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April 20, 1976 was the 111th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is April 20, 1976 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, 1976, who was born and died on April 20, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor), movies (e.g. Montana Trap, directed by Peter Schamoni), TV series (e.g. Saramandaia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1976?
- April 20, 1976: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1976?
- April 20, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1976?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1976?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1976?
What day of the week was April 20, 1976?
April 20, 1976 was a Tuesday and it was the 111th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1976 can also be written as 4/20/1976 in the US and as 20/4/1976 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1976: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1976:
- George harrison sings lumberjack song with monty python
April 20, 1976: 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, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 20th, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 20, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1976 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1976 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, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 12:17 am and setting at 11:37 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1976 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1976.
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Who was born on April 20, 1976?
Famous people born on April 20, 1976:
![Joey Lawrence]()
Joey LawrenceAmerican actor.
- Tamika Raymond
Former professional basketball player who excelled in the sport.
- Shay Given
Shay Given is a retired Irish footballer known for his successful career as a goalkeeper.
- Aldo Bobadilla
Paraguayan football player.
- Chris Mason
Canadian ice hockey goaltender.
- Lenka Nemeckova
Brno in czechoslovakia; tennis star (1993 futures-maribor-slo).
- Lenka Němečková
Czech tennis player.
- Calvin Marlin
- Trey Radel
- Ramachandran Ramesh
- Fuminori Ujihara
- Sōtarō Yasunaga
- Georgina Rylance
- Ümit Bozkurt
- Carla Brunozzi
- Andrew Ernemann
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, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years and 7 days old,
or 576 months and 7 days old,
or 2505 weeks and 4 days old,
or 17539 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 1976.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, 1976?
There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 20th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1976?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 20, 1976.
April 20, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1976:
- Joseph Augustin Hagendorens
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.
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April 20, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1976:
- 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, 1976:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1976:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 19th and April 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 20, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
- Maxine Nightingale - Right Back Where We Started From
- The Sylvers - Boogie Fever
- Commodores - Sweet Love
April 20, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1976 was Save Your Kisses For Me by Brotherhood Of Man, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 20, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
- Abba - Fernando
- Barry White - You See The Trouble With Me
- John Miles - Music
- Hank Mizell - Jungle Rock
April 20, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1976 was Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 20, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The O'Jays - Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Al Wilson - I've Got A Feeling (we'll Be Seeing Each Other Aga
- The Tymes - It's Cool
- Dorothy Moore - Misty Blue
April 20, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Montana Trap
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Peter Schamoni
Starring: Hardy Krüger, Stephen Boyd, Anton Diffring, Friedrich von Ledebur
Mandinga
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Mario Pinzauti
Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo
Country: Italy
Burnt Offerings
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Karen Black, Oliver Reed, Burgess Meredith, Eileen Heckart
Country: United States of America
Stay Hungry
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Bob Rafelson
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Arnold Schwarzenegger, R.G. Armstrong
Country: United States of America
Todo modo
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Elio Petri
Starring: Gian Maria Volontè, Marcello Mastroianni, Mariangela Melato, Ciccio Ingrassia
Country: Italy
April 20, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Saramandaia
Release year: 1976
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Steve Barron
Battle of the Sexes
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Valerie Faris
Freiwillige Feuerwehr
Release year: 1976
April 20, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Angels
By: Billy Graham
Yes, angels exist. They are real and not figments of your imagination. "If we had spiritual eyes, we could see not only an evil world and its powers but also powerful angels.
The Russians
By: Hedrick Smith
Hedrick Smith did what all of us wish we could: He went to Russia and spoke to the people.
The Boys From Brazil
By: Ira Levin
The classic thriller about Dr. Josef Mengele and his nightmarish plot for the restoration of the Third Reich. Dr. Josef Mengele is alive and hiding in South America. He gathers former colleagues to embark on a terrifying project: the creation …
The Final Days
By: Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
The Final Days is a classic behind-the scenes account of Richard Nixon’s final months as President. Bernstein and Woodward play the taut post-Watergate White House of Nixon in a series of moments.
The Choirboys
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Los Angeles Police Department partners, they are haunted by the dark secrets of nightwatch-shared predawn drinks and the sex sessions they call "chore practice." Each one carries his cynicism as a bulletproof jockstrap. He has his horror story and his …
April 20, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Heavyweight Champ
F-1
The Amazing Maze Game
Indy 4
Bigfoot Bonkers
Who was the US President on April 20, 1976?
On April 20, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1976?
On April 20, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1976?
On April 20, 1976 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 1976?
1976 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
- NBC replaces the peacock logo
- Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances
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What was the calendar for April 1976?
April 1976 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.
