Wednesday November 15, 1978: on this day

November 15, 1978 was the 319th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is November 15, 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 November 15, 1978, who was born and died on November 15, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on November 15, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. MacArthur Park by Donna Summer), movies (e.g. Same Time, Next Year, directed by Robert Mulligan), TV series (e.g. Matador) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about November 15th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was November 15, 1978?


November 15, 1978 was a Wednesday and it was the 319th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 15, 1978 can also be written as 11/15/1978 in the US and as 15/11/1978 in UK and Europe.

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November 15, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 15, 1978:

  • Pirates outfielder dave parker wins nl mvp
  • A chartered douglas dc-8 crashes near colombo, sri lanka, killing 183.

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November 15, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 15th is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 15, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 15, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Horse personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on November 15th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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November 15, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on November 15, 1978 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 15, 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 November 15, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:39 pm and setting at 08:10 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1978.

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Who was born on November 15, 1978?


Famous people born on November 15, 1978:

  • Shyrl Harding

    Shyrl Harding is an award-winning investigative journalist known for her groundbreaking exposés on corporate corruption and government...

  • Osinachi Okeke

    Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist specializing in political exposés.

  • Billijo Williams

    Billijo Williams was a professional tennis player who competed on the WTA tour.

  • Cortavius Jones

    Versatile actor known for his captivating performances on stage and screen.

  • Mayvis Ortiz

    Mayvis Ortiz is a renowned Spanish dancer and choreographer known for her innovative and captivating performances.

  • Beautifull Chemist

    Beautifull Chemist is a leading expert in the field of organic chemistry and has developed several new synthetic methods.

  • Zelta Flores

    Zelta Flores is a renowned Mexican dancer and choreographer known for her innovative and captivating performances.

  • Cinch Castillo

    Cinch Castillo is a talented Latin American musician and singer-songwriter.

  • Trixy Goldstein

    Trixy Goldstein is a successful venture capitalist who has invested in numerous startups, helping them to grow and thrive.

  • Naelani Kahanamoku

    Naelani Kahanamoku is a highly respected marine biologist who has dedicated her career to the conservation of coral reef ecosystems.

  • Izic Diaz

    Izic Diaz is a broadcast journalist who has hosted news programs and covered major events for a national television network.

  • Gennell Owens

    Gennell Owens is a renowned contemporary dancer and choreographer known for her innovative and visually stunning performances.

  • Bryauna Nguyen

    Respected chemist known for her work in sustainable materials.

  • Chibuike Okechukwu

    Award-winning broadcast journalist with a focus on human interest stories.

  • Shrika Rao

    Shrika Rao is an acclaimed Indian classical dancer who has performed extensively both in India and internationally.

  • Elford Manning

    Investigative journalist known for uncovering corporate fraud and environmental scandals.

  • Derrika Thompson

    Derrika Thompson is a renowned business consultant and the founder of a successful consulting firm.

  • Marquize Carter

    Celebrated for his thought-provoking plays that challenge societal norms.

  • Hamzeh Khan

    Innovative playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

  • Jessicamarie Rowe

    Jessicamarie Rowe is a British journalist and television presenter.

Whose famous birthday is on November 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on November 15th:

  • Petula Clark
    Petula Clark

    Petula Clark is a British singer, actress, and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1960s with hits like 'Downtown' and 'I Know a Place'.

  • Shailene Woodley
    Shailene Woodley

    Shailene woodley is an american actress known for her roles in the divergent series and the fault in our stars.

  • Virginie Ledoyen
    Virginie Ledoyen

    She is a french actress of spanish heritage.

  • Gaby Espino
    Gaby Espino

    Gaby espino is a venezuelan actress and model known for her roles in telenovelas and her work in the entertainment industry.

  • Edward Asner
    Edward Asner

    Edward asner is an american actor known for his role as lou grant in the mary tyler moore show and its spin-off series.

  • Sam Waterston
    Sam Waterston

    American actor on stage, tv, and film.

  • François Ozon
    François Ozon

    French screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Gloria Foster
    Gloria Foster

    American actress (d. 2001).

  • Bob Gunton
    Bob Gunton

    American actor.

  • Roger Donaldson
    Roger Donaldson

    Screenwriter and producer of australian-new zealand directors.

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November 15, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 5 months old,

or 545 months and 3 days old,

or 2370 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16591 days old,

if you were born on November 15, 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 November 15, 1978?

There are 211 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday November 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 15, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on November 15, 1978.

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November 15, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on November 15, 1978:

  • Margaret Mead

    An American cultural anthropologist who was a frequently featured writer and speaker in the mass media throughout the 20th century.

  • Journe Leclercq

    Journe Leclercq was a renowned French sculptor who specialized in public monuments and statues.

  • Maurion Sinclair

    Maurion Sinclair was a Canadian novelist who wrote extensively about the experiences of immigrants in North America.

  • Willard Rockwell

    Founder of Rockwell International.

  • Olga Giannini

What famous deaths happened on November 15th?

Famous deaths on November 15th:

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Enid Markey
    Enid Markey

    Actress (foolish mothers civilization), dies in 85.

  • John Le Mesurier
    John Le Mesurier

    An english actor best known for his role as sergeant arthur wilson, a comedy character on bbc's dad's army (1968aeur'77).

  • Saeed Jaffrey
    Saeed Jaffrey

    Actor in indian-english (d. 2015).

  • Mona Washbourne
    Mona Washbourne

    Actress (blue bird and games), dies aged 84.

  • Lillieanna Chang

    Pioneering researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Delawrence White

    Key figure in the civil rights movement advocating for equality and justice.

  • Stokely Carmichael

    Prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement and author of influential works on race and activism.

  • Prosperity Smith

    Renowned economist who contributed to theories on economic growth and development.

  • Gid Melson

    Renowned boxer who held multiple championship titles in his career.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on November 15th

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November 15, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on November 15, 1978:

  • Austria - Saint Leopold's day -- no school in Vienna, Lower Austria and Upper Austria
  • USA - America Recycles Day
  • Roman festivals - Festival in honor of Feronia (others say 13 November)
  • Brazil - Republic Proclamation Day (1889)
  • R.C. Saints - Albert the Great
  • Palestine - Independence Day (declared 1988)
  • Eastern Orthodoxy - Feast of Saint Philip the Apostle and the beginning of Winter Lent; also see November 15 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Norway - The official skolebrád-day on Sunnland skole
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November 15, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on November 15, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week November 13th and November 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


November 15, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 15, 1978 was MacArthur Park by Donna Summer, according to the music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

November 15, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on November 15, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - MacArthur Park
  2. - Double Vision
  3. - How Much I Feel
  4. - You Needed Me
  5. - You Don't Bring Me Flowers

November 15, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 15, 1978 was Rat Trap by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

November 15, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on November 15, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rat Trap
  2. - Summer Nights
  3. - Hopelessly Devoted To You
  4. - Sandy
  5. - My Best Friend's Girl

November 15, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 15, 1978 was I'm Every Woman by Chaka Khan, according to the R&B music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

November 15, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on November 15, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'm Every Woman
  2. - It Seems To Hang On
  3. - Your Sweetness Is My Weakness
  4. - One Nation Under A Groove
  5. - Mary Jane

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November 15, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on November 15, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Same Time, Next Year

Same Time, Next Year

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Robert Mulligan

Starring: Alan Alda, Ellen Burstyn, Ivan Bonar, Bernie Kuby

Country: United States of America

Ecce bombo

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

Spiritual Kung Fu

Spiritual Kung Fu

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Wei Lo

Starring: Jackie Chan, Chih-Ping Chiang, Hsiu-yi Fang, Hong Hsu

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

The Lord of the Rings

The Lord of the Rings

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Ralph Bakshi

Starring: Christopher Guard, William Squire, Michael Scholes, John Hurt

Country: United States of America

November 15, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on November 15, 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:

Matador

Matador

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Erik Balling

Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz

Country: Denmark

Treasure Island

Treasure Island

Release year: 1978

Starring: Joe Thomas, Bobby Thong

Country: Japan

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Howard Goldberg

Taxi

Taxi

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Daniel Ray

November 15, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on November 15, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Scruples by Judith Krantz

Scruples

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Scruples is the first novel to make publishing history. It's widely regarded as the best novel ever about the extravagant lifestyle of the Beverly Hills boutique owner and its employees.

Faeries by Brian Froud and Alan Lee

Faeries

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Brian Froud's Faeries, published a quarter century ago, is still a classic fantasy book. It has more than a million copies worldwide.

A Time For Truth by William E. Simon

A Time For Truth

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An eminent conservative examines the economic and policy policies that threaten liberty and points the way towards an American Renaissance.

In Search Of History by Theodore H. White

In Search Of History

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Wifey by Judy Blume

Wifey

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With over four million copies sold, Wifey by Judy Blume is a hilarious and moving story about a woman who gives up her traditional wifely duties to pursue her wildest fantasies. She also learns a lot.

November 15, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on November 15, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Frogs

Frogs

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Action / Platform

Publisher: Sega-Gremlin

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

Air-Sea War - Battle (Europe) Armored Encounter! / Subchase! (US)

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

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Atari Football

Atari Football

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports (American football)

Publisher: Atari

Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio

Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Strategy

Blasto

Blasto

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Gremlin

history

Who was the US President on November 15, 1978?

On November 15, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on November 15, 1978?

On November 15, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on November 15, 1978?

On November 15, 1978 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about November 15th?

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

  • 2018 - Conflict in kivu: seven monusco peacekeepers died in clashes yesterday with militia in beni (north kivu, democratic republic of the congo).
  • 2017 - Works of leonardo da vinci: salvator mundi is sold by christie's new york city for us$450.3 million, setting a new record in the sale of original art.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: four to 20 people have been killed in airstrikes by the government and russia that struck rebel-held areas, five hospitals and an aleppo mobile clinic, according to elizabeth trudeau, spokeswoman for the u.s. state department. russia and syria deny that aleppo was targeted.

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history

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 November 1978?

November 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with November being the 11th 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.

Discover how November 1978 calendar looked like.

Wednesday November 15, 1978