Wednesday February 06, 1974: on this day

February 06, 1974 was the 37th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 06, 1974 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 06, 1974, who was born and died on February 06, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 06, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love's Theme by Love Unlimited Orchestra), movies (e.g. From Beyond the Grave, directed by Kevin Connor), TV series (e.g. Kli-Kla-Klawitter) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 6th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 06, 1974?


February 06, 1974 was a Wednesday and it was the 37th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 06, 1974 can also be written as 2/6/1974 in the US and as 6/2/1974 in UK and Europe.

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February 06, 1974: What happened on that day?


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February 06, 1974: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 06, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 6th 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 06, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 06, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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February 06, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 06, 1974 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 06, 1974 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 06, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:21 pm and setting at 08:03 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 08, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 1974.

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Who was born on February 06, 1974?


Famous people born on February 06, 1974:

  • Élizabeth Tchoungui

    Élizabeth tchoungui is a french journalist and television presenter known for her work in the media industry.

  • Aljo Bendijo

    Filipino journalist.

  • Olaf Lindenbergh soccer player (Ajax

    De graafschap).

  • Nathan Davis

    Defensive tackle (atlanta falcons).

  • Daniel Herbert
  • Olaf Lindenbergh
  • Serge Mimpo
  • Lello Musella
  • Javi Navarro
  • Javier Payeras
  • Silke
  • Martino Traversa
  • Jorge Aizkorreta
  • Hiroyuki Yoshino
  • Marianna De Micheli
  • Nikos Vetoulas
  • Zlatko Bolić
  • Jason Cruz
  • Lars Engebråten
  • Alan Reale

Whose famous birthday is on February 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 6th:

  • Ronald Reagan
    Ronald Reagan

    American politician.

  • Zsa Zsa Gabor
    Zsa Zsa Gabor

    Zsa zsa gabor was a hungarian-born actress known for her glamorous lifestyle and numerous marriages.

  • Mamie Van Doren
    Mamie Van Doren

    Mamie van doren is an american actress, singer, and sex symbol known for her roles in 1950s and 1960s films.

  • Crystal Reed
    Crystal Reed

    Crystal Reed is an actress known for her roles in TV series like 'Teen Wolf' and 'Gotham.

  • Natalie Cole
    Natalie Cole

    American singer, noted family, and the daughter of nat "king", cole, a popular music entertainer from the '50s.

  • Tom Brokaw
    Tom Brokaw

    American broadcast journalist and writer.

  • Rip Torn
    Rip Torn

    American actor, director of stage and screen, emmy-winning, oscar-nominated leading actor and character player in more than 50 tv and movie...

  • Mike Farrell
    Mike Farrell

    American screenwriter, actor, director, and producer.

  • David Hayter
    David Hayter

    American voice actor.

  • Josh Stewart
    Josh Stewart

    American actor.

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February 06, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 1 month old,

or 601 months and 13 days old,

or 2614 weeks and 6 days old,

or 18304 days old,

if you were born on February 06, 1974.

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 06, 1974?

There are 324 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 6th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 06, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 06, 1974.

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February 06, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on February 6th?

Famous deaths on February 6th:

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

  • Guy Madison
    Guy Madison

    American actor who played the role of wild bill hickock on tv and radio.

  • Danny Thomas
    Danny Thomas

    American actor, producer, and humanitarian (b. 1914).

  • James Whitmore
    James Whitmore

    American actor who plays on film and stage.

  • Philip Carey
    Philip Carey

    American actor on stage, film, and television.

  • Alec McCowen
    Alec McCowen

    Tunbridge wells (england) -- actor (never say never again).

  • Irwin Corey
    Irwin Corey

    American comedian and actor (b. 1914).

  • Dandy Nichols
    Dandy Nichols

    Actress (confessions of a window cleaner), dead at 78.

  • Lata Mangeshkar

    Lata mangeshkar is an indian playback singer known for her melodious voice and extensive contribution to indian music.

  • Arthur Ashe

    American tennis player and civil rights activist, the first black man to win the Wimbledon singles title.

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February 06, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 06, 1974:

  • Bob Marley Day in Rastafarianism (Jamaica and Ethiopia)
  • Waitangi Day (National Holiday) in New Zealand
  • Sami National Day (known as Lapps; in Finland and Scandinavia)

Observances on February 06, 1974:

  • International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation

Saints celebrated on February 06, 1974:

  • Saint Amandus, Apostle of the Franks
  • Saint Vedastus (+540)
  • Saint Dorothea, patron saint of florists
  • Saint Paul Miki
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February 06, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 06, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 4th and February 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 06, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 06, 1974 was Love's Theme by Love Unlimited Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 06, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 06, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Love's Theme
  2. - The Way We Were
  3. - You're Sixteen
  4. - Americans
  5. - Until You Come Back To Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)

February 06, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 06, 1974 was Tiger Feet by Mud, according to the music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 06, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 06, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tiger Feet
  2. - Teenage Rampage
  3. - Devil Gate Drive
  4. - Solitaire
  5. - The Man Who Sold The World

February 06, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 06, 1974 was Boogie Down by Eddie Kendricks, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 06, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 06, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Boogie Down
  2. - Put Your Hands Together
  3. - Jungle Boogie
  4. - Trying To Hold On To My Woman
  5. - Let Your Hair Down

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February 06, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 06, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

From Beyond the Grave

From Beyond the Grave

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Kevin Connor

Starring: Peter Cushing, Ian Bannen, Ian Carmichael, Diana Dors

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Zardoz

Zardoz

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Boorman

Sugar Hill

Sugar Hill

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Paul Maslansky

February 06, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 06, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Release year: 1974

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Release year: 1973

Seven Little Australians

Seven Little Australians

Release year: 1973

Within These Walls

Within These Walls

Release year: 1973

Directed by: James Tucker

February 06, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 06, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Portrait Of A Marriage by Nigel Nicolson

Portrait Of A Marriage

By:

Vita Sackville West, novelist, poet and biographer is most well-known as Virginia Woolf's friend, who made her an androgynous time-traveler at Orlando.

The Salamander by Morris L. West

The Salamander

By:

There are some slight signs of wear

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre by Allen Drury

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre

By:

The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.

Cosell by Howard Cosell

Cosell

By:

Book club edition, slightly cocked

Beulah Land by Lonnie Coleman

Beulah Land

By:

Excellent condition, VG+ Fine on the jacket and book. This is a fantastic edition for book clubs.

February 06, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 06, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Tank

Tank

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military strategy

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

history

Who was the US President on February 06, 1974?

On February 06, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 06, 1974?

On February 06, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 06, 1974?

On February 06, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 6th?

February 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th 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 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018 anchorage earthquake: there were two aftershocks that struck anchorage, alaska. the first was a magnitude of 4.1 and the second was a magnitude of 3.7. they occurred 23 minutes later.
  • 2018 - 2018 hualien earthquake. multiple earthquakes including one of magnitude 6.4, struck near hualien city in taiwan. over 250 people are also injured and at least 9 are killed. many structures were damaged in the aftermath.
  • 2017 - Sinai insurgency: at least 14 isil militants were killed in an egyptian army raid on central sinai.

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for February 1974?

February 1974 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.

Discover how February 1974 calendar looked like.

Wednesday February 6, 1974