Saturday June 30, 1979: on this day

About June 30th, 1979, in brief:

  • Historical events: Got To Go Disco closes at Minskoff Theater NYC after 8 performances
  • Day of the week: June 30th, 1979 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Marton Csokas, Mike Tyson
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: Ring My Bell by Anita Ward
  • #1 UK song: Are 'Friends' Electric by Tubeway Army
  • Popular movie: The Wanderers directed by Philip Kaufman

More about June 30th, 1979? See below for more news and curiosities on June 30th, 1979.

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What day of the week was June 30, 1979?


June 30, 1979 was a Saturday and it was the 181st day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 30, 1979 can also be written as 6/30/1979 in the US and as 30/6/1979 in UK and Europe.

June 30, 1979 in June 1979 calendar

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June 30, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 30, 1979:

  • Got to go disco closes at minskoff theater nyc after 8 performances

June 30, 1979: What were the magazines covers that day?

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June 30, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 30th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 30, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Goat chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 30, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Goat 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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June 30, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 30, 1979 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 30, 1979 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 June 30, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 11:13 am and setting at 12:09 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 10, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 1979.

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Who was born on June 30, 1979?


Famous people born on June 30, 1979:

  • Rick Gonzalez
    Rick Gonzalez

    Rick gonzalez is an american actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as coach carter, arrow, and mr.

  • Allari Naresh
    Allari Naresh

    Indian singer and actor.

  • Krishika Kewalramani

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics.

  • Matisyahu

    American reggae singer known for his unique blend of reggae, hip-hop, and rock music.

  • Leaira Gonzalez

    Leaira Gonzalez is a successful entrepreneur who founded a innovative fintech company that provides financial services to underserved...

  • Kameela Patel

    Kameela Patel is a highly sought-after business consultant who has helped numerous companies achieve their growth objectives.

  • Aimi Nakamura

    Aimi Nakamura is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous startups and SMEs in Japan.

  • Carrieanne Bauer

    Carrieanne Bauer is a successful entrepreneur who founded a sustainable fashion brand that has gained a loyal following.

  • Reona Tanaka

    Reona Tanaka is a renowned business consultant and author who specializes in strategic management and organizational transformation.

  • Keisuke Fujii

    Keisuke Fujii is the founder and CEO of the successful Japanese e-commerce platform Zozotown.

  • Umi Tanaka

    Umi Tanaka is a renowned business consultant who has helped numerous startups and established companies achieve their goals.

  • Sylvain Chavanel

    French road cycling racer and one of the most successful since 2000.

  • Faisal Shahzad

    Faisal Shahzad is a Pakistani cricketer known for his aggressive batting style.

  • Cougar Phelps

    Cougar Phelps is an American entrepreneur and investor known for his work in the fintech industry.

  • Eron Harris

    Neuroscientist known for research on brain plasticity.

  • Alena Kostornaia

    Prominent biologist known for her research in genetics.

  • Berlin Boyd

    Berlin Boyd is an American politician.

  • Eskil Rønningsbakken

    Norwegian extreme artist known for his daring performances and stunts.

  • Karen Gravano

    Reality star.

Whose famous birthday is on June 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 30th:

  • Marton Csokas
    Marton Csokas

    Marton csokas is a new zealand actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and the equalizer.

  • Mike Tyson
    Mike Tyson

    American boxer and undisputed champion heavyweight 6/28/1985 after his first round defeat of michael spinks, an unbeaten opponent in...

  • Lizzy Caplan
    Lizzy Caplan

    American actress.

  • Vahina Giocante
    Vahina Giocante

    French actress, born in a swimming pool to an andalusian mother and a corsican dad.

  • Lena Horne
    Lena Horne

    American actress and singer with depth and character.

  • Susan Hayward
    Susan Hayward

    American actress who has appeared in more than 50 films over the course of 35 years.

  • Rupert Graves
    Rupert Graves

    Actor (damage.

  • Nancy Dussault
    Nancy Dussault

    She is an american singer, actress, and tv host.

  • Glenda Farrell
    Glenda Farrell

    Glenda Farrell was an American actress who appeared in over 30 films during the 1930s and 1940s.

  • Mark Waters
    Mark Waters

    American producer and director.

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How old is someone born on June 30, 1979?


Someone born on June 30, 1979 is:

44 years 10 months old,

or 538 months and 23 days old,

or 2342 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16399 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 30, 1979?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 30, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on June 30, 1979.

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June 30, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 30, 1979:

  • Alfons Vranckx

    Belgian politician dies at 72.

  • Lorenzo Bellafontana
  • Chris Taylor
  • William Birrell Franke
  • Carl Hubbs

What famous deaths happened on June 30th?

Famous deaths on June 30th:

  • Gale Gordon
    Gale Gordon

    Gale gordon was an american actor known for his roles in television and radio, particularly for his work on the lucy show and here's lucy.

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Phyllis Hyman
    Phyllis Hyman

    R&b/jazz singer (prime of my life), suicides around 45.

  • Buddy Hackett
    Buddy Hackett

    American comedian and actor (d. 2003).

  • Harve Presnell
    Harve Presnell

    American actor and singer, with a rich baritone.

  • Virginia Brown Faire
    Virginia Brown Faire

    Actress (lonesome trail temptress).

  • Bessie Barriscale
    Bessie Barriscale

    Actress (plain jane show folks).

  • Kafi Hassan

    Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

  • Ceci Estella

    Esteemed scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of genetics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 30th

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June 30, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 30, 1979:

  • Independence Day in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
  • First Martyrs of the See of Rome.

Observances on June 30, 1979:

  • International Asteroid Day
  • International Day of Parliamentarism
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June 30, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 30, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 25th and July 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 30, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 30, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

June 30, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 30, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Hot Stuff
  3. - Bad Girls
  4. - We Are Family
  5. - Chuck E.'s In Love

June 30, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 30, 1979 was Are 'Friends' Electric by Tubeway Army, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

June 30, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 30, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are 'Friends' Electric
  2. - Silly Games
  3. - C'mon Everybody
  4. - Girls Talk
  5. - Good Times

June 30, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 30, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

June 30, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 30, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Boogie Wonderland
  3. - Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now
  4. - Hot Stuff
  5. - We Are Family

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June 30, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 30, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Wanderers

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Philip Kaufman

Starring: Ken Wahl, Karen Allen, John Friedrich, Toni Kalem

Country: United States of America

Moonraker

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Lewis Gilbert

Starring: Roger Moore, Lois Chiles, Michael Lonsdale, Richard Kiel

Country: United States of America

The Frisco Kid

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Gene Wilder, Harrison Ford, Ramon Bieri, Val Bisoglio

Ernesto

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Salvatore Samperi

Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò

Country: Italy

Arabian Adventure

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Kevin Connor

Starring: Christopher Lee, Milo O'Shea, Oliver Tobias, Emma Samms

June 30, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 30, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Mallens

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian Mills

Carga Pesada

Release year: 1979

Thundercloud

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Talon Clemow

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William G. Stewart

June 30, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 30, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Good As Gold by Joseph Heller

Good As Gold

By:

Bruce Gold, a Jewish, middle-aged professor of English literature, is on the verge of a great career in politics. It's not too soon as Gold longs for it.

Cruel Shoes by Steve Martin

Cruel Shoes

By:

Cruel Shoes

Class Reunion by Rona Jaffe

Class Reunion

By:

Fictional Novel, Literary Fiction

Sophie's Choice by William Styron

Sophie's Choice

By:

Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

By:

"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON

June 30, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 30, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Sundance

Sundance

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Cinematronics

Cutie Q

Cutie Q

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: Namco

Apple Trek

Apple Trek

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Apple Inc

Deep Scan

Deep Scan

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn (as a minigame in Die Hard Arcade)

Publisher: Sega

Monkey Magic

Monkey Magic

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Breakout clone

Publisher: Nintendo

history

Who was the US President on June 30, 1979?

On June 30, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 30, 1979?

On June 30, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on June 30, 1979?

On June 30, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about June 30th?

June 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of June. 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 June 30th, such as:

  • 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: 23 people were killed by four humvees loaded with explosives and controlled by suicide bombers in kandahar province. the taliban claimed that 57 people were killed.
  • 2018 - 2017-18 iranian protests
  • 2017 - Five suicide bombers and other militants attack the lebanese armed forces in an attack on two syrian refugee camps near the syrian border. according to the army, a girl was killed by one of the suicide attacks. seven soldiers were also injured in the attack. 350 people were also detained, including many isil officials.

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What happened in 1979?

1979 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
  • Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
  • 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy

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What was the calendar for June 1979?

June 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.

Discover how June 1979 calendar looked like.

Saturday June 30, 1979