What happened on Sunday April 22, 1979?

Here's what happened on April 22, 1979:

• Albert Einstein Memorial Unveiled The Albert Einstein Memorial was officially unveiled at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, DC, honoring one of the most influential scientists in human history.
• Rolling Stones Benefit Concert Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the legendary rock band The Rolling Stones performed a benefit concert in Canada, showcasing their philanthropic efforts and musical prowess.
• Thai Parliamentary Elections Thailand held national parliamentary elections for the 301 seats of the unicameral Ratthasapha, representing an important moment in the country's democratic process.
• Birth of Daniel Johns Daniel Johns, the lead singer of the iconic Australian alternative rock band Silverchair, was born on this day. Johns would later become a significant figure in Australian music, known for his distinctive voice and innovative musical style.
• Jane Blalock Wins Golf Tournament Professional golfer Jane Blalock secured victory at the LPGA Florida Lady Citrus Golf Tournament, further establishing her reputation in women's professional golf.

Events in 1979

April 22, 1979: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 22, 1979

Newspapers from Apr. 22, 1979

April 22, 1979 was a Sunday and it was the 112th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 22, 1979 can also be written as 4/22/1979 in the US and as 22/4/1979 in UK and Europe.

April 22, 1979 in April 1979 calendar

Famous people born on April 22, 1979:

• James McAvoy

  James McAvoy is a highly acclaimed Scottish actor known for his versatile roles in films like 'Atonement', 'Split', and 'X-Men', with...

• Daniel Johns

  Daniel Johns is an acclaimed Australian rock musician, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the alternative rock band Silverchair,...

Famous people born in 1979

Famous people born on April 22nd

Famous people died on April 22, 1979:

• Gholamreza Nikpey

Famous people who died in 1979

Famous people who died on April 22nd

April 22, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 22, 1979 was Knock On Wood by Amii Stewart, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. Amii Stewart - Knock On Wood
2. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
3. Blondie - Heart Of Glass
4. Frank Mills - Music Box Dancer
5. The Doobie Brothers - What A Fool Believes

April 22, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 22, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. Art Garfunkel - Bright Eyes
2. Racey - Some Girls
3. Squeeze - Cool For Cats
4. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
5. The Village People - In The Navy

April 22, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 22, 1979 was Disco Nights (Rock-Freak) by G.Q., according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. G.Q. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
2. Peaches & Herb - Reunited
3. The Jacksons - Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)
4. George Benson - Love Ballad
5. Chic - I Want Your Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 22nd is Taurus.

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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 22, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 22, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 22, 1979 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 22, 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 April 22, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 02:54 am and setting at 03:35 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on May 12, 1979.

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Your place in the Universe on April 22, 1979

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Someone born on April 22, 1979 is:

46 years and 22 days old,

or 552 months and 22 days old,

or 2403 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16824 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 22, 1979?

There are 343 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 22, 1979?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 22, 1979.

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