What happened on Friday July 07, 1978?

Here's what happened on July 07, 1978:

• Navratilova's First Wimbledon Singles Title In a historic moment for women's tennis, Martina Navratilova defeated her long-time rival Chris Evert to win her first Wimbledon singles title. This victory marked a significant milestone in Navratilova's legendary career and represented a pivotal moment in women's professional tennis.
• Solomon Islands Independence The Solomon Islands gained independence from the United Kingdom on July 7, 1978, marking the end of British colonial rule. Sir Peter Kenilorea became the first Prime Minister, and Sir Baddeley Devesi was appointed as the first Governor-General, symbolizing the nation's transition to self-governance.

Events in 1978

July 07, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 07, 1978

Newspapers from Jul. 07, 1978

July 07, 1978 was a Friday and it was the 188th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 07, 1978 can also be written as 7/7/1978 in the US and as 7/7/1978 in UK and Europe.

July 07, 1978 in July 1978 calendar

Famous people born on July 07, 1978:

• Chris Andersen

  Professional NBA basketball player known for his energetic play and distinctive tattoos, nicknamed 'Birdman' during his career with teams...

• Tamera Mowry

  American actress known for her roles in 'Sister, Sister' and various television and film projects.

• Tia Mowry

  American actress famous for 'Sister, Sister' and her work in television and film, twin sister of Tamera Mowry.

• Jyri Vahvanen
• Misia
• DJ Manian

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on July 7th

Famous people died on July 07, 1978:

• Francisco Mendes

  Guinea-bissau lawyer and politician, 1st prime minister of guinea-bissau (b. 1933).

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on July 7th

July 07, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 07, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
2. Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
3. ABBA - Take A Chance On Me
4. The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
5. Bob Seger - Still The Same

July 07, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 07, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
2. Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
3. Marshall Hain - Dancin' In The City
4. Clout - Substitute
5. The Motors - Airport

July 07, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 07, 1978 was Close The Door by Teddy Pendergrass, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. Teddy Pendergrass - Close The Door
2. Quincy Jones - Stuff Like That
3. Linda Clifford - Runaway Love
4. Rick James - You And I
5. A Taste Of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 7th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 07, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 07, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 07, 1978 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 07, 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 July 07, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 07:40 am and setting at 10:16 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on July 07, 1978

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Someone born on July 07, 1978 is:

46 years 10 months old,

or 562 months and 7 days old,

or 2444 weeks and 5 days old,

or 17113 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 07, 1978?

There are 54 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday July 7th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 07, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 07, 1978.

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