Wednesday June 20, 1979: on this day

June 20, 1979 was the 171st day of the year 1979, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is June 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 June 20, 1979, who was born and died on June 20, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hot Stuff by Donna Summer), movies (e.g. Moonraker, directed by Lewis Gilbert), TV series (e.g. The Mallens) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was June 20, 1979?


June 20, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 171st day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 1979 can also be written as 6/20/1979 in the US and as 20/6/1979 in UK and Europe.

June 20, 1979 in June 1979 calendar

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June 20, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 1979:

  • Bill stewart, abc television news correspondant, and his interpreter juan espinosa are executed by a nicaraguan national guard soldier while attempting to film war destruction in nicaragua. the murders are caught on tape, and the footage is later shown on news broadcasts.
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June 20, 1979: What were the magazines covers that day?

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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 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 June 20th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 20, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 02:55 am and setting at 05:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 10, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 1979.

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Who was born on June 20, 1979?


Famous people born on June 20, 1979:

  • Zsofia Morvai

    Hungarian astronomer known for her research on exoplanets.

  • Miku Kato

    Innovative painter known for bold use of colors.

  • Charlotte Hatherley

    English singer-songwriter/guitarist (ash nightnurse, client).

  • Baylen Brown

    Renowned chef and television personality, known for his innovative culinary creations.

  • Clinton Jay

    Known for his contributions to open-source software development.

  • Charles Howell III

    American golfer.

  • Cael Sanderson

    American freestyle wrestling champion.

  • Elis Meetua

    Estonian footballer.

  • Sydne Vogel

    Anchorage, alaska -- figure skater (1996 nw pac sr champ).

  • Ben (humorist)
  • Frédéric Cermeno
  • Sarah Stiles
  • James Vowles
  • Todd Matthews-Jouda
  • Masashi Motoyama
  • Jessica Pratt
  • Julie Fowlis

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


You are 44 years 8 months old,

or 536 months and 28 days old,

or 2334 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16344 days old,

if you were born on June 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 June 20, 1979?

There are 93 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, 1979?

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

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


Famous people died on June 20, 1979:

  • Arvid Andersen

    Norwegian footballer who played as a forward for the national team.

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.

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

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


Holidays on June 20, 1979:

  • 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, 1979:

  • World Refugee Day
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June 20, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 20, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 18th and June 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 1979 was Hot Stuff by Donna Summer, according to the music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

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

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hot Stuff
  2. - We Are Family
  3. - Ring My Bell
  4. - Just When I Needed You Most
  5. - Bad Girls

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 20, 1979 was Sunday Girl by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

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

The music chart in the UK on June 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sunday Girl
  2. - Dance Away
  3. - Are 'Friends' Electric
  4. - Boogie Wonderland

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

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

The R&B music chart on June 20, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Boogie Wonderland
  3. - Hot Stuff
  4. - Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now
  5. - We Are Family

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

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

Moonraker

Moonraker

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Lewis Gilbert

Starring: Roger Moore, Lois Chiles, Michael Lonsdale, Richard Kiel

Country: United States of America

Meatballs

Meatballs

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Ivan Reitman

Starring: Bill Murray, Harvey Atkin, Kate Lynch, Russ Banham

Country: United States of America

A Force of One

A Force of One

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Paul Aaron

Starring: Jennifer O'Neill, Chuck Norris, Clu Gulager, Ron O'Neal

Country: United States of America

The Double McGuffin

The Double McGuffin

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Joe Camp

Starring: Dion Pride, Greg Hodges, Jeff Nicholson, Vincent Spano

The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again

The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Vincent McEveety

Starring: Tim Conway, Don Knotts, Tim Matheson, Kenneth Mars

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

The most popular TV Series on June 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:

The Mallens

The Mallens

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian Mills

Carga Pesada

Carga Pesada

Release year: 1979

Thundercloud

Thundercloud

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Talon Clemow

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William G. Stewart

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

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

Cruel Shoes by Steve Martin

Cruel Shoes

By:

Cruel Shoes

Hanta Yo by Ruth Beebe Hill

Hanta Yo

By:

First edition.

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

By:

"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

Shibumi by Trevanian

Shibumi

By:

Nicholai Hül is the most wanted man in the world. He was born in Shanghai during World War I chaos. His parents were an aristocratic Russian mother, and a mysterious German father.

The Powers That Be by David Halberstam

The Powers That Be

By:

David Halberstam's powerful account of "The Powers That Be", which is brimming with the conflicts, personalities, and ambitions that changed the media from something that just followed the news to something that created it, is riveting.

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

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

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Barrier

Barrier

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Vectorbeam

Bowling

Bowling

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari

Galaxian

Galaxian

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway

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Who was the US President on June 20, 1979?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on June 20, 1979?

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

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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 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 June 1979?

June 1979 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.

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