What happened on Sunday June 05, 1977?

Here's what happened on June 05, 1977:

• Apple II Personal Computer Launch Apple Computer Inc. introduces the Apple II, widely considered the first practical personal computer for home and business use. This groundbreaking device features color graphics, an integrated keyboard, and expandable memory, marking a pivotal moment in personal computing history.
• Portland Trail Blazers NBA Championship The Portland Trail Blazers defeat the Philadelphia 76ers 4 games to 2, winning their first and only NBA Championship. Led by Bill Walton, the team's victory is considered one of the most memorable in NBA history.
• Green Belt Movement Begins The Green Belt Movement is initiated by Wangari Maathai and the National Council of Women of Kenya. By planting seven trees at Kamukunji Park in Nairobi, they launch an environmental and social justice campaign that would later become a global model for grassroots conservation.
• Seychelles Coup A political coup occurs in the Republic of Seychelles, resulting in a change of government leadership. The event highlights the political instability prevalent in post-colonial African nations during the late 1970s.
• 31st Tony Awards The 31st Annual Tony Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in Broadway theatre. 'Shadow Box' and 'Annie' emerge as notable winners, recognizing exceptional performances and productions.
• Guillermo Vilas Wins French Open Argentine tennis star Guillermo Vilas secures his first Grand Slam title at the French Open, marking a significant milestone in his professional tennis career and Latin American sports history.

Events in 1977

June 05, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 05, 1977

Newspapers from Jun. 05, 1977

June 05, 1977 was a Sunday and it was the 156th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 05, 1977 can also be written as 6/5/1977 in the US and as 5/6/1977 in UK and Europe.

June 05, 1977 in June 1977 calendar

Famous people born on June 05, 1977:

• Navi Rawat

  Navi Rawat is an American actress known for her notable roles in popular TV series 'Numb3rs' and 'The O.C.

• Liza Weil

  Liza Weil is an accomplished American actress best known for her roles in 'Gilmore Girls' and 'How to Get Away with Murder'.

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on June 5th

Famous people died on June 05, 1977:

• Fawzi al-Qawuqji
• Sleepy John Estes
• Evelina Ravis

Famous people who died in 1977

Famous people who died on June 5th

June 05, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 05, 1977 was Sir Duke by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
2. KC and the Sunshine Band - I'm Your Boogie Man
3. Fleetwood Mac - Dreams
4. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Part 1)
5. Bill Conti - Gonna Fly Now (Theme From Rocky)

June 05, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 05, 1977 was Lucille by Kenny Rogers, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. Kenny Rogers - Lucille
2. Rod Stewart - I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest
3. The Jacksons - Show You The Way To Go
4. Barbra Streisand - A Star Is Born (Evergreen)
5. The Sex Pistols - God Save The Queen

June 05, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 05, 1977 was Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1) by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1)
2. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
3. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Hollywood
4. Tavares - Whodunit
5. Aretha Franklin - Break It To Me Gently

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 5th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 05, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 05, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 05, 1977 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 05, 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 June 05, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 11:01 pm and setting at 10:48 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on June 05, 1977

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Someone born on June 05, 1977 is:

47 years 11 months old,

or 575 months and 9 days old,

or 2501 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17510 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 05, 1977?

There are 22 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 5th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 05, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 05, 1977.

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