Wednesday March 17, 1976: on this day

March 17, 1976 was the 77th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 17, 1976 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 17, 1976, who was born and died on March 17, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 17, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. December 1963 (Oh, What A Night) by The Four Seasons), movies (e.g. The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox, directed by Melvin Frank), TV series (e.g. Battle Of The Sexes) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 17th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 17, 1976?


March 17, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 77th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 17, 1976 can also be written as 3/17/1976 in the US and as 17/3/1976 in UK and Europe.

March 17, 1976 in March 1976 calendar

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March 17, 1976: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 17, 1976:

March 17, 1976: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 17, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 17th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 17, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 17, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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March 17, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 17, 1976 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 17, 1976 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 March 17, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 91% full, rising at 08:23 pm and setting at 07:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 16, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Apr 14, 1976.

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Who was born on March 17, 1976?


Famous people born on March 17, 1976:

  • Brittany Daniel
    Brittany Daniel

    Brittany daniel is an american actress known for her role as jessica wakefield in the tv series sweet valley high.

  • Cynthia Daniel

    American actress and photographer.

  • Roxanne Hall

    English porn actress.

  • Javier Camarena

    Mexican tenor acclaimed for his performances in leading opera houses worldwide.

  • Cailyn Collins

    Cailyn Collins is an American astronaut who became the first female pilot of a Space Shuttle.

  • Álvaro Recoba

    Uruguayan footballer.

  • Stephen Gately

    Irish singer-songwriter, dancer, and actor (b. 1976).

  • Scott Downs

    American baseball player.

  • Ludovic Martin

    French cyclist who finished 119th in the 2004 tour de france.

  • Cédric Atlan
  • Todd Perry
  • Johan Stigefelt
  • Antoine van der Linden
  • Guðrún Eva Mínervudóttir

Whose famous birthday is on March 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 17th:

  • John Boyega
    John Boyega

    John boyega is a british actor known for his role as finn in the star wars sequel trilogy.

  • Gary Sinise
    Gary Sinise

    Gary sinise is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as forrest gump and apollo 13, as well as for his portrayal of detective...

  • Olesya Rulin
    Olesya Rulin

    American actress known for her role in the High School Musical film series.

  • Kurt Russell
    Kurt Russell

    An emmy nomination was made for american actor russell for his role as elvis, a tv movie.

  • Rob Lowe
    Rob Lowe

    American actor, with blue eyes and dark hair; handsome.

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Patti Hansen
    Patti Hansen

    Patti hansen is an american model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and her marriage to rolling stones guitarist keith...

  • Lesley-Anne Down
    Lesley-Anne Down

    British actress.

  • Clare Grogan
    Clare Grogan

    In early 1980, a scottish actress was seen in "gregory's girl".

  • Justin Hawkins
    Justin Hawkins

    English singer-songwriter (the darkness british whale and hot leg).

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March 17, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 48 years and 2 days old,

or 576 months and 2 days old,

or 2504 weeks and 6 days old,

or 17534 days old,

if you were born on March 17, 1976.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 17, 1976?

There are 363 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 17th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 17, 1976?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 17, 1976.

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March 17, 1976: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 17, 1976:

  • Luchino Visconti

    Italian director and screenwriter (b. 1906).

  • Luchino Visconti di Modrone

    It director (terra diaeresis), is killed at 69.

  • Andrew Tombes

What famous deaths happened on March 17th?

Famous deaths on March 17th:

  • Helen Hayes
    Helen Hayes

    American actress, who started on stage at age five.

  • Mai Zetterling
    Mai Zetterling

    Actress (night is my future) dies from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Michael Gough
    Michael Gough

    Actor malaysian-english (d. 2011).

  • Rosetta LeNoire
    Rosetta LeNoire

    Rosetta LeNoire was a talented actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • Merritt Butrick
    Merritt Butrick

    Merritt Butrick was an actor known for his role in Star Trek II and III.

  • Bob Papenbrook
    Bob Papenbrook

    American voice actor (born 1955).

  • Azalyn Khan

    Groundbreaking researcher in the field of biotechnology.

  • Klayten Brown

    Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of biotechnology.

  • Graylynn Jones

    Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.

  • Phinley Chapman

    Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.

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March 17, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 17, 1976:

  • Ancient Rome - the second day of the Bacchanalia in honor of Bacchus
  • Ancient Rome - the Liberalia in honor of Liber
  • St. Agricola
  • St. Joseph of Arimathea
  • Feast day of St Patrick: a public holiday in Ireland (National feast) and Montserrat, widely celebrated in North America and worldwide (see St. Patrick's Day)
  • Ancient Latvia - Kustonu Diena (return of the larks) observed
  • Boston, Massachusetts - Evacuation Day

Saints celebrated on March 17, 1976:

  • Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March and it is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat. But Irish people across the globe use to celebrate it also in other Countries. Below you can find a list of the past Saint Patrick's Days and see what happened on each of these days.
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March 17, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 17, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 15th and March 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 17, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 17, 1976 was December 1963 (Oh, What A Night) by The Four Seasons, according to the music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)
  2. - All By Myself
  3. - Dream Weaver
  4. - Take It To The Limit
  5. - Lonely Night (Angel Face)

March 17, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 17, 1976 was I Love To Love by Tina Charles, according to the music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Love To Love
  2. - Love Really Hurts Without You
  3. - Save Your Kisses For Me
  4. - Convoy
  5. - December '63

March 17, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 17, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Disco Lady
  2. - He's A Friend
  3. - Keep Holding On
  4. - New Orleans
  5. - Misty Blue

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March 17, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 17, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox

The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Melvin Frank

Starring: George Segal, Goldie Hawn, Conrad Janis, Thayer David

Lipstick

Lipstick

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Lamont Johnson

Starring: Margaux Hemingway, Chris Sarandon, Perry King, Anne Bancroft

Mandinga

Mandinga

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Mario Pinzauti

Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo

Country: Italy

Family Plot

Family Plot

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Karen Black, Bruce Dern, Barbara Harris, William Devane

Country: United States of America

The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Nicolas Roeg

Starring: David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Buck Henry

Country: United States of America

March 17, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 17, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Battle of the Sexes

Battle of the Sexes

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Valerie Faris

Freiwillige Feuerwehr

Freiwillige Feuerwehr

Release year: 1976

When the Boat Comes In

When the Boat Comes In

Release year: 1975

Written by:

Directed by: David Reynolds

Starring: James Bolam, James Garbutt, Jean Heywood, John Nightingale

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Prince and the Pauper

The Prince and the Pauper

Release year: 1975

Directed by: Giles Foster

March 17, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 17, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Gemini Contenders by Robert Ludlum

The Gemini Contenders

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Salonika, Greece: December 1939. A clandestine order monks sets out on a desperate mission in the dark of night: transport a mysterious vault from a high-altitude hiding place to rescue a group of monks.

The Choirboys by Joseph Wambaugh

The Choirboys

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Los Angeles Police Department partners, they are haunted by the dark secrets of nightwatch-shared predawn drinks and the sex sessions they call "chore practice." Each one carries his cynicism as a bulletproof jockstrap. He has his horror story and his …

Curtain by Agatha Christie

Curtain

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Harper Collins is now home to the Queen of Mystery! Agatha Christie is the acknowledged mistress in suspense. She's the creator of Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot in Belgium, as well as many other memorable characters. Her entire collection of …

The Adams Chronicles by Jack Shepherd

The Adams Chronicles

By:

The Adams Chronicles is a text-and-picture history of four generations from one of America's most prominent families. It tells the story largely in their own words, mainly through letters and diaries.

Nightwork by Irwin Shaw

Nightwork

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Douglas Grimes is a penniless ex pilot and is looking for a way to live again. Opportunity is offered by New York City's dead body.

March 17, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 17, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Death Race

Death Race

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Vehicular combat

Publisher: Exidy

Outlaw

Outlaw

Platform: Arcade Atari 2600

Genre: Shooter

Dukedom

Dukedom

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Fonz

Fonz

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Motorbike racing game

Breakout

Breakout

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

history

Who was the US President on March 17, 1976?

On March 17, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 17, 1976?

On March 17, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 17, 1976?

On March 17, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about March 17th?

March 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of March. 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 March 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 jayapura flood & landslide
  • 2018 - 2018 philippine piper pa-23 apache crashes: a piper pa-23 passenger plane bound for laoag international airport, ilocos norte in the philippines crashed upon takeoff from plaridel airport, bulacan. five people were killed and five others were injured.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present), an apache helicopter fired upon a boat carrying somali refugees, off the coast yemen. at least 40 people were killed and 35 others were injured. (reuters),

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What happened in 1976?

1976 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
  • NBC replaces the peacock logo
  • Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances

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What was the calendar for March 1976?

March 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

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