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April 20, 1978 was the 110th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 20, 1978 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, 1978, who was born and died on April 20, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Night Fever by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Ecce bombo, directed by Nanni Moretti), TV series (e.g. High Hopes) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1978?
- April 20, 1978: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1978?
- April 20, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1978?
What day of the week was April 20, 1978?
April 20, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 110th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1978 can also be written as 4/20/1978 in the US and as 20/4/1978 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1978:
- Korean airlines flight 007 shot down by soviets in russian airspace
April 20, 1978: 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, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Horse personality and how the Earth 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 April 20th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 20, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1978 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, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 04:08 pm and setting at 04:18 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1978.
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Who was born on April 20, 1978?
Famous people born on April 20, 1978:
![Clayne Crawford]()
Clayne CrawfordAmerican producer and director of actor.
- Yahmir Amir
Yahmir Amir is a renowned philanthropist who has dedicated his life to supporting various charitable causes and initiatives.
- Brezlyn Wilkins
Brezlyn Wilkins is the founder and CEO of a successful tech startup that has revolutionized the way people interact with their smart...
- Laval Dupuis
Laval Dupuis is a Canadian entrepreneur and the co-founder of Shopify, a leading e-commerce platform for online stores.
- Jozee Mercado
Jozee Mercado is a renowned chef who has gained recognition for her innovative culinary creations.
- Danashia Takahashi
Danashia Takahashi is a renowned neuroscientist who specializes in the study of the human brain and its functions.
- Jenissa Patel
Jenissa Patel is a renowned author whose novels have been critically acclaimed and have gained a wide readership.
- Lunah Fernandez
Lunah Fernandez is a renowned geneticist who has contributed to the field of personalized medicine through her research on genetic markers...
- Meeya Fernandez
Meeya Fernandez is a Spanish climatologist who has made significant contributions to the understanding of climate change and its impact on...
- Jaxxen Müller
Jaxxen Müller is a renowned neuroscientist who has made significant contributions to the understanding of the human brain and its functions.
- Brynlea Patel
Brynlea Patel is a renowned geneticist who has contributed to the development of personalized medicine.
- Kayslee Patel
Kayslee Patel is a renowned neuroscientist who has studied the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes.
- Raylinn Takahashi
Raylinn Takahashi is a renowned geneticist who has contributed to the field of personalized medicine.
- Adahlia Takahashi
Adahlia Takahashi is a serial entrepreneur who has founded several successful businesses in the hospitality and retail sectors.
- Averianna Delacroix
Averianna Delacroix is a French novelist known for her sweeping historical novels that blend captivating storytelling with meticulous...
- Kristion Eriksson
Kristion Eriksson is a Swedish singer-songwriter and guitarist who has released several critically acclaimed albums.
- Donni Russo
Donni Russo is an Italian-American chef known for his innovative and award-winning cuisine.
- Casten Bergström
Casten Bergström is a Swedish novelist known for his critically acclaimed novels that explore themes of identity, relationships, and social...
- Lenah Abdelhamid
Lenah Abdelhamid is an Egyptian journalist and news anchor who has covered major events in the Middle East.
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, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years and 4 days old,
or 552 months and 4 days old,
or 2400 weeks and 6 days old,
or 16806 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 1978.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, 1978?
There are 361 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, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 20, 1978.
April 20, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1978:
- Jean Babelon
- Agostino Giambelli
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, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1978:
- 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, 1978:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1978:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 17th and April 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Night Fever
- Yvonne Elliman - If I Can't Have You
- Barry Manilow - Can't Smile Without You
- Eric Clapton - Lay Down Sally
- Roberta Flack - The Closer I Get To You
April 20, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1978 was Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs by Brian & Michael, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brian & Michael - Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs
- Showaddywaddy - I Wonder Why
- Blondie - Denis
- Suzi Quatro - If You Can't Give Me Love
April 20, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1978 was Too Much, Too Little, Too Late by Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
- Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway - The Closer I Get To You
- Bootsy's Rubber Band - Bootzilla
- George Benson - On Broadway
- Peter Brown With Betty Wright - Dance With Me
April 20, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Ecce bombo
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Nanni Moretti
Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci
Country: Italy
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
F.I.S.T
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Norman Jewison
Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Rod Steiger, Peter Boyle, Melinda Dillon
Country: United States of America
Besharam
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Deven Verma
Starring: Sharmila Tagore, Amitabh Bachchan, Bindu, Helen
Boarding School
Release year: 1978
Directed by: André Farwagi
Starring: Nastassja Kinski, Gerry Sundquist, Stefano D'Amato, Gabriele Blum
April 20, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
High Hopes
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Joe Eckardt
Rumpole of the Bailey
Release year: 1978
Starring: Leo McKern, Jonathan Coy, Julian Curry, Marion Mathie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
Vega$
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
April 20, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Illusions
By: Richard Bach
A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …
The Honorable Schoolboy
By: John le Carré
Franklin Center, PA: Franklin Library / First Edition Society 1977. First edition. Full-leather. Bound in orange brown leather full leather with raised band, gilt-decorated, -titled, all edges are gilt
The Holcroft Covenant
By: Robert Ludlum
The Fourth Reich is on the verge of forming, and the only person who can stop it from arising is about to sign its birth certificates.
Scruples
By: Judith Krantz
Scruples is the first novel to make publishing history. It's widely regarded as the best novel ever about the extravagant lifestyle of the Beverly Hills boutique owner and its employees.
The Black Marble
By: Joseph Wambaugh
He is a damned fine cop. A homicide detective wrapped around a Smith & Wesson.38 bottle and a vodka can.
April 20, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Video Pinball
Space Invaders
Atari Football
Sky Diver
Blasto
Who was the US President on April 20, 1978?
On April 20, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1978?
On April 20, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1978?
On April 20, 1978 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 1978?
1978 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
- Funeral of Pope Paul VI
- Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar
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What was the calendar for April 1978?
April 1978 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.
