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October 18, 1972 was the 292nd day of the year 1972, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 18, 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 October 18, 1972, who was born and died on October 18, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Ding-A-Ling by Chuck Berry), movies (e.g. Revolver, directed by Sergio Sollima), 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 October 18th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 18, 1972?
- October 18, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 18, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 18, 1972?
- October 18, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 18, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- October 18, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 18, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- October 18, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 18, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 18, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 18, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 18, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on October 18, 1972?
What day of the week was October 18, 1972?
October 18, 1972 was a Wednesday and it was the 292nd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 18, 1972 can also be written as 10/18/1972 in the US and as 18/10/1972 in UK and Europe.
October 18, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 18, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 18, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 18, 1972 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 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 October 18, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 03:50 pm and setting at 03:37 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 23, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Oct 22, 1972.
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Who was born on October 18, 1972?
Famous people born on October 18, 1972:
- Mika Ninagawa
Japanese photographer and director.
- Alex Tagliani
Canadian race car driver.
- Angie Marzetta
Norfolk, virginia -- female outfielder for the silver bullets.
- James Stream Thurmond Jr
Strom thurmond, us senator's son.
- Santiago Toledo
- Massimiliano Benvenuto
- Abigael González Valencia
- Lino De Toni
- Christopher Knights
- Karl Nehammer
- Bruno Cardeñosa
Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:
![Zac Efron]()
Zac EfronAmerican entertainer and actor.
![Jean-Claude Van Damme]()
Jean-Claude Van DammeBelgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.
![Mike Ditka]()
Mike DitkaMike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...
![Freida Pinto]()
Freida PintoFreida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.
![Norm MacDonald]()
Norm MacDonaldNorm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.
![Erin Moran]()
Erin MoranErin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.
![Milo Yiannopoulos]()
Milo YiannopoulosMilo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...
![Michael McKean]()
Michael McKeanMichael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...
![Jacques Higelin]()
Jacques HigelinFrench musician and singer of pop.
![Melina Mercouri]()
Melina MercouriGreek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).
October 18, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 6 months old,
or 618 months and 9 days old,
or 2688 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18819 days old,
if you were born on October 18, 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 October 18, 1972?
There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 18, 1972.
October 18, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 18, 1972:
- Richard Sanders
- Edward Cook
- Filippo Naldi
What famous deaths happened on October 18th?
Famous deaths on October 18th:
![Sylvia Kristel]()
Sylvia KristelDutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).
![Julie London]()
Julie LondonAmerican actress and breathy blues singer.
![Gwen Verdon]()
Gwen VerdonAmerican dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.
![Tsuru Aoki]()
Tsuru AokiAmerican actress born in japan (born 1892).
![Henry Travers]()
Henry TraversActor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.
- Thos Alva Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Thomos Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Elizabeth Arden
Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.
- Primus Babbage
Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...
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October 18, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 18, 1972:
- Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
- USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
October 18, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 18, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 16th and October 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 18, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1972 was My Ding-A-Ling by Chuck Berry, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chuck Berry - My Ding-A-Ling
- Bill Withers - Use Me
- Elvis Presley - Burning Love
- The Main Ingredient - Everybody Plays The Fool
- The Moody Blues - Nights In White Satin
October 18, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 1972 was Mouldy Old Dough by Lieutenant Pigeon, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lieutenant Pigeon - Mouldy Old Dough
- David Cassidy - How Can I Be Sure
- 10cc - Donna
- Peter Skellern - You're A Lady
- Python Lee Jackson - In A Broken Dream
October 18, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 1972 was I'll Be Around by The Spinners, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 18, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Spinners - I'll Be Around
- Bill Withers - Use Me
- Curtis Mayfield - Freddie's Dead (Theme From "Superfly")
- James Brown - Get On The Good Foot-Part 1
- Michael Jackson - Ben
October 18, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 18, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Sbatti il mostro in prima pagina
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Marco Bellocchio
Starring: Gian Maria Volontè, Fabio Garriba, Carla Tatò, Jacques Herlin
Country: Italy
Wedding in White
Release year: 1972
Directed by: William Fruet
Starring: Donald Pleasence, Carol Kane, Doris Petrie, Leo Phillips
Last Tango in Paris
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci
Starring: Marlon Brando, Maria Schneider, Maria Michi, Giovanna Galletti
Country: United States of America
Lady Sings the Blues
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sidney J. Furie
Starring: Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, James T. Callahan
October 18, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 18, 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
October 18, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 18, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Captains And The Kings
By: Taylor Caldwell
Joseph Armagh was twelve years old when he first visited America in the early 1850s. He was an Irish immigrant from Ireland.
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 …
Paris Was Yesterday
By: Janet Flanner
1925 Flanner started her New Yorker "Letter From Paris" in which the majority of the pieces in this collection were drawn.
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.
October 18, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 18, 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 October 18, 1972?
On October 18, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1972?
On October 18, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 18, 1972?
On October 18, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 18th?
October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
- 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).
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 October 1972?
October 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
