues us government to admit fbi is tapping his phone
- Heavy fog causes 65-car collision killing nine on new jersey turnpike.
October 24, 1973: What were the magazines covers that day?
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October 24, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 24th 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 24, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 24, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Ox 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
Discover the planets positions on October 24th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 24, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 24, 1973 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 24, 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 24, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:44 am and setting at 05:27 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 24, 1973?
Famous people born on October 24, 1973:
- Levii Leipheimer
American former professional road bicycle racer who won the bronze medal in the 2008 Olympic Games.
- Vincen Candela
Former French international footballer known for his time at AS Roma and the French national team.
- Laura Veirs
American guitarist and singer-songwriter.
- Madlib
American rapper and producer (madvillain quasimoto and lootpack).
- Meelis Friedenthal
Estonian academic and author.
- Jackie McNamara
Manager and player from scotland.
- Jeff Wilson
New zealand rugby player, cricketer, and radio host.
- Kurt Kuenne
American filmmaker.
- Kenny Holmes
Defensive end (tennessee oilers).
- Matthew Quick
Writer.
- Pia Guanio
Filipino actress and television host.
- Malaika Arora Khan
Actress.
- Korie Robertson
Reality star.
- Burgess Jenkins
- Jérôme Garcès
Whose famous birthday is on October 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 24th:
![Kevin Kline]()
Kevin KlineAmerican actor and director.
![Gilbert Bécaud]()
Gilbert BécaudHe was a french singer-songwriter who wrote french songs like "what now my love?" "je t'appartiens", which was renamed by the everly...
![Jean-Claude Pascal]()
Jean-Claude PascalFrench actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.
![Martin Campbell]()
Martin CampbellNew zealand producer and director.
![Mallika Sherawat]()
Mallika SherawatMallika sherawat is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her bold and outspoken personality.
![Tim Pocock]()
Tim PocockTim pocock is an australian tv actor known for his role as a young scott summers in the film x-men origins: wolverine.
![Gilda Gray]()
Gilda GrayPolish-american actress, singer, and dancer (d. 1959).
![Sammy Petrillo]()
Sammy PetrilloAmerican actor (d. 2009).
![Tom Fletcher]()
Tom FletcherNfl defensive safety (seattle seahawks).
![Natalie Anderson]()
Natalie AndersonTv actress.
How old is someone born on October 24, 1973?
Someone born on October 24, 1973 is:
50 years 6 months old,
or 606 months and 29 days old,
or 2639 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18474 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 24, 1973?
There are 154 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 24, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 24, 1973.
October 24, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 24, 1973:
- Pietro Loretelli
- Domenico Ponzi
- Costantino Stella
What famous deaths happened on October 24th?
Famous deaths on October 24th:
![Raul Julia]()
Raul JuliaRaul Julia was a Puerto Rican actor known for his roles in films like 'The Addams Family' and 'Kiss of the Spider Woman.
![Maureen O'Hara]()
Maureen O'HaraAn irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
![Anita Björk]()
Anita BjörkSwedish actress (b. 1923).
![Robert Guillaume]()
Robert GuillaumeAmerican television and musical stage actor.
![Marcia Strassman]()
Marcia StrassmanAmerican singer and actress (d. 2014).
![Peggy Moran]()
Peggy MoranAmerican singer and actress (d. 2002).
![Leslie Jordan]()
Leslie JordanAmerican actor, comedian, writer and singer (d. 2022).
![Claire Windsor]()
Claire WindsorAmerican actress (born 1897).
![Ana Bertha Lepe]()
Ana Bertha LepeMexican model and actress (b. 1934).
- John McCarthy
Considered the father of artificial intelligence, he invented the Lisp programming language.
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October 24, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 24, 1973:
- Also see October 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- In The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien, the date is mentioned to Frodo Baggins by Gandalf upon his waking in Rivendell.
- Discordianism - Maladay
- Zambia - Independence Day (1964)
- R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Antonio Maria Claret
- United Nations Day (charter 1945)
Observances on October 24, 1973:
- Global Media and Information Literacy Week, 24-31 October
- United Nations Day
- World Development Information Day
- Disarmament Week, 24-30 October
October 24, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 24, 1973 was Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 24, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 24, 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 24, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 24, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
October 24, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 24, 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:
Kojak
Release year: 1973
Country: United States of America
October 24, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 24, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Making Of The President 1972
By: Theodore H. White
"[White] revolutionized the art of reporting on politics." --William F. BuckleyThe Making of the Presidential President 1972 is the fourth book of Theodore H.
The Joy Of Sex
By: Alex Comfort
The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.
The Honorary Consul
By: Graham Greene
Charley Fortnum is kidnapped in a provincial Argentinean city by Paraguayan revolutionaries, who mistake him for the American ambassador.
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
By: Dr. Robert Atkins
America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off
In One Era And Out The Other
By: Sam Levenson
Sam Levenson, a beloved humorist and author, finds that his old worldviews don’t match the new one. Levenson was the youngest of eight children born to a large Jewish immigrant family.
October 24, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 24, 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 24, 1973?
On October 24, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 24, 1973?
On October 24, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 24, 1973?
On October 24, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 24th?
October 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 sulawesi tsunami and earthquake: officials lower the death toll from the tsunami and earthquake of september 28, 2018, to 2,256, 10,679, and 1,075 respectively.
- 2017 - Germany's terror: german police raid suspected islamist militants to find weapons and ammunition.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: isil recaptures ar-rutbah in western iraq, where it had previously withdrawn from in may.
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.
