Thursday August 12, 1976: on this day

August 12, 1976 was the 225th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 12, 1976 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, 1976, who was born and died on August 12, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 12, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John), movies (e.g. J.D.'s Revenge, directed by Arthur Marks), TV series (e.g. Ivan The Terrible) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 12th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 12, 1976?


August 12, 1976 was a Thursday and it was the 225th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 12, 1976 can also be written as 8/12/1976 in the US and as 12/8/1976 in UK and Europe.

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August 12, 1976: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 12, 1976:

  • First approach and lands test (alt) of nasa space shuttle orbiter enterprise.
  • Between 1,000 and 3,500 palestinians are killed in the tel al-zaatar massacre, one of the bloodiest events of the lebanese civil war.

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August 12, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on August 12th, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 12, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 12, 1976 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1976 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, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 87% full, rising at 09:04 pm and setting at 09:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Sep 08, 1976.

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Who was born on August 12, 1976?


Famous people born on August 12, 1976:

  • Isaack Rosenberg

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting on political corruption.

  • Isahia Carey

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for uncovering corruption scandals.

  • Jaze Mabrey

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for uncovering corruption scandals.

  • Shamecka Johnson

    Renowned for her research on black holes and dark matter.

  • Suhailah Salam

    Renowned journalist known for investigative reporting.

  • Esben Bjerre

    Renowned biologist known for his research on marine ecosystems.

  • Emiel Haffmans

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Odai Al-Dajani

    Renowned contemporary painter known for his vibrant abstract artworks.

  • Jillana Enteen

    Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics.

  • Salle Cobb

    Renowned basketball player known for exceptional skills on the court.

  • Cina Diaz

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Lateefa Ahmed

    Renowned contemporary artist known for her vibrant and thought-provoking works.

  • Johonna Gibson

    Renowned astronomer known for her work on black holes.

  • Geanette LeClair

    Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics.

  • Antwonette Hale

    Bestselling author known for her captivating mystery novels.

  • Batu Gökdeniz

    Renowned poet known for his evocative verses.

  • Tuere Carter

    Former professional basketball player known for her exceptional skills on the court.

  • Yurika Kimura

    Renowned Japanese novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Shalona Bennett

    Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and television.

  • Terilynn Hawkins

    Olympic gold medalist in swimming.

Whose famous birthday is on August 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 12th:

  • Cara Delevingne
    Cara Delevingne

    Cara 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'...

  • Casey Affleck
    Casey Affleck

    American actor with credits in hollywood feature movies.

  • George Hamilton
    George Hamilton

    American actor, beautiful sex symbol and tanned.

  • Dominique Swain
    Dominique Swain

    American 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 Mariano

    His family settled in bordeaux after he sang spanish basque.

  • John Cazale
    John Cazale

    Actor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.

  • John Derek
    John Derek

    After his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.

  • Iza Calzado
    Iza Calzado

    Filipino tv actress.

  • Leah Pipes
    Leah Pipes

    American actress.

  • Jane Wyatt
    Jane Wyatt

    American singer and actress (d. 2006).

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August 12, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 47 years 7 months old,

or 571 months and 17 days old,

or 2485 weeks and 1 day old,

or 17396 days old,

if you were born on August 12, 1976.

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, 1976?

There are 136 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, 1976?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 12, 1976.

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August 12, 1976: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 12, 1976:

  • Tom Driberg

    British politician/journalist (b. 1905).

  • Thomas Edward Driberg

    1st baron bradwell, journalist.

  • Generoso Dattilo
  • Einar Perman

What famous deaths happened on August 12th?

Famous deaths on August 12th:

  • Lauren Bacall
    Lauren Bacall

    American actress and star for more than a century.

  • Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda

    American actor.

  • Ian Fleming
    Ian Fleming

    James bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).

  • Merv Griffin
    Merv Griffin

    American entertainer and tv host.

  • Loretta Young
    Loretta Young

    American actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.

  • Peter Woodthorpe
    Peter Woodthorpe

    British actor (born 1931).

  • Una Stubbs
    Una Stubbs

    Una Stubbs is a British actress best known for her role as Mrs.

  • Arlene Martel
    Arlene Martel

    Arlene Martel was an actress best known for her role as T'Pring in the original Star Trek series.

  • Stephen Lewis
    Stephen Lewis

    Canadian diplomat and politician 14th canadian ambassador at the united nations.

  • Dorothy Mackaill
    Dorothy Mackaill

    Actress in love affair, dies at 87 from kidney failure.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 12th

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August 12, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on August 12, 1976:

  • International Youth Day
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August 12, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 12, 1976 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, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1976 was Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 12, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 12, 1976 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:

  1. - Don't Go Breaking My Heart
  2. - You Should Be Dancing
  3. - Let 'Em In
  4. - You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine
  5. - Rock And Roll Music

August 12, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 12, 1976 was Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 12, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 12, 1976 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:

  1. - Don't Go Breaking My Heart
  2. - A Little Bit More
  3. - Jeans On
  4. - Let 'Em In
  5. - In Zaire

August 12, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 12, 1976 was Getaway by Earth, Wind & Fire, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 12, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 12, 1976 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:

  1. - Getaway
  2. - Who'd She Coo?
  3. - (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty
  4. - Get Up Offa That Thing
  5. - Summer

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August 12, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 12, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

J.D.'s Revenge

J.D.'s Revenge

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Arthur Marks

Starring: Glynn Turman, Louis Gossett Jr., Joan Pringle, Carl W. Crudup

Run After Me Until I Catch You

Run After Me Until I Catch You

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Robert Pouret

Starring: Annie Girardot, Jean-Pierre Marielle, Geneviève Fontanel, Christine Laurent

Mandinga

Mandinga

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Mario Pinzauti

Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo

Country: Italy

Gator

Gator

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Burt Reynolds

Starring: Burt Reynolds, Jack Weston, Lauren Hutton, Jerry Reed

Country: United States of America

Balika Badhu

Balika Badhu

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Tarun Majumdar

Starring: Sachin, Rajni Sharma, Asrani, A.K. Hangal

August 12, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 12, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Ivan the Terrible

Ivan the Terrible

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Peter Moers

Bonjour Paris

Bonjour Paris

Release year: 1976

Forget Me Not

Forget Me Not

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Alexander Holt

Orde Wingate

Orde Wingate

Release year: 1976

August 12, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 12, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Crowned Heads by Thomas Tryon

Crowned Heads

By:

Even though Hollywood's greats may be gone, Hollywood's secrets will live on forever. Fedora is dead and movies will never again be the same.

The Final Days by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

The Final Days

By:

The Final Days is a classic behind-the scenes account of Richard Nixon’s final months as President. Bernstein and Woodward play the taut post-Watergate White House of Nixon in a series of moments.

The West End Horror by Nicholas Meyer

The West End Horror

By:

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Dolores by Jacqueline Susann

Dolores

By:

This is Dolores Ryan's tragic, intense story. She was the young, fashionable widow of an assassinated American president. Dolores is too poor to support her extravagant lifestyle and too lonely for fulfillment as a woman after his death.

Passages by Gail Sheehy

Passages

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This is your story. You will be able to recognize your family, friends and loved ones. You will see that every life crisis can be used as an opportunity to create change and growth.

August 12, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 12, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Colossal Cave Adventure

Colossal Cave Adventure

Platform: Many (initially PDP-10)

Genre: Adventure game

Publisher: CRL

F-1

F-1

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing game

Outlaw

Outlaw

Platform: Arcade Atari 2600

Genre: Shooter

Indy 4

Indy 4

Platform: Arcade

Genre: driving

Breakout

Breakout

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

history

Who was the US President on August 12, 1976?

On August 12, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 1976?

On August 12, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 12, 1976?

On August 12, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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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.

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What happened in 1976?

1976 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
  • NBC replaces the peacock logo
  • Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances

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What was the calendar for August 1976?

August 1976 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.

Discover how August 1976 calendar looked like.

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