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May 09, 1973 was the 129th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 09, 1973 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 09, 1973, who was born and died on May 09, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 09, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Day for Night, directed by François Truffaut), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 9th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 09, 1973?
- May 09, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 09, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 09, 1973?
- May 09, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 09, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- May 09, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 09, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- May 09, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 09, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 09, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 09, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 09, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 09, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on May 09, 1973?
What day of the week was May 09, 1973?
May 09, 1973 was a Wednesday and it was the 129th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 09, 1973 can also be written as 5/9/1973 in the US and as 9/5/1973 in UK and Europe.
May 09, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 9th 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 09, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 09, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 9th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 09, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 09, 1973 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 09, 1973 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 09, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 12:37 pm and setting at 02:10 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.
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Who was born on May 09, 1973?
Famous people born on May 09, 1973:
- Paisley Rekdal
Paisley Rekdal is an American poet known for her works exploring themes of identity, race, and memory.
- Tegla Loroupe
Kenyan runner.
- Leonard Myles-Mills
Ghanaian sprinter.
- Chu Sang-mi
South korean actress.
- Marcus Brigstocke
Comedian.
- Jasmina Douieb
- Arūnas Pukelevičius
- Dragan Tarlać
- Sandra Benad
- Pablo Bouza
- Alex Martin
- Óscar Ortiz
- Roland Assinger
- Francisca Merino
Whose famous birthday is on May 9th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 9th:
![Noah Centineo]()
Noah CentineoNoah centineo is a popular tv actor known for his roles in teen romantic comedies and dramas.
![Albert Finney]()
Albert FinneyAlbert finney was a british actor known for his roles in films such as tom jones, erin brockovich, and murder on the orient express.
![Rosario Dawson]()
Rosario DawsonRosario dawson is an american actress known for her roles in movies such as 'rent', 'sin city', and 'men in black ii'.
![Billy Joel]()
Billy JoelAfter 15 years of preparation, an american singer was inducted into the songwriters hall of fame.
![John Corbett]()
John CorbettJohn corbett is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as sex and the city and northern exposure.
![Candice Bergen]()
Candice BergenAmerican actress and model.
![Pierre Desproges]()
Pierre DesprogesFrench humorist, well-known for his elaborate, eloquent, and, above all, vicious diatribes that criticize everything and everyone.
![Kevin Peter Hall]()
Kevin Peter HallActor harry & hendersons, dies from aids at age 35.
![Glenda Jackson]()
Glenda JacksonBritish actress, internationally recognized, who won the ny film classics award for 1971, an emmy in 1972 for "queen elizabeth", and oscars...
![Joan Sims]()
Joan SimsActress (carry on behind carry on cleo).
May 09, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 11 months old,
or 611 months and 17 days old,
or 2659 weeks and 2 days old,
or 18615 days old,
if you were born on May 09, 1973.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 09, 1973?
There are 13 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 9th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 09, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 09, 1973.
May 09, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 09, 1973:
- Dorothy Dalton
What famous deaths happened on May 9th?
Famous deaths on May 9th:
![Lena Horne]()
Lena HorneAmerican actress and singer with depth and character.
![Alice Faye]()
Alice FayeAmerican actress and singer (d. 1998).
![Marion Lorne]()
Marion LorneActress (aunt clara bewitched), dies in 1981.
![Alan King]()
Alan KingAmerican screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 2004).
![Elizabeth Wilson]()
Elizabeth WilsonAmerican actress (d. 2015).
- Joahan Christoph Friedrich von Schiller
German poet, philosopher, and playwright known for his works such as William Tell.
- Elliett Grant Watson
Renowned biologist known for contributions to evolutionary theory.
- Elizabth Neuffer
Renowned journalist known for her coverage of war and conflict zones.
- Niquita Burrell
American singer known for her soulful voice and hit songs.
May 09, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 09, 1973:
- Russia and some other parts of the former Soviet Union ? Victory Day as the end of the "Great Patriotic War".
- Our Lady of Flanders
- Roman Empire ? Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).
- Jersey, Guernsey ? Liberation Day (commemorating the end of the German Occupation of the Channel Islands during World War II).
- European Union ? Europe day, commemorating the "Schuman declaration".
Saints celebrated on May 09, 1973:
- Saint Tudi
- Saint Pachomius (died 346)
- Saint Gerontius (died 501)
- Saint Carolina
May 09, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 09, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 7th and May 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 09, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 09, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 09, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 09, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Sweet - Little Willy
- War - The Cisco Kid
- Dobie Gray - Drift Away
May 09, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 09, 1973 was See My Baby Jive by Wizzard, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 09, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 09, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wizzard - See My Baby Jive
- Dawn featuring Tony Orlando - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
- The Sweet - Hell Raiser
- Gary Glitter - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
- Perry Como - And I Love You So
May 09, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 09, 1973 was Funky Worm by Ohio Players, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 09, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 09, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ohio Players - Funky Worm
- Sylvia (r&b) - Pillow Talk
- Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
- The Independents - Leaving Me
- War - Cisco Kid
May 09, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 09, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Day for Night
Release year: 1973
Directed by: François Truffaut
Starring: Jacqueline Bisset, Jean-Pierre Léaud, François Truffaut, Valentina Cortese
Country: United States of America
The Day of the Jackal
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Fred Zinnemann
Starring: Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair, Alan Badel
Country: United States of America
Baba Yaga
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Corrado Farina
Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti
Country: Italy
Fantastic Planet
Release year: 1973
Directed by: René Laloux
Starring: Barry Bostwick, Jennifer Drake, Eric Baugin, Jean Topart
Country: United States of America
O Lucky Man!
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Lindsay Anderson
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Ralph Richardson, Rachel Roberts, Arthur Lowe
May 09, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 09, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Cheri
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!
Release year: 1973
May 09, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 09, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Laughing All The Way
By: Barbara Howar
Barbara Howar served as temporary head of Washington D.C. socialites from the 1960s to the time President Johnson warned him to calm down the parties.
All Creatures Great And Small
By: James Herriot
This classic bestseller is multimillion-copy. Enter the magical world of James Herriot, the beloved veterinarian and his gang of funny, heartwarming, and tragic animal patients.
Jonathan Livingston Seagull
By: Richard Bach
The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …
Evening In Byzantium
By: Irwin Shaw
One of Irwin Shaw’s most memorable heroes fights to resurrect a declining career against a tough cast, whiskey and old memories Jesse Crain was created for Cannes.
May 09, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 09, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on May 09, 1973?
On May 09, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 09, 1973?
On May 09, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 09, 1973?
On May 09, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 9th?
May 9th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 9th 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 9th, such as:
- 2019 - North korean missile testing: south korean military claims north korea launched an "unidentified" projectile into the sea. this marks the second north korean weapons test in one week.
- 2018 - Terrorism and violence in indonesia: five officers were killed in a jakarta detention center for terrorists' revolt while a sixth was held hostage. negotiators agree to an audience with the rioters as well as aman abdurrahman (an inmate who heads isil in indonesia), according to a request.
- 2017 - Syria-united states relations, turkey-united states relations: president donald trump approves an arms agreement with the syrian kurds to aid the syrian democratic forces against the islamic state of iraq (isil) despite opposition from turkey.
What happened in 1973?
1973 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
- Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
- Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1973?
May 1973 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.
