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April 21, 1976 was the 112th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is April 21, 1976 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 21, 1976, who was born and died on April 21, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor), movies (e.g. Montana Trap, directed by Peter Schamoni), TV series (e.g. Saramandaia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 21st, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 21, 1976?
- April 21, 1976: What happened on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 21, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 21, 1976?
- April 21, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 21, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
- April 21, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 21, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 21, 1976?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1976?
- Who was the Pope on April 21, 1976?
What day of the week was April 21, 1976?
April 21, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 112th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 21, 1976 can also be written as 4/21/1976 in the US and as 21/4/1976 in UK and Europe.
April 21, 1976: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 21, 1976:
- Swine flu vaccine, for non-epidemic, enters testing.
- The great bookie robbery in melbourne: bandits steal a$1.4 million in bookmakers' settlements from queen street, melbourne.
April 21, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 21, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 21, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 21, 1976 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 1976 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 April 21, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 35% full, rising at 12:58 am and setting at 12:37 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1976 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1976.
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Who was born on April 21, 1976?
Famous people born on April 21, 1976:
- David Choe
Artist and entrepreneur known for his Facebook stock investment.
- Rommel Adducul
Filipino basketball player.
- Abir Goswami
Indian actor.
- Le Rat Luciano
- Hristo Zlatanov
- Sergej Jakovlev
- Thomas Hanselmann
- Josh McDaniels
- Sandrine Thiébaud-Kangni
- Daisuke Namikawa
Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:
![Elizabeth II]()
Elizabeth IIElizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
![Tony Danza]()
Tony DanzaTony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoyScottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy PopAmerican musician, a punk rocker.
![Christian Coma]()
Christian ComaChristian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.
![Rollo May]()
Rollo MayAmerican psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alana Ladd]()
Alana LaddAmerican celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.
![Claire Denis]()
Claire DenisParis, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
April 21, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years and 4 days old,
or 576 months and 4 days old,
or 2505 weeks and 1 day old,
or 17536 days old,
if you were born on April 21, 1976.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 April 21, 1976?
There are 361 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 21st 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1976?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1976.
April 21, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 21, 1976:
- Paride Pasqualetto
- Rinaldo Beretta
What famous deaths happened on April 21st?
Famous deaths on April 21st:
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Ursula Jeans]()
Ursula JeansSimla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").
![Charles 'Buddy' Rogers]()
Charles 'Buddy' RogersAmerican actor and musician (born in 1904).
![James Melton]()
James MeltonAmerican operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.
- Mark Twain
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Lymon Twain
Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
- Oaks Twain
Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
- Mackinsey Twain
Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...
- Rmoni Simone
Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.
- Samuel Clemens
Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...
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April 21, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 21, 1976:
- Rome - city birthday.
- Texas-San Jacinto Day
- Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
- Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
- Tiradentes - Brazil.
- Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.
Observances on April 21, 1976:
- World Creativity and Innovation Day
Saints celebrated on April 21, 1976:
- Saint Wolbodo
- Saint Konrad von Parzham
- Saint Anastasius I
- Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
April 21, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 21, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 19th and April 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 21, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 21, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
- Maxine Nightingale - Right Back Where We Started From
- The Sylvers - Boogie Fever
- Commodores - Sweet Love
April 21, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1976 was Save Your Kisses For Me by Brotherhood Of Man, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 21, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
- Abba - Fernando
- Barry White - You See The Trouble With Me
- John Miles - Music
- Hank Mizell - Jungle Rock
April 21, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1976 was Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 21, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 21, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The O'Jays - Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Al Wilson - I've Got A Feeling (we'll Be Seeing Each Other Aga
- The Tymes - It's Cool
- Dorothy Moore - Misty Blue
April 21, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 21, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Montana Trap
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Peter Schamoni
Starring: Hardy Krüger, Stephen Boyd, Anton Diffring, Friedrich von Ledebur
Mandinga
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Mario Pinzauti
Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo
Country: Italy
Burnt Offerings
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Karen Black, Oliver Reed, Burgess Meredith, Eileen Heckart
Country: United States of America
Stay Hungry
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Bob Rafelson
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Arnold Schwarzenegger, R.G. Armstrong
Country: United States of America
Todo modo
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Elio Petri
Starring: Gian Maria Volontè, Marcello Mastroianni, Mariangela Melato, Ciccio Ingrassia
Country: Italy
April 21, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 21, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Saramandaia
Release year: 1976
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Steve Barron
Battle of the Sexes
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Valerie Faris
Freiwillige Feuerwehr
Release year: 1976
April 21, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 21, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Gemini Contenders
By: Robert Ludlum
Salonika, Greece: December 1939. A clandestine order monks sets out on a desperate mission in the dark of night: transport a mysterious vault from a high-altitude hiding place to rescue a group of monks.
The Final Days
By: Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
The Final Days is a classic behind-the scenes account of Richard Nixon’s final months as President. Bernstein and Woodward play the taut post-Watergate White House of Nixon in a series of moments.
Spandau
By: Albert Speer
This book is among the most remarkable ever written. The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials convicted the prisoners of writing. They were forbidden to use any typewriters.
Ragtime
By: E. L. Doctorow
The Modern Library selected Ragtime as one of the 100 greatest novels of all-time. Published in 1975, Ragtime revolutionized our notion of what a novel can be.
A Man Called Intrepid
By: William Stevenson
New York Times Bestseller! The classic story of the superspy who built a vast intelligence network that helped defeat Nazi Germany in World War II. A Man Called Intrepid tells the story of William Stephenson, the mastermind of this first …
April 21, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 21, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
F-1
Sea Wolf
Indy 4
Sprint 2
Breakout
Who was the US President on April 21, 1976?
On April 21, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1976?
On April 21, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 21, 1976?
On April 21, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 21st?
April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of April. 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 April 21st, such as:
- 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).
What happened in 1976?
1976 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
- NBC replaces the peacock logo
- Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances
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What was the calendar for April 1976?
April 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
