Thursday February 15, 1979: on this day

February 15, 1979 was the 46th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 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 February 15, 1979, who was born and died on February 15, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 15, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart), movies (e.g. Ernesto, directed by Salvatore Samperi), TV series (e.g. You Can'T Do That On Television) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 15th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 15, 1979?


February 15, 1979 was a Thursday and it was the 46th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 15, 1979 can also be written as 2/15/1979 in the US and as 15/2/1979 in UK and Europe.

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February 15, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 15, 1979:

  • Paul shirley (21) of australia, sucked a lifesaver for 4 hours 40 minutes
  • Temple city kazoo orchestra appears on mike douglas show
  • 21st grammy awards: "just the way you are", taste of honey win.
  • Don dunstan resigns as premier of south australia, ending a decade of sweeping social liberalisation.
  • A suspected gas explosion in a warsaw bank kills 49.

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February 15, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 15th 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 15, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 15, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 15th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 15, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 15, 1979 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 15, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 09:02 pm and setting at 09:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1979.

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Who was born on February 15, 1979?


Famous people born on February 15, 1979:

  • Sephira Zaharova

    Acclaimed ballerina who captivated audiences with her grace and skill.

  • Mizraim Cárdenas

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels exploring themes of identity and culture.

  • Elisabella Griffiths

    Notable astronomer specializing in exoplanet research.

  • Jilliam Cantor

    Renowned poet celebrated for her evocative verses.

  • Enisa Pecar

    Award-winning war correspondent who has covered conflicts around the world.

  • Edker Berríos

    Esteemed politician who made significant contributions to his country.

  • Osric Martinez

    Contemporary artist known for his vibrant abstract paintings.

  • Eldrige Recosana

    Filipino journalist and news anchor.

  • Brannen Hough

    Renowned for his lyrical poetry collections.

  • Raynell Cooper

    Raynell Cooper is a talented musician who has made significant contributions to the music industry.

  • Fallyn Stephenson

    Fallyn Stephenson is a successful author who has written several best-selling novels.

  • Kaj-Erik Eriksen

    Kaj-erik eriksen is a canadian actor known for his role in the movie quarantine.

  • Coburn Palmer

    Coburn Palmer is a respected journalist who has covered major international events for leading news outlets.

  • James Marshall

    American author and illustrator (b. 1942).

  • Josh Low

    English footballer.

  • Chantal Janzen

    Dutch singer and actress.

  • Alenka Kejzar

    Slovenian swimmer.

  • Gordon Shedden

    Scottish race car driver.

  • Scott Severin

    Scottish footballer.

Whose famous birthday is on February 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 15th:

  • Jane Seymour
    Jane Seymour

    English-american actress, producer, and jewelry designer.

  • Chris Farley
    Chris Farley

    American comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.

  • Claire Bloom
    Claire Bloom

    Claire bloom is an english actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, including roles in classics such as the king's speech...

  • Meera Jasmine
    Meera Jasmine

    Meera jasmine is an indian actress known for her work in malayalam, tamil, and telugu films.

  • Milo Djukanovic
    Milo Djukanovic

    Milo djukanovic is a montenegrin politician who has served as the president and prime minister of montenegro.

  • Rachida Brakni
    Rachida Brakni

    French actress of algerian descent.

  • Marisa Berenson
    Marisa Berenson

    American fashion model with a mysterious, but somewhat empty beauty.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Sarah Wynter
    Sarah Wynter

    Australian actress.

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February 15, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 2 months old,

or 542 months and 8 days old,

or 2357 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16504 days old,

if you were born on February 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 February 15, 1979?

There are 298 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 15th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 15, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 15, 1979.

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February 15, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 15, 1979:

  • Alex Bradford

    Actor/composer (your arms too short .

  • Mehdi Rahimi

    Execution of iran general/military, governor of teheran.

  • Louise Lagrange
  • Zdenka Ticharich
  • George Dunning
  • Reza Naji
  • Nematollah Nassiri
  • Zbigniew Seifert
  • Roy D'Amy
  • Vicente Ascone

What famous deaths happened on February 15th?

Famous deaths on February 15th:

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Wally Cox
    Wally Cox

    American comedian and actor.

  • Ethel Merman
    Ethel Merman

    American actress and singer, known as first lady of musical comedy.

  • George Gaynes
    George Gaynes

    Helsinki, finland -- actor (henry punky brewster).

  • Tommy Rettig
    Tommy Rettig

    Actor (lassie), / computer programmer (clipper), died at 54.

  • Christopher Malcolm
    Christopher Malcolm

    Scottish-canadian actor, director, and producer (b. 1946).

  • Richard Feynman

    Richard Feynman was an American physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics.

  • Journe Feynman

    Journe Feynman was an American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Castin Feynman

    Castin Feynman was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of quantum mechanics and quantum...

  • Shadie Habash

    Award-winning director known for their impactful documentaries.

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February 15, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 15, 1979:

  • John Frum Day in Vanuatu [1]
  • Gummy Bear Day in United States
  • National Day in Serbia
  • Lupercalia
  • Candlemas in Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries
  • Blessed Claude de la ColombiFre
  • Flag Day in Canada

Saints celebrated on February 15, 1979:

  • Saint Siegfried of Sweden
  • Saints Faustin and Jovita
  • Saint Georgia
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February 15, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 15, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 12th and February 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 15, 1979 was Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?
  2. - Y.M.C.A.
  3. - A Little More Love
  4. - Fire
  5. - I Will Survive

February 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 15, 1979 was Heart Of Glass by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Heart Of Glass
  2. - Chiquitita
  3. - Woman In Love
  4. - Tragedy
  5. - Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick

February 15, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 15, 1979 was Bustin' Loose by Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 15, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bustin' Loose
  2. - Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop)
  3. - I'm So Into You
  4. - It's All The Way Live
  5. - September

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February 15, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 15, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

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

Agatha

Agatha

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Michael Apted

Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Vanessa Redgrave, Timothy Dalton, Helen Morse

Hardcore

Hardcore

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Starring: George C. Scott, Peter Boyle, Season Hubley, Dick Sargent

Country: United States of America

The North Avenue Irregulars

The North Avenue Irregulars

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Bruce Bilson

Starring: Edward Herrmann, Barbara Harris, Susan Clark, Karen Valentine

February 15, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 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:

You Can't Do That on Television

You Can't Do That on Television

Release year: 1979

Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy

Country: Canada

Turnabout

Turnabout

Release year: 1979

Directed by: E.B. Hughes

Danger UXB

Danger UXB

Release year: 1979

Written by:

Starring: Anthony Andrews, Maurice Roëves, George Innes, Gordon Kane

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Release year: 1978

A Woman Called Moses

A Woman Called Moses

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Paul Wendkos

February 15, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 15, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Far Pavilions by M.M. Kaye

The Far Pavilions

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This epic, set in 19th century India, follows an orphan born in India and his journey to England. He later returns to India.

Second Generation by Howard Fast

Second Generation

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She'll Take Risks to Get Freedom"A satisfying novel with depth and breadth. Written in forceful, clear prose. Chicago TribuneDesperate to be independent and scathing of the hypocrisy in the upper

Linda Goodman'S Love Signs by Linda Goodman

Linda Goodman'S Love Signs

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Linda Goodman's Love Signs - A New Approach to the Human Heart (Paperback)

Fools Die by Mario Puzo

Fools Die

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The bestseller of The Godfather is now available in English and New York Times. It's a story about the feverish world that can be found in the life of a high-roller gambler.

American Caesar by William Manchester

American Caesar

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Incredible, astonishing... A man with a paradox. Douglas MacArthur is one of five men to ever attain the rank General of the United States Army.

February 15, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 15, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space

Space

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Edu-Ware

Samurai (Europe) Dynasty! (US)

Samurai (Europe) Dynasty! (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Strategy game

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Super Invader

Super Invader

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Space Invaders clone fixed shooter

Publisher: California Pacific Computer Company

Barrier

Barrier

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Vectorbeam

Galaxian

Galaxian

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway

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Who was the US President on February 15, 1979?

On February 15, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 15, 1979?

On February 15, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 15, 1979?

On February 15, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 15th?

February 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 kaduna state massacre - gunmen killed 66 people in nigeria's kaduna state, with 34 of them being women or children. this attack occurred one day before the election, which was delayed by another week.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, more than 10,000 afghan civilians were wounded or killed in 2017 in war in afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Conflict in north-west pakistan: at least seven people are killed in two bombings in pakistan. five people are killed by a suicide bomber at the mohmand agency tribal administrative headquarters, while two others are injured at peshawar's hospital. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility for the initial attack.

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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 February 1979?

February 1979 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.

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