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September 19, 1979 was the 262nd day of the year 1979, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is September 19, 1979 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 19, 1979, who was born and died on September 19, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 19, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Sharona by The Knack), movies (e.g. Lahu Ke Do Rang, directed by Mahesh Bhatt), TV series (e.g. Face The Music) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 19th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was September 19, 1979?
- September 19, 1979: What happened on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- September 19, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on September 19, 1979?
- September 19, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- September 19, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- September 19, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- September 19, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on September 19, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 19, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on September 19, 1979?
What day of the week was September 19, 1979?
September 19, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 262nd day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
September 19, 1979 can also be written as 9/19/1979 in the US and as 19/9/1979 in UK and Europe.
September 19, 1979: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on September 19, 1979:
- No nukes concert at madison square garden includes springsteen and crosby, stills and nash
September 19, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 19th 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 19, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 19, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on September 19th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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September 19, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on September 19, 1979 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 19, 1979 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 19, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:53 am and setting at 06:47 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 06, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Oct 05, 1979.
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Who was born on September 19, 1979?
Famous people born on September 19, 1979:
- Hermenia Granger
A brilliant and talented witch, best friend of Harry Potter and Ron Weasley.
- Noémie Lenoir
Noémie lenoir is a french actress and model known for her work in the fashion industry and her appearances in high-profile magazines and...
- Clinton Sparks
Clinton Sparks is a popular DJ known for his work in the music industry.
- Mikael Tellqvist
Swedish ice hockey player.
- Joel Houston
Australian producer and guitarist (hillsong united), singer-songwriter.
- Alison Lohman
Actress.
- Dannielle Brent
English actress.
- Brian Liebenberg
- Natal'ja Merkulova e Aleksej Čupov
- Tat'jana Muratova
- Budi Sudarsono
- Simon Vella
- Yvonne Cernota
- Mohamed Armoumen
- Alan Osório da Costa Silva
- Sara Di Vaira
Whose famous birthday is on September 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 19th:
![Jimmy Fallon]()
Jimmy FallonAmerican comedian, actor, producer, singer, and musician.
![Jeremy Irons]()
Jeremy IronsBritish actor on stage and screen.
![Ranjit Chowdhry]()
Ranjit ChowdhryIndian actor known for his work in Bollywood and Hollywood films.
![Sanaa Lathan]()
Sanaa LathanSanaa lathan is an american actress known for her roles in films such as love & basketball and the best man.
![Kavya Madhavan]()
Kavya MadhavanKavya madhavan is an indian film actress known for her work in malayalam cinema.
![Fred Willard]()
Fred WillardFred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.
![Frances Farmer]()
Frances FarmerAmerican actress and "miss sex appeal of 1937" leading lady.
![Alessandra Martines]()
Alessandra MartinesItalian ballerina, who was well-known for her showmanship.
![Cass Elliot]()
Cass ElliotAmerican singer, talented and overweight, who was a star with the group "mamas and the papas", which consisted of elliot john and michelle...
![David McCallum]()
David McCallumHe is a scottish actor and musician.
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September 19, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 7 months old,
or 535 months
or 2326 weeks and 2 days old,
or 16284 days old,
if you were born on September 19, 1979.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 19, 1979?
There are 153 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday September 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 19, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on September 19, 1979.
September 19, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on September 19, 1979:
- Jerry Mullen
- Francisco Macías Nguema
What famous deaths happened on September 19th?
Famous deaths on September 19th:
![Audrey Long]()
Audrey LongAmerican-english actress (d. 2014.
![Pamela Brown]()
Pamela BrownLondon, england -- actress (cleopatra and beckett).
![Ann Doran]()
Ann DoranAmarillo texas -- actress (longstreet shirley).
![Vivian Duncan]()
Vivian DuncanEntertainer (duncan sisters).
![June Preisser]()
June PreisserAt 61, a car accident kills a dancer/actress (babes in arms).
- Kenston Bronte
Kenston Bronte was a renowned English novelist and poet, best known for her classic novel 'Wuthering Heights'.
- Traeton Bronte
Traeton Bronte was a prominent English novelist of the 19th century, known for her acclaimed novel that explored themes of love, social...
- Orvan Redenbacher
Founder of the popular popcorn brand Orville Redenbacher's.
- Fleet Bronte
Fleet Bronte was a celebrated English novelist whose works, such as 'Jane Eyre,' are considered classics of 19th-century literature.
- Khyre Bronte
Khyre Bronte was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her novel 'Wuthering Heights'.
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September 19, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on September 19, 1979:
- Heine Westenfluss's birthday, from Gundam SEED DESTINY.
- Hermione Granger's birthday, from J.K. Rowling's series Harry Potter.
- International Talk Like a Pirate Day
- Japan - Respect for the Aged Day (traditional - beginning in 2003, the holiday is held on the third Monday of September.)
- Chile - Armed Forces Day
- Church of England - Theodore of Tarsus
- Also see September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Saint Januarius
- In ancient Greece, the sixth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries, when the procession to Eleusis began at the Kerameikos in Athens.
Saints celebrated on September 19, 1979:
- Saint Kitts and Nevis - Independence Day (from Great Britain, 1983)
September 19, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on September 19, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 17th and September 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
September 19, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on September 19, 1979 was My Sharona by The Knack, according to the music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.
September 19, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on September 19, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Knack - My Sharona
- Earth, Wind and Fire - After The Love Has Gone
- Charlie Daniels Band - The Devil Went Down To Georgia
- Herb Alpert - Rise
- Maxine Nightingale - Lead Me On
September 19, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on September 19, 1979 was We Don't Talk Anymore by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.
September 19, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on September 19, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - We Don't Talk Anymore
- Gary Numan - Cars
- BA Robertson - Bang Bang
- The Police - Message In A Bottle
- The Bellamy Brothers - If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against Me
September 19, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on September 19, 1979 was Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.
September 19, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on September 19, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
- Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
- Cameo - I Just Want To Be
- Mass Production - Firecracker
- Chic - Good Times
September 19, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on September 19, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Lahu Ke Do Rang
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Mahesh Bhatt
Starring: Vinod Khanna, Shabana Azmi, Danny Denzongpa, Helen
Yanks
Release year: 1979
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Starring: Richard Gere, Lisa Eichhorn, Vanessa Redgrave, William Devane
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
Thirst
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Rod Hardy
Starring: Chantal Contouri, Shirley Cameron, Max Phipps, Henry Silva
Heartland
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Kevin Billington
September 19, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on September 19, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Face the Music
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Carol Wiseman
A Moment in Time
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Ruby Yang
Ride on Stranger
Release year: 1979
Jigsaw
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Michael Spierig
California Fever
Release year: 1979
Country: United States of America
September 19, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on September 19, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Matarese Circle
By: Robert Ludlum
The Matarese are an international group of criminals that will in no time take over the world. Two rival spies are able to stop them: Talaniekov and Scofield, CIA.
I'M Dancing As Fast As I Can
By: Barbara Gordon
Barbara Gordon's remarkable memoir is about a woman who thinks she has it all. She works as a documentary producer for Emmy-awarded documentary producers, and she loves the man she loves.
To Catch A King
By: Harry Patterson
Hitler's war machine, a terrifying war machine, is heading toward England in July 1940. He plans to enthrone puppet rulers under Nazi control and a beautiful nightclub singer, as well as a SSSS officer.
Jailbird
By: Kurt Vonnegut
Jailbird is a comic and funny Vonnegut world that reveals high crimes and misdemeanors within government and in the heart. The humorous tale of Walter F. follows the bumbling bureaucrat.
September 19, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on September 19, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Aim for the Ace!
Star Fire
Star Fire
Tail Gunner
Deep Scan
Who was the US President on September 19, 1979?
On September 19, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 19, 1979?
On September 19, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on September 19, 1979?
On September 19, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about September 19th?
September 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th 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 19th, such as:
- 2018 - Oromo-somali violence: ethiopia's recent rise in ethnic violence has resulted in 58 deaths. thousands continue to protest against the killings in addis ababa.
- 2017 - 2017 atlantic hurricane season: maria, a category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 160 mph (260 km/h), makes landfall in dominica. maria is the second category 5 hurricane to land at this intensity in 2017, making it the only season with this record, after 2007 and 2007.
- 2016 - 2016 new york and new jersey bombings: a robot from the bomb squad detonates an explosive device in elizabeth, new jersey. seaside park has experienced an explosion before. no one was hurt. (nbc news). ahmad khan rahami is arrested by police in linden, new jersey. two officers were reportedly hurt.
What happened in 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for September 1979?
September 1979 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.
