Tuesday June 20, 1978: on this day

June 20, 1978 was the 171st day of the year 1978, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is June 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 June 20, 1978, who was born and died on June 20, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb), movies (e.g. Heaven Can Wait, directed by Warren Beatty, Buck Henry), TV series (e.g. Heiter Bis Wolkig) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 20th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 20, 1978?


June 20, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 171st day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 1978 can also be written as 6/20/1978 in the US and as 20/6/1978 in UK and Europe.

June 20, 1978 in June 1978 calendar

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June 20, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 1978:

  • A shootout between provisional ira members and the british army leaves 1 civilian and 3 ira men dead.
  • 1978 iranian chinook shootdown: iranian helicopters stray into soviet airspace and are shot down.
  • Charon, a satellite of pluto, is discovered.
  • São tomé and príncipe recognizes the sahrawi arab democratic republic (sadr).

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June 20, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 20, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 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 June 20th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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June 20, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 20, 1978 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 20, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 08:14 pm and setting at 06:25 am.

The previous full moon was on May 22, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1978.

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Who was born on June 20, 1978?


Famous people born on June 20, 1978:

  • Mike Birbiglia
    Mike Birbiglia

    American comedian.

  • Benedicta Appiah

    Renowned soccer player who led her national team to multiple championships.

  • Frank Lampard

    Frank lampard is an english former professional footballer known for his successful career at chelsea fc and as one of the highest-scoring...

  • Luie Vito

    Famous for his innovative skateboarding tricks.

  • Quinton Jackson

    Quinton jackson is an american mixed martial artist known for his powerful striking and aggressive fighting style.

  • Kateleen Finley

    Kateleen Finley is a cybersecurity expert who has worked with government agencies and private companies to improve their security measures.

  • Judythe Ramirez

    Judythe Ramirez is an entrepreneur who founded a successful sustainable fashion brand.

  • Kiril Nedelchev

    Kiril Nedelchev is a Bulgarian politician who has served as a member of the National Assembly of Bulgaria since 2017.

  • Javani Walker

    Javani Walker is a former American football cornerback who played in the National Football League.

  • Nicholl Arrington

    American professional basketball player who played in the WNBA.

  • Artrell Staley

    Artrell Staley is a former American football defensive back who played in the National Football League.

  • Stepfanie Ramirez

    Stepfanie Ramirez is a neuroscientist who specializes in the study of the human brain and its functions.

  • Osten Frazier

    Osten Frazier was an American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League.

  • Miriam Levy

    Astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets and planetary systems.

  • Flame Williams

    Flame Williams is a rising novelist known for her gripping storytelling.

  • Jan-Paul Saeijs

    Dutch footballer.

  • LaVar Arrington

    American football player and sportscaster.

  • Zoe Saldana

    Actress.

Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:

  • Nicole Kidman
    Nicole Kidman

    American actress, known for her energetic roles and her marriage to tom cruise.

  • Lionel Richie
    Lionel Richie

    Lionel richie is an american r&b singer known for hits like 'hello' and 'all night long'.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Brian Wilson
    Brian Wilson

    American musician and the eccentric genius behind "the beach boys", a composer and producer, who quit touring with the group at the age of...

  • Errol Flynn
    Errol Flynn

    Australian-american actor.

  • John Goodman
    John Goodman

    American actor.

  • Martin Landau
    Martin Landau

    He was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies.

  • Audie Murphy
    Audie Murphy

    American actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.

  • Anne Murray
    Anne Murray

    Canadian-american country and contemporary pop singer, who has won numerous awards.

  • Dreama Walker
    Dreama Walker

    American actress.

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June 20, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 9 months old,

or 549 months and 8 days old,

or 2388 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16718 days old,

if you were born on June 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 June 20, 1978?

There are 84 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on June 20, 1978.

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June 20, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 20, 1978:

  • Mark Robson

    Canadian-born producer and film director (d. 1978).

  • Karel G Bakker

    Actor (coffee house) dies at 66.

  • Edward Temme
  • Eugene DeVerdi
  • Todor Živanović
  • Mario Romoli

What famous deaths happened on June 20th?

Famous deaths on June 20th:

  • Ina Balin
    Ina Balin

    American actress known for her roles in films like 'From the Terrace' and 'The Comancheros.

  • Estelle Winwood
    Estelle Winwood

    Actress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99.

  • Xylan Nova

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Undray Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Clee Harper

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and inspired change.

  • Adaja Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

  • Charmeka Johnson

    Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.

  • Muriah Khan

    Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Ceria Malam

    Captured stunning black and white images of urban landscapes.

  • Jimel Johnson

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

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June 20, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 20, 1978:

  • American Radio Relay League ? Bring your Handy-Talky to Work Day
  • West Virginia ? West Virginia Day.
  • Flag Day in Argentina (1938).
  • UNHCR - World Refugee Day.
  • Ancient Latvia ? Zalu Diena.
  • Roman Empire ? Festival in honor of Summanus.
  • Day of The Royal Victorian Order.

Observances on June 20, 1978:

  • World Refugee Day
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June 20, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 20, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 19th and June 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 20, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shadow Dancing
  2. - Baker Street
  3. - It's A Heartache
  4. - You're The One That I Want
  5. - Take A Chance On Me

June 20, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 20, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You're The One That I Want
  2. - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
  3. - The Boy From New York City
  4. - The Smurf Song
  5. - Miss You

June 20, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 1978 was Use Ta Be My Girl by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Use Ta Be My Girl
  2. - Close The Door
  3. - The Grooveline
  4. - Runaway Love
  5. - Dukey Stick (Part One)

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June 20, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 20, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Heaven Can Wait

Heaven Can Wait

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Warren Beatty, Buck Henry

Starring: Warren Beatty, James Mason, Julie Christie, Jack Warden

Country: United States of America

The Wild Geese

The Wild Geese

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Andrew V. McLaglen

Starring: Richard Burton, Roger Moore, Richard Harris, Hardy Krüger

Country: United States of America

Good Guys Wear Black

Good Guys Wear Black

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Ted Post

Starring: Chuck Norris, Anne Archer, James Franciscus, Lloyd Haynes

Country: United States of America

Ecce bombo

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

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

June 20, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 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:

Heiter bis wolkig

Heiter bis wolkig

Release year: 1978

High Hopes

High Hopes

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Joe Eckardt

Rumpole of the Bailey

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

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

June 20, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 20, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Amityville Horror by Jay Anson

The Amityville Horror

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The Lutz family moved into their new Long Island home in suburban Long Island in December 1975. George and Kathleen Lutz were aware that Ronald DeFeo had murdered his brothers and parents one year prior.

The Women'S Room by Marilyn French

The Women'S Room

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The bestseller of twenty-one million copies is now available again for a new generation. First published in 1977, The Women's Room was an original novel that explored the inner lives and experiences of women.

A Stranger Is Watching by Mary Higgins Clark

A Stranger Is Watching

By:

Ronald Thompson is aware that he didn't kill Nina Peterson... but the state of Connecticut will soon take his life after proving him guilty through due process of law.

Illusions by Richard Bach

Illusions

By:

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 …

Final Payments by Mary Gordon

Final Payments

By:

Isabel Moore, thirty years old, is suddenly released from the eleven-years of unbroken care she received from a helpless father.

June 20, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 20, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)

Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Superman

Superman

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action-Adventure

Publisher: Atari

Gee Bee

Gee Bee

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Gremlin Industries

Slot Racers

Slot Racers

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action, Maze

Publisher: Atari

Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio

Santa Paravia en Fiumaccio

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Strategy

history

Who was the US President on June 20, 1978?

On June 20, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 1978?

On June 20, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 20, 1978?

On June 20, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about June 20th?

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

  • 2019 - After it was allegedly violating iranian airspace, the islamic revolutionary guard corps shot down an american rq-4 global hawk spy plane.
  • 2018 - Sinking of the mv sinar bangun. the ferry, designed to carry 43 passengers, sinks at tigaras, lake toba in north sumatra. 192 people are reported missing.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: after russia threatened that any u.s.-led coalition aircraft flying west of euphrates would be considered a target, the royal australian air force (raaf), suspends combat operations against isil in syria. (the guardian). a u.s. f-15 destroys an iranian shahed 129 drone close to the jordan-syria border, where u.s. ground troops are based.

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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 June 1978?

June 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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 June 1978 calendar looked like.

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