Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 4th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for May 04, 1973What happened on Friday, May 4, 1973?
About May 4th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 4, 1973, ABC aired a scene featuring female nudity in the episode of 'The Mod Squad', marking a significant moment in television history. This event was controversial and sparked discussions about censorship and the portrayal of women on television.
- Day of the week: May 4th, 1973 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn
- #1 UK song: See My Baby Jive by Wizzard
- Popular movie: The Sting directed by George Roy Hill
More about May 4th, 1973? See below for more news and curiosities on May 4th, 1973.
A meaningful gift for someone born on May 4, 1973
Give them the year they were born
The personalized 1973 nostalgia year poster is a beautifully researched snapshot of the books, songs and movies that shaped 1973.
- Best-selling books from 1973
- Popular songs from 1973
- Popular movies from 1973
$9.90 · Personalized digital poster delivered instantly by email
Create a 1973 year posterWant the exact date instead? Create a May 4, 1973 poster
See our satisfaction and refund policy.
Real poster exampleTable of contents
- May 04, 1973: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was May 04, 1973?
- Who was born on May 04, 1973?
- May 04, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- May 04, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- May 04, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 04, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on May 04, 1973?
- Back in 1973
May 04, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 04, 1973:
- First network TV female nudity aired on ABC's 'The Mod Squad' On May 4, 1973, ABC aired a scene featuring female nudity in the episode of 'The Mod Squad', marking a significant moment in television history. This event was controversial and sparked discussions about censorship and the portrayal of women on television. source: nytimes.com
- Wings release 'Red Rose Speedway' album On May 4, 1973, Paul McCartney and Wings released their second studio album, 'Red Rose Speedway', through Apple Records. The album, produced by McCartney, was recorded over several sessions in 1972 and features the hit single 'My Love'. It achieved commercial success, reaching number 1 on the US Billboard Top LPs chart and number 5 on the UK Albums Chart. source: en.wikipedia.org
- Millie Martorella Wins BPAA US Women's Bowling Open Professional bowler Millie Martorella secured victory in the prestigious BPAA US Women's Bowling Open, highlighting women's achievements in competitive sports during the early 1970s.
May 04, 1973: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
What day of the week was May 04, 1973?
Who was born on May 04, 1973?
Famous people born on May 04, 1973:
![Guillermo Barros Schelotto]()
Guillermo Barros SchelottoProminent Argentinian footballer and coach who played for several top clubs and the national team.
![Matthew Barnaby]()
Matthew BarnabyCanadian ice hockey player and sportscaster known for his career in the NHL.
![John Madden]()
John MaddenCanadian ice hockey coach and player known for his contributions to the sport.
![Cage]()
Cage![Cristiana Rossi]()
Cristiana Rossi
May 04, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
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.
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
- War - The Cisco Kid
- The Sweet - Little Willy
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- Vicki Lawrence - 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.
- Wizzard - See My Baby Jive
- Dawn featuring Tony Orlando - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
- The Sweet - Hell Raiser
- Gary Glitter - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
- Perry Como - 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 music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.
- Sylvia (r&b) - Pillow Talk
- Ohio Players - Funky Worm
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Temptations - Masterpiece
- War - Cisco Kid
May 04, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 4th is Taurus.
Discover the zodiac sign and horoscope for any day in the past.
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.
Discover the personality of May born.
Unlock the Mysteries of May 04, 1973! Claim Your Free Numerology Report!
May 04, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
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.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthMay 04, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 04, 1973 was Waxing crescent.
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.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign Now!
Your place in the Universe on May 04, 1973
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your Star Map Now!How old is someone born on May 04, 1973?
Someone born on May 04, 1973 is:
53 years 3 months old,
or 639 months and 7 days old,
or 2779 weeks and 4 days old,
or 19457 days old,
Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
Use our How old am I? Calculator to know the age of a person today or use the Age Calculator to determine the interval between two dates.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 04, 1973?
There are 266 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 4th 2027.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
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.
Discover what generation people belong to with our generation calculator.
This day in 30 sec.
Back in 1973
Why 1973 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on May 4, 1973, a 1973 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to May 4, 1973 includes First network TV female nudity aired on ABC's 'The Mod Squad', giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
The soundtrack around May 4, 1973 included “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Dawn, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.
Cinema from the world of May 4, 1973 included The Sting, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
May 4, 1973 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Guillermo Barros Schelotto, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
Together, those details make May 4, 1973 more than an answer to a history question: they provide the personal starting point for a gift rooted in the recipient's own date.
Because the poster is delivered digitally and personalized around 1973, it can become a birthday surprise, milestone keepsake, or printable reminder of the era connected to May 4, 1973.
The 1973 poster brings together verified books, songs, and movies, creating a personal digital keepsake for birthdays and milestone celebrations tied to May 4, 1973.
Explore the fuller story in our 1973 history guide, or see the 1973 poster gift page. You can also compare ideas in our birth-year poster guide.
Make 1973 part of their celebration
A personalized digital nostalgia gift, ready to order for someone connected to May 4, 1973.
