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December 12, 1978 was the 346th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 12, 1978 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 12, 1978, who was born and died on December 12, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 12, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. You Don't Bring Me Flowers by Barbra & Neil), movies (e.g. Invasion of the Body Snatchers, directed by Philip Kaufman), TV series (e.g. A Woman Called Moses) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 12th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 12, 1978?
- December 12, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 12, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 12, 1978?
- December 12, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 12, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- December 12, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 12, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- December 12, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 12, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 12, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 12, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 12, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on December 12, 1978?
What day of the week was December 12, 1978?
December 12, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 346th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 12, 1978 can also be written as 12/12/1978 in the US and as 12/12/1978 in UK and Europe.
December 12, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 12th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 12, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 12, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 12th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 12, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 12, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 12, 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 December 12, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:35 pm and setting at 06:01 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1978.
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Who was born on December 12, 1978?
Famous people born on December 12, 1978:
- Jean Liu
Jean Liu is a Chinese businesswoman and the president of Didi Chuxing, one of the world's largest ride-hailing companies.
- Marco Resmann
Co-founder of the music software company Ableton.
- Jennifer Rovero
American model.
- Derrick Delmore in Camp Springs
Maryland; figure skater (1996 grand prix champion).
- Louis (artist)
Korean singer.
- Monica Barladeanu
Romanian actress.
- Andrea Piccini
- Luca Nanni
- Kassim Ouma
- Gbenga Akinnagbe
- Teryn Ashley
- Chén Dōng
- Luciano Emilio
- David Kiptanui
- Mannaseh Mwanza
- Chen Dong
Whose famous birthday is on December 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 12th:
![Frank Sinatra]()
Frank SinatraAmerican legend, who was a singer and also had a successful career in tv and movies.
![Jennifer Connelly]()
Jennifer ConnellyMovie actress.
![Dionne Warwick]()
Dionne WarwickAmerican singer and recording artist.
![Mädchen Amick]()
Mädchen AmickAmerican actress and director.
![Connie Francis]()
Connie FrancisCountry singer.
![Bill Nighy]()
Bill NighyBritish actor known for his roles in 'Love Actually' and the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series.
![Regina Hall]()
Regina HallRegina Hall is a versatile actress known for her roles in comedy and drama films.
![Bob Barker]()
Bob BarkerBarker, an american tv personality and host of "the price is right", was the host of the game show for more than three decades.
![Tom Wilkinson]()
Tom WilkinsonEnglish actor (b. 1948).
![Robert Lepage]()
Robert LepageFrench canadian playwright.
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December 12, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 4 months old,
or 544 months and 7 days old,
or 2366 weeks and 3 days old,
or 16565 days old,
if you were born on December 12, 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 December 12, 1978?
There are 238 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 12, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on December 12, 1978.
December 12, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 12, 1978:
![Fay Compton]()
Fay ComptonActress (othello) dies at 74.
- Peretz Miransky
Renowned poet known for his lyrical and emotional verses.
- Clifton Chenier
American singer-songwriter and accordion player (d. 1987).
- Hermann Springer
- Paolo Minganti
- Il'ja Abramovič Kan
- Francesco Locatelli
- Keith Ellis
What famous deaths happened on December 12th?
Famous deaths on December 12th:
![Vicente Fernández]()
Vicente FernándezVicente Fernández is a Mexican singer, actor, and businessman who founded the successful Grupo Fernández conglomerate.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksAmerican actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.
![Tallulah Bankhead]()
Tallulah BankheadAmerican actress who appeared on film and stage.
![Danny Aiello]()
Danny AielloDanny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.
![Anne Baxter]()
Anne BaxterFrank lloyd wright's daughter is an american actress, author, and noted family.
![Peter Boyle]()
Peter BoyleAmerican actor (d. 2006).
![Audrey Totter]()
Audrey TotterJoliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).
![Van Johnson]()
Van JohnsonAmerican actor.
![Annette Stroyberg]()
Annette StroybergDanish actress (b. 1936).
![Ann Reinking]()
Ann ReinkingAmerican actress, dancer, and choreographer (d. 2020).
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December 12, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 12, 1978:
- R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Also see December 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Kenya - Jamhuri Day: Independence Day (from Britain, 1963)
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Masá'il (Questions) - First day of the 15th month of the Bahá'f Calendar
Observances on December 12, 1978:
- International Universal Health Coverage Day
- International Day of Neutrality
December 12, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 12, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 11th and December 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 12, 1978 was You Don't Bring Me Flowers by Barbra & Neil, according to the music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.
December 12, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 11th and December 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Barbra & Neil - You Don't Bring Me Flowers
- Chic - Le Freak
- Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven
- Gino Vannelli - I Just Wanna Stop
- Billy Joel - My Life
December 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 12, 1978 was Mary's Boy Child by Boney M, according to the music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.
December 12, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 11th and December 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Boney M - Mary's Boy Child
- Rod Stewart - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
- The Village People - YMCA
- The Barron Knights - A Taste Of Aggro
- The Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven
December 12, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 12, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 11th and December 17th.
December 12, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 11th and December 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chic - Le Freak
- Cheryl Lynn - Got To Be Real
- Chaka Khan - I'm Every Woman
- Earth, Wind & Fire - September
- Rose Royce - Love Don't Live Here Anymore
December 12, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 12, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Philip Kaufman
Starring: Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Jeff Goldblum, Veronica Cartwright
Country: United States of America
Starcrash
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Luigi Cozzi
Starring: Marjoe Gortner, Caroline Munro, Christopher Plummer, David Hasselhoff
Country: United States of America
Ecce bombo
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Nanni Moretti
Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci
Country: Italy
California Suite
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Herbert Ross
Starring: Jane Fonda, Alan Alda, Maggie Smith, Michael Caine
Brass Target
Release year: 1978
Directed by: John Hough
Starring: Sophia Loren, John Cassavetes, Max von Sydow, George Kennedy
December 12, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 12, 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:
A Woman Called Moses
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Rentner haben niemals Zeit
Release year: 1978
Matador
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Erik Balling
Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz
Country: Denmark
Treasure Island
Release year: 1978
Starring: Joe Thomas, Bobby Thong
Country: Japan
Apple Pie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Howard Goldberg
December 12, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 12, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Second Generation
By: Howard Fast
She'll Take Risks to Get Freedom"A satisfying novel with depth and breadth. Written in forceful, clear prose. Chicago TribuneDesperate to be independent and scathing of the hypocrisy in the upper
The Silmarillion
By: J.R.R. Tolkien and Christopher Tolkien
"Majestic! . . . The Silmarillion will appeal to readers of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. It contains medieval romances, fairy tales and even more brutal wars that ring with heraldic fury.
Faeries
By: Brian Froud and Alan Lee
Brian Froud's Faeries, published a quarter century ago, is still a classic fantasy book. It has more than a million copies worldwide.
Scruples
By: Judith Krantz
Scruples is the first novel to make publishing history. It's widely regarded as the best novel ever about the extravagant lifestyle of the Beverly Hills boutique owner and its employees.
Pulling Your Own Strings
By: Wayne W. Dyer
Wayne W. Dyer explains how we can all prevent being victimized by others and start operating from the centre of our power
December 12, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 12, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)
Dynasty (video game)
Adventureland
Pirate Adventure
Basketball
Who was the US President on December 12, 1978?
On December 12, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1978?
On December 12, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 12, 1978?
On December 12, 1978 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 12th?
December 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of December. 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 December 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the afghan national army leaves the western shib koh district, after the government failed in its duty to replenish troops there. the taliban now control the district that borders iran. (reuters) the taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack that left 12 dead, 8 of them civilians in kabul.
- 2017 - Unibail-rodamco buys westfield corporation, a shopping mall owner, for $15.7 billion
- 2016 - December 2016 istanbul bombings: according to recep akdag, the death toll from the bombings at besiktas (istanbul) has risen to at least 44. (anadolu agency). at least 118 hdp supporters and officials were arrested in anti-terrorism raids. hdp denies any connection with the pkk and kurdistan freedom falcons. (reuters),
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 December 1978?
December 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
