Friday February 02, 1973: on this day

February 02, 1973 was the 33rd day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is February 02, 1973 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 02, 1973, who was born and died on February 02, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crocodile Rock by Elton John), movies (e.g. The Train Robbers, directed by Burt Kennedy), TV series (e.g. Lawinenpatrouille) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1973?


February 02, 1973 was a Friday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1973 can also be written as 2/2/1973 in the US and as 2/2/1973 in UK and Europe.

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February 02, 1973: What happened on that day?


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February 02, 1973: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 02, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 02, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 02, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 02, 1973 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 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 February 02, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 06:30 am and setting at 05:51 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Who was born on February 02, 1973?


Famous people born on February 02, 1973:

  • Marissa Jaret Winokur

    American actress and singer.

  • Aleksander Tammert

    Estonian discus thrower.

  • Andrei Luzgin

    Estonian tennis player and coach.

  • Jose White WLAF/NFL defensive tackle (Minnesota Vikings

    Frankfurt galaxy).

  • Radka Bobkova in Prague

    Czechoslovakian republic; tennis player (quarter bournemouth).

  • Patrick Jeffers

    Nfl wide reciever (denver broncos - super bowl 32).

  • Dan Brandenburg

    Linebacker (buffalo bills).

  • Sergio Gonzalez

    Rocker (menudo-cannonball).

  • Tim Denton

    Nfl cornerback (atlanta falcons).

  • Valerïý Yabloçkïn
  • Ike Ibeabuchi

Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:

  • 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.

  • Gemma Arterton
    Gemma Arterton

    Gemma arterton is a british actress known for her roles in blockbuster films such as 'quantum of solace' and 'prince of persia: the sands of...

  • David Jason
    David Jason

    British comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.

  • Jascha Heifetz
    Jascha Heifetz

    Lithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.

  • Stan Getz
    Stan Getz

    Philadelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).

  • Ina Garten
    Ina Garten

    American tv personality and author.

  • Abba Eban
    Abba Eban

    Israeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.

  • Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch

    American actress with a varied and long career.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jennifer Westfeldt
    Jennifer Westfeldt

    American screenwriter and actress.

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February 02, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 1 month old,

or 613 months and 17 days old,

or 2667 weeks and 4 days old,

or 18673 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 1973.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 02, 1973?

There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 02, 1973.

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February 02, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 02, 1973:

  • Hendrik Elias

    Belgian academic and politician, 9th mayor of ghent (b. 1902).

  • Henry J Elias

    Flemish historian/mayor at gent, dies aged 70.

What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?

Famous deaths on February 2nd:

  • Boris Karloff
    Boris Karloff

    Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in...

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Anna May Wong
    Anna May Wong

    Actress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Barry Morse
    Barry Morse

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).

  • Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence

    Donald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.

  • Bob Elliott
    Bob Elliott

    Bob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

    American actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).

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February 02, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 02, 1973:

  • Ancient Latvia - Veja Diena observed.
  • St. Adelbald
  • Catholicism - Candlemas, The Presentation of the Lord, The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, World Day for Consecrated Life (also February 3 in the United States).
  • United States and Canada - Groundhog Day.
  • Scotland - A quarter day in the Christian calendar (due to Candlemas).
  • Paganism - Imbolc (in northern hemisphere), Lughnasadh (in southern hemisphere).
  • Czech Republic - Hromnice.
  • St. Cornelius
  • France - CrOpe Day.

Observances on February 02, 1973:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 29th and February 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 02, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1973 was Crocodile Rock by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crocodile Rock
  2. - You're So Vain
  3. - Superstition
  4. - Why Can't We Live Together
  5. - Your Mama Don't Dance

February 02, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1973 was Blockbuster by The Sweet, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blockbuster
  2. - Part Of The Union
  3. - Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)
  4. - Daniel
  5. - Sylvia

February 02, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1973 was Why Can't We Live Together by Timmy Thomas, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

February 02, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 02, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 29th and February 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Why Can't We Live Together
  2. - Superstition
  3. - Love Jones
  4. - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love
  5. - The World Is A Ghetto

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February 02, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 02, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Train Robbers

The Train Robbers

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Burt Kennedy

Starring: John Wayne, Ann-Margret, Rod Taylor, Ben Johnson

Black Caesar

Black Caesar

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Larry Cohen

Starring: Fred Williamson, Gloria Hendry, Art Lund, D'Urville Martin

The World's Greatest Athlete

The World's Greatest Athlete

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Robert Scheerer

Starring: John Amos, Jan-Michael Vincent, Tim Conway, Roscoe Lee Browne

The World's Greatest Athlete

The World's Greatest Athlete

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Robert Scheerer

Starring: John Amos, Jan-Michael Vincent, Tim Conway, Roscoe Lee Browne

Steelyard Blues

Steelyard Blues

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Alan Myerson

Starring: Mel Stewart, Donald Sutherland, Howard Hesseman, Morgan Upton

February 02, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 02, 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:

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

The Bobby Darin Show

The Bobby Darin Show

Release year: 1973

Starring: Bobby Darin, Richard Bakalyan, Roger Carroll, Geoff Edwards

Country: United States of America

Dead of Night

Dead of Night

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Release year: 1972

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

February 02, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 02, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

Harry S. Truman by Margaret Truman

Harry S. Truman

By:

This is the definitive biography about one of the most influential political figures of the 20th Century. Margaret Truman offers rare insight and understanding of her father's life, and Margaret Truman is unsurpassed in this regard.

The Winds Of War by Herman Wouk

The Winds Of War

By:

The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

By:

The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …

All Creatures Great And Small by James Herriot

All Creatures Great And Small

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This classic bestseller is multimillion-copy. Enter the magical world of James Herriot, the beloved veterinarian and his gang of funny, heartwarming, and tragic animal patients.

February 02, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 02, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on February 02, 1973?

On February 02, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1973?

On February 02, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1973?

On February 02, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 2nd?

February 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of February. 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 February 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Moro conflict: patikul and sulu shootout: five soldiers, three militants, and several other people were killed in an attack in patikul (sulu), in the philippines.
  • 2018 - Relations china-united kingdom: in the midst of perceived erosion in freedoms in hong kong and britain, prime minister theresa may ends a three-day visit in china. it is estimated that there were ps9 billion worth of trade agreements.
  • 2017 - Relations between georgia and the european union: the european parliament unanimously approved visa-free schengen for georgia.

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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 February 1973?

February 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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