Friday August 23, 1974
US date format: 8/23/1974, UK date format: 23/8/1974
It was Friday, under the sign of Virgo (see zodiac on August 23, 1974). The US president was Gerald Ford (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour), Pope St Paul VI was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Ray Park and Toni Brunner.
In that special week of August people in US were listening to by .
In UK by was in the top 5 hits.
Amazing Grace, directed by Stan Lathan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1974
while The Silver Bears by Paul E. Erdman was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Land of the Lost.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing Tank or Rebound.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the year 1974, at August 23 across the years or at August 1974 calendar.
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Historical Events
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Holidays
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
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Events
- John Lennon reports seeing a UFO in New York City
Famous Birthday
- Ray Park: Scottish actor.
- Toni Brunner
- Shifty Shellshock: American singer-songwriter and actor...
- Christian Beranek: American graphic novelist and actor.
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Famous Deaths
- Roberto Assagioli: Italian psychiatrist; founder of...
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Chinatown
Directed by: Roman Polanski
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston, Perry Lopez
Country: United States of America
The Mirror
Directed by: Andrei Tarkovsky
Starring: Margarita Terekhova, Filipp Yankovskiy, Ignat Daniltsev, Oleg Yankovskiy
Country: United States of America
Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia
Directed by: Sam Peckinpah
Starring: Warren Oates, Isela Vega, Robert Webber, Gig Young
Country: United States of America
Almost Human
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Tomas Milian, Henry Silva, Laura Belli, Gino Santercole
Harry and Tonto
Directed by: Paul Mazursky
Starring: Art Carney, Ellen Burstyn, René Enríquez, Herbert Berghof
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Music charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of August 23, 1974?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
Top #5 songs in the UK
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- George McCrae - Rock Your Baby
- The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New
- Stephanie De Sykes & Rain - Born With A Smile On My Face
- Bay City Rollers - Summerlove Sensation
Top #5 R&B songs
- Roberta Flack - Feel Like Makin' Love
- Johnny Bristol - Hang On In There Baby
- Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Tell Me Something Good
- The Staple Singers - City In The Sky
- Curtis Mayfield - Kung Fu
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TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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Land of the Lost
Directed by: Brad Silberling
The Capone Investment
Directed by: Alan Gibson
Rush
Starring: John Waters, Max Meldrum, Alain Doutey, Vincent Ball
Country: Australia
Soldier and Me
Starring: Richard Willis, Gerry Sundquist, Constantine Gregory, Richard Ireson
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Barney Miller
Written by: Danny Arnold, Theodore J. Flicker
Starring: Hal Linden, Max Gail, Ron Glass, Steve Landesberg
Country: United States of America
Days to next August 23
If August 23, 1974 is your birthday you're 46 years, 3 months, 9 days old and you'll celebrate your next birthday in 8 months, 21 days.
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in August 1974?
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: Gerald Ford -- Aug. 19, 1974
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8396
- RollingStone: Crosby Stills Nash and Young
- LIFE: explore magazine covers
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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The Dogs Of War
By: Frederick Forsyth
"Knocking off a bank or an armored truck is merely crude. Knocking off an entire republic has, I feel, a certain style." So says mining magnate Sir James Manson, a shadowy titan of London's financial district, who is scheming a …
Watership Down
By: Richard Adams
A phenomenal worldwide bestseller for more than forty years, Richard Adams's Watership Down is a timeless classic and one of the most beloved novels of all time.Set
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold; and The Night Manager, now a television series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carré’s new novel, A Legacy of Spies, is now available.The
The Wall Street Gang
By: Richard Ney
THE WALL STREET GANG, IN WHICH IT IS SHOWN THAT IF YOU SCRAP TRADITIONAL APPROACHES TO THE MARKET AND ATTACK THE FINANCIAL CONSPIRACY WITH ITS OWN WEAPONS, YOU CAN BEAT STOCK
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Tank
Rebound
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 the day of the week was Friday.
What zodiac sign is August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 the zodiac sign was Virgo.
Who was the US President on August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 Pope St Paul VI was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on August 23, 1974?
On August 23, 1974 several famous people were born including, Ray Park, Toni Brunner, Shifty Shellshock.
Which famous people died on August 23, 1974?
Famous people died on August 23, 1974 include, Roberto Assagioli.
What was the number one song in August 23, 1974?
The number one song in the week of August 23, 1974 was (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka in US and When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees in UK.
What were the top hits on August 23, 1974?
The top hits on August 23, 1974 were (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka, The Night Chicago Died by Paper Lace, Tell Me Something Good by Rufus in US and When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees, Rock Your Baby by George McCrae, You Make Me Feel Brand New by The Stylistics in UK.
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