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December 18, 1974 was the 352nd day of the year 1974, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is December 18, 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 December 18, 1974, who was born and died on December 18, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 18, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cat's In The Cradle by Harry Chapin), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. The Sweeney) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 18th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 18, 1974?
- December 18, 1974: What happened on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 18, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 18, 1974?
- December 18, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 18, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- December 18, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 18, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 18, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 18, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on December 18, 1974?
What day of the week was December 18, 1974?
December 18, 1974 was a Wednesday and it was the 352nd day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 18, 1974 can also be written as 12/18/1974 in the US and as 18/12/1974 in UK and Europe.
December 18, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 18, 1974:
- San francisco visitors center at city hall opens
December 18, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 18th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 18, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 18, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 18th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 18, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 18, 1974 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 18, 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 December 18, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 10:11 am and setting at 10:27 pm.
The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Dec 29, 1974.
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Who was born on December 18, 1974?
Famous people born on December 18, 1974:
![Nelly Karim]()
Nelly KarimEgyptian actress known for her versatile roles.
- Mazarine Pingeot
Francois mitterand's illegitimate child from a long-term marriage with anne, a french family noted.
- Axelle Lemaire
French politician who served as the Minister of State for Digital Affairs.
- Kari Byron
Known for her role on the TV show MythBusters.
- Kaia Kallas
Estonian politician serving as the Prime Minister of Estonia since 2021.
- Knut Schreiner
Norwegian singer-guitarist and producer (turbonegro euroboys, mirror lakes).
- Peter Boulware
American football player and politician.
- Mutassim Gaddafi
Libyan colonel (b. 1977).
- Duff Goldman
Chef.
- Giovanni Ribisi
Actor.
- Sarah Paulson
Actress.
- Bill Duggan
American television host and actor.
- Euroboy
Norwegian musician (turbonegro).
- Rah Digga
Rapper.
- James Topping
- Alessio Di Mauro
- Chris Furrh
- Paolo Cipollari
Whose famous birthday is on December 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 18th:
![Brad Pitt]()
Brad PittAmerican actor and sex icon.
![Christina Aguilera]()
Christina AguileraAmerican singer, songwriter, actress.
![Katie Holmes]()
Katie HolmesAmerican actress who made a remarkable career, was accepted in her first audition for "the ice storm" as a supporting actor.
![Steven Spielberg]()
Steven SpielbergAmerican film producer and director.
![Keith Richards]()
Keith RichardsBritish musician who founded "the rolling stones", with mick jagger, in july 1962.
![Gladys Cooper]()
Gladys CooperGladys Cooper was an English actress who had a successful career on stage and screen, earning multiple awards.
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Alejandro Sanz]()
Alejandro SanzWorld music singer.
![Trish Stratus]()
Trish StratusCanadian professional wrestler.
![Betty Grable]()
Betty GrableAmerican actress, singer, and dancer.
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December 18, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 4 months old,
or 592 months and 5 days old,
or 2574 weeks and 6 days old,
or 18024 days old,
if you were born on December 18, 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 December 18, 1974?
There are 239 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 18, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 18, 1974.
December 18, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 18, 1974:
- Harry Hooper
American baseball player, baseball hall of fame inductee (d. 1975).
- Agustín Barboza
What famous deaths happened on December 18th?
Famous deaths on December 18th:
![Robert Bresson]()
Robert BressonHe was a french film director who directed 14 films over 40 years.
![Chris Farley]()
Chris FarleyAmerican comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.
![Gilbert Bécaud]()
Gilbert BécaudHe was a french singer-songwriter who wrote french songs like "what now my love?" "je t'appartiens", which was renamed by the everly...
![Virna Lisi]()
Virna LisiItalian actress and voluptuous lead lady, after her roles in local films, she was internationally recognized for "the black tulip," 1963,"...
![Diana Lynn]()
Diana LynnLos angeles, california -- actress.
![Joseph Barbera]()
Joseph BarberaAmerican cartoonist (born 1911).
![Sam Wanamaker]()
Sam WanamakerAmerican actor.
![Mandy Rice-Davies]()
Mandy Rice-DaviesEnglish model and actress (b. 1944)[46].
![Lilia Skala]()
Lilia SkalaActress from austria/usa (ship of fools and caprice) dies at the age of 98.
![Anne Revere]()
Anne RevereActress (national velvet), passes away from pneumonia at 87.
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December 18, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 18, 1974:
- Roman festivals - Feast of Epona (during Saturnalia)
- R.C. Saints - Gatianus of Tours
- Also see December 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Niger - Republic Day (autonomous in 1958)
- Greek Orthodox Church ? Feast of Sebastian the Martyr
Observances on December 18, 1974:
- International Migrants Day
- Arabic Language Day
December 18, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 18, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 16th and December 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 18, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 18, 1974 was Cat's In The Cradle by Harry Chapin, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 18, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Harry Chapin - Cat's In The Cradle
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Helen Reddy - Angie Baby
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
December 18, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 18, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 18, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mud - Lonely This Christmas
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- Bachman-Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet
- The Rubettes - Juke Box Jive
- Gary Glitter - Oh Yes You're Beautiful
December 18, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 18, 1974 was She's Gone by Tavares, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 18, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Tavares - She's Gone
- Stevie Wonder - Boogie On Reggae Woman
- Jackson 5 - Whatever You Got, I Want
- The Stylistics - Heavy Fallin' Out
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
December 18, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 18, 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 Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Jacob the Liar
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Frank Beyer
Starring: Vlastimil Brodský, Erwin Geschonneck, Henry Hübchen, Blanche Kommerell
Young Frankenstein
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Mel Brooks
Starring: Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle
Country: United States of America
The Front Page
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Billy Wilder
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia
Country: United States of America
December 18, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 18, 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:
The Sweeney
Release year: 1974
Written by: Ian Kennedy Martin
Starring: John Thaw, Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Big Showdown
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Wong Tin Lam
Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz
Release year: 1974
The Uncle Floyd Show
Release year: 1974
Starring: Scott Gordon, Peter Tork, Floyd Vivino, Looney Skip Rooney
December 18, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 18, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Woman He Loved
By: Ralph G. Martin
Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972
Harlequin
By: Morris West
Paul Desmond admires George Harlequin, his friend and close friend for his exceptional European breeding. Harlequin is the head of a highly regarded Swiss bank and is part of a small group of gentlemen whose bond is their handshake.
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold and The Night Manager. Now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
December 18, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 18, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on December 18, 1974?
On December 18, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 18, 1974?
On December 18, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 18, 1974?
On December 18, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 18th?
December 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of December. 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 December 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian cargo vessel mv kuzma minin is stranded and is then refloated off gyllyngvase (cornwall) and brought to falmouth bay for inspection by the maritime and coastguard agency.
- 2017 - Twitter has suspended the accounts of white nationalists well-known for violating new offensive content rules.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war, aleppo offensive (november-december 2016: rebels target and set fire to several buses on their way to evacuate the ill and wounded from the besieged syrian villages al-fu'ah/kafriya.
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 December 1974?
December 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
