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US date format: 12/4/1978, UK date format: 4/12/1978
The day of the week was Monday, under the astrological sign of Sagittarius (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on December 4, 1978).
Famous birthdays on this day include Michele Di Piedi and Jaclyn Victor.
The number one song in US was Le Freak by Chic. Mary's Boy Child by Boney M was #1 song in the UK.
Superman, directed by Richard Donner, was one of the most viewed movie released in 1978 while Eye Of The Needle by Ken Follett was one of the best selling book.
On TV people were watching A Woman Called Moses. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Superman or Atari Football.
The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour), Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened that day: find out below.
Events | Famous Birthdays | Famous Deaths | Movies | TV Series | Music charts | Magazine covers | Books | Videogames
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December 04, 1978 Events
What happened on December 04, 1978?
Historical Events
- Dianne Feinstein is named SF 1st female mayor
- Pioneer Venus 1 goes into orbit around Venus.
- Dutch War criminal Pieter Menten freed.
- Following the murder of Mayor George Moscone, Dianne Feinstein becomes San Francisco, California's first female mayor (she served until January 8, 1988).
See also
What happened on December 04 in history? Find out the list of December 4th major events
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December 04, 1978 Famous Birthdays
Who was born on December 04, 1978?
Italian footballer.
Malaysian singer and actress.
Other December 4th famous birthdays
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Former supermodel, an American...
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American actor and noted family, the son...
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Movie Actress.
How old am I?
If December 04, 1978 is your birthday you are 44 years old. Find out how old you are in years, months, weeks and days and how long until your next birthday on December 04.
December 04, 1978 Famous Deaths
Who died on December 04, 1978?
Netherlands/US phycist, dies at age 76.
Other December 4th famous deaths
American musician, a guitarist, singer...
British foremost composer who helped...
French-born Spanish singer (d. 2005).
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Ireland -- Actor (Dorian Gray, Assassin...
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Superman
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Richard Donner
Starring: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando
Country: United States of America
The Great Train Robbery
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Michael Crichton
Starring: Sean Connery, Donald Sutherland, Lesley-Anne Down, Alan Webb
Country: United States of America
Every Which Way But Loose
Release year: 1978
Directed by: James Fargo
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Geoffrey Lewis, Beverly D'Angelo
Country: United States of America
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
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
Music charts
What was the number one song on December 04, 1978? Which were the top hits on December 04, 1978?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
- Chic - Le Freak
- Donna Summer - MacArthur Park
- Barbra & Neil - You Don't Bring Me Flowers
- Gino Vannelli - I Just Wanna Stop
- Ambrosia - How Much I Feel
Top #5 songs in the UK
- Boney M - Mary's Boy Child
- Rod Stewart - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
- The Village People - YMCA
- The Barron Knights - A Taste Of Aggro
- The Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven
Top #5 R&B songs
- Chic - Le Freak
- Barry White - Your Sweetness Is My Weakness
- Chaka Khan - I'm Every Woman
- Cheryl Lynn - Got To Be Real
- Rick James - Mary Jane
Sport Games on December 04, 1978
NFL
American Football- Chicago Bears - San Diego Chargers : 7 - 40
TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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A Woman Called Moses
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Rentner haben niemals Zeit
Release year: 1978
Matador
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Erik Balling
Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz
Country: Denmark
Treasure Island
Release year: 1978
Starring: Joe Thomas, Bobby Thong
Country: Japan
Apple Pie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Howard Goldberg
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in December 1978?
- LIFE: Prince Charles
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: Jonestown Deaths -- Dec. 4, 1978
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8617
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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Eye Of The Needle
By: Ken Follett
The global phenomenon created by Edge of Eternity's author. His code name was "The Needle". He was a German aristocrat of exceptional intelligence, a master spy with a history of violence.
The Empty Copper Sea
By: John D. MacDonald
The Empty Copper Sea, a classic crime novel by a beloved author of crime fiction, features Travis McGee, a hard-boiled detective who lives in a houseboat.
The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady
By: Edith Holden
This facsimile reproduction is of the 1906 naturalist's journal. Edith Holden documented in words and pictures the British countryside's flora, fauna, and changes throughout the year.
Gnomes
By: Rien Poortvliet
This collector's edition celebrates the 35th anniversary celebrations of Gnomes, a delightful classic.
A Time For Truth
By: William E. Simon
An eminent conservative examines the economic and policy policies that threaten liberty and points the way towards an American Renaissance.
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
Superman
Atari Football
Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio
Pirate Adventure
Clowns
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 the day of the week was Monday.
What zodiac sign is December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 the zodiac sign was Sagittarius.
Who was the US President on December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on December 04, 1978?
On December 04, 1978 several famous people were born including, Michele Di Piedi, Jaclyn Victor, Jaclyn Victor.
Which famous people died on December 04, 1978?
Famous people died on December 04, 1978 include, Samuel Abraham Goldsmith.
What was the number one song in December 04, 1978?
The number one song in the week of December 04, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic in US and Mary's Boy Child by Boney M in UK.
What were the top hits on December 04, 1978?
The top hits on December 04, 1978 were Le Freak by Chic, MacArthur Park by Donna Summer, You Don't Bring Me Flowers by Barbra & Neil in US and Mary's Boy Child by Boney M, Da Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart, YMCA by The Village People in UK.
