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September 17, 1972 was the 261st day of the year 1972, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is September 17, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on September 17, 1972, who was born and died on September 17, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 17, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Black & White by Three Dog Night), movies (e.g. Hickey & Boggs, directed by Robert Culp), TV series (e.g. M*A*S*H) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 17th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was September 17, 1972?
- September 17, 1972: What happened on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- September 17, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on September 17, 1972?
- September 17, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- September 17, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- September 17, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- September 17, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on September 17, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 17, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on September 17, 1972?
What day of the week was September 17, 1972?
September 17, 1972 was a Sunday and it was the 261st day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
September 17, 1972 can also be written as 9/17/1972 in the US and as 17/9/1972 in UK and Europe.
September 17, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on September 17, 1972:
- M*a*s*h, premieres on nbc tv
- Bart begins passenger service in san francisco
- Sandra haynie wins lpga quality first golf classic
- Tanzania troops march in to uganda
- Uganda announces that there are tanzanian troops in its territory.
September 17, 1972: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Atlanta Falcons - Chicago Bears : 37 - 21
- Cincinnati Bengals - New England Patriots : 31 - 7
- Green Bay Packers - Cleveland Browns : 26 - 10
- Houston Oilers - Denver Broncos : 17 - 30
- Miami Dolphins - Kansas City Chiefs : 20 - 10
September 17, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 17th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.
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September 17, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 17, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on September 17th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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September 17, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on September 17, 1972 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 17, 1972 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 September 17, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 03:51 pm and setting at 01:24 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 24, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Sep 23, 1972.
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Who was born on September 17, 1972?
Famous people born on September 17, 1972:
- Wynonia Williams
Grand Slam champion known for powerful serves.
- Daisuke Yamashita
Renowned Japanese painter known for his abstract art.
- Israella Rosenthal
Israella Rosenthal is an acclaimed Israeli sculptor whose works explore themes of identity, memory, and the human experience.
- Starr
Bestselling author known for her novels on love and relationships.
- Cornell Belcher
Cornell Belcher is a prominent political pollster known for his work in American politics.
- Nels Lennarson
Canadian actor known for his roles in various television series and films.
- Bobby Lee
American screenwriter and comedian.
- Allen Williams
Nfl running back (detroit lions).
- Darrius Johnson
Nfl defensive back (denver broncos - super bowl 32).
- Brian Henry
American poet.
- Llewellyn Riley
- Oana Pantelimon
- Marco Croatti
- Leandro Misuriello
Whose famous birthday is on September 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 17th:
![John Ritter]()
John RitterAmerican actor, and a member of a theatrical family.
![Jean-Claude Carrière]()
Jean-Claude CarrièreJean-claude carrière is a renowned french screenwriter and actor, best known for his collaborations with director luis buñuel.
![Cassandra Peterson]()
Cassandra PetersonCassandra peterson is an american actress best known for her portrayal of the horror hostess character elvira, mistress of the dark.
![Phil Jackson]()
Phil JacksonAmerican basketball player, coach and star.
![Anne Bancroft]()
Anne BancroftAmerican actress who has been on screen since 1952 and won the best actress oscar.
![Hank Williams]()
Hank WilliamsAmerican singer, songwriter, and country western singer.
![Roddy McDowall]()
Roddy McDowallBritish child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940.
![Bryan Singer]()
Bryan SingerAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Matthew Settle]()
Matthew SettleAmerican actor.
![Dinah Sheridan]()
Dinah SheridanBritish actress, who has been a star in british tv, theatre and film for seven decades.
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September 17, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 7 months old,
or 619 months and 2 days old,
or 2691 weeks and 5 days old,
or 18842 days old,
if you were born on September 17, 1972.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 September 17, 1972?
There are 151 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 17, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 17, 1972.
September 17, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on September 17, 1972:
- Akim Tamiroff
Actor (hotel paradisio lord jim), dies at 72.
- Thomas L. Sprague
- Rafael Bernal
What famous deaths happened on September 17th?
Famous deaths on September 17th:
![Spiro Agnew]()
Spiro AgnewAmerican politician and lawyer, governor of maryland 1967-1969, and vice-president under nixon 1969.
![Patricia Phoenix]()
Patricia PhoenixCounty galway, ireland -- actress.
![Red Skelton]()
Red SkeltonAmerican comedian who is loved and well-known in film, tv, and nightclub.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
![Frankie Vaughan]()
Frankie VaughanEnglish actor and singer (d. 1999).
![Jay Stewart]()
Jay StewartAnnoucer of lets make a deal commits suicide.
- Raden Adjeng Kartini
Indonesian feminist and entrepreneur who advocated for women's rights.
- Suleman the Great
Suleman the Great was the ruler of the Umayyad Caliphate, one of the largest empires in history.
- Khalis Gibran
Pioneering journalist and author known for his insightful commentary.
- Guila
Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.
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September 17, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on September 17, 1972:
- RC Saints - Feasts of Saint Lambert (martyr), Hildegard of Bingen
- United States - Constitution Day (observed on the previous Friday if it falls in a weekend), Citizenship Day, Von Steuben Day
- Netherlands - Operation Market Garden is still remembered with parachuting and dedications on this day.
- Also see September 17 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The fourth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries in ancient Greek mythology, when the initiates sacrificed a pig.
- Angola - National Heroes' Day
Observances on September 17, 1972:
- World Patient Safety Day [WHO]
September 17, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on September 17, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 11th and September 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
September 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on September 17, 1972 was Black & White by Three Dog Night, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.
September 17, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on September 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Three Dog Night - Black & White
- Mac Davis - Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me
- Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
- Chicago - Saturday In The Park
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
September 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on September 17, 1972 was Mama Weer All Crazee Now by Slade, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.
September 17, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on September 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Slade - Mama Weer All Crazee Now
- Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
- Faron Young - It's Four In The Morning
- David Cassidy - How Can I Be Sure
- Mott The Hoople - All The Young Dudes
September 17, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on September 17, 1972 was Get On The Good Foot-Part 1 by James Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.
September 17, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on September 17, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 11th and September 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- James Brown - Get On The Good Foot-Part 1
- The Main Ingredient - Everybody Plays The Fool
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
- Joe Simon - Power Of Love
- Mel And Tim - Starting All Over Again
September 17, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on September 17, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Hickey & Boggs
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Robert Culp
Starring: Bill Cosby, Robert Culp, Ta-Ronce Allen, Rosalind Cash
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Hammer
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bruce D. Clark
Starring: Fred Williamson, Bernie Hamilton, Vonetta McGee, William Smith
The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Luis Buñuel
Starring: Fernando Rey, Delphine Seyrig, Paul Frankeur, Bulle Ogier
Country: United States of America
The Boy Who Turned Yellow
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Michael Powell
Starring: Mark Dightam, Robert Eddison, Helen Weir, Brian Worth
September 17, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on September 17, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
M*A*S*H
Release year: 1972
Written by: Larry Gelbart
Starring: Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Jamie Farr, William Christopher
Country: United States of America
Anna and the King
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Tennant
Jigsaw
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Michael Spierig
The David Steinberg Show
Release year: 1972
Greenwich Village
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Laura Archibald|
September 17, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on September 17, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Boys Of Summer
By: Roger Kahn
This book is about young men who learnt to play baseball in the 1930s and 1940s. They then go on to play major-league baseball.
The Winds Of War
By: Herman Wouk
The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.
Jonathan Livingston Seagull
By: Richard Bach
The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …
O Jerusalem!
By: Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre
This remarkable film is now a major motion picture. It recounts moment-by-moment the amazing process that led to Israel's birth. Collins
September 17, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on September 17, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on September 17, 1972?
On September 17, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 17, 1972?
On September 17, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on September 17, 1972?
On September 17, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about September 17th?
September 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of September. 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 September 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Russia and turkey announce a demilitarized zone in syria's idlib governorate. they also rule out military operations.
- 2017 - Five people are killed in a roadside bomb attack in north-west pakistan during the war in afghanistan.
- 2016 - American-led intervention in syria and syria's civil war: the united states admits that warplanes may not have struck a syrian army post near deir-ez-zor airport in eastern syria. it was conducting an operation against isil in which more than 60 syrian soldiers were killed. (bbc). the united nations security council (unsc), holds an emergency session to address the u.s. strikes in deir ez-zor.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for September 1972?
September 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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.
