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February 14, 1978 was the 45th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is February 14, 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 February 14, 1978, who was born and died on February 14, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 14, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Ecce bombo, directed by Nanni Moretti), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 14th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 14, 1978?
- February 14, 1978: What happened on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 14, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 14, 1978?
- February 14, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 14, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- February 14, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 14, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 14, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on February 14, 1978?
What day of the week was February 14, 1978?
February 14, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 45th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 14, 1978 can also be written as 2/14/1978 in the US and as 14/2/1978 in UK and Europe.
February 14, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 14, 1978:
- First "micro on a chip" patented by texas instruments.
February 14, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 14th is Aquarius.
Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 14, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 14, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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February 14, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 14, 1978 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 14, 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 February 14, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 10:51 am and setting at 01:07 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1978.
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Who was born on February 14, 1978?
Famous people born on February 14, 1978:
![Danai Gurira]()
Danai GuriraTv actress.
![Rie Rasmussen]()
Rie RasmussenRie rasmussen is a danish model, actress, and film director known for her work in the fashion industry and her roles in movies such as...
- Hazyl Patel
Hazyl Patel is an Indian-American entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup in Silicon Valley.
- Rimas Karacauskas
Renowned for uncovering corruption and exposing scandals.
- Luddie Nguyen
Luddie Nguyen is a rising star in the field of astronomy, specializing in the study of exoplanets.
- Lucylle Ramirez
Lucylle Ramirez is a respected columnist known for her insightful commentary on social and political issues.
- Onesty Filmmaker
Onesty Filmmaker is an award-winning documentary filmmaker known for her socially conscious and visually stunning films.
- Obi Iyiegbu
Obi Iyiegbu, also known as Obi Cubana, is a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur known for his successful real estate and hospitality...
- Reon Miyamoto
Reon Miyamoto is a Japanese dancer and choreographer known for her innovative and avant-garde dance performances that blend traditional...
- Oleva Petersen
Oleva Petersen is a contemporary Norwegian novelist whose novels have received critical acclaim for their exploration of complex human...
- Birdella Talontip
Birdella Talontip is a renowned ornithologist who has made significant contributions to the understanding of bird anatomy and physiology.
- Charlina Rowe
Charlina Rowe is a British singer-songwriter and musician known for her soulful and emotive performances.
- Rhylin Barrymore
Rhylin Barrymore is a successful entrepreneur who founded a technology startup focused on developing innovative software solutions.
- Ezella Morales
Ezella Morales is a pioneering oceanographer who has studied the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems.
- Tonique Hawkins
Tonique Hawkins is a renowned poet and spoken word artist known for her powerful and introspective works.
- Axiel Tanaka
Axiel Tanaka is a prominent politician known for her work in environmental policy.
- Paullette Alvarez
Paullette Alvarez is a Mexican businesswoman and entrepreneur who founded a successful e-commerce platform for small businesses.
- Koki Yoshida
Koki Yoshida is a Japanese novelist whose works often explore themes of identity and cultural duality.
- Kolsyn Müller
Kolsyn Müller is a German geneticist who has made significant contributions to the understanding of genetic disorders and personalized...
- Lehlani Malakai
Lehlani Malakai is a contemporary Hawaiian artist known for her vibrant, abstract paintings inspired by the natural beauty of Hawaii.
Whose famous birthday is on February 14th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 14th:
![Gregory Hines]()
Gregory HinesGregory Hines was a talented American dancer and actor, known for his contributions to tap dancing.
![Simon Pegg]()
Simon PeggSimon pegg is a british actor, comedian, and writer known for his roles in popular movies such as shaun of the dead, hot fuzz, and the...
![Freddie Highmore]()
Freddie HighmoreFreddie highmore is a british actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as finding neverland, charlie and the chocolate factory,...
![Rob Thomas]()
Rob ThomasAmerican musician (matchbox twenty).
![Meg Tilly]()
Meg TillyMeg Tilly is a Canadian actress and novelist known for her roles in films like 'The Big Chill' and 'Agnes of God.
![Florence Henderson]()
Florence HendersonAmerican actress and singer on stage, tv and film.
![Tina Aumont]()
Tina AumontFrench actress, born in america to jean-pierre aumont and maria montez.
![Lois Maxwell]()
Lois MaxwellCanadian-australian model and actress (d. 2007).
![Hugh Downs]()
Hugh DownsAmerican television personality.
![Thelma Ritter]()
Thelma RitterAmerican actress and singer (d. 1969).
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February 14, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 2 months old,
or 554 months and 5 days old,
or 2409 weeks and 3 days old,
or 16866 days old,
if you were born on February 14, 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 February 14, 1978?
There are 301 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 14th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 14, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 14, 1978.
February 14, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 14, 1978:
- Carnelia Petrovna
Carnelia Petrovna was a Soviet politician who served as a member of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.
- Paul Governali
American football player (born in 1921).
- Karl Durspekt
- Giuseppe Pasquale
- Claude Binyon
What famous deaths happened on February 14th?
Famous deaths on February 14th:
![Louis Jourdan]()
Louis JourdanFrench television and film actor.
![Sig Ruman]()
Sig RumanActor (schultz life with luigi), dead at 82.
![Tom Burke]()
Tom BurkeAmerican runner (born 1875).
- Pelham Grenville Wodehouse
Famous English author known for his humorous novels and short stories.
- Hiren Mukherjee
Indian politician and freedom fighter who served as the Speaker of Lok Sabha.
- David Hilbert
Prussian mathematician, author, and professor at gottingen between 1895 and the end of his days.
- Lavontay White
Tragically killed in a shooting at the age of 2..
- Wahneta Trotter
Pioneering African American journalist and editor.
- Lavontay Johnson
Young entrepreneur tragically killed at the age of 2..
- Crews Allen
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar classification.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 14th
February 14, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 14, 1978:
- Denmark - Fastelavn. Children dress up, much like Halloween in the US.
- Arizona - Admission Day (1912).
- Mexico - Day of National Mourning (1831).
- Oregon - Admission Day (1859).
- Western World - Valentine's Day.
- Iraq - 'Communist Martyrs Day' celebrated by Iraqi Communist Party.
- Europe/Catholicism - Feast day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, patron saints of Europe.
Saints celebrated on February 14, 1978:
- Saint Abraham (d. 422)
- Saint Valentine (d. 422).
February 14, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 14, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 13th and February 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 14, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 14, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.
February 14, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 14, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Andy Gibb - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
- Billy Joel - Just The Way You Are
- Queen - We Are The Champions
- Dan Hill - Sometimes When We Touch
February 14, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 14, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.
February 14, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 14, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Take A Chance On Me
- Brotherhood Of Man - Figaro
- Scott Fitzgerald & Yvonne Keely - If I Had Words
- Darts - Come Back My Love
- Althia & Donna - Uptown Top Ranking
February 14, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 14, 1978 was Too Hot Ta Trot by Commodores, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.
February 14, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 14, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Commodores - Too Hot Ta Trot
- Heatwave - Always And Forever
- Stargard - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
- Enchantment - It's You That I Need
- Natalie Cole - Our Love
February 14, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 14, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Bye Bye Monkey
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Marco Ferreri
Starring: Gérard Depardieu, Marcello Mastroianni, James Coco, Geraldine Fitzgerald
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
Coming Home
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Hal Ashby
Starring: Jane Fonda, Jon Voight, Bruce Dern, Penelope Milford
Country: United States of America
Nero veneziano
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Ugo Liberatore
Starring: Renato Cestiè, Rena Niehaus, Yorgo Voyagis, Fabio Gamma
Country: Italy
February 14, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 14, 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:
All Creatures Great and Small
Release year: 1978
Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Newcomers
Release year: 1977
Directed by: James Allen Bradley
The Professionals
Release year: 1977
Written by: Brian Clemens
Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
February 14, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 14, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Immigrants
By: Howard Fast
Howard Fast's first book is a beloved family saga. "A most beautiful book...there hasn’t been a book in years that can do an job on readers’ emotions that this book."
The Amityville Horror
By: Jay Anson
The Lutz family moved into their new Long Island home in suburban Long Island in December 1975. George and Kathleen Lutz were aware that Ronald DeFeo had murdered his brothers and parents one year prior.
Coming Into The Country
By: John McPhee
The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:
The Thorn Birds
By: Colleen McCullough
"Beautiful....Compelling entertainment."--New York Times"A heart-rending epic...truly marvelous."--Chicago TribuneOne of the most beloved novels of all time, The Thorn Birds, Colleen McCullough's sweeping family saga of dreams, titanic struggles, dark passions, and forbidden love in the Australian Outback, returns to enthrall …
All Things Wise And Wonderful
By: James Herriot
James Herriot's stories of his life as a Yorkshire veterinarian were loved by readers.
February 14, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 14, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Superman
Video Pinball
Frogs
Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)
Blasto
Who was the US President on February 14, 1978?
On February 14, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 1978?
On February 14, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 14, 1978?
On February 14, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 14th?
February 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th day of the month of February. 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 February 14th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 pulwama attack: at least 46 indian security personnel were killed in the suicide bomber's attack on his convoy of military vehicles driving along a jammu and kashmir highway.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: russian planes strike ma'arrat hurma village, idlib, syria. seven civilians are killed and 10 more are injured.
- 2017 - Conflicts in syria's idlib governorate: syrian civil war, clashes in idlib governorate (2017): rival fighters from tahrir al-sham and jund al-aqsa clashed in syria's northern idlib governorate. the conflict resulted "dozens" of deaths, according to the syrian observatory for human rights.
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 February 1978?
February 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
