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August 15, 1979 was the 227th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 15, 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 August 15, 1979, who was born and died on August 15, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Good Times by Chic), movies (e.g. Kaala Patthar, directed by Yash Chopra), TV series (e.g. Ride On Stranger) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 15, 1979?
- August 15, 1979: What happened on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 15, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 15, 1979?
- August 15, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 15, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- August 15, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 15, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 15, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on August 15, 1979?
What day of the week was August 15, 1979?
August 15, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 227th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 15, 1979 can also be written as 8/15/1979 in the US and as 15/8/1979 in UK and Europe.
August 15, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 15, 1979:
- Andrew young resigns as united nations ambassador.
August 15, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 15, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 15th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 15, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 15, 1979 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 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 August 15, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 12:14 am and setting at 03:28 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 08, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1979.
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Who was born on August 15, 1979?
Famous people born on August 15, 1979:
- Jakita Thomas
Co-founder of a successful tech startup.
- Sanuel Moore
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Sharmel May
Professional boxer known for her powerful punches and defensive skills.
- Casha Hawley
Bestselling author known for her captivating mystery novels.
- Tyner Brenneman
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Vivyan Tan
Co-founder of PopSockets, a popular phone accessory company.
- Serrena Leshner
Co-founder of the popular dating app Bumble.
- Tanishi Nagarkar
Renowned contemporary artist known for vibrant abstract paintings.
- Marissah Klein
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Desirre Kuo
Co-founder of a successful tech startup.
- Karesha Burcham
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Nayali Chavez-Duenas
Renowned author known for her impactful storytelling.
- Mizraim Esquilin
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Arshawn Rastegar
Successful real estate investor known for his innovative strategies.
- Jaliza Aarons
Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.
- Reginna Yeung
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Lachina Draper
Founder of Lachina Creative, a successful marketing agency.
- Marquin Campbell
Founder of the popular clothing brand FUBU.
- Sharonlee Tse
Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and television.
- Quamel Singleton
Renowned poet known for his powerful verses on social issues.
Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:
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Jennifer LawrenceAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.
![Ben Affleck]()
Ben AffleckAmerican actor.
![Debra Messing]()
Debra MessingDebra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.
![Anthony Anderson]()
Anthony AndersonAnthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.
![Nino Ferrer]()
Nino FerrerPop music songwriter and singer from italy.
![Julia Child]()
Julia ChildAmerican chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.
![Stieg Larsson]()
Stieg LarssonSwedish journalist and writer.
![Mike Connors]()
Mike ConnorsTouch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.
![Zeljko Ivanek]()
Zeljko IvanekLujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).
![Wendy Hiller]()
Wendy HillerEngland, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).
August 15, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 8 months old,
or 536 months and 5 days old,
or 2331 weeks and 3 days old,
or 16320 days old,
if you were born on August 15, 1979.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 August 15, 1979?
There are 118 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 15, 1979.
August 15, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 15, 1979:
- Pierre Ganne
- Paul Bouque
What famous deaths happened on August 15th?
Famous deaths on August 15th:
![Jan Kiepura]()
Jan KiepuraSosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").
![August Schellenberg]()
August SchellenbergCanadian-american actor (d. 2013.
![Paul Lukas]()
Paul LukasActor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.
- Lavante Dubois
Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
- Mckenleigh Avery
Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.
- Lancer Sharma
Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
- Jyron Fitzgerald
Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.
- Elfida Vargas
Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.
- Rahi Masoom Reza
Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.
- Severus Levy
Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.
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August 15, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 15, 1979:
- Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
- Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
- Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
- RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
- Acadie ? National Day
- Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
- India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
- Korea ? Liberation Day
- Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
- Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
August 15, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 15, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 13th and August 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chic - Good Times
- The Knack - My Sharona
- Barbra Streisand - The Main Event & Fight
- Donna Summer - Bad Girls
- Earth, Wind and Fire - After The Love Has Gone
August 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1979 was I Don't Like Mondays by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Boomtown Rats - I Don't Like Mondays
- Cliff Richard - We Don't Talk Anymore
- Abba - Angeleyes / Voulez Vous
- The Police - Can't Stand Losing You
- Ian Dury & The Blockheads - Reasons To Be Cheerful (Part 3)
August 15, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 13th and August 19th.
August 15, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 13th and August 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Chic - Good Times
- Teddy Pendergrass - Turn Off The Lights
- Earth, Wind & Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Donna Summer - Bad Girls
- ConFunkShun - Chase Me
August 15, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 15, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Kaala Patthar
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Yash Chopra
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Shatrughan Sinha, Rakhee Gulzar
Fish Hawk
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Donald Shebib
Starring: Will Sampson, Don Francks, Charles Fields, Mary Pirie
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
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
Life of Brian
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Terry Jones
Starring: Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam
Country: United States of America
August 15, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 15, 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:
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
The Mallens
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Brian Mills
Carga Pesada
Release year: 1979
Thundercloud
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Talon Clemow
August 15, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 15, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Complete Book Of Running
By: James F. Fixx
This article discusses the psychological benefits of running. It also addresses self-esteem and how running can help you cope with tension and pressure.
Sophie's Choice
By: William Styron
Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …
The Matarese Circle
By: Robert Ludlum
The Matarese are an international group of criminals that will in no time take over the world. Two rival spies are able to stop them: Talaniekov and Scofield, CIA.
The Island
By: Peter Benchley
A classic mystery novel that combines suspense, treasure hunting and murder. Benchley's best.
August 15, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 15, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cosmic Guerilla
Starhawk
NASL Soccer
Heiankyo Alien
Star Raiders
Who was the US President on August 15, 1979?
On August 15, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1979?
On August 15, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 15, 1979?
On August 15, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 15th?
August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of August. 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 August 15th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
- 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
- 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.
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 August 1979?
August 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
