Friday January 18, 1974: on this day

January 18, 1974 was the 18th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 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 January 18, 1974, who was born and died on January 18, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 18, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Show And Tell by Al Wilson), movies (e.g. Black Belt Jones, directed by Robert Clouse), TV series (e.g. Kli-Kla-Klawitter) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 18th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 18, 1974?


January 18, 1974 was a Friday and it was the 18th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 18, 1974 can also be written as 1/18/1974 in the US and as 18/1/1974 in UK and Europe.

January 18, 1974 in January 1974 calendar

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January 18, 1974: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 18, 1974:

  • $6 million man starring lee majors premieres on abc tv
  • Israel and egypt sign weapons accord.
  • A disengagement of forces agreement is signed between the israeli and egyptian governments, ending conflict on the egyptian front of the yom kippur war.

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January 18, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 18th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 18, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 18, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on January 18th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 18, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 18, 1974 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 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 January 18, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 04:32 am and setting at 02:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 08, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Feb 06, 1974.

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Who was born on January 18, 1974?


Famous people born on January 18, 1974:

  • Toben Hoffman

    Former NFL linebacker known for his exceptional tackling skills.

  • Christian Burns

    English singer-songwriter (bbmak).

  • Michael Tunn

    Radio announcer and television presenter from australia.

  • Princess Claire

    Of belgium.

  • Shane Burton

    Defensive tackle (miami dolphins).

  • Claire Coombs

    British-born, she became a princess in belgium's royal family on april 1, 2003.

  • Morena Gallizio

    Italian skier.

  • Claire

    Princess claire of belgium.

  • Devon Odessa

    Actor (sharon - my so called life, girl of limberlost).

  • Maulik Pancholy

    American singer and actor.

  • Princess Claire of Belgium
  • Thibaut Vallette
  • Zulema Arroyos
  • Elena Smurova
  • Tri Kusharyanto
  • Steve Lomas
  • Vladimir Miholjević
  • Monique Morehouse

Whose famous birthday is on January 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 18th:

  • Jason Segel
    Jason Segel

    Jason segel is an american actor, known for his roles in popular tv shows like how i met your mother and films like forgetting sarah...

  • Takeshi Kitano
    Takeshi Kitano

    Takeshi kitano is a japanese director and actor known for his work in the film industry, particularly for his unique style of filmmaking and...

  • Kevin Costner
    Kevin Costner

    Cool, determined american actor.

  • Cary Grant
    Cary Grant

    British-american film actor.

  • David Ayer
    David Ayer

    David ayer is a film director known for his work on movies such as training day, fury, and suicide squad.

  • Danny Kaye
    Danny Kaye

    Brooklyn, new york -- unicef/comedian / actor (show).

  • David Ruffin
    David Ruffin

    Mississippi, united states -- vocalist.

  • Jay Chou
    Jay Chou

    Taiwanese actor, director, producer, and actor.

  • Samantha Mumba
    Samantha Mumba

    Irish actress and singer-songwriter.

  • Mark Rylance
    Mark Rylance

    Mark rylance is a british actor known for his work in theater, film, and television, including his roles in 'bridge of spies' and 'dunkirk'.

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January 18, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years 3 months old,

or 603 months and 8 days old,

or 2623 weeks

or 18361 days old,

if you were born on January 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 January 18, 1974?

There are 267 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 18, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 18, 1974.

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January 18, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 18, 1974:

  • Eartha White

    Eartha White was a prominent humanitarian and civil rights activist in Jacksonville, Florida.

  • Bill Finger
  • Teresina Negri

What famous deaths happened on January 18th?

Famous deaths on January 18th:

  • Al Waxman
    Al Waxman

    Canadian actor who is well-known in canada for his roles in numerous tv shows.

  • Sydney Greenstreet
    Sydney Greenstreet

    Actor (conflict of maltese falcon), died at 74.

  • Gertrude Olmstead
    Gertrude Olmstead

    American actress (born 1897).

  • Wilfrid Brambell
    Wilfrid Brambell

    Irish actor and performer (d. 1985).

  • Rusty Hamer
    Rusty Hamer

    American actor and singer (d. 90).

  • Curly Howard
    Curly Howard

    American comedian and actor, member of the three stooges (d. 1952).

  • Yvonne Printemps
    Yvonne Printemps

    French actress and singer of opera, whose singing was believed to be felt in the soul.

  • Bert Wheeler
    Bert Wheeler

    Actor (rainmakers high flyers, dixiana), died at 72.

  • Raford Kipling

    Raford Kipling was a British author best known for his works of fiction, including the classic children's book 'The Jungle Book'.

  • Rayder Kipling

    Rayder Kipling was a British author known for his captivating stories, including the beloved 'The Jungle Book'.

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January 18, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 18, 1974:

  • Winnie The Pooh Day (In observance of the birthday of Alan Alexander Milne, 1882.)
  • Christian ecumenism - Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins
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January 18, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 18, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 14th and January 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 18, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 18, 1974 was Show And Tell by Al Wilson, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 18, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Show And Tell
  2. - The Joker
  3. - Smokin' In The Boy's Room
  4. - I've Got To Use My Imagination
  5. - You're Sixteen

January 18, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 18, 1974 was You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me by The New Seekers, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 18, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me
  2. - Merry Xmas Everybody
  3. - The Show Must Go On
  4. - Tiger Feet
  5. - My Coo-Ca-Choo

January 18, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 18, 1974 was I've Got To Use My Imagination by Gladys Knight And The Pips, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 18, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 18, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I've Got To Use My Imagination
  2. - Livin' For You
  3. - Until You Come Back To Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)
  4. - Let Your Hair Down
  5. - Stoned To The Bone - Part 1

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January 18, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 18, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Black Belt Jones

Black Belt Jones

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Robert Clouse

Starring: Jim Kelly, Gloria Hendry, Scatman Crothers, Eric Laneuville

Appassionata

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

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Butley

Butley

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Harold Pinter

Starring: Alan Bates, Jessica Tandy, Richard O'Callaghan, Georgina Hale

Luther

Luther

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Guy Green

Starring: Stacy Keach, Patrick Magee, Hugh Griffith, Robert Stephens

January 18, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 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:

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Release year: 1974

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Don Blech und der goldene Junker

Release year: 1973

Seven Little Australians

Seven Little Australians

Release year: 1973

Within These Walls

Within These Walls

Release year: 1973

Directed by: James Tucker

January 18, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 18, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre by Allen Drury

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre

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The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.

The First Deadly Sin by Lawrence Sanders

The First Deadly Sin

By:

The first novel in Lawrence Sanders’s bestseller Deadly Sins series features Edward Delaney, a New York cop who chases a serial killer equipped with a mysterious weapon. Edward is the Captain of the New York Police Department.

Nickel Mountain by John Gardner

Nickel Mountain

By:

John Gardner's most touching novel about improbable love.

In One Era And Out The Other by Sam Levenson

In One Era And Out The Other

By:

Sam Levenson, a beloved humorist and author, finds that his old worldviews don’t match the new one. Levenson was the youngest of eight children born to a large Jewish immigrant family.

The Salamander by Morris L. West

The Salamander

By:

There are some slight signs of wear

January 18, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 18, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

Rebound

Rebound

Platform: Arcade

Genre: sport

history

Who was the US President on January 18, 1974?

On January 18, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 18, 1974?

On January 18, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 18, 1974?

On January 18, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 18th?

January 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of January. 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 January 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: 15 people are killed and 20 injured in a massive explosion at a tahrir al-sham facility in idlib. the attack was reportedly carried out using a car bomb.
  • 2018 - Emirates airlines announces a purchase order for 36 airbus a380s. emirates, which has a fleet of more than 100 aircraft, is the largest aircraft operator.
  • 2017 - Northern mali conflict: a suicide bomber explodes a vehicle laden with explosives at a military camp near gao, mali. this is mali's most deadly terrorist attack.

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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 January 1974?

January 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1974 calendar looked like.

Friday January 18, 1974