Thursday February 02, 1978: on this day

February 02, 1978 was the 33rd day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 02, 1978 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, 1978, who was born and died on February 02, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Blue Collar, directed by Paul Schrader), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1978?


February 02, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1978 can also be written as 2/2/1978 in the US and as 2/2/1978 in UK and Europe.

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February 02, 1978: 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, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Horse 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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Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 02, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 02, 1978 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 1978 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, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 01:59 am and setting at 01:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1978.

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Who was born on February 02, 1978?


Famous people born on February 02, 1978:

  • Rich Sommer
    Rich Sommer

    American actor.

  • Barbara Mori

    Barbara mori is a mexican model and actress known for her role in the telenovela rubí.

  • Barry Ferguson

    Manager and player from scotland.

  • Hector Lombard

    Hector Lombard is a Cuban-Australian former professional mixed martial artist known for his explosive fighting style.

  • Eden Espinosa

    Eden Espinosa is a talented reporter known for her investigative journalism.

  • Lee Ji-ah

    South korean actress.

  • Adam Christopher

    New zealand writer.

  • Faye White

    English footballer.

  • Annabel Ellwood

    Australian tennis player.

  • Olivier Mutis

    French professional tennis player who had retired in 2006.

  • Annabel Ellwood in Canberra

    Australia; tennis star (1995 futures nc).

  • Macarena Gómez
    Macarena Gómez
  • Aaron Staton
  • Jaime Robles Céspedes
  • Claudio Morel Rodríguez
  • Nelson Chamisa

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.

See more famous people and celebrities born on February 2nd

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February 02, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 2 months old,

or 554 months and 18 days old,

or 2411 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16879 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 1978.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 02, 1978?

There are 288 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, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 02, 1978.

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February 02, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 02, 1978:

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Natale Gorini
  • Gotfred Johansen
  • Karl Altenburger
  • William Holmes
  • Maurice Tillieux

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.

  • 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.

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

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

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Jessie Royce Landis
    Jessie Royce Landis

    Actress in north by northwest, dies at 67.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 2nd

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February 02, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 02, 1978:

  • 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, 1978:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 30th and February 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 02, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stayin' Alive
  2. - Short People
  3. - Baby Come Back
  4. - We Are The Champions
  5. - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water

February 02, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Take A Chance On Me
  2. - Figaro
  3. - If I Had Words
  4. - Come Back My Love
  5. - Uptown Top Ranking

February 02, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1978 was Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up" by Stargard, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 02, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
  2. - Our Love
  3. - Always And Forever
  4. - Too Hot Ta Trot
  5. - Ffun

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February 02, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 02, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Blue Collar

Blue Collar

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Starring: Richard Pryor, Harvey Keitel, Yaphet Kotto, Ed Begley Jr.

Ecce bombo

Ecce bombo

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Nanni Moretti

Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci

Country: Italy

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

The Biggest Battle

The Biggest Battle

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Umberto Lenzi

Starring: Helmut Berger, Samantha Eggar, Giuliano Gemma, John Huston

The Bermuda Triangle

The Bermuda Triangle

Release year: 1978

Directed by: René Cardona Jr.

Starring: John Huston, Andrés García, Hugo Stiglitz, Gloria Guida

February 02, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 02, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small

Release year: 1978

Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Newcomers

The Newcomers

Release year: 1977

Directed by: James Allen Bradley

The Professionals

The Professionals

Release year: 1977

Written by:

Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

February 02, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 02, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Second Ring Of Power by Carlos Castaneda

The Second Ring Of Power

By:

ENTER THE SORCERESS

Origins by Richard E. Leakey and Roger Lewin

Origins

By:

Richard Leakey's personal account includes his fossil hunting expeditions and landmark discoveries at Lake Turkana. His reassessment and revision of human prehistory using new evidence, as well as his deep pondering.

Coming Into The Country by John McPhee

Coming Into The Country

By:

The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:

Dynasty by Robert S. Elegant

Dynasty

By:

Three generations of the Sekloongs are Hong Kong merchant princes. The story follows the lives and times of three generations of Sekloong brothers, who are split by ambition and adultery.

Essays Of E.B. White by E.B. White

Essays Of E.B. White

By:

This classic collection is by one of the most important essayists of all time.

February 02, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 02, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Star Ship

Star Ship

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Starfleet Orion

Starfleet Orion

Platform: PET, TRS-80, Apple II

Genre: Sci-Fi strategy game

Publisher: Epyx

The Cottage

The Cottage

Platform: Oden, IBM PC

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Scandinavian PC Systems

Sky Diver

Sky Diver

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Windows PlayStation 2 Xbox

Genre: Action

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Blasto

Blasto

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Gremlin

history

Who was the US President on February 02, 1978?

On February 02, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1978?

On February 02, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1978?

On February 02, 1978 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 1978?

1978 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
  • Funeral of Pope Paul VI
  • Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar

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What was the calendar for February 1978?

February 1978 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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