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October 15, 1974 was the 288th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is October 15, 1974 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 15, 1974, who was born and died on October 15, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 15, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Nothing From Nothing by Billy Preston), movies (e.g. Phantom of the Paradise, directed by Brian De Palma), TV series (e.g. Der Leutnant Vom Schwanenkietz) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 15th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 15, 1974?
- October 15, 1974: What happened on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 15, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 15, 1974?
- October 15, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 15, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- October 15, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 15, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 15, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on October 15, 1974?
What day of the week was October 15, 1974?
October 15, 1974 was a Tuesday and it was the 288th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 15, 1974 can also be written as 10/15/1974 in the US and as 15/10/1974 in UK and Europe.
October 15, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 15, 1974:
- Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to paul j flory
- Washington capitals 1st nhl tie, playing la kings to 1-1 tie
- National guard mobilizes to restore order in boston school bussing.
October 15, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 15, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 15th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 15, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 15, 1974 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 1974 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 October 15, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 07:15 am and setting at 06:45 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 01, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Oct 31, 1974.
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Who was born on October 15, 1974?
Famous people born on October 15, 1974:
- Bianca Rinaldi
Bianca rinaldi is a brazilian actress known for her roles in popular telenovelas such as 'prova de amor' and 'vidas opostas'.
- Roxanne Gay
Roxane Gay is a renowned author known for her works on feminism and social issues.
- Ömer Çatkıç
Turkish footballer.
- Natalie Maines
Musician.
- Alex Beaupain
French composer of music and singer-songwriter for films.
- Petra Schweers
- Sergej Rublëvskij
- Oleg Shatskikh
- Thomas Thomasberg
- James Quinn
- Rahed Yaquoub
- Cayetana Álvarez de Toledo
- Wakako Tsuchida
- Yari Gugliucci
- Jimmy Lin
- David Rees
Whose famous birthday is on October 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 15th:
![Tito Jackson]()
Tito JacksonTito jackson is a guitarist best known as a member of the famous jackson 5 band.
![Kiko Mizuhara]()
Kiko MizuharaKiko mizuhara is a japanese model known for her work in the fashion industry and her appearances in various magazines and fashion shows.
![Penny Marshall]()
Penny MarshallPenny marshall was an american actress, director, and producer, best known for her role as laverne defazio on the television sitcom laverne...
![Keyshia Cole]()
Keyshia ColeKeyshia cole is an american r&b singer known for her soulful voice and emotional lyrics.
![Lee Iacocca]()
Lee IacoccaAmerican self-made man who rose to the top of the ford motor co.
![Mira Nair]()
Mira NairIndian-american actress and producer.
![Jean Peters]()
Jean PetersAmerican actress.
![Jaci Velasquez]()
Jaci VelasquezRock singer.
![Dominic West]()
Dominic WestDominic west is a british actor known for his roles in the wire and the affair.
![John Kenneth Galbraith]()
John Kenneth GalbraithEconomist (affluent society-58 hillman award).
October 15, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 6 months old,
or 594 months and 4 days old,
or 2583 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18084 days old,
if you were born on October 15, 1974.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 October 15, 1974?
There are 179 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 15, 1974.
October 15, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 15, 1974:
- Jan Everse
- Felice Maritano
- Lúcio Soares
What famous deaths happened on October 15th?
Famous deaths on October 15th:
![Pat O'Brien]()
Pat O'BrienAmerican actor.
![Betty Driver]()
Betty DriverEnglish actress, singer, and author (b. 1920).
![Edie Adams]()
Edie AdamsAmerican actress and singer (born 1927).
![Henny Porten]()
Henny PortenGerman actress and one of the first silent film stars in germany.
- Trestan Hart
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
- Dmonte Coleman
Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.
- Govind Desai
Renowned Indian novelist and Sahitya Akademi Award winner.
- Jaree Al-Sabah
Jaree Al-Sabah was a prominent Kuwaiti politician who served as the Prime Minister of Kuwait from 1978 to 1991.
- Silvie Townsend
Renowned British author known for her captivating novels.
- Thaddeaus Koscuiszko
Famous for his role in the American Revolutionary War and Polish independence efforts.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 15th
October 15, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 15, 1974:
- United States - White Cane Safety Day, National Grouch Day, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
- R.C. Saints - Saint Teresa of Avila
- Roman festivals - the Equirria or October equus: sacrifice of a horse to Mars
- French Republican Calendar - Amaryllis (Amaryllis) Day, twenty-fourth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
Observances on October 15, 1974:
- International Day of Rural Women
October 15, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 15, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 14th and October 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 15, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 1974 was Nothing From Nothing by Billy Preston, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Billy Preston - Nothing From Nothing
- Dionne Warwicke - Then Came You
- Stevie Wonder - You Haven't Done Nothin'
- Olivia Newton-John - I Honestly Love You
- Carole King - Jazzman
October 15, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 15, 1974 was Everything I Own by Ken Boothe, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ken Boothe - Everything I Own
- Sweet Sensation - Sad Sweet Dreamer
- John Denver - Annie's Song
- Slade - Far Far Away
- Peter Shelley - Gee Baby
October 15, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 1974 was Do It ('til You're Satisfied) by B.T. Express, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 15, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- B.T. Express - Do It ('til You're Satisfied)
- Kool & The Gang - Higher Plane
- James Brown - Papa Don't Take No Mess (Part I)
- Latimore - Let's Straighten It Out
- Stevie Wonder - You Haven't Done Nothin'
October 15, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 15, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Phantom of the Paradise
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: Paul Williams, William Finley, Jessica Harper, Gerrit Graham
Country: United States of America
The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Werner Herzog
Starring: Bruno S., Walter Ladengast, Brigitte Mira, Willy Semmelrogge
Country: Germany
The Working Girls
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Stephanie Rothman
Starring: Sarah Kennedy, Laurie Rose, Mark Thomas, Lynne Guthrie
Appassionata
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone
Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno
Country: Italy
Seytan
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Metin Erksan
Starring: Canan Perver, Cihan Ünal, Meral Taygun, Agah Hün
October 15, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 15, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz
Release year: 1974
Kolchak: The Night Stalker
Release year: 1974
Written by: Jeffrey Grant Rice
Starring: Darren McGavin, Simon Oakland, Jack Grinnage, Ruth McDevitt
Country: United States of America
Land of the Lost
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Brad Silberling
The Complete Victor Borge
Release year: 1974
October 15, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 15, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Memory Book
By: Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas
You can unleash the hidden power in your mind with Harry Lorayne's and Jerry Lucas’s simple, failsafe memory system. This will allow you to become more productive, imaginative, and powerful at work.
The Woman He Loved
By: Ralph G. Martin
Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972
All Things Bright And Beautiful
By: James Herriot
When we published James Herriot’s All Creatures Great and Small two years ago, we called it "miracle between the covers". Alfred Ames wrote:
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold and The Night Manager. Now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
Watership Down
By: Richard Adams
Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.
October 15, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 15, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Qwak!
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Who was the US President on October 15, 1974?
On October 15, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1974?
On October 15, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 15, 1974?
On October 15, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 15th?
October 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of October. 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 October 15th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 cologne attack: three people are hurt when a man sets fire to a fast-food outlet in cologne's main station and then takes a woman hostage. later, german counter-terrorism units rescue the woman.
- 2017 - 2017 iraqi-kurdish conflict: battle of kirkuk (2017): iraqi troops advance on kurdish-held territory surrounding the city of kirkuk. in the vicinity of cities, there have been reports of clashes.
- 2016 - At least 55 people were killed in the iraqi civil war (2014-2017), 2016 oct baghdad attacks: an attack on a shi'ite mosque, a check-point at the police station and the family of an anti islamic state sunni paramilitary leader have resulted in the deaths of at least 55 iraqis. (reuters)isil claims responsibility for the takeback of iraqi forces' launching of mosul, its stronghold.
What happened in 1974?
1974 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
- Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
- 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy
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What was the calendar for October 1974?
October 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
