Tuesday May 15, 1973: on this day

May 15, 1973 was the 135th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 15, 1973 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 15, 1973, who was born and died on May 15, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. You Are The Sunshine Of My Life by Stevie Wonder), movies (e.g. Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid, directed by Sam Peckinpah), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 1973?


May 15, 1973 was a Tuesday and it was the 135th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1973 can also be written as 5/15/1973 in the US and as 15/5/1973 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 15, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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May 15, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 1973 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 1973 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 May 15, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 07:01 pm and setting at 04:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.

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Who was born on May 15, 1973?


Famous people born on May 15, 1973:

  • Abdulkadir Erkahraman

    Turkish entrepreneur known for his business ventures in various industries.

  • Jiayi Liu

    Contemporary Chinese author known for his insightful novels.

  • Mete Tunçeri

    Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies and dark matter.

  • Pascal Gentil

    Pascal gentil is a french taekwondo athlete known for winning multiple medals in international competitions.

  • Audra Dial

    Audra Dial is a journalist specializing in investigative reporting.

  • Ange Lorenzo

    Contemporary painter recognized for his vibrant and expressive works.

  • Manley Bennett

    Professional boxer who competed in the welterweight division.

  • Callan Davies

    British poet acclaimed for his lyrical works.

  • Emilia Tsoulfa

    Greek sailing champion.

  • Indira Varma

    Actress.

  • Vic"Tori"a Davey Spelling

    Los angeles, california -- actress (donna beverly hills 90210).

  • Victoria Davey Spelling in Los Angeles

    California, usa; actress (donna-beverly hills 90210).

  • Suzannah Bianco in San Jose

    California, usa; synchronized swimmer (alternate-olympics-1996).

  • Brian Said
  • Massimo Bellano
  • Mattia Boschetti
  • John McCusker
  • Laura Codruța Kövesi
  • Michele Dalai

Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    Madhuri Dixit

    Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

  • L. Frank Baum
    L. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    Ayub Khan

    Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

  • Jamie-Lynn Sigler
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler

    Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

  • Madeleine Albright
    Madeleine Albright

    Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

    German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 10 months old,

or 610 months and 4 days old,

or 2653 weeks

or 18571 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 1973.

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 May 15, 1973?

There are 57 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 15, 1973.

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May 15, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 1973:

  • Efrem

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Willem H Rassers

    Dutch cult anthropologist, pandji-novel, dies at 95.

  • Raffaele Baratta
  • Leo Leone
  • Laurance Safford

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    Fred Willard

    Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

  • Gilbert Roland
    Gilbert Roland

    Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

    British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

    Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

  • Tomio Hara

    Legendary Japanese baseball pitcher.

  • Ahmeer Al-Farsi

    Renowned diplomat who played a key role in peace negotiations in the Middle East.

  • Kazimir Malevich

    Renowned Russian avant-garde artist known for founding the Suprematist movement.

  • Evella Dickinson

    Evella Dickinson was an American poet known for her innovative use of form and her exploration of themes such as death, nature, and the...

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May 15, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 1973:

  • Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
  • Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
  • Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
  • International day of climate changes.
  • International conscientious objectors' day.
  • Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
  • United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • International day of families.
  • Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
  • Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 1973:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 14th and May 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1973 was You Are The Sunshine Of My Life by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
  2. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
  3. - Little Willy
  4. - Frankenstein
  5. - Daniel

May 15, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1973 was See My Baby Jive by Wizzard, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 15, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - See My Baby Jive
  2. - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
  3. - Hell Raiser
  4. - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
  5. - And I Love You So

May 15, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1973 was Leaving Me by The Independents, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Leaving Me
  2. - Pillow Talk
  3. - I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little Bit More Baby
  4. - I Can Understand It
  5. - Funky Worm

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May 15, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Sam Peckinpah

Starring: James Coburn, Kris Kristofferson, Richard Jaeckel, Katy Jurado

Country: United States of America

The Big Feast

The Big Feast

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Marco Ferreri

Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Michel Piccoli, Philippe Noiret, Ugo Tognazzi

Country: United States of America

Emperor of the North

Emperor of the North

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine, Keith Carradine, Charles Tyner

Girls Are for Loving

Girls Are for Loving

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Don Schain

Starring: Cheri Caffaro, Timothy Brown, Sheila Leighton, Scott Ellsworth

Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Corrado Farina

Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti

Country: Italy

May 15, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Cheri

Cheri

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!

Release year: 1973

May 15, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Evening In Byzantium by Irwin Shaw

Evening In Byzantium

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One of Irwin Shaw’s most memorable heroes fights to resurrect a declining career against a tough cast, whiskey and old memories Jesse Crain was created for Cannes.

The Sunlight Dialogues by John Gardner

The Sunlight Dialogues

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John Gardner's expansive portrait of the clash of philosophical perspectives in 1960s America. It centers on the appearance of a mysterious stranger, in a small Upstate New York.

Once Is Not Enough by Jacqueline Susann

Once Is Not Enough

By:

Entertainment was once a world that didn't sleep. Models, magazine editors, and pop stars all visited "vitamin doctors", to get shots that would enable them to stay awake all night, then work the next day in offices with Calderesque mobiles …

The Best And The Brightest by David Halberstam

The Best And The Brightest

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"A rich, entertaining and profound reading experience." The New York Times "The most complete saga about how America got involved in Vietnam."

Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

By:

The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …

May 15, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on May 15, 1973?

On May 15, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 1973?

On May 15, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 1973?

On May 15, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of May. 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 May 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

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What happened in 1973?

1973 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
  • Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
  • Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances

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What was the calendar for May 1973?

May 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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