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August 22, 1970 was the 234th day of the year 1970, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 22, 1970 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 22, 1970, who was born and died on August 22, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. Make It With You by Bread), movies (e.g. Borsalino, directed by Jacques Deray), TV series (e.g. Irmãos Coragem) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1970?
- August 22, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1970?
- August 22, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1970?
What day of the week was August 22, 1970?
August 22, 1970 was a Saturday and it was the 234th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1970 can also be written as 8/22/1970 in the US and as 22/8/1970 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 22, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1970 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1970 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1970 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 August 22, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:00 pm and setting at 02:05 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1970.
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Who was born on August 22, 1970?
Famous people born on August 22, 1970:
![Chin Gutierrez]()
Chin GutierrezSinger and actress from the philippines.
- Tarrie Williams
Legendary sprinter known for breaking multiple world records.
- Parilee May
Known for creating intricate metal sculptures.
- Giada de Laurentiis
Giada de laurentiis is an italian-american chef, author, and television personality known for her popular cooking shows and best-selling...
- Rahima Juma
Rahima Juma is a Tanzanian businesswoman who owns and operates a chain of retail stores and a logistics company.
- Micholas Montemarano
Micholas Montemarano is an American novelist known for his critically acclaimed works of literary fiction.
- Deah Shay
Deah Shay is a politician who has served in the state legislature of a Midwestern U.S.
- Yetunde Oduah
Yetunde Oduah is a Nigerian politician who has served as a member of the House of Representatives.
- Tyce Diorio
Renowned choreographer known for his work on 'So You Think You Can Dance.
- Shelton Johnson
Contemporary poet known for his powerful and evocative verses.
- Lilibet Engel
Noted biologist specializing in marine conservation.
- Tímea Nagy
Hungarian fencer.
- Charlie Connelly
English-irish journalist, author.
- George Canyon
Canadian actor and singer.
- Shaun Steels
English bass player and drummer (my dying bride, anathema).
- Marc Evan Jackson
Comedian.
- Jean-Michel Bombardier
Brantford, ontario -- ice pairs (1995, 96 can).
- Janez Ožbolt
- Ricco Groß
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
![Dua Lipa]()
Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 53 years 8 months old,
or 644 months and 2 days old,
or 2800 weeks and 4 days old,
or 19604 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 1970.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 August 22, 1970?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 22, 1970.
August 22, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1970:
- Edith Devereaux
British politician who served as a member of the House of Commons.
- Florella Mariani
Florella Mariani was an Italian sculptor who specialized in creating intricate bronze and marble sculptures.
- Vladimir Propp
Russian structuralist scholar (born 1895).
- Richard Frank Donovan
Composer dies at 78.
- Hermann Knaus
- Bernardo Giner de los Ríos
- Adolf Merkl
- Vladimir Jakovlevič Propp
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Arwilda Wimmer
American actress known for her roles in classic films.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 22nd
August 22, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1970:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1970:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1970 was Make It With You by Bread, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bread - Make It With You
- Carpenters - (They Long To Be) Close To You
- Eric Burdon and War - Spill The Wine
- Edwin Starr - War
- Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
August 22, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1970 was The Wonder Of You by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - The Wonder Of You
- Hotlegs - Neanderthal Man
- The Kinks - Lola
- Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tears Of A Clown
- Shirley Bassey - Something
August 22, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1970 was Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
- James Brown - Get Up (I Feel Like Being Like A) Sex Machine (Part 1)
- Edwin Starr - War
- Jr. Walker & The All Stars - Do You See My Love (For You Growing)
- Clarence Carter - Patches
August 22, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1970 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Borsalino
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Jacques Deray
Starring: Alain Delon, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Arnoldo Foà, Laura Adani, Catherine Rouvel, Corinne Marchand, Françoise Christophe
Country: Italy
Stray Cat Rock: Sex Hunter
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Yasuharu Hasebe
Starring: Meiko Kaji, Rikiya Yasuoka, Tatsuya Fuji, Jirô Okazaki
Metello
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Mauro Bolognini
Starring: Renzo Montagnani, Gabriele Lavia, Lucia Bosè, Ottavia Piccolo, Massimo Ranieri, Mariano Rigillo, Pino Colizzi, Franco Balducci, Luigi Diberti, Tina Aumont, Frank Wolff, Steffen Zacharias
Country: Italy
La pacifista
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Miklós Jancsó
Starring: Monica Vitti, Gino Lavagetto, Francesco Carnelutti, Pierre Clémenti, Sergio Tramonti, Piero Faggioni, Daniel Pommereulle, Peter Pasetti
Country: Italy
House of Dark Shadows
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Jonathan Frid, Grayson Hall, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Roger Davis
August 22, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1970 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Irmãos Coragem
Release year: 1970
Villette
Release year: 1970
Schwarzer Peter
Release year: 1970
Starring: Peter Garden, Helmut Brandenburg
August 22, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Wall Street Jungle
By: Richard Ney
The Wall Street Jungle [January 1, 1970] Ney Richard... B00005X4AX
Up The Organization
By: Robert Townsend
Although Up the Organization was published over thirty-five years before its first publication, it continues to be a top choice for business books, even though it was first published in 1983.
Such Good Friends
By: Lois Gould
HARDCOVER ......NO DJ. BOOK IN EXCELLENT CONDITION ......NO MAKS, TEARS, OR WEAR .....WILL SHIPPE WITHIN 24 HOUR .....CP5
Mary Queen Of Scots
By: Antonia Fraser
Marie Antoinette author Her royal birth secured her claim to the thrones in two countries; her marriage with the young French dauphin promised a third glory crown.
Inside The Third Reich
By: Albert Speer
Speer, Hitler's Minister of Armaments and War Production, is brutally incarcerated. He was the man who kept Germany armed and the war machine going even after Hitler's mythology had died.
Who was the US President on August 22, 1970?
On August 22, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1970?
On August 22, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1970?
On August 22, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of August. 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 August 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 1970?
1970 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Epoch
- Afro-American Historical Calendar Series Established
- Netherlands Christian Workers Union (NCW) forms
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What was the calendar for August 1970?
August 1970 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
