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July 21, 1978 was the 202nd day of the year 1978, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Friday.
Is July 21, 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 July 21, 1978, who was born and died on July 21, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 21, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb), movies (e.g. Animal House, directed by John Landis), TV series (e.g. Heiter Bis Wolkig) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 21st, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 21, 1978?
- July 21, 1978: What happened on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 21, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 21, 1978?
- July 21, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- July 21, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- July 21, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 21, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 21, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 21, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on July 21, 1978?
What day of the week was July 21, 1978?
July 21, 1978 was a Friday and it was the 202nd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 21, 1978 can also be written as 7/21/1978 in the US and as 21/7/1978 in UK and Europe.
July 21, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 21, 1978:
- Bolivia milt coup under general juan pereda, president hugo banzer flees
- Us postal service and unions agree on a contract averting mail strike.
July 21, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 21st is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.
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July 21, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 21, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
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July 21, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 21, 1978 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 21, 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 July 21, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 91% full, rising at 09:24 pm and setting at 08:44 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 20, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 1978.
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Who was born on July 21, 1978?
Famous people born on July 21, 1978:
![Aashish Chaudhary]()
Aashish ChaudharyIndian actor known for his work in Hindi films and television.
![Josh Hartnett]()
Josh HartnettJosh hartnett is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pearl harbor, black hawk down, and lucky number slevin.
![Justin Bartha]()
Justin BarthaAmerican actor.
- Damian Marley
Damian Marley is a Jamaican reggae singer, songwriter, and rapper, and the youngest son of legendary reggae artist Bob Marley.
- Josselyne Desjardins
Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has released several critically acclaimed albums.
- Telly Leung
Telly Leung is an American actor and singer known for his roles in Broadway musicals.
- Americus Backers
Contemporary artist known for his vibrant and abstract paintings.
- Caron Todd
Contemporary poet with a unique style.
- Anderson da Silva Gibin
Brazilian footballer.
- Julian Huppert
English politician and academic.
- Gary Teale
Scottish footballer.
- Charlie Korsmo
Actor.
- Elliott Yamin
Musician.
- Brandon Heath
Country singer.
- Kyoko Iwasaki
Japanese swimmer.
Whose famous birthday is on July 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 21st:
![Robin Williams]()
Robin WilliamsAfter learning improv at l.a.
![Romeo Santos]()
Romeo SantosRomeo santos is a world music singer known for being the lead vocalist of the bachata group aventura and for his successful solo career.
![Sara Sampaio]()
Sara SampaioSara sampaio is a portuguese model known for her work with victoria's secret and sports illustrated.
![Don Knotts]()
Don KnottsDon knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.
![Charlotte Gainsbourg]()
Charlotte GainsbourgFrench-british actress, noted family, and the daughter of serge gainsbourg (singer-actress jane birkin).
![Jon Lovitz]()
Jon LovitzJon lovitz is an american comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and numerous film and television appearances.
![Jaime Murray]()
Jaime MurrayAn english actress who is best known for her roles as stacie monroe on bbc's "hustle" or lila west on showtime's "dexter".
![Norman Jewison]()
Norman JewisonCanadian-american film producer, actor, and founder of canadian film centre.
![Rory Culkin]()
Rory CulkinAmerican actor known for his roles in indie films and TV shows.
July 21, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 8 months old,
or 548 months and 29 days old,
or 2387 weeks
or 16709 days old,
if you were born on July 21, 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 July 21, 1978?
There are 93 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday July 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 21, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on July 21, 1978.
July 21, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 21, 1978:
- Waclaw Milik
Polish biologist who specialized in botany and plant physiology.
What famous deaths happened on July 21st?
Famous deaths on July 21st:
![Angharad Rees]()
Angharad ReesEnglish-welsh actress and jewellery designer (d. 2012).
![Basil Rathbone]()
Basil RathboneFor over 40 years, he was a south african-british actor on stage and in film.
![John Heard]()
John HeardAmerican actor with a boyish look and friendly manner who won the 1976-77 theatre world award.
![Herb Edelman]()
Herb EdelmanActor (odd couple st elsewhere) dies from emphysema aged 62.
- Leisel Mueller
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet known for her profound verses.
- Arwilda Davis
American sprinter who won multiple medals in international competitions.
- Adoria Klenk
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
- Bruk Dumitriu
Renowned Romanian painter known for his abstract works.
- Johnye Strickland
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
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July 21, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on July 21, 1978:
- St. Zoticus
- St. Victor of Marseilles
- St. Barhadbesciabus
- St. Arbogastus
- Catholic - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Praxedes
- Singapore: Racial Harmony Day
- Guam: Liberation Day (1944)
- Bolivia: Martyrs' Day
- Belgium: National holiday (1831 - inauguration of LTopold I, first king of the Belgians)
July 21, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 21, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 17th and July 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 21, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 21, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.
July 21, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
- Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
- The Rolling Stones - Miss You
- Bob Seger - Still The Same
- Donna Summer - Last Dance
July 21, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 21, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.
July 21, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
- Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
- Marshall Hain - Dancin' In The City
- Clout - Substitute
- The Motors - Airport
July 21, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 21, 1978 was You And I by Rick James, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.
July 21, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 21, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Rick James - You And I
- Quincy Jones - Stuff Like That
- A Taste Of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie
- Commodores - Three Times A Lady
- Donna Summer - Last Dance
July 21, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 21, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Animal House
Release year: 1978
Directed by: John Landis
Starring: John Belushi, Karen Allen, Tom Hulce, Stephen Furst
Country: United States of America
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
Hooper
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Hal Needham
Starring: Burt Reynolds, Jan-Michael Vincent, Sally Field, Brian Keith
Circle of Iron
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Richard Moore
Starring: David Carradine, Jeff Cooper, Christopher Lee, Roddy McDowall
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
July 21, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 21, 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
Release year: 1978
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
July 21, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 21, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Final Payments
By: Mary Gordon
Isabel Moore, thirty years old, is suddenly released from the eleven-years of unbroken care she received from a helpless father.
Scruples
By: Judith Krantz
Scruples is the first novel to make publishing history. It's widely regarded as the best novel ever about the extravagant lifestyle of the Beverly Hills boutique owner and its employees.
The Last Convertible
By: Anton Myrer
A golden novel that captures America's spirit and heart is only a few times per lifetime.
The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady
By: Edith Holden
This facsimile reproduction is of the 1906 naturalist's journal. Edith Holden documented in words and pictures the British countryside's flora, fauna, and changes throughout the year.
July 21, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 21, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Ship
Gee Bee
Starfleet Orion
Atari Football
Sky Diver
Who was the US President on July 21, 1978?
On July 21, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 21, 1978?
On July 21, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on July 21, 1978?
On July 21, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about July 21st?
July 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of July. 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 July 21st, such as:
- 2019 - Lufthansa, a german airline, has resumed flights between cairo and frankfurt/munich. british airways flights to cairo are still cancelled for six days. although the uk foreign office advises against all travel to egypt's sinai peninsula, its standard advice to cairo passengers is to verify for any changes.
- 2018 - Fiat chrysler ceo sergio marchionne has resigned due to declining health and is replaced with jeep ceo mike manley.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: there are violent clashes between the syrian rebels, and the syrian democratic forces, at the outskirts al-muhsenli village in the northeastern country of aleppo. however, no casualties have been reported. (iraqi news). the syrian army used heavy artillery to shell the zaitan village residential areas, in the countryside around aleppo. it also destroyed civilian property.
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 July 1978?
July 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.
