Monday August 20, 1979: on this day

August 20, 1979 was the 232nd day of the year 1979, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 20, 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 August 20, 1979, who was born and died on August 20, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 20, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. My Sharona by The Knack), movies (e.g. Org, directed by Fernando Birri), TV series (e.g. Ride On Stranger) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 20th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 20, 1979?


August 20, 1979 was a Monday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1979 can also be written as 8/20/1979 in the US and as 20/8/1979 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1979 in August 1979 calendar

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August 20, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 20, 1979:

  • India premier charan singh resigns
  • Singer vikki carr and michael nilsson wed
  • The east coast main line rail route between england and scotland is restored when the penmanshiel diversion opens.
  • Grenada recognizes the sahrawi arab democratic republic (sadr).

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August 20, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 20, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Goat 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 August 20th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 20, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 20, 1979 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 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 August 20, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:12 am and setting at 07:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 08, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1979.

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Who was born on August 20, 1979?


Famous people born on August 20, 1979:

  • Valeriano Ferrer

    Talented football player who played for several top clubs.

  • Kimberly Stewart

    American rock star rod stewart's daughter with his wife alana.

  • Jamie Cullum

    English singer-songwriter and pianist.

  • Cory Sullivan

    American baseball player.

  • Sarah Borwell

    English tennis player.

  • Haha

    South korean entertainer.

  • Tara Shaffer

    Miss ohio teen usa (1996).

  • Stuart Malcolm
  • Lorenzo Moretti
  • Marco Cortesi
  • Vitalij Kolesnik
  • Mandy Leach
  • Alexander Nouri
  • Preston Shumpert
  • Johan Markusson

Whose famous birthday is on August 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 20th:

  • Andrew Garfield
    Andrew Garfield

    Andrew garfield is a british-american actor known for his roles in the social network and the amazing spider-man series.

  • Amy Adams
    Amy Adams

    Amy adams is an american actress known for her versatile roles in films such as enchanted, american hustle, and arrival.

  • Demi Lovato
    Demi Lovato

    American singer-songwriter, musician, and actress.

  • Fred Durst
    Fred Durst

    Fred durst is an american singer best known as the lead vocalist of the band limp bizkit.

  • Misha Collins
    Misha Collins

    American actor and director.

  • Ben Barnes
    Ben Barnes

    Ben barnes is an english actor known for his roles in the chronicles of narnia series and the tv series westworld.

  • James Marsters
    James Marsters

    James marsters is an american actor best known for his role as the vampire spike in the television series buffy the vampire slayer.

  • Gerald McRaney
    Gerald McRaney

    Gerald mcraney is an american actor known for his roles in television series such as simon & simon, major dad, and this is us.

  • Ron Paul
    Ron Paul

    American politician and physician, paul is an active member and nominee of the libertarian party for president in 1988.

  • Joan Allen
    Joan Allen

    American actress who can play both lead and supporting roles on screen and stage.

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August 20, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 7 months old,

or 535 months and 8 days old,

or 2327 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16292 days old,

if you were born on August 20, 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 August 20, 1979?

There are 145 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 20, 1979.

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August 20, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 20, 1979:

  • Christian Dotremont

    Belgian writer and painter (born 1922).

  • Gérald Cottier

What famous deaths happened on August 20th?

Famous deaths on August 20th:

  • Jerry Lewis
    Jerry Lewis

    American comedian, writer, actor and producer.

  • Ilona Massey
    Ilona Massey

    Hungarian-born American actress and singer who appeared in several Hollywood films.

  • Phyllis Diller
    Phyllis Diller

    American comedian who burst onto the stage in san francisco in 1954 wearing a sequined minidress, an orange fright-wig and gold ankle-high...

  • Ulla Jacobsson
    Ulla Jacobsson

    Swedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.

  • Ruhama Goldberg

    Esteemed researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Aulora Smith

    Bestselling author known for her captivating novels that have touched the hearts of many.

  • Elmore Leonard

    Elmore Leonard was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Negro leagues.

  • Otillia Lindemann

    Renowned German soprano known for her performances in leading opera houses.

  • Duru Bilge

    Renowned Turkish novelist and playwright.

  • Sircharles Sedley

    Celebrated playwright of the Restoration era.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 20th

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August 20, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 20, 1979:

  • Morocco - Revolution of the King and the People Day
  • RC saints - Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
  • Estonia - Restoration Day
  • Hungary - St. Stephen's day, the main national holiday in Hungary
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Asmá (Names) - First day of the ninth month of the Bahá'f Calendar
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August 20, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 20, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 20, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 1979 was My Sharona by The Knack, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 20, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - My Sharona
  2. - Good Times
  3. - The Main Event & Fight
  4. - After The Love Has Gone
  5. - Bad Girls

August 20, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 1979 was I Don't Like Mondays by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 20, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Don't Like Mondays
  2. - We Don't Talk Anymore
  3. - Angeleyes / Voulez Vous
  4. - Can't Stand Losing You
  5. - Reasons To Be Cheerful (Part 3)

August 20, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 20, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Good Times
  2. - After The Love Has Gone
  3. - Turn Off The Lights
  4. - Found A Cure
  5. - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough

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August 20, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 20, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Org

Org

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Fernando Birri

Starring: Terence Hill, Lidija Juracik, Isaac Twen Obu, Nolika Pareda

Ernesto

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

Home Movies

Home Movies

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Starring: Nancy Allen, Mary Davenport, Kirk Douglas, Vincent Gardenia

Org

Org

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Fernando Birri

Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza

Country: Italy

Kaala Patthar

Kaala Patthar

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Yash Chopra

Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Shatrughan Sinha, Rakhee Gulzar

August 20, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 20, 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:

Ride on Stranger

Ride on Stranger

Release year: 1979

Jigsaw

Jigsaw

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Michael Spierig

The Mallens

The Mallens

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian Mills

240-Robert

240-Robert

Release year: 1979

Country: United States of America

Stone

Stone

Release year: 1979

Country: United States of America

August 20, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 20, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mommie Dearest by Christina Crawford

Mommie Dearest

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Mommie Dearest, a memoir and expose by Christina Crawford (adopted daughter of Joan Crawford), is written by Christina Crawford. The book depicts Christina's childhood as well as her relationship with her mother.

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

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"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON

The White Album by Joan Didion

The White Album

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The White Album was first published in 1979. It records the turmoil and aftermaths that took place in the 1960s. The White Album examines key figures and trends from the era, including Charles Manson and the Black Panthers.

Cruel Shoes by Steve Martin

Cruel Shoes

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Cruel Shoes

There'S No Such Place As Far Away by Richard Bach

There'S No Such Place As Far Away

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Rae Hansen, a five-year-old girl from Texas, invited Richard Bach to her fifth birthday party. Rae and Richard were separated by thousands of miles, through storms, deserts, mountains, and even a thousand miles.

August 20, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 20, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Invasion Orion

Invasion Orion

Platform: PET, TRS-80, Apple II, Atari 8-bit

Genre: Sci-Fi strategy game

Publisher: Epyx

Head On

Head On

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Driving, Maze

Publisher: Sega/Gremlin

Star Trek: Phaser Strike

Star Trek: Phaser Strike

Platform: Microvision

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Milton Bradley

Bomb Bee

Bomb Bee

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: Namco

Space Fever

Space Fever

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

history

Who was the US President on August 20, 1979?

On August 20, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 1979?

On August 20, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 20, 1979?

On August 20, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 20th?

August 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of August. 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 August 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - Terrorism in europe. a man storms into a mossos-d'esquadra station carrying a knife and is shot by an officer. the incident is being treated as an attempt to terrorist attack by police.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war: battle of tal afar 2017: iraqi security forces launch a ground offensive, along with shi'ite volunteers, kurdish peshmerga fighters and shi'ite volunteers, to retake tal afar from the islamic state of iraq (isil) militants. since the liberation of mosul, the city has been isolated and is now in the hands of isil.
  • 2016 - Gaziantep bombing. a suicide bomber attacks a kurdish wedding celebration at gaziantep in turkey, killing at least 22 and wounding 94. (reuters),

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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 August 1979?

August 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

Discover how August 1979 calendar looked like.

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