Friday March 12, 1976: on this day

March 12, 1976 was the 72nd day of the year 1976, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 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 March 12, 1976, who was born and died on March 12, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 12, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. December 1963 (Oh, What A Night) by The Four Seasons), movies (e.g. Family Plot, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Battle Of The Sexes) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was March 12, 1976?


March 12, 1976 was a Friday and it was the 72nd day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 12, 1976 can also be written as 3/12/1976 in the US and as 12/3/1976 in UK and Europe.

March 12, 1976 in March 1976 calendar

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March 12, 1976: What happened on that day?


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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 12th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 12, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 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 March 12, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 02:16 pm and setting at 04:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 15, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Mar 16, 1976.

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Who was born on March 12, 1976?


Famous people born on March 12, 1976:

  • Riham Al-Badawi

    Prominent figure in Middle Eastern politics.

  • Asaya Takahashi

    Renowned biologist known for groundbreaking research in genetics.

  • Arzu Alpan

    Founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Aleayah Al-Ahmad

    First female Prime Minister of Kuwait.

  • Yoon Hahn

    Renowned for research on brain plasticity and neurorehabilitation.

  • Sunniva Angell

    Norwegian politician known for her work in environmental issues.

  • Sejla Kamberović

    Bosnian politician known for her work in promoting human rights and democracy.

  • Argel Fuchs

    Brazilian politician known for his work in environmental conservation.

  • Catalea Mihuleac

    Romanian novelist known for her impactful storytelling.

  • Akito Nakatsuka

    Talented composer and pianist in the contemporary music scene.

  • Mashelle Thakur

    Indian politician and social activist advocating for women's rights and education.

  • Lui Santiago

    Award-winning author of contemporary fiction.

  • Claudeen Woods

    Accomplished golfer known for precision and skill in the sport.

  • Theoren Pincemaille

    French actor known for his roles in French cinema.

  • Vitali Ignatenko

    Belarusian politician and former political prisoner.

  • Shemia Simpson

    British Labour Party politician and Member of Parliament.

  • Mikita Likhavid

    Belarusian politician and activist.

  • Senay Berhe

    Former Member of Parliament in Ethiopia.

  • Arnaud Gourvennec

    French teenager, aged 13, who fell while playing in his bedroom.

  • Darla Stevens

    Darla Stevens is a successful entrepreneur who founded a tech startup in Silicon Valley.

Whose famous birthday is on March 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 12th:

  • Barbara Feldon
    Barbara Feldon

    Barbara feldon is an american actress and model best known for her role as agent 99 in the television series get smart.

  • Jaimie Alexander
    Jaimie Alexander

    Jaimie alexander is an american actress known for her role as lady sif in the marvel cinematic universe.

  • Courtney B. Vance
    Courtney B. Vance

    Courtney b. vance is an american actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as the people v. o.j.

  • Ron Jeremy
    Ron Jeremy

    American entertainer, most famous as a porn star.

  • Al Jarreau
    Al Jarreau

    American jazz singer.

  • Jessie Matthews
    Jessie Matthews

    Jessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...

  • Marlon Jackson
    Marlon Jackson

    American musician and singer (the jackson 5).

  • Gordon MacRae
    Gordon MacRae

    American singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.

  • Jason Beghe
    Jason Beghe

    American actor and critic.

  • Googie Withers
    Googie Withers

    Karachi, india -- actress (1 our aircraft is lost).

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


You are 48 years and 7 days old,

or 576 months and 7 days old,

or 2505 weeks and 4 days old,

or 17539 days old,

if you were born on March 12, 1976.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 12, 1976?

There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday March 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 12, 1976?

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

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


Famous people died on March 12, 1976:

  • Arri Kivikas

    Estonian politician known for his role in the Estonian War of Independence.

  • Antonio Ortiz Alonso
  • Charles Goulet

What famous deaths happened on March 12th?

Famous deaths on March 12th:

  • John Cazale
    John Cazale

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

  • Lynne Thigpen
    Lynne Thigpen

    Talented American actress known for her roles in various films and television shows.

  • Belinda Lee
    Belinda Lee

    An english actress who is often portrayed as a "sexy blonde" in supporting roles in benny hill's film "who done it?" (1956).

  • Maurice Evans
    Maurice Evans

    English screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 1989).

  • Josephine Hull
    Josephine Hull

    American actress and director (d.57).

  • Edras Miguel

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Beatrice Wood

    Renowned ceramic artist known for her whimsical and colorful pottery.

  • Gayna Millican

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Romare Bearden

    Renowned African-American artist known for his collages and photomontages.

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


Holidays on March 12, 1976:

  • Ancient Latvia - Gregoru Diena observed.
  • Flag Day in Venezuela.
  • "National Day" of the Republic of Jamtland
  • Sweden - Namesday of Crown Princess Victoria, an Official Flag Day.
  • Mauritius - National Day.
  • St. Justina
  • St. Jozefina
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast day of: St. Theophanes the Confessor
  • Arbor Day in China.
  • St. Maximilian
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March 12, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 12, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 8th and March 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on March 12, 1976 was December 1963 (Oh, What A Night) by The Four Seasons, according to the music chart for the week March 8th and March 14th.

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

The music chart in the USA on March 12, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 8th and March 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)
  2. - All By Myself
  3. - Love Machine (Part 1)
  4. - Take It To The Limit
  5. - Dream Weaver

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

The number 1 song in the UK on March 12, 1976 was I Love To Love by Tina Charles, according to the music chart for the week March 8th and March 14th.

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

The music chart in the UK on March 12, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 8th and March 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Love To Love
  2. - Love Really Hurts Without You
  3. - Save Your Kisses For Me
  4. - Convoy
  5. - December '63

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

The number 1 R&B song on March 12, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 8th and March 14th.

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

The R&B music chart on March 12, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 8th and March 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Disco Lady
  2. - Boogie Fever
  3. - Keep Holding On
  4. - He's A Friend
  5. - New Orleans

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

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

Family Plot

Family Plot

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Karen Black, Bruce Dern, Barbara Harris, William Devane

Country: United States of America

Mandinga

Mandinga

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Mario Pinzauti

Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo

Country: Italy

The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Nicolas Roeg

Starring: David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Buck Henry

Country: United States of America

Robin and Marian

Robin and Marian

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Richard Lester

Starring: Sean Connery, Audrey Hepburn, Robert Shaw, Richard Harris

Country: United States of America

In the Realm of the Senses

In the Realm of the Senses

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Nagisa Ôshima

Starring: Tatsuya Fuji, Eiko Matsuda, Aoi Nakajima, Yasuko Matsui

Country: United States of America

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

The most popular TV Series on March 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:

Battle of the Sexes

Battle of the Sexes

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Valerie Faris

Freiwillige Feuerwehr

Freiwillige Feuerwehr

Release year: 1976

When the Boat Comes In

When the Boat Comes In

Release year: 1975

Written by:

Directed by: David Reynolds

Starring: James Bolam, James Garbutt, Jean Heywood, John Nightingale

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Prince and the Pauper

The Prince and the Pauper

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Giles Foster

Most Wanted

Most Wanted

Release year: 1976

Country: United States of America

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

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

The Greek Treasure by Irving Stone

The Greek Treasure

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A fictionalized narrative of the derided by determined efforts of German traveler-archaeologist, Henry Schliemann, and his second wife, Sophia Engastromenos, to excavate the sites of Homeric Troy and ancient Mycenae

The Russians by Hedrick Smith

The Russians

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Hedrick Smith did what all of us wish we could: He went to Russia and spoke to the people.

Curtain by Agatha Christie

Curtain

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Harper Collins is now home to the Queen of Mystery! Agatha Christie is the acknowledged mistress in suspense. She's the creator of Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot in Belgium, as well as many other memorable characters. Her entire collection of …

Winning Through Intimidation by Robert J. Ringer

Winning Through Intimidation

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If you have ever been left behind, you will appreciate the rewards you can reap when you take initiative in all areas of your life.

Spandau by Albert Speer

Spandau

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This book is among the most remarkable ever written. The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials convicted the prisoners of writing. They were forbidden to use any typewriters.

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

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

Stunt Cycle

Stunt Cycle

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Simulation

Heavyweight Champ

Heavyweight Champ

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports Fighting

Outlaw

Outlaw

Platform: Arcade Atari 2600

Genre: Shooter

The Amazing Maze Game

The Amazing Maze Game

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Midway

Sprint 2

Sprint 2

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Kee Games

history

Who was the US President on March 12, 1976?

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

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

On March 12, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 12, 1976?

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

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What is special about March 12th?

March 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of March. 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 March 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boeing 737 max 8 grounded: all boeing 737 max 8 aircraft were grounded by the european union, india, malaysia and singapore. with 40% of the global fleet now grounded, indonesia, china, and several other airlines also grounding their aircraft yesterday, this means that 40% of the global fleet has been grounded. boeing claims that they will release a software update within the next few weeks.
  • 2018 - Apple inc. acquires texture digital magazine subscription app texture, for an undisclosed amount.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: tahrir al-sham is al-qaeda's branch within syria. it claims responsibility for the twin bombings in damascus yesterday that left many dead.

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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 March 1976?

March 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

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