Wednesday June 13, 1979: on this day

June 13, 1979 was the 164th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is June 13, 1979 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 13, 1979, who was born and died on June 13, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 13, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hot Stuff by Donna Summer), movies (e.g. Escape from Alcatraz, directed by Don Siegel), TV series (e.g. The Mallens) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 13th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 13, 1979?


June 13, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 164th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 13, 1979 can also be written as 6/13/1979 in the US and as 13/6/1979 in UK and Europe.

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June 13, 1979: What happened on that day?


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June 13, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 13th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

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 13, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 13, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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June 13, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 13, 1979 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 13, 1979 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 13, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 10:26 pm and setting at 09:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 10, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 1979.

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Who was born on June 13, 1979?


Famous people born on June 13, 1979:

  • Farin Soraya

    Colombian-American singer known for her pop and Latin music.

  • Tristane Banon

    French journalist and writer (novels, essays).

  • Talon Gries

    American author known for his works in the fantasy genre.

  • Nila Håkedal

    Norwegian volleyball player.

  • Ryan Pickett

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Esther Anderson

    Australian actress.

  • Miguel Pate

    American long jumper.

  • Ágnes Csomor

    Hungarian actress.

  • Andrew av Fløtum
  • Rebecca Gilmore
  • Stephanie Hodge
  • Damir Krupalija
  • Zizi Roberts
  • Seo Young-hee
  • Mauro Esposito
  • Gustave Bahoken
  • François Fortier

Whose famous birthday is on June 13th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 13th:

  • Ashley Olsen
    Ashley Olsen

    Ashley olsen is an american actress known for her role as michelle tanner on the tv show full house.

  • Disha Patani
    Disha Patani

    Disha patani is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her prominent presence on social media.

  • Mary-Kate Olsen
    Mary-Kate Olsen

    American actresses and fraternal twins, the olsens, have been starring in many movies and tv shows since their childhood.

  • Stellan Skarsgård
    Stellan Skarsgård

    Stellan skarsgård is a swedish actor and producer known for his roles in popular films such as good will hunting, the girl with the dragon...

  • Malcolm McDowell
    Malcolm McDowell

    Malcolm mcdowell is an english actor known for his iconic role as alex delarge in the film a clockwork orange.

  • Kat Dennings
    Kat Dennings

    Kat dennings is an american actress known for her roles in the tv series '2 broke girls' and the marvel cinematic universe films.

  • Ally Sheedy
    Ally Sheedy

    American actress and dancer, she made her film debut in 1983 with "bad boys.

  • Richard Thomas
    Richard Thomas

    He was a seven-year-old american actor who grew up to be one of broadway's most successful and active juvenile actors.

  • Paul Lynde
    Paul Lynde

    American actor on stage, screen and television since 1952 when he made his broadway debut.

  • Mark Frankel
    Mark Frankel

    Actor (solitaire for 2, simon-sisters), died at 34.

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June 13, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 9 months old,

or 537 months and 6 days old,

or 2335 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16351 days old,

if you were born on June 13, 1979.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 13, 1979?

There are 86 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 13th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 13, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on June 13, 1979.

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June 13, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 13, 1979:

  • Darla Hood
    Darla Hood

    Darla Hood was an American child actress known for her role in the 'Our Gang' comedy series.

  • Demetrio Stratos

    Italian entrepreneur known for his innovative business ventures.

What famous deaths happened on June 13th?

Famous deaths on June 13th:

  • Benny Goodman
    Benny Goodman

    Benny goodman was a renowned american jazz clarinetist and bandleader, known as the 'king of swing' for popularizing the swing music genre.

  • Ned Beatty
    Ned Beatty

    American actor who appeared in more than 70 plays in theatre for seven years before his debut new york performance in "the great white hope.

  • Nadia Gray
    Nadia Gray

    Actress (naked runner maniac candide, candide, maniac) dies at 71.

  • Fran Allison
    Fran Allison

    American early television personality (kukla fran, ollie, and fran) (born in 1907).

  • Matthew Garber
    Matthew Garber

    British child actor mary poppins (born 1956).

  • Therma Martinez

    Olympic gold medalist sprinter known for her speed and determination.

  • Altin Basho

    Renowned Albanian poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Georg von Békésy

    Hungarian biophysicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1899).

  • Grainger Stewart

    Known for his work on the chemistry of natural products.

  • Matej Hrebenda

    Czech writer and poet famous for his contributions to Czech literature.

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June 13, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 13, 1979:

  • Roman Empire ? Quinquatrus Minusculae held in honor of Minerva
  • Roman Empire ? seventh day of the Vestalia in honor of Vesta
  • USA ? World Children's Day
  • Blessed Odwin
  • Blessed Thomas Woodhouse, martyr
  • Blessed Damhnade, virgin [ Fermanagh]

Observances on June 13, 1979:

  • International Albinism Awareness Day

Saints celebrated on June 13, 1979:

  • Saint Ragnobert, martyr [GTZ: Lyon]
  • Saint Valericus, bishop [WTS (Bruges)]
  • Saint Anthony of Padua), priest, confessor, Doctor of the Church [common; GTZ: Franciscans]
  • Saint Agricius, bishop of Sens, confessor [GTZ: Sens]
  • Saint Landoald, bishop, confessor [GTZ: Bruges]
  • Saint Leo III, pope [PCP (Paris)]
  • Saint Onuphrius, hermit, confessor [GTZ: Constance, Mainz]
  • Saint Valerian, bishop [WTS (Bruges)]
  • Saint Rambert
  • Saint Felicola, virgin, martyr [GTZ: Cologne, Trier, Worms, France]
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June 13, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 13, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 11th and June 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 13, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 13, 1979 was Hot Stuff by Donna Summer, according to the music chart for the week June 11th and June 17th.

June 13, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 13, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 11th and June 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hot Stuff
  2. - We Are Family
  3. - Ring My Bell
  4. - Just When I Needed You Most
  5. - Love You Inside Out

June 13, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 13, 1979 was Sunday Girl by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week June 11th and June 17th.

June 13, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 13, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 11th and June 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sunday Girl
  2. - Ring My Bell
  3. - Dance Away
  4. - Are 'Friends' Electric
  5. - Boogie Wonderland

June 13, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 13, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 11th and June 17th.

June 13, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 13, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 11th and June 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Boogie Wonderland
  3. - Hot Stuff
  4. - Shake
  5. - We Are Family

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June 13, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 13, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Escape from Alcatraz

Escape from Alcatraz

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Don Siegel

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Patrick McGoohan, Roberts Blossom, Jack Thibeau

Country: United States of America

Rocky II

Rocky II

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers

Country: United States of America

Ernesto

Ernesto

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Salvatore Samperi

Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò

Country: Italy

The Main Event

The Main Event

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Howard Zieff

Starring: Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, Paul Sand, Whitman Mayo

Org

Org

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Fernando Birri

Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza

Country: Italy

June 13, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 13, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Mallens

The Mallens

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian Mills

Carga Pesada

Carga Pesada

Release year: 1979

Thundercloud

Thundercloud

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Talon Clemow

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William G. Stewart

June 13, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 13, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years by Howard J. Ruff

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years

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Howard J. Ruff is an author, financial advisor and founder of The Ruff Times Financial Newsletter. Howard started publication of The Ruff Times in 1975. It is a pioneering financial advisory newsletter.

Beyond Reason by Margaret Trudeau

Beyond Reason

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This book is well-written with candid, honest and detailed experiences's of Author's life as a flower child and hippie.

Ss-Gb by Len Deighton

Ss-Gb

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Imagine if WWII turned the other direction. Deighton creates an alternate history novel that depicts a world in which the British Command gave up to the Nazis in World War II. Churchill was killed, and the King had been murdered.

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

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"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON

Ghost Story by Peter Straub

Ghost Story

By:

Not every sin is unpunished in life. GHOST STORY Four aging men from Milburn, New York were convicted of a crime they committed in their youth.

June 13, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 13, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Adventure

Adventure

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action-adventure, maze

Publisher: Atari, Inc

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Basic Programming

Basic Programming

Platform: Atari 2600

Publisher: Atari

Auto Racing

Auto Racing

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Mattel

Warrior

Warrior

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Vectorbeam

history

Who was the US President on June 13, 1979?

On June 13, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 13, 1979?

On June 13, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on June 13, 1979?

On June 13, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about June 13th?

June 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th day of the month of June. 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 June 13th, such as:

  • 2019 - After being attacked in the gulf of oman by two oil tankers from norway and one from japan, both were damaged and abandoned. all crew members on both vessels were rescued.
  • 2018 - Yemeni civil war (2015): battle of hudaida (2018) - saudi-led coalition forces launch an operation to seize control of al hudaydah port, yemen. the houthis have held it since 2015.
  • 2017 - 2017 bangladesh landslide - at least 134 people have been killed and many more are missing due to landslides that were caused by heavy monsoonal rains in bangladesh.

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What happened in 1979?

1979 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
  • Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
  • 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy

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What was the calendar for June 1979?

June 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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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