Monday May 26, 1975: on this day

About May 26th, 1975, in brief:

  • Historical events: Tennis game in the Surrey championships lasts 31 minutes.
  • Day of the week: May 26th, 1975 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Helena Bonham Carter, Pam Grier
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: Before The Next Teardrop Falls by Freddy Fender
  • #1 UK song: Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette
  • Popular movie: Love and Death directed by Woody Allen

More about May 26th, 1975? See below for more news and curiosities on May 26th, 1975.

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What day of the week was May 26, 1975?


May 26, 1975 was a Monday and it was the 146th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1975 can also be written as 5/26/1975 in the US and as 26/5/1975 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 1975: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 1975:

  • Tennis game in the surrey championships lasts 31 minutes.

May 26, 1975: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 26, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

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 26, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rabbit chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Rabbit personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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May 26, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 1975 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1975 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 26, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 09:48 pm and setting at 07:36 am.

The previous full moon was on May 25, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Jun 23, 1975.

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Who was born on May 26, 1975?


Famous people born on May 26, 1975:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

  • Kwasi Kwarteng

    British Conservative politician and the current Chancellor of the Exchequer.

  • Jesus Shuttlesworth

    Fictional character played by Ray Allen in the movie 'He Got Game' known for his basketball talent.

  • Christopher Lindsey Donaldson in Dunedin

    New zealand; 100 metre/200 metre runner (olympics-1996).

  • Travis Lee

    San diego, california -- baseball 1st baseman (1996 olympics - bronze medalist).

  • Suat Suna

    Turkish producer and singer-songwriter.

  • Alessandro Calcaterra
  • Yvetta Hlavácová
  • Kai Børre Andersen
  • Ousmane N'Gom Camara
  • Ricardo Fernández
  • Arianna Meloni
  • Carl Verheijen

Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Doug Hutchison
    Doug Hutchison

    American actor.

  • Norma Talmadge
    Norma Talmadge

    American actress, silent screen, vaudeville and radio star, oldest of three talmadge sisters, who was promoted by her stage-driven mother.

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How old is someone born on May 26, 1975?


Someone born on May 26, 1975 is:

48 years 11 months old,

or 587 months and 27 days old,

or 2556 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17895 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 1975?

There are 3 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1975?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 26, 1975.

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May 26, 1975: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 1975:

  • Memorial Day - This holiday honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 1975:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 1975: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 1975 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 26th and June 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1975 was Before The Next Teardrop Falls by Freddy Fender, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 26, 1975: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Before The Next Teardrop Falls
  2. - Thank God I'm A Country Boy
  3. - How Long
  4. - Only Yesterday
  5. - Sister Golden Hair

May 26, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1975 was Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 26, 1975: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stand By Your Man
  2. - Oh Boy
  3. - Lovin' You
  4. - Hurt So Good
  5. - Let Me Try Again

May 26, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1975 was Spirit Of The Boogie by Kool & The Gang, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 26, 1975: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 1975 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Spirit Of The Boogie
  2. - Love Won't Let Me Wait
  3. - Baby That's Backatcha
  4. - Rockin' Chair
  5. - Give The People What They Want

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May 26, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 1975 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Love and Death

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Woody Allen

Starring: Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Georges Adet, Frank Adu

Country: United States of America

Nashville

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Keith Carradine, Karen Black, Ronee Blakley, Shelley Duvall

Country: United States of America

Salon Kitty

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Tinto Brass

Starring: Helmut Berger, Ingrid Thulin, Teresa Ann Savoy, John Steiner

Country: United States of America

Zorro

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Duccio Tessari

Starring: Alain Delon, Enzo Cerusico, Ottavia Piccolo, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Adriana Asti, Giampiero Albertini, Stanley Baker, Marino Masé, Moustache , Paulino Rita

Country: Italy

One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Milos Forman

May 26, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 1975 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Ovelha Negra

Release year: 1975

The Invisible Man

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Joseph Henson

Edward the King

Release year: 1975

Starring: Annette Crosbie, Timothy West, Helen Ryan, Felicity Kendal

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Good Neighbors

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Jacob Tierney

May 26, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 1975 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Conversations With Kennedy by Benjamin C. Bradlee

Conversations With Kennedy

By:

"Give[s] us] a good idea about Jack Kennedy's real like--probably as good as any idea that is likely to be written [about him]".

Spindrift by Phyllis A. Whitney

Spindrift

By:

Spindrift by Phyllis A. Whitney. A front cover photo of the book jacket shows that a violent struggle was underway within the walls at Newport Estate.

The Massacre At Fall Creek by Jessamyn West

The Massacre At Fall Creek

By:

Based on historical events, this dramatic and sweeping story traces the life of Indiana's frontier in 1824. The Fall Creek Massacre was an extraordinary event. It was the first time that whites were ever recorded.

Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi with Curt Gentry

Helter Skelter

By:

1976 Bantam Books; 28th Printing; Helter Skelter. By Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry. Includes 64 pages of "chilling", black-and-white photographs.

The Bermuda Triangle by Charles Berlitz

The Bermuda Triangle

By:

Bermuda Triangle

May 26, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 1975 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crash 'N Score

Crash 'N Score

Platform: Arcade

Genre: driving

Jet Fighter

Jet Fighter

Platform: Arcade

Genre: military, shooter

Hi-way

Hi-way

Platform: Arcade

Genre: driving

Doctor Pong

Doctor Pong

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Atari Inc.

pedit5

pedit5

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Dungeon Crawl, RPG

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Who was the US President on May 26, 1975?

On May 26, 1975 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1975?

On May 26, 1975 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 1975?

On May 26, 1975 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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What happened in 1975?

1975 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 48th National Spelling Bee: Hugh Tosteson wins spelling incisor
  • British population agrees to European Common Market membership
  • Egypt President Sadat reopens Suez Canal

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What was the calendar for May 1975?

May 1975 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.

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