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February 16, 1974 was the 47th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is February 16, 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 February 16, 1974, who was born and died on February 16, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Way We Were by Barbra Streisand), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. Kli-Kla-Klawitter) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 16, 1974?
- February 16, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 16, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 16, 1974?
- February 16, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 16, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- February 16, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 16, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- February 16, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 16, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 16, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 16, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 16, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on February 16, 1974?
What day of the week was February 16, 1974?
February 16, 1974 was a Saturday and it was the 47th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 16, 1974 can also be written as 2/16/1974 in the US and as 16/2/1974 in UK and Europe.
February 16, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th 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 16, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 16, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 16, 1974 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 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 February 16, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 04:10 am and setting at 02:27 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 1974.
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Who was born on February 16, 1974?
Famous people born on February 16, 1974:
![Mahershala Ali]()
Mahershala AliAmerican actor.
- José Dominguez
Portuguese international footballer and manager.
- Gonzalo Caravano
Italian singer who is a member the sextet "neri per caso" ("blacks by chance"), an a cappella group.
- Jevon Langford
Defensive end (cincinnati bengals).
- Mahershalalhashbaz Ali
American actor.
- Kathy McCormack
Hockey forward (canada, olympics-silver - 1998).
- Johnny Tri Nguyen
Vietnamese-born american stuntman/martial artist.
- Kimberly Dawn Whipany
Oklahoma, united states -- rocker (pc quest-can you see).
- Fanis Katergiannakis
Greek footballer.
- Luis Figueroa
Puerto rican baseball player.
- Tisir Al-Antaif
- Tomasz Kucharski
- Olgierd Moskalewicz
- Nico Ramírez
- Vasilīs Samaras
- Jean de Azevedo
Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:
![The Weeknd]()
The WeekndThe weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.
![Elizabeth Olsen]()
Elizabeth OlsenElizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.
![John McEnroe]()
John McEnroeGerman-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...
![Margaux Hemingway]()
Margaux HemingwayAmerican actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.
![Christopher Eccleston]()
Christopher EcclestonChristopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.
![Sonny Bono]()
Sonny BonoAmerican entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.
![Géraldine Nakache]()
Géraldine NakacheFrench actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.
![William Katt]()
William KattAmerican actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.
![James Ingram]()
James IngramAmerican singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.
![Sarah Clarke]()
Sarah ClarkeAmerican actress.
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February 16, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 50 years 2 months old,
or 602 months
or 2617 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18322 days old,
if you were born on February 16, 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 February 16, 1974?
There are 306 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 16, 1974.
February 16, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 16, 1974:
- John Garand
Canadian-american engineer, designed the m1 garand rifle (b. 1888).
- Enif Angiolini
- Grace Bolen
- Angelo Tarchi
- Lew Wyld
- Manuel A. Odría (77)
What famous deaths happened on February 16th?
Famous deaths on February 16th:
![Bruno Ganz]()
Bruno GanzSwiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.
![Lila Kedrova]()
Lila KedrovaRussian-born actress (born 1918).
![Marceline Day]()
Marceline DayAmerican actress who appeared in silent films.
![Vera Kholodnaya]()
Vera KholodnayaRussian film star (born 1893).
![Elyse Knox]()
Elyse KnoxHartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").
![Len Lesser]()
Len LesserAmerican actor (born in 1922).
![Smiley Burnette]()
Smiley BurnetteSummum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).
- Yun Dong-ju
Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.
- Markes Shaw
Famous playwright and novelist.
- Chien-Shiung Wu
Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th
February 16, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 16, 1974:
- Remembrance of Lambertus
- Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
- Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)
Saints celebrated on February 16, 1974:
- Saint Juliana
- Saint Lucilla
- Saint Jeremias
- Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
February 16, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 16, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 11th and February 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 16, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1974 was The Way We Were by Barbra Streisand, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.
February 16, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 11th and February 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Barbra Streisand - The Way We Were
- Love Unlimited Orchestra - Love's Theme
- Ringo Starr - You're Sixteen
- Aretha Franklin - Until You Come Back To Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)
- Jim Stafford - Spiders & Snakes
February 16, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1974 was Tiger Feet by Mud, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.
February 16, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 11th and February 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mud - Tiger Feet
- The Sweet - Teenage Rampage
- Suzi Quatro - Devil Gate Drive
- Andy Williams - Solitaire
- Lulu - The Man Who Sold The World
February 16, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1974 was Boogie Down by Eddie Kendricks, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.
February 16, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 16, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 11th and February 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Eddie Kendricks - Boogie Down
- Kool & The Gang - Jungle Boogie
- The O'Jays - Put Your Hands Together
- Lamont Dozier - Trying To Hold On To My Woman
- The Moments - Sexy Mama
February 16, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 16, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
The House of Seven Corpses
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Paul Harrison
Starring: John Ireland, Faith Domergue, John Carradine, Carole Wells
The Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
From Beyond the Grave
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Kevin Connor
Starring: Peter Cushing, Ian Bannen, Ian Carmichael, Diana Dors
Zardoz
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Boorman
February 16, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 16, 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:
Kli-Kla-Klawitter
Release year: 1974
Don Blech und der goldene Junker
Release year: 1973
Seven Little Australians
Release year: 1973
Within These Walls
Release year: 1973
Directed by: James Tucker
The Manhunter
Release year: 1974
Country: United States of America
February 16, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 16, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Come Nineveh, Come Tyre
By: Allen Drury
The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.
Burr
By: Gore Vidal
Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.
February 16, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 16, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Who was the US President on February 16, 1974?
On February 16, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1974?
On February 16, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 16, 1974?
On February 16, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 16th?
February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
- 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
- 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),
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 February 1974?
February 1974 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.
