What happened on Monday May 16, 1977?

Here's what happened on May 16, 1977:

• Deadly Helicopter Crash on Pan Am Building in New York City A tragic aviation accident occurred when a New York Airways helicopter crashed on top of the Pan Am Building in Manhattan, resulting in five fatalities. The incident highlighted the potential risks of urban helicopter transportation and led to increased scrutiny of helicopter safety protocols.
• Muhammad Ali Defeats Alfredo Evangelista in Heavyweight Boxing Championship In a thrilling 15-round bout, legendary boxer Muhammad Ali successfully defended his heavyweight boxing title by defeating Alfredo Evangelista. This victory further solidified Ali's status as one of the greatest boxers of all time, showcasing his enduring skill and resilience in the ring.

Events in 1977

May 16, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 16, 1977

Newspapers from May. 16, 1977

May 16, 1977 was a Monday and it was the 136th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 1977 can also be written as 5/16/1977 in the US and as 16/5/1977 in UK and Europe.

May 16, 1977 in May 1977 calendar

Famous people born on May 16, 1977:

• Melanie Lynskey

  Melanie Lynskey is a critically acclaimed New Zealand actress known for her versatile roles in independent films like 'Heavenly Creatures'...

• Lynn Collins

  Lynn Collins is an American actress recognized for her prominent role as Dejah Thoris in the science fiction film 'John Carter', based on...

• Emiliana Torrini

  Emiliana Torrini is an accomplished Icelandic singer-songwriter known for her unique musical style and contributions to the indie and...

• Dolcenera

  Italian singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame in 2003 after winning the newcomers' section of the Sanremo Music Festival and...

• Jean-Sébastien Giguère
• Asami Imai

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on May 16th

Famous people died on May 16, 1977:

• Modibo Keïta

  Influential Malian political leader who served as the first president of Mali from 1960 to 1968.

Famous people who died in 1977

Famous people who died on May 16th

May 16, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1977 was Sir Duke by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
2. Leo Sayer - When I Need You
3. Climax Blues Band - Couldn't Get It Right
4. KC and the Sunshine Band - I'm Your Boogie Man
5. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Part 1)

May 16, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1977 was I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Rod Stewart - I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest
2. Deniece Williams - Free
3. Joe Tex - Ain't Gonna Bump No More
4. Kenny Rogers - Lucille

May 16, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 1977 was Whodunit by Tavares, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Tavares - Whodunit
2. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
3. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1)
4. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Hollywood
5. The Isley Brothers - The Pride (Part I)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th is Taurus.

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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 16, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 16, 1977 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 1977 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 16, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:53 am and setting at 07:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Jun 01, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on May 16, 1977

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Someone born on May 16, 1977 is:

47 years 11 months old,

or 575 months and 28 days old,

or 2504 weeks and 2 days old,

or 17530 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 1977?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 16, 1977.

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