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October 05, 1972 was the 279th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 05, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 05, 1972, who was born and died on October 05, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 05, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me by Mac Davis), movies (e.g. Last Tango in Paris, directed by Bernardo Bertolucci), TV series (e.g. M*A*S*H) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 5th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 05, 1972?
- October 05, 1972: What happened on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 05, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 05, 1972?
- October 05, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 05, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- October 05, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 05, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 05, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 05, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on October 05, 1972?
What day of the week was October 05, 1972?
October 05, 1972 was a Thursday and it was the 279th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 05, 1972 can also be written as 10/5/1972 in the US and as 5/10/1972 in UK and Europe.
October 05, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 05, 1972:
- Herbert mullin, serial killer, first kills, claiming to prevent earthquakes.
- The united reformed church is founded out of the congregational and presbyterian churches.
October 05, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 5th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 05, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 05, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 5th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 05, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 05, 1972 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 05, 1972 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 October 05, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:15 am and setting at 05:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 23, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Oct 22, 1972.
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Who was born on October 05, 1972?
Famous people born on October 05, 1972:
- Thomos Roberts
Award-winning investigative journalist and author.
- Grant Hill
American basketball player: forward, pistons tamia was diagnosed in april 2004 with multiple sclerosis.
- Alain Goma
French soccer player (or french footballer), who was a right back or central defender.
- Annely Akkermann
Estonian politician and banker.
- Aaron Guiel
Canadian baseball outfielder.
- Derek Sholdice
Cfl offensive linebacker (edmonton eskimos).
- Ehren Kruger
Writer.
- Efe Sodje
- Amir Turgeman
- Francesco Verducci
- Gilles Vidal
- Sergen Yalçın
- Heorhij Čymerys
- Varvara Zelenskaja
- Andrej Talalaev
- Vasil' Baranaŭ
Whose famous birthday is on October 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 5th:
![Kate Winslet]()
Kate WinsletEnglish singer and actress.
![Neil deGrasse Tyson]()
Neil deGrasse TysonNeil degrasse tyson is an american astrophysicist and science communicator known for his popularization of science and space exploration...
![Maja Salvador]()
Maja SalvadorMaja salvador is a filipino tv actress known for her roles in various popular television dramas and films.
![Imran Khan]()
Imran KhanPakistani politician and cricketer.
![Sophie Favier]()
Sophie FavierLyon, france -- actress (sans interdits).
![Marie Laforêt]()
Marie LaforêtFrench actress and singer.
![Guy Pearce]()
Guy PearceBritish-australian actor, writer, and dancer.
![Bob Geldof]()
Bob GeldofIrish punk rock singer, songwriter and lead vocalist of the "boomtown rats", and activist.
![Bernie Mac]()
Bernie MacAmerican comedian, actor, screenwriter, and producer (b. 1957).
![Karen Allen]()
Karen AllenAmerican actress.
October 05, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 6 months old,
or 618 months and 19 days old,
or 2689 weeks and 6 days old,
or 18829 days old,
if you were born on October 05, 1972.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 October 05, 1972?
There are 165 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 05, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 05, 1972.
October 05, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 05, 1972:
- Solomon Lefschetz
- Henry Dreyfuss
- Ivan Antonovič Efremov
What famous deaths happened on October 5th?
Famous deaths on October 5th:
![Rodney Dangerfield]()
Rodney DangerfieldRodney dangerfield was an american stand-up comedian and actor known for his iconic catchphrase 'i don't get no respect' and his roles in...
![Geoffrey Holder]()
Geoffrey HolderBrazilian actor, choreographer, director, and dancer.
![Andrew Keir]()
Andrew KeirActor rob roy, absolution and blood hunt, dies at 71.
![Barbara Nichols]()
Barbara NicholsActress (pajama game: loved one) dies at 46.
![Charles Napier]()
Charles NapierAmerican singer and actor (d. 2011).
![Leonard Rossiter]()
Leonard RossiterBritish actor who died from a heart attack in his 57th year (born 1926).
- Odester Jobs
Revolutionized the tech industry with groundbreaking products.
- Ryzen Jobs
Ryzen Jobs was a visionary entrepreneur who co-founded Apple Inc.
- Kimothy Jobs
Kimothy Jobs was the co-founder and former CEO of Apple Inc.
- Bravery Jobs
Bravery Jobs was an entrepreneur and co-founder of Apple Inc.
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October 05, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 05, 1972:
- World Teachers’ Day [UNESCO]
October 05, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 05, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 2nd and October 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 05, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 05, 1972 was Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me by Mac Davis, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 05, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 05, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mac Davis - Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me
- Michael Jackson - Ben
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
- The Main Ingredient - Everybody Plays The Fool
- Raspberries - Go All The Way
October 05, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 05, 1972 was Mouldy Old Dough by Lieutenant Pigeon, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 05, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 05, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lieutenant Pigeon - Mouldy Old Dough
- David Cassidy - How Can I Be Sure
- 10cc - Donna
- Peter Skellern - You're A Lady
- Python Lee Jackson - In A Broken Dream
October 05, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 05, 1972 was Get On The Good Foot-Part 1 by James Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 05, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 05, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- James Brown - Get On The Good Foot-Part 1
- Curtis Mayfield - Freddie's Dead (Theme From "Superfly")
- Bill Withers - Use Me
- The Spinners - I'll Be Around
- The Main Ingredient - Everybody Plays The Fool
October 05, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 05, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Last Tango in Paris
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci
Starring: Marlon Brando, Maria Schneider, Maria Michi, Giovanna Galletti
Country: United States of America
Lady Sings the Blues
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sidney J. Furie
Starring: Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, James T. Callahan
The Adventures of Barry McKenzie
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bruce Beresford
Starring: Barry Crocker, Barry Humphries, Spike Milligan, Peter Cook
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Solaris
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Steven Soderbergh
Starring: George Clooney, Natascha McElhone, Ulrich Tukur, Viola Davis
Country: United States of America
October 05, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 05, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
M*A*S*H
Release year: 1972
Written by: Larry Gelbart
Starring: Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Jamie Farr, William Christopher
Country: United States of America
Anna and the King
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Tennant
Jigsaw
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Michael Spierig
The David Steinberg Show
Release year: 1972
Hec Ramsey
Release year: 1972
Country: United States of America
October 05, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 05, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
I Come As A Thief
By: Louis Auchincloss
This story is about guilt and redemption by one of America's greatest novelists. Manhattan is the right place at the right time, and Manhattan is the best.
The Peter Prescription
By: Laurence J. Peter
Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.
A Nation Of Strangers
By: Vance Packard
McKay 1972, Very Good., Hardcover. 368 pages. Excellent condition in dust jacket. Very light wear. Third McKay printing. [Sociology Family, Community] Booksellers who sell out-of-print or antiquarian books since 1933.
Fire In The Lake
By: Frances Fitzgerald
Frances FitzGerald's research and travels led to this landmark book. It takes us into Vietnam, through the traditional, anti-Communist villages and corrupted cities.
O Jerusalem!
By: Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre
This remarkable film is now a major motion picture. It recounts moment-by-moment the amazing process that led to Israel's birth. Collins
October 05, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 05, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on October 05, 1972?
On October 05, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 05, 1972?
On October 05, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 05, 1972?
On October 05, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 5th?
October 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of October. 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 October 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Two new members have been named by the swedish academy: eric runesson (the swedish supreme court judge) and jila mossaed (the swedish writer and poet).
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: hawija offensive 2017: the iraqi army retakes hawija, kirkuk governorate, from isil. as iraqi troops carry out anti-isil operations within the hawija district, fighting continues to the east and north of the city.
- 2016 - Jose cuervo, a mexican tequila producer, will postpone its ipo until after us presidential elections because of concerns about market volatility.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for October 1972?
October 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
