Wednesday May 08, 1968: on this day

May 08, 1968 was the 129th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 08, 1968 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 08, 1968, who was born and died on May 08, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. Honey by Bobby Goldsboro), movies (e.g. The Swimmer, directed by Frank Perry, Sydney Pollack), TV series (e.g. Dream House) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 1968?


May 08, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 129th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1968 can also be written as 5/8/1968 in the US and as 8/5/1968 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 1968: What happened on that day?


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May 08, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 08, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

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

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May 08, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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May 08, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 1968 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1968 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 May 08, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 03:28 pm and setting at 04:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 13, 1968 while the next full moon would come on May 12, 1968.

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Who was born on May 08, 1968?


Famous people born on May 08, 1968:

  • Jenna Lyons

    Jenna Lyons is a renowned fashion designer known for her work at J.Crew.

  • Cody McFadyen

    American author known for his thriller novels.

  • Johan Pehrson

    Swedish politician and lawyer.

  • Mickaël Madar

    French footballer.

  • John Johnson

    Nfl linebacker (new orleans saints).

  • Teet Kask

    Estonian choreographer and ballet dancer.

  • Nathalie Normandeau

    Canadian politician, deputy premier of quebec.

  • Chris Lighty

    Violator entertainment was founded by violator entertainment, an american talent manager (d. 2012).

  • Peng Zhaoqin

    Chinese dutch chess player.

  • Jamie Summers

    American porn star.

  • Franklin Langham in Augusta

    Georgia, usa; nike golfer (1993 permian basin open).

  • Omar Camporese

    Italian tennis player.

  • Julianne Morris
  • Colin Dunne
  • Ivan Mikulic

Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:

  • Enrique Iglesias
    Enrique Iglesias

    Spanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.

  • Melissa Gilbert
    Melissa Gilbert

    Melissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • Gary Glitter
    Gary Glitter

    Gary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).

  • Nora Arnezeder
    Nora Arnezeder

    French singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.

  • David Attenborough
    David Attenborough

    Naturalist and broadcaster in english.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Christina Cole
    Christina Cole

    English actress.

  • James Mitchum
    James Mitchum

    Robert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.

  • Salome Jens
    Salome Jens

    Milwaukee actor.

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May 08, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 10 months old,

or 670 months and 11 days old,

or 2914 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20404 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 1968.

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 May 08, 1968?

There are 50 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 08, 1968.

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May 08, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on May 8th?

Famous deaths on May 8th:

  • Dirk Bogarde
    Dirk Bogarde

    He was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.

  • Barbara Payton
    Barbara Payton

    American actress, onscreen since 1940.

  • Jeanne Cooper
    Jeanne Cooper

    Minneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).

  • Dennis Waterman
    Dennis Waterman

    English actor and singer (b. 1948).

  • Richard Derr
    Richard Derr

    Actor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.

  • Celedonio Romero

    Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

  • Luceil LeSueur

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.

  • Zeki Alasya

    Prominent Turkish actor and director.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 8th

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May 08, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 1968:

  • Parents' Day in South Korea
  • Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
  • VE Day
  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

Observances on May 08, 1968:

  • Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War

Saints celebrated on May 08, 1968:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 6th and May 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1968 was Honey by Bobby Goldsboro, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Honey
  2. - Tighten Up
  3. - Young Girl
  4. - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
  5. - Cry Like A Baby

May 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1968 was What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - What A Wonderful World / Cabaret
  2. - Young Girl
  3. - A Man Without Love
  4. - Lazy Sunday
  5. - Simon Says

May 08, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1968 was Cowboys To Girls by The Intruders, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 08, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Cowboys To Girls
  2. - Tighten Up
  3. - I Got The Feelin'
  4. - Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day
  5. - Funky Street

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May 08, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Swimmer

The Swimmer

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Frank Perry, Sydney Pollack

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, Janice Rule, Tony Bickley

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Brigade

The Devil's Brigade

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Andrew V. McLaglen

Starring: William Holden, Cliff Robertson, Vince Edwards, Andrew Prine

Country: United States of America

Spirits of the Dead

Spirits of the Dead

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Federico Fellini, Louis Malle, Roger Vadim

Starring: Jane Fonda, Brigitte Bardot, Alain Delon, Terence Stamp

Country: United States of America

Witchfinder General

Witchfinder General

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Michael Reeves

Starring: Vincent Price, Ian Ogilvy, Rupert Davies, Hilary Heath

Black Jesus

Black Jesus

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Valerio Zurlini

Starring: Woody Strode, Franco Citti, Jean Servais, Pier Paolo Capponi

May 08, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 1968 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dream House

Dream House

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Jim Sheridan

May 08, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Testimony of Two Men by Taylor Caldwell

Testimony of Two Men

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A young, troubled doctor, a divided Pennsylvania town, and a national scandal at the turn of the century -- these turbulent elements inspired Taylor Caldwell to write a major novel. It is a detailed account of love, loss, redemption and …

The Naked Ape by Desmond Morris

The Naked Ape

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This classic work is a landmark in popular psychology and anthropology. Zoologist Desmond Morris sees humans as another species of animal in the book that was first published in 1967.

Kennedy And Johnson by Evelyn Lincoln

Kennedy And Johnson

By:

This is confidential information about the relationship between President John F. Kennedy, Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson. It was written by the woman who served as Mr.

The Tower Of Babel by Morris West

The Tower Of Babel

By:

Not everyone in the complicated world of Middle Eastern politics is who they seem. No price is too high in the fight for freedom.

Gipsy Moth Circles The World by Francis Chichester

Gipsy Moth Circles The World

By:

Coward-McCann 1968, Very Good., Blue cloth. Text is clean. Jacket edges worn. Book Club edition. [Sailing, Gipsy Month IV, Travel] Booksellers who are out-of-print or antiquarian since 1933

May 08, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 1968 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hamurabi

Hamurabi

Platform: PDP-8, Personal computer

Genre: Strategy game, Text-based game

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Who was the US President on May 08, 1968?

On May 08, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1968?

On May 08, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 1968?

On May 08, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 8th?

May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of May. 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 May 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
  • 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
  • 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.

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What happened in 1968?

1968 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Jaqueline Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis on the island of Scorpios
  • Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to Lars Onsager
  • Queen Juliana opens IJ tunnel in Amsterdam

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What was the calendar for May 1968?

May 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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Wednesday May 8, 1968