What happened on Monday June 12, 1978?

Here's what happened on June 12, 1978:

• Son of Sam Killer Sentenced David Berkowitz, notorious serial killer known as the 'Son of Sam', was sentenced to 365 years in prison for six murders committed in New York City. His killing spree terrorized the city and became a significant criminal case in late 1970s American history.
• US House of Representatives Allows Live Radio Coverage For the first time, the U.S. House of Representatives authorized a live broadcast of its legislative session, marking a significant milestone in government transparency and public access to political proceedings. Speaker Thomas 'Tip' O'Neill approved the Associated Press Radio broadcast.
• Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake in Honshu, Japan A significant seismic event occurred near the east coast of Honshu, Japan, causing potential widespread damage and disruption. The magnitude 7.7 earthquake represented a major geological disturbance in the region.

Events in 1978

June 12, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 12, 1978

Newspapers from Jun. 12, 1978

June 12, 1978 was a Monday and it was the 163rd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 12, 1978 can also be written as 6/12/1978 in the US and as 12/6/1978 in UK and Europe.

June 12, 1978 in June 1978 calendar

Famous people born on June 12, 1978:

• Joshua Jackson

  Renowned actor famous for roles in 'Dawson's Creek', 'Fringe', and multiple films, with a significant career in television and cinema.

• Timothy Simons
• Paula Picarelli
• Chris Dangerous
• 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on June 12th

Famous people died on June 12, 1978:

• Guo Moruo

  Chinese historian, author, and poet (b. 1892).

• Guō Mòruò
• Léon Lommel

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on June 12th

June 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 12, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
2. John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
3. Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
4. Bonnie Tyler - It's A Heartache
5. Johnny Mathis - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late

June 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 12, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
2. Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
3. Darts - The Boy From New York City
4. Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
5. The Rolling Stones - Miss You

June 12, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 12, 1978 was Use Ta Be My Girl by The O'Jays, according to the music chart for the week June 12th and June 18th.

1. The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
2. The Isley Brothers - Take Me To The Next Phase
3. Heatwave - The Grooveline
4. George Duke - Dukey Stick (Part One)
5. Linda Clifford - Runaway Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 12th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 12, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 12, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 12, 1978 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 12, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 42% full, rising at 11:39 am and setting at 12:44 am.

The previous full moon was on May 22, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on June 12, 1978

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Someone born on June 12, 1978 is:

46 years 10 months old,

or 562 months and 23 days old,

or 2447 weeks

or 17129 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 12, 1978?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 12th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 12, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 12, 1978.

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