Sunday February 05, 1978: on this day

February 05, 1978 was the 36th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 05, 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 05, 1978, who was born and died on February 05, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 05, 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 5th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 05, 1978?


February 05, 1978 was a Sunday and it was the 36th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 05, 1978 can also be written as 2/5/1978 in the US and as 5/2/1978 in UK and Europe.

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February 05, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 05, 1978:

February 05, 1978: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 05, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 5th 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 05, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 05, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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February 05, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 05, 1978 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 05, 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 05, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:04 am and setting at 04:34 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 05, 1978?


Famous people born on February 05, 1978:

  • Earsel Nguyen

    Earsel Nguyen is a serial entrepreneur who has founded and successfully exited multiple startups in the e-commerce and fintech sectors.

  • Biddie Fitzgerald

    Biddie Fitzgerald is a successful angel investor who has invested in numerous startups, helping them grow and achieve success.

  • Shawn Reaves

    American actor.

  • Samuel Sánchez

    Spanish road racing cyclist, winner of the 2008 Olympic gold medal in the road race.

  • Kristina Cherina

    Miss croatia-universe (1997).

  • Mohamed Ousserir

    Algerian footballer.

  • Brian Russell

    American football player.

  • Tal Shaked
  • Anvarjon Soliev
  • Vast Aire
  • Mustafa Shehdeh
  • Zhang Guirong
  • Jairon Zamora
  • Catalina Ines Acosta
  • Chantal Demming
  • Vania Millán
  • Antonino Minardo

Whose famous birthday is on February 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 5th:

  • Abhishek Bachchan
    Abhishek Bachchan

    Abhishek bachchan is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films and for being the son of legendary actor amitabh bachchan.

  • Charlotte Rampling
    Charlotte Rampling

    British actress.

  • William Burroughs
    William Burroughs

    American bisexual writer and heroin addict.

  • Laura Linney
    Laura Linney

    Laura linney is an american actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater.

  • Jennifer Jason Leigh
    Jennifer Jason Leigh

    Jennifer jason leigh is an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'single white female' and 'the hateful eight'.

  • Barbara Hershey
    Barbara Hershey

    American actress who wore a hippie look during the 1960s.

  • Michael Sheen
    Michael Sheen

    Michael sheen is a welsh actor known for his roles in films such as frost/nixon, the queen, and the twilight saga.

  • Benoît Jacquot
    Benoît Jacquot

    French screenwriter and film director.

  • Jussi Björling
    Jussi Björling

    Swedish tenor (d. 1960).

  • Michael Mann
    Michael Mann

    American filmmaker.

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February 05, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 1 month old,

or 553 months and 14 days old,

or 2406 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16844 days old,

if you were born on February 05, 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 05, 1978?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 05, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 05, 1978.

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February 05, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 05, 1978:

  • Frans van Immerseel

    Belgian graphic artist dies at the age of 68.

  • Annie [Anna HM] Romein-Verschoor

    Dutch historian (omzien), dies at age 83.

What famous deaths happened on February 5th?

Famous deaths on February 5th:

  • Christopher Plummer
    Christopher Plummer

    Acclaimed actor known for his versatile performances in films like The Sound of Music and Beginners.

  • Kirk Douglas
    Kirk Douglas

    American actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Dean Jagger
    Dean Jagger

    Actor in the united states (mr novak rawhide, oscar), has died at around 87 years old (born 1903).

  • Thelma Ritter
    Thelma Ritter

    American actress and singer (d. 1969).

  • Franklin Cover
    Franklin Cover

    American actor (born 1928).

  • George Arliss
    George Arliss

    British actor on the stage who rose to fame at the age of 53.

  • Dolores Moran
    Dolores Moran

    Actress (yankee doodle dandy), passes away at 56.

  • Gwili Andre
    Gwili Andre

    Actress (no other woman roar of the dragon).

  • Aloise Corbaz

    Swiss outsider artist known for her intricate drawings and paintings created while institutionalized.

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February 05, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 05, 1978:

  • Kashmir Day observes as public holiday in Pakistan.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Agatha of Sicily, patron saint of firework makers and glass blowers.

Saints celebrated on February 05, 1978:

  • Saint Bertolf
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February 05, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 05, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 05, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 05, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 05, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 05, 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 05, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 05, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Beggarman, Thief by Irwin Shaw

Beggarman, Thief

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Wesley is haunted by the murder of his father and begins a strange, deeply personal quest. He falls in love with Gretchen, who finds new challenges and opportunities.

Kg 200 by J.D. Gilman and John Clive

Kg 200

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KG 200: A Luftwaffe squadron who spoke perfect English. We would all speak perfect German if they had succeeded. Inspiration from actual historical events

All Things Wise And Wonderful by James Herriot

All Things Wise And Wonderful

By:

James Herriot's stories of his life as a Yorkshire veterinarian were loved by readers.

The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien and Christopher Tolkien

The Silmarillion

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"Majestic! . . . The Silmarillion will appeal to readers of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. It contains medieval romances, fairy tales and even more brutal wars that ring with heraldic fury.

The Second Ring Of Power by Carlos Castaneda

The Second Ring Of Power

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February 05, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 05, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Superman

Superman

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action-Adventure

Publisher: Atari

Atari Football

Atari Football

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports (American football)

Publisher: Atari

Depth Charge

Depth Charge

Platform: Apple II

Publisher: The Elektrik Keyboard

A Game of Concentration

A Game of Concentration

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Concentration

Publisher: Atari

Blasto

Blasto

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Gremlin

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Who was the US President on February 05, 1978?

On February 05, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 05, 1978?

On February 05, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 05, 1978?

On February 05, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 5th?

February 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: ben wallace, the united kingdom minister of security, stated that he believes john cantlie, a british photojournalist, is still alive and being held hostage in syria by islamic state militants.
  • 2018 - Israeli-palestinian conflict: 2018 ariel stabbing: a palestinian rabbi is killed by an israeli arab outside of the israeli-occupied west bank settlement at ariel.
  • 2017 - In afghanistan and northern pakistan, heavy snowfall and avalanches have killed dozens of people. kabul international airport has been closed due to snow and/or ice. (bbc),

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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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Sunday February 5, 1978