What happened on Wednesday May 04, 1977?

Here's what happened on May 04, 1977:

• US Catholic Bishops Modify Excommunication Policy On May 4, 1977, the United States Catholic bishops make a significant policy change by rescinding automatic excommunications for divorced and remarried Catholics. However, the new policy maintains restrictions: communion remains prohibited for individuals whose previous marriages have not been formally annulled by Church tribunals. This decision represents a nuanced approach to addressing complex marital situations within Catholic doctrine.
• Space Mountain Opens at Disneyland On May 4, 1977, the iconic Space Mountain roller coaster attraction debuts in Tomorrowland at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Designed as a thrilling indoor space-themed ride, Space Mountain quickly becomes one of the park's most popular attractions, offering guests a simulated journey through the darkness of space with sharp turns and steep drops.

Events in 1977

May 04, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 04, 1977

Newspapers from May. 04, 1977

May 04, 1977 was a Wednesday and it was the 124th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 04, 1977 can also be written as 5/4/1977 in the US and as 4/5/1977 in UK and Europe.

May 04, 1977 in May 1977 calendar

Famous people born on May 04, 1977:

• Emily Perkins

  Canadian actress known for her roles in television and film, particularly in horror and independent productions.

• Tyronn Lue

  NBA coach and former professional basketball player, known for coaching the Cleveland Cavaliers and winning an NBA championship.

• Toby Schmitz

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on May 4th

May 04, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 04, 1977 was Hotel California by Eagles, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. Eagles - Hotel California
2. Leo Sayer - When I Need You
3. Glen Campbell - Southern Nights
4. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
5. Thelma Houston - Don't Leave Me This Way

May 04, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 04, 1977 was I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. Rod Stewart - I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest
2. Deniece Williams - Free
3. Joe Tex - Ain't Gonna Bump No More
4. Kenny Rogers - Lucille
5. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke

May 04, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 04, 1977 was Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1) by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

1. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1)
2. The Isley Brothers - The Pride (Part I)
3. Tavares - Whodunit
4. KC And The Sunshine Band - I'm Your Boogie Man
5. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke

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

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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, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 04, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 04, 1977 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 04, 1977 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, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 09:28 pm and setting at 07:41 am.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Jun 01, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on May 04, 1977

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Someone born on May 04, 1977 is:

48 years and 10 days old,

or 576 months and 10 days old,

or 2506 weeks

or 17542 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 04, 1977?

There are 355 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 4th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 04, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 04, 1977.

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