Sunday October 08, 1978: on this day
About October 8th, 1978, in brief:
- Historical events: Ken Warby set the world water speed record at 514 kph (319.627 mph).
- Day of the week: October 8th, 1978 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Bella Thorne, Matt Damon
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Kiss You All Over by Exile
- #1 UK song: Summer Nights by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
- Popular movie: Autumn Sonata directed by Ingmar Bergman
More about October 8th, 1978? See below for more news and curiosities on October 8th, 1978.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 08, 1978?
- October 08, 1978: What happened on that day?
- October 08, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 08, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 08, 1978?
- October 08, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 08, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- October 08, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 08, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- October 08, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 08, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 08, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 08, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1978?
What day of the week was October 08, 1978?
October 08, 1978 was a Sunday and it was the 281st day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 08, 1978 can also be written as 10/8/1978 in the US and as 8/10/1978 in UK and Europe.
October 08, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 08, 1978:
- Ken warby set the world water speed record at 514 kph (319.627 mph).
- Australia's ken warby sets the current world water speed record of 275.97 knots at blowering dam, australia.
- Daniel arap moi becomes president of kenya.
- A massive short circuit in seasat's electrical system ends the satellite's scientific mission.
- United states president jimmy carter signs a bill that authorizes the minting of the susan b. anthony dollar.
- U.s. president jimmy carter signs a bill into law which allows homebrewing of beer in the united states.
October 08, 1978: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Atlanta Falcons - Pittsburgh Steelers : 7 - 31
- Baltimore Colts - St. Louis Cardinals : 30 - 17
- Buffalo Bills - New York Jets : 14 - 45
- Chicago Bears - Green Bay Packers : 14 - 24
- Cleveland Browns - New Orleans Saints : 24 - 16
October 08, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 8th 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 08, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 08, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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October 08, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 08, 1978 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 08, 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 October 08, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 01:19 pm and setting at 11:32 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1978.
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Get your map!Who was born on October 08, 1978?
Famous people born on October 08, 1978:
- Omar Benson Miller
Omar benson miller is an american actor known for his roles in the tv series 'csi: miami' and the movie '8 mile'.
- Jamar Jones
Jamar Jones is a talented musician known for his work as a producer and keyboardist.
- Antonino D'Agostino
Italian footballer.
- Mick O'Driscoll
Irish rugby player and coach.
Whose famous birthday is on October 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 8th:
- Bella Thorne
Bella thorne is an american actress and model known for her roles in disney channel's 'shake it up' and the film 'the duff'.
- Matt Damon
American actor and the author of "good will hunting," a movie script he wrote with his friend ben affleck.
- Bruno Mars
American singer, songwriter and record producer.
- Nick Cannon
Nick cannon is an american rapper, actor, and comedian known for his roles in films such as drumline and his work as the host of america's...
- Raaj Kumar
Raaj kumar was an indian film actor known for his powerful and intense performances in hindi cinema.
- Sigourney Weaver
American actress, whose first hit was 1979's science-fiction thriller "alien.
- Paul Hogan
Australian screenwriter and actor who is most well-known for his first feature film "crocodile dandee" and its sequel, "crocodile dandee ii.
- Chevy Chase
American comedian and actor, who started as a writer.
- Stephanie Zimbalist
Movie actress.
- Claude Jade
One of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...
October 08, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 6 months old,
or 546 months and 26 days old,
or 2377 weeks and 6 days old,
or 16645 days old,
if you were born on October 08, 1978.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 08, 1978?
There are 157 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 08, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 08, 1978.
October 08, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 08, 1978:
- Bertha Parker Pallan
American archaeologist (d. 1978).
- Jim Gilliam
Coach (la dodgers), passes away at 49.
- Karl Swenson
Actor (lara little house on the prairie), died at 70.
- Tibor Serly
Hungarian composer / violist (american elegy), died at 76.
What famous deaths happened on October 8th?
Famous deaths on October 8th:
- Fernando Lamas
Argentinian-american actor, singer, and director (d. 1982).
- Phyllis Calvert
British actress (born 1915).
- Nigel Bruce
British actor (d. 1953).
- Eduardo Ciannelli
Italian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy.
- Willy Brandt
German lawyer and politician, 4th chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1913).
- Reford
Renowned Canadian architect known for his work on the Jardins de Métis.
- Jacques Derrida
Influential French philosopher known for developing deconstruction theory.
- Marianita May
Renowned American author known for her novels and short stories.
- Naftula Herz Imber
Author of the lyrics of the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah.
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October 08, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 08, 1978:
- French Republican Calendar - Citrouille (Pumpkin) Day, seventeenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Also see October 8 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Bolivia - reportedly, Che Guevara is honoured on this day at which he was captured in La Higuera, as San Ernesto, answering prayers for rain.
- Wales and Cornwall - Saint Keyne
- RC Saints - Saint Susan of Blois
Observances on October 08, 1978:
- World Migratory Bird Day [UNEP]
October 08, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 08, 1978 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 08, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 08, 1978 was Kiss You All Over by Exile, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 08, 1978 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:
- Exile - Kiss You All Over
- Taste Of Honey, A - Boogie Oogie Oogie
- Nick Gilder - Hot Child In The City
- Boston - Don't Look Back
- John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John - Summer Nights
October 08, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 08, 1978 was Summer Nights by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 08, 1978 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:
- John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - Summer Nights
- Boney M - Rasputin
- Rose Royce - Love Don't Live Here Anymore
- Dean Friedman - Lucky Stars
- John Travolta - Sandy
October 08, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 08, 1978 was One Nation Under A Groove by Funkadelic, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 08, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 08, 1978 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:
- Funkadelic - One Nation Under A Groove
- Earth, Wind & Fire - Got To Get You Into My Life
- L.T.D. - Holding On (When Love Is Gone)
- Ashford & Simpson - It Seems To Hang On
- Rose Royce - I'm In Love (And I Love The Feeling)
October 08, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 08, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
October 08, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 08, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
October 08, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 08, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on October 08, 1978?
On October 08, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1978?
On October 08, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
What is special about October 8th?
October 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-present); the rise of terrorism in egypt: a libyan national army operation at derna results with the capture of hesham ashmawy. hesham ashmawy is one of egypt's most wanted militants.
- 2017 - Rohingya persecution (2016-present). a refugee boat on its way to bangladesh from myanmar capssizes, leading to at least 12 deaths.
- 2016 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi-led coalition aircraft launch airstrikes against civilians at the funeral for the father of houthi government's interior minister in sana'a. at least 140 people were killed and over 500 others were injured. abdul-qader hilal, the mayor of sana'a is among the dead. (the independent), (bbc),
What happened in 1978?
1978 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
- Funeral of Pope Paul VI
- Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar
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What was the calendar for October 1978?
October 1978 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.