Saturday January 20, 1973: on this day

January 20, 1973 was the 20th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is January 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 January 20, 1973, who was born and died on January 20, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 20, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. You're So Vain by Carly Simon), movies (e.g. Baba Yaga, directed by Corrado Farina), TV series (e.g. Lawinenpatrouille) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 20th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 20, 1973?


January 20, 1973 was a Saturday and it was the 20th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 20, 1973 can also be written as 1/20/1973 in the US and as 20/1/1973 in UK and Europe.

January 20, 1973 in January 1973 calendar

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January 20, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 20, 1973:

  • U.s. president richard nixon is inaugurated for his second term.
  • Amílcar cabral, leader of the independence movement in guinea-bissau and cape verde, is assassinated in conakry, guinea.

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January 20, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 20th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 20, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 20, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Water 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 January 20th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 20, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 20, 1973 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 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 January 20, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 07:24 pm and setting at 08:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Who was born on January 20, 1973?


Famous people born on January 20, 1973:

  • Benjamin Biolay

    French singer, musician and songwriter.

  • Princess Mathilde Duchess of Brabant

    Princess mathilde duchess of brabant is a member of the belgian royal family and the wife of king philippe of belgium.

  • Stephen Crabb

    Scottish-welsh politician, secretary of state for wales.

  • Mathilde

    Queen mathilde of belgium.

  • Eddie Kennison

    Wide receiver (saint louis rams).

  • Mathilde D'Udekem D'Acoz

    Belgian royalty married crown prince philippe.

  • Princess Mathilde

    Duchess of brabant.

  • Josh Weston

    American porn actor (d.2012).

  • Queen Mathilde of Belgium
  • Roland Harrah III
  • Miroslav Berić
  • Ruslan Hončarov
  • Juan José Jayo
  • Cristian Paulucci

Whose famous birthday is on January 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 20th:

  • Paul Stanley
    Paul Stanley

    Paul stanley is a guitarist best known as the co-lead vocalist and frontman of the rock band kiss.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Erin Wasson
    Erin Wasson

    Erin wasson is a prominent american model known for her work with top fashion brands and her appearances in international fashion magazines.

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Bill Maher
    Bill Maher

    American comedian, host of humorous tv shows "politically incorrect", (1997) and "aeuroereal time with bill maheraeur" (2003).

  • Omar Sy
    Omar Sy

    French actor best known for his roles in omar et fred and fred testot as fred testot.

  • Lorenzo Lamas
    Lorenzo Lamas

    American actor, tv soap star, and sex symbol.

  • Duniya Vijay
    Duniya Vijay

    Duniya vijay is an indian actor known for his work in kannada cinema.

  • Rainn Wilson
    Rainn Wilson

    Rainn wilson is an american actor best known for his role as dwight schrute on the television series the office.

  • DeForest Kelley
    DeForest Kelley

    Deforest kelley was an american actor best known for his role as dr.

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January 20, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 2 months old,

or 614 months and 30 days old,

or 2673 weeks and 6 days old,

or 18717 days old,

if you were born on January 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 January 20, 1973?

There are 276 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 20, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 20, 1973.

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January 20, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 20, 1973:

  • Amilcar Cabral

    Guinean and Cape Verdean revolutionary leader and anti-colonialist thinker.

  • Lorenz Böhler

    Austrian author and physician (d. 1973).

  • Alberto Augusto
  • Julio Buchs
  • Antonio Torrini
  • Raul Pilla

What famous deaths happened on January 20th?

Famous deaths on January 20th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Audrey Hepburn
    Audrey Hepburn

    Belgian actress, humanitarian and dancer who started as a ballet student.

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Meat Loaf
    Meat Loaf

    American singer, known as the wild man of rock opera.

  • Johnny Weissmuller
    Johnny Weissmuller

    Romanian-born american actor and swimmer who won five olympic medals as well as numerous world records.

  • Mira Furlan
    Mira Furlan

    Mira Furlan was a talented actress known for her roles in 'Babylon 5' and 'Lost.

  • Louis Seigner
    Louis Seigner

    Mathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.

  • Carl Switzer
    Carl Switzer

    Actor (alfalfa - our gang), shot to death at 31.

  • Isaly Hepburn

    Isaly Hepburn was a celebrated British actress and fashion icon, known for her roles in classic films such as 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and...

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January 20, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 20, 1973:

  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Aquarius.
  • Euthymus
  • Desiderius
  • Meinrad
  • Epiphanius of Pavia
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Sebastian
  • Presidential Inauguration Day in the United States.
  • The Eve of St. Agnes.

Saints celebrated on January 20, 1973:

  • Saint Fabian
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January 20, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 20, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 15th and January 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 20, 1973 was You're So Vain by Carly Simon, according to the music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You're So Vain
  2. - Superstition
  3. - Me And Mrs. Jones
  4. - Crocodile Rock
  5. - Your Mama Don't Dance

January 20, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 20, 1973 was Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond, according to the music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 20, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Long Haired Lover From Liverpool
  2. - Blockbuster
  3. - The Jean Genie
  4. - You're So Vain
  5. - Solid Gold Easy Action

January 20, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 20, 1973 was Superstition by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 20, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 20, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Superstition
  2. - Why Can't We Live Together
  3. - The World Is A Ghetto
  4. - Trouble Man
  5. - Superfly

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January 20, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 20, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Baba Yaga

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

Manson

Manson

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jim Van Bebber

Revolver

Revolver

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Sergio Sollima

Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta

Country: Italy

Ulzana's Raid

Ulzana's Raid

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Bruce Davison, Jorge Luke, Richard Jaeckel

Country: United States of America

Sisters

Sisters

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Starring: Margot Kidder, Jennifer Salt, Charles Durning, William Finley

Country: United States of America

January 20, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 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:

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

The Bobby Darin Show

The Bobby Darin Show

Release year: 1973

Starring: Bobby Darin, Richard Bakalyan, Roger Carroll, Geoff Edwards

Country: United States of America

Dead of Night

Dead of Night

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Release year: 1972

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

January 20, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 20, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

By:

The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …

The Peter Prescription by Laurence J. Peter

The Peter Prescription

By:

Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.

Open Marriage by Nena and George O'Neill

Open Marriage

By:

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Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution

By:

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

The Best And The Brightest

By:

"A rich, entertaining and profound reading experience." The New York Times "The most complete saga about how America got involved in Vietnam."

January 20, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 20, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on January 20, 1973?

On January 20, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 20, 1973?

On January 20, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 20, 1973?

On January 20, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 20th?

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

  • 2019 - Conflict in northern mali: ten united nations peacekeepers have been killed in an islamist militant attack at their base in mali’s northern kidal region.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: northwestern syria campaign (october 2017-present). the syrian army seizes the abu al-duhur military airbase, idlib governorate.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil militants demolish part of palmyra’s ancient roman theatre. (bbc). an airstrike inflicts death on more than 40 jabhat fateh al-sham militants at a jihadist camp east of aleppo. the exact cause of the attack is unknown. (reuters),

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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 January 1973?

January 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1973 calendar looked like.

Saturday January 20, 1973