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May 22, 1970 was the 142nd day of the year 1970, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 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 May 22, 1970, who was born and died on May 22, 1970, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 22, 1970, which were the most popular songs (ex. American Woman by The Guess Who), movies (e.g. Borsalino, directed by Jacques Deray), TV series (e.g. Villette) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 22nd, 1970 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 22, 1970?
- May 22, 1970: What happened on that day?
- May 22, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 22, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 22, 1970?
- May 22, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 22, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
- May 22, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 22, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
- May 22, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 22, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 22, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 22, 1970?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1970?
- Who was the Pope on May 22, 1970?
What day of the week was May 22, 1970?
May 22, 1970: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 22, 1970:
- Arab terrorists kill nine children and three adults on a school bus.
- Mel stottlemyre sets record by walking 11, but wins 2-0.
- Joseph w krutch, american writer (measure of man), dies at age 76.
May 22, 1970: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 22, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 22nd, 1970 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 22, 1970: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 22, 1970 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 22, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 09:25 pm and setting at 07:14 am.
The previous full moon was on May 21, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Jun 19, 1970.
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Who was born on May 22, 1970?
Famous people born on May 22, 1970:
![Naomi Campbell]()
Naomi CampbellEnglish actress, singer, model and author.
- Jowan Olivier
Renowned actor known for his versatile roles in both film and theater.
- Brookes Agnew
Successful entrepreneur known for innovative business ventures.
- Zorana Mihajlović
Serbian politician and civil engineer, known for her infrastructure projects.
- Leonardo Mello
Brazilian journalist and news anchor who has worked for various media outlets in Brazil.
- Justene Williams
Renowned for her evocative poetry.
- Latha Mangipudi
Latha Mangipudi is the founder and CEO of a successful IT consulting firm based in the United States.
- Pedro Diniz
Brazilian formula one racer and model for longines watch factory.
- Nene Anegawa
Nene Anegawa is a Japanese computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Radek Brousil
Czech painter known for his abstract and expressionist works.
- Guillaume Warmuz
French soccer/football goalkeeper.
- Brigetta Biehl
Brigetta Biehl is a German business executive and the CEO of a leading technology company.
- Noah Feldman
Noah Feldman is a prominent legal scholar known for his expertise in constitutional law.
- Brody Stevens
American stand-up comedian and actor known for his energetic performances.
- Cornell Brooks
Renowned software engineer known for developing innovative algorithms.
- Eric Wunderlich
United states -- 200m breaststroke (1996 olympics, 7th place).
- Clyde Johnson
Cornerback (kansas city chiefs).
- Paddy Atkinson
Singaporean-english footballer, manager.
Whose famous birthday is on May 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 22nd:
![Bharat Gopy]()
Bharat GopyRenowned Malayalam film actor who appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films.
![Charles Aznavour]()
Charles AznavourFrench music has been a rage for many decades, and it still has a loyal following.
![Johnny Gill]()
Johnny GillJohnny gill is an r&b singer known for his solo career and as a member of the group new edition.
![George Best]()
George BestFootballer from northern ireland (d. 2005).
![Lucy Gordon]()
Lucy GordonBritish actress and model (born 1980).
![Susan Strasberg]()
Susan StrasbergAmerican actress, who made her film debut in 1954.
![Richard Benjamin]()
Richard BenjaminAmerican actor, on-screen since 1969.
![Alison Eastwood]()
Alison EastwoodClint eastwood's daughter; actress ("tightrope").
![Paul Winfield]()
Paul WinfieldAmerican actor (d. 2004).
![Nikolaj Lie Kaas]()
Nikolaj Lie KaasDanish actor.
May 22, 1970: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 53 years 10 months old,
or 646 months and 28 days old,
or 2813 weeks
or 19691 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 22, 1970?
There are 33 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1970?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 22, 1970.
May 22, 1970: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 22, 1970:
- Delia Akeley
- Goodwin Knight
- Gojmir Anton Kos
What famous deaths happened on May 22nd?
Famous deaths on May 22nd:
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Margaret Rutherford]()
Margaret RutherfordEnglish actress (born in 1892).
![Rocky Graziano]()
Rocky GrazianoAmerican actor and boxer (d. 1990).
![Joan Davis]()
Joan DavisActress joan (i married joan) dies at 53 from a heart attack.
- Victor Hugo
French poet, writer, novelist and essayist.
- Joseth Roth
Joseth Roth was an American novelist and short story writer who is best known for his novels American Pastoral and The Human Stain.
- Kairyn Mack
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Johnchristopher Williams
Renowned composer known for his film scores.
- Dalessandro Manzoni
An Italian novelist and poet, considered one of the greatest writers of the Italian language.
- Harvin Langston
Harvin Langston was an American poet and a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance.
May 22, 1970: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 22, 1970:
- Victoria Day in Canada
- World Biodiversity Day.
- Republic of Yemen - National Day.
- National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka.
- National Maritime Day in the United States.([1])
Observances on May 22, 1970:
- International Day for Biological Diversity
Saints celebrated on May 22, 1970:
- Saint Humilita
- Saint Rita of Cascia
- Saint Atto
- Saint Emile
- Saint Fulk
- Saint Lupus
- Saint Romanus
- Saint Julia
- Saint Renata of Bavaria
May 22, 1970: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 22, 1970 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 18th and May 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 22, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 1970 was American Woman by The Guess Who, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 22, 1970: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Guess Who - American Woman
- The Ides Of March - Vehicle
- Tyrone Davis - Turn Back The Hands Of Time
- Ray Stevens - Everything Is Beautiful
- Simon & Garfunkel - Cecilia
May 22, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 22, 1970 was Back Home by England World Cup Squad, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 22, 1970: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- England World Cup Squad - Back Home
- Norman Greenbaum - Spirit In The Sky
- Dana - All Kinds Of Everything
- The Moody Blues - Question
- Frijid Pink - House Of The Rising Sun
May 22, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 1970 was Love On A Two-Way Street by The Moments, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 22, 1970: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 22, 1970 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Moments - Love On A Two-Way Street
- Tyrone Davis - Turn Back The Hands Of Time
- James Brown - Brother Rapp (Part 1)
- Wilson Pickett - Sugar Sugar
- The Dells - Open Up My Heart/Nadine
May 22, 1970: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 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
The Strawberry Statement
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Stuart Hagmann
Starring: Bruce Davison, Kim Darby, Bud Cort, Murray MacLeod
Pufnstuf
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Hollingsworth Morse
Starring: Jack Wild, Billie Hayes, Martha Raye, Cass Elliot
A Day at the Beach
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Simon Hesera
Starring: Mark Burns, Beatie Edney, Fiona Lewis, Maurice Roëves
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
May 22, 1970: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
Villette
Release year: 1970
For the Love of Ada
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Ronnie Baxter
Norman
Release year: 1970
Directed by: Jonathan Segal
May 22, 1970: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 22, 1970 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Travels With My Aunt
By: Graham Greene
"I met Aunt Augusta the first time at my mother’s funeral ..." Graham Greene described it as "the only book that I have written for fun," Travels with My
I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings
By: Maya Angelou
This book is as joyful and painful as it is mysterious and unforgettable as childhood. I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings captures loneliness and the brutal insult of children.
Great Lion Of God
By: Taylor Caldwell
Caldwell's classic epic novel is an inspiring, moving, and spiritual tale about St. Paul and the lives of the Jews, Romans, and early Christians.
The French Lieutenant'S Woman
By: John Fowles
The French Lieutenant's Woman, John Fowles's most loved and bestselling work internationally, is a masterful feat of seductive storytelling. It effectively reinvents the Victorian novel.
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.
Who was the US President on May 22, 1970?
On May 22, 1970 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1970?
On May 22, 1970 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 22, 1970?
On May 22, 1970 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 22nd?
May 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of May. 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 May 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - War in donbass - the ukrainian military reports that eight ukrainian soldiers were captured by prorussian fighters close to novotroyitske.
- 2018 - Southern damascus offensive (april-may 2018, syria): the syrian government declares damascus, its environs "completely safe" after taking yarmouk camp from isil and hajar al aswad.
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: the greater manchester police (gmp), reported that there were deadly explosions at manchester arena, manchester, england. this happened at the conclusion of ariana grande's dangerous woman tour performance. (bbc) (the guardian). the gmp confirmed that at least 19 people were killed and 50 more injured, and is treating it as a terrorist attack. no one immediately claimed responsibility.
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 May 1970?
May 1970 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
