Friday May 04, 1973: on this day

May 04, 1973 was the 124th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 04, 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 May 04, 1973, who was born and died on May 04, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 04, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Fantastic Planet, directed by René Laloux), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 4th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 04, 1973?


May 04, 1973 was a Friday and it was the 124th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 04, 1973 can also be written as 5/4/1973 in the US and as 4/5/1973 in UK and Europe.

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May 04, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 04, 1973:

  • Phillies beat braves 5-4 in 20 innings
  • Wings release red rose speedway in the uk
  • Patriarch shenuda ii of kopitisch church visits the pope.
  • First us tv network female nudity-steambath (pbs)- valerie perrine.
  • The 108-story sears tower in chicago is topped out at 1,451 feet (442 m) as the world's tallest building.

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May 04, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 4th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 04, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 04, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Water 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 May 4th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 04, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 04, 1973 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 04, 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 May 04, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 06:51 am and setting at 10:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.

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Who was born on May 04, 1973?


Famous people born on May 04, 1973:

  • Leonardo Kovac

    Serbian politician known for his efforts in promoting democracy.

  • Matthew Barnaby

    Canadian ice hockey player, and sportscaster.

  • John Madden

    Canadian ice hockey coach and player.

  • Guillermo Barros Schelotto

    Argentinian footballer and coach.

  • Matthew Barnaby in Ottawa

    Canada; nhl left-wing (buffalo sabres).

  • Max Handelman

    Author.

  • Michelle Martinez in Dallas

    Texas, usa; miss america (texas-top 10-1997).

  • Edward Hervey

    Nfl wide receiver (dallas cowboys).

  • Melissa Boyd

    Miss ohio usa (1996).

  • Rikarudo Higa
  • Cristiana Rossi
  • Giuseppe Zappella
  • Katrin Apel
  • Gustavo Barros Schelotto
  • Davide Cadoni
  • Cage
  • Leonardo Cauteruchi

Whose famous birthday is on May 4th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 4th:

  • Audrey Hepburn
    Audrey Hepburn

    Belgian actress, humanitarian and dancer who started as a ballet student.

  • Rob Brydon
    Rob Brydon

    Rob brydon is a welsh actor and comedian known for his work in television and film, including his role in the sitcom gavin & stacey.

  • Hosni Mubarak
    Hosni Mubarak

    Egyptian leader, president and military commander.

  • Lance Bass
    Lance Bass

    American pop singer, dancer and actor.

  • Randy Travis
    Randy Travis

    American country-western singer, who has received every award in his industry.

  • Jackie Jackson
    Jackie Jackson

    American musician and singer (the jackson 5).

  • Paul Gleason
    Paul Gleason

    American actor (b. 1939).

  • Richard Jenkins
    Richard Jenkins

    American actor.

  • Eric Sykes
    Eric Sykes

    English actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1923).

  • Alexander Gould
    Alexander Gould

    American actor.

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May 04, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 10 months old,

or 610 months and 25 days old,

or 2656 weeks

or 18592 days old,

if you were born on May 04, 1973.

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 May 04, 1973?

There are 36 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 4th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 04, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 04, 1973.

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May 04, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 04, 1973:

  • Jane Bowles

    American author and playwright (b. 1917).

  • Franco Montanari

What famous deaths happened on May 4th?

Famous deaths on May 4th:

  • Dom DeLuise
    Dom DeLuise

    Dom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Moe Howard
    Moe Howard

    American actor, singer, and screenwriter (b. 1897).

  • Cathryn Damon
    Cathryn Damon

    American actress mary campbell - soap, who was born in 1930, dies at 56.

  • Anita Stewart
    Anita Stewart

    American actress and producer (d. 1961).

  • Jozeph Tito

    Yugoslav revolutionary and statesman, serving as the leader of Yugoslavia from 1945 until his death.

  • Eddith Nesbit

    Known for her children's literature, including 'The Railway Children'.

  • Carless Brooks

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Josip Broz Tito

    Former President of Yugoslavia.

  • Jozeph Broz

    Yugoslav politician who was a prominent member of the Communist Party of Yugoslavia.

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May 04, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 04, 1973:

  • Star Wars day, "May the 4th be with you" pun on "May the force be with you"
  • Republic of China - Literary Day (???, commemorating May Fourth Movement).
  • International Firefighters' Day.
  • People's Republic of China - Youth Day (???, commemorating May Fourth Movement).
  • Blessed Catherine of Park
  • The Netherlands - Remembrance of the Dead.

Saints celebrated on May 04, 1973:

  • Saint Ladislaus of Gielnow
  • Saint Judas Cyriacus
  • Saint Florian
  • Saint Godehard
  • Saint Monica of Hippo (d. 387)
  • Saint Ethelred
  • Saint Silvianus
  • Saint Titianus
  • Saint Willerik
  • Saint John Houghton, Saint Robert Lawrence, Saint Augustine Webster, Saint Richard Reynolds, and Saint John Hale; all put to death in 1535.
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May 04, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 04, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 04, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 04, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 04, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 04, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
  2. - The Cisco Kid
  3. - Little Willy
  4. - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
  5. - The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia

May 04, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 04, 1973 was See My Baby Jive by Wizzard, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 04, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 04, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - See My Baby Jive
  2. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
  3. - Hell Raiser
  4. - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
  5. - And I Love You So

May 04, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 04, 1973 was Pillow Talk by Sylvia (r&b), according to the R&B music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 04, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 04, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Pillow Talk
  2. - Funky Worm
  3. - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
  4. - Masterpiece
  5. - Cisco Kid

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May 04, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 04, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Fantastic Planet

Fantastic Planet

Release year: 1973

Directed by: René Laloux

Starring: Barry Bostwick, Jennifer Drake, Eric Baugin, Jean Topart

Country: United States of America

Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Corrado Farina

Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti

Country: Italy

O Lucky Man!

O Lucky Man!

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Lindsay Anderson

Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Ralph Richardson, Rachel Roberts, Arthur Lowe

Wonder Women

Wonder Women

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Robert Vincent O'Neill

Starring: Nancy Kwan, Ross Hagen, Maria De Aragon, Roberta Collins

Soylent Green

Soylent Green

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Richard Fleischer

Starring: Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson, Leigh Taylor-Young, Chuck Connors

Country: United States of America

May 04, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 04, 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:

Cheri

Cheri

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Release year: 1973

May 04, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 04, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Sunlight Dialogues by John Gardner

The Sunlight Dialogues

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John Gardner's expansive portrait of the clash of philosophical perspectives in 1960s America. It centers on the appearance of a mysterious stranger, in a small Upstate New York.

The Best And The Brightest by David Halberstam

The Best And The Brightest

By:

"A rich, entertaining and profound reading experience." The New York Times "The most complete saga about how America got involved in Vietnam."

The Matlock Paper by Robert Ludlum

The Matlock Paper

By:

James Barbour Matlock is a college professor and Vietnam veteran. Washington chooses him to stop a wide-reaching conspiracy in an assignment that is undercover and destined to put his life at risk.

The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three by John Godey

The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three

By:

1973 novel about the NYC subway hijacking. 1974 Dell paperback edition.

Once Is Not Enough by Jacqueline Susann

Once Is Not Enough

By:

Entertainment was once a world that didn't sleep. Models, magazine editors, and pop stars all visited "vitamin doctors", to get shots that would enable them to stay awake all night, then work the next day in offices with Calderesque mobiles …

May 04, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 04, 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 May 04, 1973?

On May 04, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 04, 1973?

On May 04, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 04, 1973?

On May 04, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 4th?

May 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th 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 4th, such as:

  • 2019 - At least nine people are killed in an attack on the forces loyal to field marshal khalifa haitar in sabha (libya), by the islamic state of iraq and the levant. isil claims responsibility.
  • 2018 - (el pais) basque conflict: eta's final act of dissolution takes place in cambo-les-bains france. in the presence of jonathan powell, gerry adams and brian currin, eta is represented by politicians like brian currin, brian currin, cuauhtemoc carenas, brian currin, and brian currin. (el pais). mariano rajoy, the spanish prime minister, reminds a crowd about the 853 victims and reaffirms his resolve to end the 60-year-old eta violence.
  • 2017 - 2017 venezuelan protests - a student is shot to death in el tigre during gunfire. this brings the total number of deaths in protests against nicolas maduro to 37.

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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 May 1973?

May 1973 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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