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August 12, 1971 was the 224th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 12, 1971 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 12, 1971, who was born and died on August 12, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 12, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. The Night Evelyn Came Out of the Grave, directed by Emilio Miraglia), TV series (e.g. Behind The Scenes) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 12th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 12, 1971?
- August 12, 1971: What happened on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 12, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 12, 1971?
- August 12, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 12, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- August 12, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 12, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 12, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on August 12, 1971?
What day of the week was August 12, 1971?
August 12, 1971 was a Thursday and it was the 224th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 12, 1971 can also be written as 8/12/1971 in the US and as 12/8/1971 in UK and Europe.
August 12, 1971: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 12, 1971:
- Syriam president assad drops diplomatic relations with jordan
August 12, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 12, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 12th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 12, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 12, 1971 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1971 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 August 12, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 10:24 pm and setting at 02:21 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1971.
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Who was born on August 12, 1971?
Famous people born on August 12, 1971:
![Michael Ian Black]()
Michael Ian BlackAmerican comedian.
![Rebecca Gayheart]()
Rebecca GayheartRebecca gayheart is an american actress known for her roles in films such as scream 2 and jawbreaker.
- Derward Garrett
Former professional footballer known for his successful career in the English Premier League.
- Quinita Faye
Olympic gold medalist in track and field.
- Stachia Sipe
Former professional tennis player known for her powerful serve.
- Lashane Benford
Known for research in black holes and dark matter.
- Amaro Fernandes
Amaro Fernandes was a Brazilian soccer player who played as a midfielder.
- Sheddrick Wilson
Sheddrick Wilson was an American football player who played as a wide receiver in the National Football League.
- Tyke Tolbert
Tyke Tolbert is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Buffalo Bills and Denver...
- Marqual Briggs
Marqual Briggs was an American football linebacker who played in the National Football League.
- Pete Sampras
American tennis player: atp tour.
- Laurelin Kistemaker
Former Member of the Dutch House of Representatives.
- Rhandi Martin
Former professional basketball player who played in the WNBA.
- Sharief Atkins
Sharief Atkins was an American football player who played as a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Bears...
- Montina Williams
Montina Williams is an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as The Shield and Southland.
- Christean Gaines
Christean Gaines was an American football player who played as a defensive back in the National Football League.
- Shadeed Wallace-Stepter
Shadeed Wallace-Stepter was an American football player who played as a wide receiver in the National Football League.
- Sebron Yates
Sebron Yates was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
- Tiron Burt
Tiron Burt was an American football player who played as a defensive back in the National Football League.
Whose famous birthday is on August 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 12th:
![Casey Affleck]()
Casey AffleckAmerican actor with credits in hollywood feature movies.
![Cara Delevingne]()
Cara DelevingneCara delevingne is a british model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and for her roles in movies such as 'paper towns'...
![George Hamilton]()
George HamiltonAmerican actor, beautiful sex symbol and tanned.
![Dominique Swain]()
Dominique SwainAmerican actress chosen from 2,500 girls to portray the lead role in a movie remake of vladimir nabokov’s "lolita" it was scandalous back...
![Luis Mariano]()
Luis MarianoHis family settled in bordeaux after he sang spanish basque.
![John Cazale]()
John CazaleActor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Iza Calzado]()
Iza CalzadoFilipino tv actress.
![Leah Pipes]()
Leah PipesAmerican actress.
![Jane Wyatt]()
Jane WyattAmerican singer and actress (d. 2006).
August 12, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 8 months old,
or 632 months and 12 days old,
or 2749 weeks and 6 days old,
or 19249 days old,
if you were born on August 12, 1971.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 August 12, 1971?
There are 110 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 12, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 12, 1971.
August 12, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 12, 1971:
- Arty Ross
Arty Ross was an American professional golfer who played in the early 20th century.
- Massinet Sorcinelli
- Maria Paola Muzzeddu
What famous deaths happened on August 12th?
Famous deaths on August 12th:
![Lauren Bacall]()
Lauren BacallAmerican actress and star for more than a century.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Ian Fleming]()
Ian FlemingJames bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).
![Merv Griffin]()
Merv GriffinAmerican entertainer and tv host.
![Loretta Young]()
Loretta YoungAmerican actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.
![Peter Woodthorpe]()
Peter WoodthorpeBritish actor (born 1931).
![Una Stubbs]()
Una StubbsUna Stubbs is a British actress best known for her role as Mrs.
![Arlene Martel]()
Arlene MartelArlene Martel was an actress best known for her role as T'Pring in the original Star Trek series.
![Stephen Lewis]()
Stephen LewisCanadian diplomat and politician 14th canadian ambassador at the united nations.
![Dorothy Mackaill]()
Dorothy MackaillActress in love affair, dies at 87 from kidney failure.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 12th
August 12, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on August 12, 1971:
- International Youth Day
August 12, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 12, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 9th and August 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 12, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1971 was How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.
August 12, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 12, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
- Jean Knight - Mr. Big Stuff
- John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads
- Tommy James - Draggin' The Line
- James Taylor - You've Got A Friend
August 12, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 12, 1971 was I'm Still Waiting by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.
August 12, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 12, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - I'm Still Waiting
- The New Seekers - Never Ending Song Of Love
- T Rex - Get It On
- Atomic Rooster - Devil's Answer
- Family - In My Own Time
August 12, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 12, 1971 was Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.
August 12, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 12, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
- James Brown - Hot Pants (She Got To Use What She Got, To Get What She Want
- Jackson 5 - Maybe Tomorrow
- The Undisputed Truth - Smiling Faces Sometimes
- The Dramatics - Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get
August 12, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 12, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Night Evelyn Came Out of the Grave
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Emilio Miraglia
Starring: Anthony Steffen, Marina Malfatti, Enzo Tarascio, Giacomo Rossi Stuart
Cry Uncle
Release year: 1971
Directed by: John G. Avildsen
Starring: Jackson Beck, Pamela Gruen, Allen Garfield, Devin Goldenberg
Black Killer
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Carlo Croccolo
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan
Country: Italy
Die Screaming Marianne
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Pete Walker
Starring: Susan George, Barry Evans, Christopher Sandford, Judy Huxtable
Werewolves on Wheels
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Michel Levesque
Starring: Steve Oliver, Donna Anders, Gene Shane, Billy Gray
August 12, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 12, 1971 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Behind the Scenes
Release year: 1971
Eerie Street
Release year: 1971
Meu Pedacinho de Chão
Release year: 1971
August 12, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 12, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Exorcist
By: William Peter Blatty
The Exorcist was originally published in 1971. It is now a major TV series on FOX. It is still one of the most controversial novels and became a literary sensation. It spent 47 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller …
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
By: Dee Brown
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee was immediately recognized as an important and controversial book. Its first publication in 1971.
The Passions Of The Mind
By: Irving Stone
A compelling portrait of the Viennese neurologer, which focuses on his intense, agonized research years that led to the discovery of psychoanalysis.
The Female Eunuch
By: Germaine Greer
The 1970 publication of Germaine Greer’s The Female Eunuch was a major event that raised eyebrows and ire, while also creating a shock wave in recognition among women all over the globe.
The New Centurions
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Joseph Wambaugh, an ex-cop and #1 New York Times bestseller writer, created a new type of literature through his outstanding early police procedurals.
August 12, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 12, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Trek
Galaxy Game
Computer Space
The Oregon Trail
Who was the US President on August 12, 1971?
On August 12, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 1971?
On August 12, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 12, 1971?
On August 12, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 12th?
August 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of August. 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 August 12th, such as:
- 2018 - August 2018 lombok earthquake: sutopo purwo nugroho, spokesperson for bnpb, confirmed that 436 people have died in the earthquake in lombok.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: seven white helmets members are killed by unidentified gunmen storming their office in rebel-held sarmin in northwestern syria.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings the attacks were not claimed by any group.
What happened in 1971?
1971 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
- UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
- Swiss men accept female suffrage
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What was the calendar for August 1971?
August 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
