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April 20, 1973 was the 110th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 20, 1973 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 20, 1973, who was born and died on April 20, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn), movies (e.g. Soylent Green, directed by Richard Fleischer), TV series (e.g. Cheri) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1973?
- April 20, 1973: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1973?
- April 20, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1973?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1973?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1973?
What day of the week was April 20, 1973?
April 20, 1973 was a Friday and it was the 110th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1973 can also be written as 4/20/1973 in the US and as 20/4/1973 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1973: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1973:
- Canadian anik a2 becomes first commercial satellite in orbit.
- An indian pacific train en route to perth, derails near broken hill, new south wales, destroying a quarter mile of track.
April 20, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 20, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 20, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1973 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1973 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 April 20, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 09:09 pm and setting at 07:18 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on May 17, 1973.
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Who was born on April 20, 1973?
Famous people born on April 20, 1973:
- Isabele Dos Santos
Isabele Dos Santos is an Angolan businesswoman and the daughter of the former president of Angola, José Eduardo dos Santos.
- Gabrella Sánchez
Member of the Congress of Deputies of Spain, representing the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party.
- Lamond Murray
American basketball player: forward, clippers.
- Julie Powell
American food writer and memoirist (d. 2022).
- Geoff Lloyd
British radio presenter.
- Todd Hollandsworth
Todd hollandsworth american sportscaster and baseball player.
- Itula Mili
Seahawks, seattle.
- Todd Hollandsworth in Dayton
Ohio, usa; outfielder (los angeles dodgers).
- Gabry Ponte
- Toshihide Saitō
- Nuno Santos
- Mario Staderini
- Zbyněk Hauzr
- Guillermo Jara
Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:
![Luther Vandross]()
Luther VandrossLuther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...
![Jessica Lange]()
Jessica LangeAmerican academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.
![Andy Serkis]()
Andy SerkisAndy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...
![Carmen Electra]()
Carmen ElectraAmerican actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...
![Edie Sedgwick]()
Edie SedgwickAmerican model with amazing eyes and great legs.
![Shemar Moore]()
Shemar MooreAmerican actor, former fashion model.
![Ryan O'Neal]()
Ryan O'NealAfter starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.
![Crispin Glover]()
Crispin GloverAmerican actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...
![Veronica Cartwright]()
Veronica CartwrightVeronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.
![George Takei]()
George TakeiAmerican actor, director, and author.
April 20, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years old,
or 612 months
or 2661 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18628 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 1973.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 April 20, 1973?
There are 0 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1973?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 20, 1973.
April 20, 1973: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1973:
- Robert Armstrong
Baron armstrong of ilminster english scholar and civil servant.
- Nikolaj Simonov
- Eddie Hapgood
What famous deaths happened on April 20th?
Famous deaths on April 20th:
![Benny Hill]()
Benny HillBritish comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.
![Alan Dale]()
Alan DaleAmerican singer (born 1925).
![Christian X]()
Christian XKing of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.
- Idrissa Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Galdino Balthazar
Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.
- Briyan Stoker
Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.
- Marl Stoker
Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.
- Madylyn Pugh
Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.
- Zakariyah Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Felcia Farr
American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 20th
April 20, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1973:
- USA- National High Five Day
- Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
- Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
- Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
- April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
- Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).
Observances on April 20, 1973:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1973:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1973: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 16th and April 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.
April 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree
- Vicki Lawrence - The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia
- Carpenters - Sing
- War - The Cisco Kid
- Four Tops - Ain't No Woman (Like The One I've Got)
April 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1973 was Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree by Dawn featuring Tony Orlando, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.
April 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dawn featuring Tony Orlando - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
- Gilbert O'Sullivan - Get Down
- Gary Glitter - Hello Hello I'm Back Again
- David Cassidy - I'm A Clown / Some Kind Of Summer
- Little Jimmy Osmond - Tweedle Dee
April 20, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1973 was Masterpiece by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.
April 20, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Temptations - Masterpiece
- Four Tops - Ain't No Woman (Like The One I've Got)
- Sylvia (r&b) - Pillow Talk
- The Staple Singers - Oh La De Da
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)
April 20, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Soylent Green
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Charlton Heston, Edward G. Robinson, Leigh Taylor-Young, Chuck Connors
Country: United States of America
Scorpio
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Michael Winner
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Alain Delon, Paul Scofield, John Colicos
Baba Yaga
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Corrado Farina
Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti
Country: Italy
Charley One-Eye
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Don Chaffey
Scarecrow
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Jerry Schatzberg
Starring: Gene Hackman, Al Pacino, Dorothy Tristan, Ann Wedgeworth
Country: United States of America
April 20, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Cheri
Release year: 1973
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Hallo - Hotel Sacher... Portier!
Release year: 1973
Lawinenpatrouille
Release year: 1973
April 20, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Sunlight Dialogues
By: John Gardner
John Gardner's expansive portrait of the clash of philosophical perspectives in 1960s America. It centers on the appearance of a mysterious stranger, in a small Upstate New York.
Once Is Not Enough
By: Jacqueline Susann
Entertainment was once a world that didn't sleep. Models, magazine editors, and pop stars all visited "vitamin doctors", to get shots that would enable them to stay awake all night, then work the next day in offices with Calderesque mobiles …
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
By: Dr. Robert Atkins
America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off
The Best And The Brightest
By: David Halberstam
"A rich, entertaining and profound reading experience." The New York Times "The most complete saga about how America got involved in Vietnam."
The Joy Of Sex
By: Alex Comfort
The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.
April 20, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
TREK73
Lemonade Stand
Gotcha
Lunar Lander
Who was the US President on April 20, 1973?
On April 20, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1973?
On April 20, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1973?
On April 20, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 20th?
April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of April. 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 April 20th, such as:
- 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
- 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (bbc),
What happened in 1973?
1973 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
- Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
- Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances
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What was the calendar for April 1973?
April 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
