Thursday November 23, 1978: on this day

November 23, 1978 was the 327th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is November 23, 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 November 23, 1978, who was born and died on November 23, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on November 23, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. MacArthur Park by Donna Summer), movies (e.g. Hababam Sinifi Dokuz Doguruyor, directed by Kartal Tibet), TV series (e.g. Rentner Haben Niemals Zeit) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about November 23rd, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

Table of contents

calendar

What day of the week was November 23, 1978?


November 23, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 327th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 23, 1978 can also be written as 11/23/1978 in the US and as 23/11/1978 in UK and Europe.

November 23, 1978 in November 1978 calendar

November 1978
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
27282930
history

November 23, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 23, 1978:

  • Cyclone kills about 1,000 people in eastern sri lanka.
  • The geneva frequency plan of 1975 goes into effect, realigning many of europe's longwave and mediumwave broadcasting frequencies.

LIFE Magazine

November 23, 1978: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Denver Broncos - Detroit Lions : 14 - 17
  • Washington Redskins - Dallas Cowboys : 10 - 37
zodiac

November 23, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


 zodiac sign

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 23rd is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

Discover the personality of November born.

Unlock the Mysteries of November 23, 1978! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now

November 23, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Horse chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 23, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Horse personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!

Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on November 23rd, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

see horoscope and birth chart for November 23, 1978
Planetary positions on  - Geocentric view
zodiac

November 23, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

32%

The moon phase on November 23, 1978 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 23, 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 November 23, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 11:39 pm and setting at 01:25 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1978.

Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!

Your place in the Universe on November 23, 1978

star banner

We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day

Get your map!
birthday

Who was born on November 23, 1978?


Famous people born on November 23, 1978:

  • Kayvan Novak
    Kayvan Novak

    British actor known for his roles in various TV shows and films.

  • Dominique Ansel

    Dominique Ansel is a French-American pastry chef and entrepreneur, best known for creating the Cronut, a hybrid pastry that combines a...

  • Catrell Nguyen

    Catrell Nguyen is a renowned Vietnamese-American scientist known for her groundbreaking research in renewable energy.

  • Melondy Patel

    Melondy Patel is a successful Indian-American entrepreneur who founded a leading technology company.

  • Sargun Vohra

    Esteemed cybersecurity expert known for innovative approaches to digital security.

  • Annaleese Yanik

    Notable neuroscientist specializing in brain imaging techniques.

  • Jove Liang

    Jove Liang is a prominent astronomer who has made significant discoveries about the formation and evolution of galaxies.

  • Timothea Koslowski

    Timothea Koslowski is a Polish-American entrepreneur and the founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Nattapong Chantaravisoot

    Nattapong Chantaravisoot is a Thai cybersecurity expert who has helped organizations in Thailand and internationally to protect their...

  • Alison Mosshart

    American singer-songwriter (the kills the dead weather, discount).

  • Avamae Jacobs

    Avamae Jacobs is a rising playwright known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious plays.

  • Waverley Simmons

    Waverley Simmons is a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing the 89th district since 2014.

  • Gulianna Nati

    Gulianna Nati is an Italian painter known for her abstract and expressionist works.

  • Destin Daniel Cretton

    Known for directing films like 'Short Term 12' and 'Just Mercy'.

  • Destin Cretton

    Director of the critically acclaimed film 'Short Term 12.

  • Alison Lundergan Grimes

    American attorney and former Secretary of State of Kentucky.

  • Priscille Moreau

    Priscille Moreau is a Belgian politician who has served as a member of the Chamber of Representatives of Belgium since 2019.

  • Tommy Marth

    American saxophonist (d. 2012).

Whose famous birthday is on November 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on November 23rd:

  • Vincent Cassel
    Vincent Cassel

    His father jean-pierre cassel, a well-known actor from france and a member of prestigious family, is vincent cassel.

  • Robin Padilla
    Robin Padilla

    Robin padilla is a filipino actor known for his action-packed roles in filipino films and television shows.

  • Kelly Brook
    Kelly Brook

    English actress, model and tv presenter, best known for her role as piranha 3d, a horror comedy remake from 2010.

  • Hoagy Carmichael
    Hoagy Carmichael

    Hoagy carmichael was an american composer known for writing and performing popular songs such as 'stardust' and 'georgia on my mind'.

  • Franco Nero
    Franco Nero

    Italian leading man in international film, whose films include "camelot", 1967, "the virgin and the gypsy," 1970 and"pope joan," 1972.

  • Dominique Dunne
    Dominique Dunne

    Actress (poltergeist), assassinated by boyfriend at 23.

  • James Toback
    James Toback

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Ricky Whittle
    Ricky Whittle

    British actor known for his roles in 'The 100' and 'American Gods'.

  • Lucas Grabeel
    Lucas Grabeel

    American actor, singer, and songwriter.

  • Michael Gough
    Michael Gough

    Actor malaysian-english (d. 2011).

See more famous people and celebrities born on November 23rd

birthday

November 23, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 4 months old,

or 544 months and 27 days old,

or 2369 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16584 days old,

if you were born on November 23, 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 November 23, 1978?

There are 218 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday November 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 23, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on November 23, 1978.

RIP

November 23, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on November 23, 1978:

  • Jacques Bergier
  • Mario Bonfantini
  • Hadj M'hamed El Anka
  • Ottorino Marcolini
  • George Wilson
  • Hanns Johst
  • María Sabina

What famous deaths happened on November 23rd?

Famous deaths on November 23rd:

  • Sessue Hayakawa
    Sessue Hayakawa

    Sessue hayakawa was a japanese-born actor who achieved fame in american and european cinema during the early 20th century, known for his...

  • Larry Hagman
    Larry Hagman

    Larry hagman was an american actor best known for his role as j.r.

  • Louis Malle
    Louis Malle

    French director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.

  • Philippe Noiret
    Philippe Noiret

    French actor, both on tv and in film.

  • Merle Oberon
    Merle Oberon

    Eurasian-american actress, who appeared in more than 20 films, including "the private life of henry viii," 33, "over the moon," 1937 and...

  • Ingrid Pitt
    Ingrid Pitt

    Polish-born british actress (born in 1937).

  • Andrew Sachs
    Andrew Sachs

    German-british actor and writer who played the role of manuel, the mad waiter from barcelona in "fawlty towers".

  • Constance Cummings
    Constance Cummings

    American actress, well-known for her performances on screen and stage.

  • Claire Dodd
    Claire Dodd

    Actress (executive, in the navy) dies at 64 after a long battle with illness.

  • Constance Talmadge
    Constance Talmadge

    American actress on the silent screen.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on November 23rd

holidays

November 23, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on November 23, 1978:

  • Thanksgiving Day - This holiday is a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the year and is traditionally celebrated with a large meal shared with family and friends.
  • Slovenia - Rudolf Maister Day
  • Japan - Kinro kansha no hi (Labour Thanksgiving Day)
  • Georgia - St George's Day
  • R.C. Saints - Pope Clement I, Saint Columban
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Qawl (Speech) - First day of the 14th month of the Bahá'f Calendar
vinyl songs

November 23, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on November 23, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week November 20th and November 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


November 23, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 23, 1978 was MacArthur Park by Donna Summer, according to the music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 23, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on November 23, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - MacArthur Park
  2. - Double Vision
  3. - How Much I Feel
  4. - You Don't Bring Me Flowers
  5. - You Needed Me

November 23, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 23, 1978 was Rat Trap by The Boomtown Rats, according to the music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 23, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on November 23, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rat Trap
  2. - Summer Nights
  3. - Hopelessly Devoted To You
  4. - Sandy
  5. - My Best Friend's Girl

November 23, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 23, 1978 was I'm Every Woman by Chaka Khan, according to the R&B music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 23, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on November 23, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'm Every Woman
  2. - Your Sweetness Is My Weakness
  3. - Mary Jane
  4. - Le Freak
  5. - One Nation Under A Groove

Wish him/her..

Send your special wishes with this personalized page

send a message
birthday card
birthday club

Was November 23, 1978 your birth date ?

If yes, join our birthday club!

join birthday club

November 23, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on November 23, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Hababam Sinifi Dokuz Doguruyor

Hababam Sinifi Dokuz Doguruyor

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Kartal Tibet

Starring: Münir Özkul, Adile Nasit, Sener Sen, Perran Kutman

Orchestra Rehearsal

Orchestra Rehearsal

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Federico Fellini

Starring: Balduin Baas, Clara Colosimo, Elizabeth Labi, Ronaldo Bonacchi

Ecce bombo

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

The Mafu Cage

The Mafu Cage

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Karen Arthur

Starring: Lee Grant, Carol Kane, Will Geer, James Olson

The Cat and the Canary

The Cat and the Canary

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Radley Metzger

Starring: Honor Blackman, Michael Callan, Edward Fox, Wendy Hiller

November 23, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on November 23, 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:

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Rentner haben niemals Zeit

Release year: 1978

Matador

Matador

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Erik Balling

Starring: Jørgen Buckhøj, Buster Larsen, Ghita Nørby, Malene Schwartz

Country: Denmark

Treasure Island

Treasure Island

Release year: 1978

Starring: Joe Thomas, Bobby Thong

Country: Japan

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Howard Goldberg

Taxi

Taxi

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

November 23, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on November 23, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien and Christopher Tolkien

The Silmarillion

By:

"Majestic! . . . The Silmarillion will appeal to readers of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. It contains medieval romances, fairy tales and even more brutal wars that ring with heraldic fury.

The Empty Copper Sea by John D. MacDonald

The Empty Copper Sea

By:

The Empty Copper Sea, a classic crime novel by a beloved author of crime fiction, features Travis McGee, a hard-boiled detective who lives in a houseboat.

Illusions by Richard Bach

Illusions

By:

A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …

The World According To Garp by John Irving

The World According To Garp

By:

20th Anniversary Edition with a new Afterword by the author. This is the story of T. S.

Thursday The Rabbi Walked Out by Harry Kemelman

Thursday The Rabbi Walked Out

By:

Rabbi Small must defend his congregation from false accusations in this New York Times bestseller Barnard's Crossing. Massachusetts is flourishing after a vicious anti-Semite was murdered.

November 23, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on November 23, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Superman

Superman

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action-Adventure

Publisher: Atari

Fire Truck

Fire Truck

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Alto Trek

Alto Trek

Platform: Xerox Alto

Genre: Space simulation/Real-time strategy/Action

The Cottage

The Cottage

Platform: Oden, IBM PC

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Scandinavian PC Systems

A Game of Concentration

A Game of Concentration

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Concentration

Publisher: Atari

history

Who was the US President on November 23, 1978?

On November 23, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on November 23, 1978?

On November 23, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on November 23, 1978?

On November 23, 1978 the Pope was St John Paul II.

history

What is special about November 23rd?

November 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of November. 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 November 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Attack on karachi chinese consulate, 2018: four people were killed in an attack on the chinese consulate in karachi. three other attackers also died. balochistan liberation army claims the attack.
  • 2017 - Mexico's popocatepetl volcano emits smoke, ash, and steam at 5,900 feet (1798m) above its peak. this is the largest eruption since 2013.
  • 2016 - 2016 india-pakistan military conflict: pakistani officials claim that nine civilians were killed when cross-border indian shelling struck their bus in neelam valley, northeast of muzaffarabad. three pakistani soldiers were also killed in other cross border firing incidents. (reuters),

Find out more about November 23rd

history

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

Do you remember 1978? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to

history

What was the calendar for November 1978?

November 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with November being the 11th 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.

Discover how November 1978 calendar looked like.

Thursday November 23, 1978