What happened on Monday July 17, 1978?

Here's what happened on July 17, 1978:

• Reggie Jackson Suspended by Billy Martin Yankees manager Billy Martin suspended star player Reggie Jackson after Jackson refused to follow a strategic bunting instruction during a game, demonstrating the manager's strict disciplinary approach and the player's independent attitude.
• Yankees Manager and Star Player Clash in Dugout During a tense moment in the baseball season, New York Yankees manager Billy Martin and star player Reggie Jackson engaged in a heated confrontation in the team's dugout, highlighting the significant interpersonal tensions within the team.

Events in 1978

July 17, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 17, 1978

Newspapers from Jul. 17, 1978

July 17, 1978 was a Monday and it was the 198th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 17, 1978 can also be written as 7/17/1978 in the US and as 17/7/1978 in UK and Europe.

July 17, 1978 in July 1978 calendar

Famous people born on July 17, 1978:

• Panda Bear

  American musician and songwriter, better known by his stage name Panda Bear, a key member of the experimental band Animal Collective.

• Mike Knox

  Professional wrestler who competed in various wrestling promotions, known for his muscular physique and intense performances.

• Trevor McNevan

  Canadian musician and lead singer of rock bands Thousand Foot Krutch and FM Static, known for his energetic alternative rock style.

• Emilie Simon

  French electronic music artist renowned for her innovative and ethereal vocal compositions and unique musical style.

• Katharine Town
• Panda Bear (musician)

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on July 17th

Famous people died on July 17, 1978:

• Thayer David

  Versatile actor known for memorable roles in film, television, and theater, including appearances in 'The Eiger Sanction' and 'Rocky'.

• Giuseppe Germani

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on July 17th

July 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 17, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
2. Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
3. The Rolling Stones - Miss You
4. Bob Seger - Still The Same
5. Donna Summer - Last Dance

July 17, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 17, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
2. Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
3. Marshall Hain - Dancin' In The City
4. Clout - Substitute
5. The Motors - Airport

July 17, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 17, 1978 was You And I by Rick James, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. Rick James - You And I
2. Quincy Jones - Stuff Like That
3. A Taste Of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie
4. Commodores - Three Times A Lady
5. Donna Summer - Last Dance

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 17th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 17, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 17, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 17, 1978 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 17, 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 July 17, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 05:52 pm and setting at 04:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on July 17, 1978

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Someone born on July 17, 1978 is:

46 years 9 months old,

or 561 months and 27 days old,

or 2443 weeks and 2 days old,

or 17103 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 17, 1978?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 17, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 17, 1978.

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