Wednesday September 20, 1978: on this day

September 20, 1978 was the 263rd day of the year 1978, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is September 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 September 20, 1978, who was born and died on September 20, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 20, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boogie Oogie Oogie by Taste Of Honey, A), movies (e.g. Death on the Nile, directed by John Guillermin), TV series (e.g. Apple Pie) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was September 20, 1978?


September 20, 1978 was a Wednesday and it was the 263rd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 20, 1978 can also be written as 9/20/1978 in the US and as 20/9/1978 in UK and Europe.

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September 20, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 20, 1978:

  • Eubie! opens at ambassador theater nyc for 439 performances
  • Yamada mumon roshi visits benedictine abbey of maria laach germany
  • General rahimuddin khan assumes the post of martial law governor of balochistan.
  • Psa flight 182, a boeing 727, collides with a small private airplane and crashes in san diego, california 144 are killed.
  • Giuseppe verdi's opera ''otello'' makes its first appearance on live from the met, in a complete production of the opera starring jon vickers. this is the first complete television broadcast of the opera in the u.s. since the historic 1948 one.

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 20th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

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

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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 20, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on September 20th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 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 September 20, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 09:30 pm and setting at 11:42 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1978.

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Who was born on September 20, 1978?


Famous people born on September 20, 1978:

  • Charlie Weber
    Charlie Weber

    American actor.

  • Selen Koc

    Chairperson of Koc Holding, one of the largest conglomerates in Turkey.

  • Beda Takahashi

    Beda Takahashi was a professional swimmer who competed in the Olympics and won several medals.

  • Zasha Levine

    Zasha Levine is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Airbnb, a leading online marketplace for vacation rentals.

  • Samayra Gupta

    Samayra Gupta is the Chief Operating Officer of a leading multinational corporation, known for her strategic leadership and business acumen.

  • Areyana Patel

    Areyana Patel is a prominent business executive and the CEO of a multinational corporation.

  • Ellysa Roberts

    Ellysa Roberts is a renowned investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on government corruption and corporate misconduct.

  • Akylah Carter

    Akylah Carter is a renowned investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on government corruption.

  • Nakima Sharma

    Nakima Sharma is a renowned investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on corruption and human rights abuses.

  • Tondalaya Simmons

    Tondalaya Simmons is a Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter known for her powerful vocals and soulful music.

  • Aydrien Sinclair

    Aydrien Sinclair is a respected news anchor and reporter, known for her in-depth coverage of international affairs.

  • Brode Perry

    Co-founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Alaiia Becker

    Alaiia Becker is a highly respected business executive who has held leadership roles in several Fortune 500 companies.

  • Mylasia Nguyen

    Mylasia Nguyen is a highly respected business executive who has held leadership roles in several Fortune 500 companies.

  • Laporsche Fisher

    Renowned actress known for her roles in various films and TV shows.

  • Jaleiah Khan

    Jaleiah Khan is a renowned investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on corruption and human rights abuses.

  • Breuna Jameson

    Breuna Jameson is a prominent business executive and the CEO of a multinational corporation.

  • Jakylah Daniels

    Jakylah Daniels is a renowned investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on government corruption.

  • Areyana Frazier

    Areyana Frazier is an award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social and political issues.

  • Jhanae Wilkins

    Jhanae Wilkins is the Chief Operating Officer of a leading technology company, known for her strategic leadership and innovative approach.

Whose famous birthday is on September 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 20th:

  • Sophia Loren
    Sophia Loren

    Italian actress and beauty queen, she is considered the eighth natural wonder of the world by many.

  • Maggie Cheung
    Maggie Cheung

    Maggie cheung is a hong kong actress known for her roles in acclaimed films such as 'in the mood for love' and 'hero'.

  • Asia Argento
    Asia Argento

    Italian actress and well-known family member, dario argento is her father and daria nicolodi is her mother.

  • Jon Bernthal
    Jon Bernthal

    Jon bernthal is an american actor known for his roles in the walking dead, the punisher, and the wolf of wall street.

  • Sabine Azéma
    Sabine Azéma

    French actress and director on the film and stage, she was born to a lawyer from ra (c)union and graduated from paris conservatory.

  • Moon Bloodgood
    Moon Bloodgood

    American actress and model.

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Ryan Donowho
    Ryan Donowho

    American producer and actor.

  • Gary Cole
    Gary Cole

    American actor.

  • Kenneth More
    Kenneth More

    British actor.

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


You are 45 years 7 months old,

or 547 months and 6 days old,

or 2379 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16655 days old,

if you were born on September 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 September 20, 1978?

There are 147 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday September 20th 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on September 20, 1978:

  • Ladislaus Faragó

    Ladislaus Faragó was a Hungarian journalist and editor who worked for several Hungarian newspapers and magazines.

  • Lillie Rosa

    Lillie Rosa was a prominent political figure who championed social justice causes.

  • Lorenzo Garza

What famous deaths happened on September 20th?

Famous deaths on September 20th:

  • Polly Bergen
    Polly Bergen

    American actress, singer, tv star, and businesswoman.

  • Jim Croce
    Jim Croce

    Vocalist (time in a bottle) dies in a plane accident at 30.

  • Jack Larson
    Jack Larson

    American playwright and producer of actors (d. 2015).

  • Richard Dix
    Richard Dix

    American actor.

  • Glenn Strange
    Glenn Strange

    Actor (sam, the bartender-gunsmoke), is killed at 74.

  • Roy Kinnear
    Roy Kinnear

    Actor (casanova.

  • Renatha Muller

    Renowned physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Lynnsie Johnson

    Pioneering scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of genetics.

  • Lorann Koval

    Prolific writer known for her bestselling novels that captivated readers worldwide.

  • Kastin Lopez

    Acclaimed painter whose works continue to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide.

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

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September 20, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 20, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 18th and September 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on September 20, 1978 was Boogie Oogie Oogie by Taste Of Honey, A, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

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

The music chart in the USA on September 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boogie Oogie Oogie
  2. - Kiss You All Over
  3. - Hopelessly Devoted To You
  4. - Three Times A Lady
  5. - An Everlasting Love

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

The number 1 song in the UK on September 20, 1978 was Three Times A Lady by The Commodores, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

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

The music chart in the UK on September 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Three Times A Lady
  2. - Dreadlock Holiday
  3. - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
  4. - It's Raining
  5. - Oh What A Circus

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

The number 1 R&B song on September 20, 1978 was Got To Get You Into My Life by Earth, Wind & Fire, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

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

The R&B music chart on September 20, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Got To Get You Into My Life
  2. - Holding On (When Love Is Gone)
  3. - Take Me I'm Yours
  4. - One Nation Under A Groove
  5. - What You Waiting For

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

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

Death on the Nile

Death on the Nile

Release year: 1978

Directed by: John Guillermin

Starring: Peter Ustinov, Mia Farrow, Simon MacCorkindale, Jane Birkin

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

Death Force

Death Force

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Cirio H. Santiago

Starring: James Iglehart, Carmen Argenziano, Leon Isaac Kennedy, Jayne Kennedy

Cheerleaders Beach Party

Cheerleaders Beach Party

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alex E. Goitein

Starring: Lynn Hastings, Jamie Jensen, Elizabeth Loredan, Gloria Upson

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

The most popular TV Series on September 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:

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Howard Goldberg

Taxi

Taxi

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Daniel Ray

Ausgerissen! Was nun?

Ausgerissen! Was nun?

Release year: 1978

Under the Same Sun

Under the Same Sun

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Sameh Zoabi

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

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

Phasor Zap

Phasor Zap

Platform: Apple II

Publisher: The Elektrik Keyboard

MUD1

MUD1

Platform: Platform independent

Genre: Fantasy MUD

Slot Racers

Slot Racers

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action, Maze

Publisher: Atari

A Game of Concentration

A Game of Concentration

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Concentration

Publisher: Atari

Sky Diver

Sky Diver

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Windows PlayStation 2 Xbox

Genre: Action

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

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Who was the US President on September 20, 1978?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on September 20, 1978?

On September 20, 1978 the Pope was John Paul I.

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What is special about September 20th?

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

  • 2018 - Mercury prize: wolf alice wins 2018 hyundai mercury prize with visions of a life.
  • 2017 - Economy in the united states: the u.s. federal reserve announced that its benchmark interest rate would not change in october, but it anticipates an increase at the end of 2019. it also expects three additional increases in 2018 as well as two more in 2019. the federal reserve has also announced that its balance sheet reduction program would begin in october.
  • 2016 - After street violence in the democratic republic of the congo between protesters against president joseph kabila and security force left at least 44 people dead, armed men wearing military uniforms set fire to the headquarters of the main opposition union for democracy and social progress in kinshasa (dr congo), killing at least two.

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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 September 1978?

September 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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 September 1978 calendar looked like.

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