Monday May 08, 1972: on this day

May 08, 1972 was the 129th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 08, 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 May 08, 1972, who was born and died on May 08, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack), movies (e.g. Frenzy, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 1972?


May 08, 1972 was a Monday and it was the 129th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1972 can also be written as 5/8/1972 in the US and as 8/5/1972 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 1972: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 1972:

  • Sabena aircraft at lod international airport, tel aviv, israel, captured by palestinians.
  • Vietnam war : u.s. president richard m. nixon announces his order to place mines in major north vietnamese ports in order to stem the flow of weapons and other goods to that nation.
  • Four black september terrorists hijack sabena flight 571. israeli sayeret matkal commandos recapture the plane the following day.
  • U.s. president richard nixon orders the mining of haiphong harbor in vietnam.

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May 08, 1972: 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, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 08, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 1972 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 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 May 08, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 02:48 am and setting at 04:01 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1972.

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Who was born on May 08, 1972?


Famous people born on May 08, 1972:

  • Darren Hayes

    Darren hayes is an australian singer known for being the lead vocalist of the pop duo savage garden, as well as for his successful solo...

  • Duong Pham

    Duong Pham is a Vietnamese-American businesswoman and the co-founder of Misfit, a wearable technology company.

  • Sosha Dubois

    Sosha Dubois is a respected columnist known for her insightful commentary on social and cultural issues.

  • Mallissa Thomas-Greenfield

    Former WNBA player known for her skills on the basketball court.

  • Kriss Kowalski

    Famous for his gripping mystery novels.

  • Ray Whitney

    Canadian ice hockey player.

  • Guillaume Barreau Decherf

    French journalist writing for "liba(c]ration", "rolling stone", and "inrockuptibles", one among the 90 victims of terrorist attack on paris...

  • Candy Pangilinan

    Filipino actress.

  • Chris Sanders

    Nfl wide receiver (tennessee titans/houston oilers).

  • Keelin Curnuck

    Miss new york usa (1996)/ms venus swimwear (1994).

  • Guillaume Soro
  • Ray Whitney (ice hockey)
  • Brian Tyler

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.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

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

  • 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.

  • 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, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 10 months old,

or 622 months and 20 days old,

or 2707 weeks and 3 days old,

or 18952 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 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 May 08, 1972?

There are 41 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, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 08, 1972.

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May 08, 1972: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 1972:

  • Pandurang Vaman Kane

    Indian indologist and sanskrit scholar, bharat ratna awardee (b. 1880).

  • Beatrice Helen Worsley

    Mexican-canadian computer scientist and academic (d. 1972).

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.

  • Luceil LeSueur

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

  • Maurice Sendak

    Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...

  • Celedonio Romero

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

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

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

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May 08, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 1972:

  • 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, 1972:

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

Saints celebrated on May 08, 1972:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 1972: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 8th and May 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.

May 08, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
  2. - I Gotcha
  3. - Oh Girl
  4. - I'll Take You There
  5. - Rockin' Robin

May 08, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.

May 08, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 08, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Amazing Grace
  2. - Metal Guru
  3. - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
  4. - Come What May
  5. - Rocket Man

May 08, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.

May 08, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'll Take You There
  2. - Look What You Done For Me
  3. - Oh Girl
  4. - Day Dreaming
  5. - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

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May 08, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Frenzy

Frenzy

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Jon Finch, Barry Foster, Barbara Leigh-Hunt, Anna Massey

Country: United States of America

King, Queen, Knave

King, Queen, Knave

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Jerzy Skolimowski

Starring: David Niven, Gina Lollobrigida, John Moulder-Brown, Mario Adorf

Revolver

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

Justine de Sade

Justine de Sade

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Claude Pierson

Starring: Alice Arno, Yves Arcanel, Michel Bertay, Georges Beauvilliers

Jeremiah Johnson

Jeremiah Johnson

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Sydney Pollack

Starring: Robert Redford, Will Geer, Delle Bolton, Josh Albee

Country: United States of America

May 08, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 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:

Love Thy Neighbour

Love Thy Neighbour

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Andy Smith

Number 96

Number 96

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Peter Bernardos

May 08, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Boys Of Summer by Roger Kahn

The Boys Of Summer

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This book is about young men who learnt to play baseball in the 1930s and 1940s. They then go on to play major-league baseball.

Wheels by Arthur Hailey

Wheels

By:

This is the story of America's supercharged car industry. From the crime and grime of Detroit's assembly line to the top-secret design studios, executive boardrooms, and more

Report From Engine Co. 82 by Dennis Smith

Report From Engine Co. 82

By:

Dennis Smith tells the tale of Dennis Smith's brutal yet inspiring journey, from his brave firefighters to the hopeless, beautiful, and beleaguered residents in the poverty-stricken area where he works.

A World Beyond by Ruth Montgomery

A World Beyond

By:

A shocking message comes from beyond the grave, it is from one of the most respected psychics in the world. It contains the answers to these and many other questions.

Bring Me A Unicorn by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Bring Me A Unicorn

By:

The first volume of Lindbergh’s letters and diaries, in which Lindbergh meets her future husband. Introduction by the Author; Index. Photographs.

May 08, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hunt the Wumpus

Hunt the Wumpus

Platform: BASIC, TI-99/4A

Genre: Adventure game

Pong

Pong

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Empire

Empire

Platform: PDP 11/45 (1971), HP2000 (1973), HP3000 (1984), DOS, Commodore Amiga, Macintosh, Windows, Linux (2003)

Genre: 4X, wargame

history

Who was the US President on May 08, 1972?

On May 08, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1972?

On May 08, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 1972?

On May 08, 1972 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 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 May 1972?

May 1972 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.

Discover how May 1972 calendar looked like.

Monday May 8, 1972