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April 24, 1976 was the 115th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 24, 1976 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 24, 1976, who was born and died on April 24, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 24, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor), movies (e.g. Montana Trap, directed by Peter Schamoni), TV series (e.g. Saramandaia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 24th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 24, 1976?
- April 24, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 24, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 24, 1976?
- April 24, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 24, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
- April 24, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 24, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
- April 24, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 24, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 24, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 24, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 24, 1976?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 24, 1976?
- Who was the Pope on April 24, 1976?
What day of the week was April 24, 1976?
April 24, 1976 was a Saturday and it was the 115th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 24, 1976 can also be written as 4/24/1976 in the US and as 24/4/1976 in UK and Europe.
April 24, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 24th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
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 24, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 24, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 24th, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 24, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 24, 1976 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 24, 1976 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 24, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 02:33 am and setting at 04:30 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1976 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1976.
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Who was born on April 24, 1976?
Famous people born on April 24, 1976:
- Steve Finnan
Irish international footballer.
- Frédéric Niemeyer
Canadian tennis player and coach.
- Sonya Jeyaseelan New Westminster
British columbia, canada; tennis star (1995 futures florida).
- Juan Manuel Garate
- Mike Garcia
- Martin Helme
- Sonya Jeyaseelan
- Roman Kresta
- Dianne L'Ami
- Denise Milani
- Christian Müller
- Sarah Noriega
- Nenad Čanak
- Hedda Berntsen
- Fiona Bigwood
- Marco Gay
- Juanma Gárate
Whose famous birthday is on April 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 24th:
![Shirley MacLaine]()
Shirley MacLaineAmerican actress, writer, and dancer.
![Kelly Clarkson]()
Kelly ClarksonKelly clarkson is an american singer known for winning the first season of american idol and for hits like 'since u been gone' and 'stronger...
![Aidan Gillen]()
Aidan GillenAidan gillen is an irish actor known for his roles in popular tv series such as game of thrones and the wire.
![Barbra Streisand]()
Barbra StreisandAmerican actress and singer, who rose steadily from 1961 to do tv, records, broadway and magazine covers.
![Djimon Hounsou]()
Djimon HounsouDjimon hounsou is a well-known movie actor, recognized for his roles in films such as 'gladiator' and 'blood diamond'.
![Jill Ireland]()
Jill IrelandBritish actress who has been playing lead roles since the 1950s.
![Stacy Haiduk]()
Stacy HaidukAmerican actress.
![Alejandro Fernández]()
Alejandro FernándezMexican singer.
![Derek Luke]()
Derek LukeAmerican actor.
![Sue Grafton]()
Sue GraftonAmerican mystery novelist, screenplay writer and tv producer.
April 24, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years and 2 days old,
or 576 months and 2 days old,
or 2504 weeks and 6 days old,
or 17534 days old,
if you were born on April 24, 1976.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 April 24, 1976?
There are 363 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 24th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 24, 1976?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 24, 1976.
April 24, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 24, 1976:
- Mark Tobey
American-swiss painter and educator (b. 1890).
- Arvid Noe
- Gherardo Taddia
- Santo Santonocito
- Léonide Moguy
- Óscar Schnake
What famous deaths happened on April 24th?
Famous deaths on April 24th:
![Louise Dresser]()
Louise DresserActress (state fair ship comes in mammy), is killed at 86.
![John Carroll]()
John CarrollGeorgetown university was founded by an ex-jesuit archbishop and american archbishop (d. 1815).
![Pat Paulsen]()
Pat PaulsenAt 69, comedian (smothers brothers show) dies.
![Bud Abbott]()
Bud AbbottComedy comedian abbott and costello, dies at the age of 78.
- Wallis Simpson
American socialite and jet-set woman from 1931.
- Eliazer Weizman
First President of Israel.
- Daniel Defoe
Daniel Defoe was an English writer, journalist, and pamphleteer, who is widely regarded as the founder of the English novel.
- Savien Defoe
An English writer known for his novel Robinson Crusoe and his pioneering work in journalism.
- Maxmilian Theodor Felix von Laue
German physicist awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1914.
- Cina Jilani
Pakistani writer and human rights activist known for her advocacy work and literary contributions.
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April 24, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 24, 1976:
- Genocide Remembrance Day in Armenia.
- Republic Day in The Gambia (1970).
- Newman's Day.
- 24-Hour Comics Day.
Observances on April 24, 1976:
- World Immunization Week, 24-30 April [WHO]
- International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace
Saints celebrated on April 24, 1976:
- Saint Alexander (died 178)
- Saint Maria-Euphrasia Pelletier (d.1868)
- Saint Honorius
- Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen
- Saint Egbert of Northumbria
- Saint Deodatus
April 24, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 24, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 19th and April 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 24, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 24, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 24, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 24, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
- Maxine Nightingale - Right Back Where We Started From
- The Sylvers - Boogie Fever
- Commodores - Sweet Love
April 24, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 24, 1976 was Save Your Kisses For Me by Brotherhood Of Man, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 24, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 24, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
- Abba - Fernando
- Barry White - You See The Trouble With Me
- John Miles - Music
- Hank Mizell - Jungle Rock
April 24, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 24, 1976 was Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.
April 24, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 24, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The O'Jays - Livin' For The Weekend / Stairway To Heaven
- Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
- Al Wilson - I've Got A Feeling (we'll Be Seeing Each Other Aga
- The Tymes - It's Cool
- Dorothy Moore - Misty Blue
April 24, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 24, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Montana Trap
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Peter Schamoni
Starring: Hardy Krüger, Stephen Boyd, Anton Diffring, Friedrich von Ledebur
Mandinga
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Mario Pinzauti
Starring: Maria Rosaria Riuzzi, Serafino Profumo, Antonio Gismondo
Country: Italy
Burnt Offerings
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Karen Black, Oliver Reed, Burgess Meredith, Eileen Heckart
Country: United States of America
Stay Hungry
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Bob Rafelson
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Arnold Schwarzenegger, R.G. Armstrong
Country: United States of America
Todo modo
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Elio Petri
Starring: Gian Maria Volontè, Marcello Mastroianni, Mariangela Melato, Ciccio Ingrassia
Country: Italy
April 24, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 24, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Saramandaia
Release year: 1976
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Steve Barron
Battle of the Sexes
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Valerie Faris
Freiwillige Feuerwehr
Release year: 1976
April 24, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 24, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Final Days
By: Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
The Final Days is a classic behind-the scenes account of Richard Nixon’s final months as President. Bernstein and Woodward play the taut post-Watergate White House of Nixon in a series of moments.
Spandau
By: Albert Speer
This book is among the most remarkable ever written. The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials convicted the prisoners of writing. They were forbidden to use any typewriters.
Trinity
By: Leon Uris
Leon Uris's favorite Irish novel, now available in the Avon mass market. The acclaimed author of Exodus, Battle Cry and QB VII, Topaz and other classics of twentieth century fiction, comes this epic, sweeping adventure that captures Ireland's "terrible beauty" …
Winning Through Intimidation
By: Robert J. Ringer
If you have ever been left behind, you will appreciate the rewards you can reap when you take initiative in all areas of your life.
The R Document
By: Irving Wallace
Before the Patriot Act, there were. . . R DocumentAs violence and crime threaten America. The President proposes a bold new amendment to Constitution that will allow the
April 24, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 24, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Death Race
F-1
Outlaw
The Amazing Maze Game
Indy 4
Who was the US President on April 24, 1976?
On April 24, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 24, 1976?
On April 24, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 24, 1976?
On April 24, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 24th?
April 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of April. 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 April 24th, such as:
- 2019 - At least 60 people have been killed by floods and mudslides that occurred in durban, south africa, and the surrounding kwazulu-natal region.
- 2018 - Protests at the gaza border in 2018: israel defense forces arrest two terrorists who attempted to cross gaza's border into israel armed with a knife & a grenade.
- 2017 - 2017 camp shaheen attack - the afghan minister for defense, abdullah habibi, and qadam shah shahim (the chief of staff of afghanistan's afghan national army) resigned following a taliban attack at camp shaheen, near mazar-i-sharif, that left over 140 people dead.
What happened in 1976?
1976 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
- NBC replaces the peacock logo
- Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances
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What was the calendar for April 1976?
April 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
