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August 24, 1971 was the 236th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 24, 1971 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 24, 1971, who was born and died on August 24, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. See No Evil, directed by Richard Fleischer), TV series (e.g. Curiosity Shop) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1971?
- August 24, 1971: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1971?
- August 24, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1971?
What day of the week was August 24, 1971?
August 24, 1971 was a Tuesday and it was the 236th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1971 can also be written as 8/24/1971 in the US and as 24/8/1971 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1971: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1971:
- India beat england by 4 wickets, their win against the poms
August 24, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 24, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 24, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1971 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1971 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 24, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 09:47 am and setting at 09:22 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1971.
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Who was born on August 24, 1971?
Famous people born on August 24, 1971:
![Aaron Douglas]()
Aaron DouglasAaron douglas is a canadian actor best known for his role as chief galen tyrol on the television series battlestar galactica.
![Pierfrancesco Favino]()
Pierfrancesco FavinoItalian actor.
- Ariday Martínez
Legendary Cuban baseball pitcher known for his impressive career in the MLB.
- Ranette Taylor
Former professional tennis player known for her powerful serve.
- Cortez Kennedy
Cortez Kennedy was an American football defensive tackle and a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
- Liron Levo
Israeli actor known for his roles in films like 'Walk on Water' and 'Munich.
- Silas House
American author known for his novels set in Appalachia.
- Rémi Féraud
French politician and mayor of paris' 10th arrondissement since 2008.
- Hugh Douglas
Athlete.
- Evers Burns
- Aileen McLeod
- Frida Nacinovich
- Heremaia Ngata
- Amy Spanger
- Antoaneta Frenkeva
Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:
![Rupert Grint]()
Rupert GrintRupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.
![Dave Chappelle]()
Dave ChappelleDave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.
![Chad Michael Murray]()
Chad Michael MurrayChad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...
![Paulo Coelho]()
Paulo CoelhoBrazilian esoteric author.
![Stephen Fry]()
Stephen FryBritish actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.
![Martha Higareda]()
Martha HigaredaMartha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.
![Anne Archer]()
Anne ArcherAmerican actress.
![Marlee Matlin]()
Marlee MatlinAmerican actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...
![Pia Degermark]()
Pia DegermarkSwedish actress.
![Takashi Miike]()
Takashi MiikeJapanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.
August 24, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 7 months old,
or 631 months and 30 days old,
or 2748 weeks
or 19236 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 1971.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 24, 1971?
There are 123 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 24, 1971.
August 24, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1971:
- Wallace John Eckert
- Carl Blegen
- Luigi Ferrajolo
- Antonio Meli Lupi di Soragna
What famous deaths happened on August 24th?
Famous deaths on August 24th:
![Richard Attenborough]()
Richard AttenboroughEnglish actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.
![Julie Harris]()
Julie HarrisAmerican actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.
![Louis Prima]()
Louis PrimaAmerican actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).
![Jane Greer]()
Jane GreerAmerican singer and actress (d. 2001).
![Jay Thomas]()
Jay ThomasAmerican actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).
![Amanda Randolph]()
Amanda RandolphActress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.
- Charlie Watts
Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.
- Sakae Mutsu
Japanese statesman and diplomat.
- Delancey
Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.
- Muriel Siebert
Muriel Siebert was the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and founded the securities firm Muriel Siebert & Co.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th
August 24, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1971:
- Liberia: Flag Day
- RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
- Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
- Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
- Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
August 24, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 23rd and August 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 24, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1971 was How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 24, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
- John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads
- Five Man Electrical Band - Signs
- Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
- Jean Knight - Mr. Big Stuff
August 24, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1971 was I'm Still Waiting by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 24, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - I'm Still Waiting
- The New Seekers - Never Ending Song Of Love
- T Rex - Get It On
- Atomic Rooster - Devil's Answer
- Family - In My Own Time
August 24, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1971 was Spanish Harlem by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 24, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Spanish Harlem
- The Undisputed Truth - Smiling Faces Sometimes
- The Dramatics - Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get
- Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
- Rufus Thomas - The Breakdown (Part I)
August 24, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
See No Evil
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Mia Farrow, Dorothy Alison, Robin Bailey, Diane Grayson
Black Belly of the Tarantula
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Paolo Cavara
Starring: Giancarlo Giannini, Claudine Auger, Barbara Bouchet, Rossella Falk
The Nightcomers
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Michael Winner
Starring: Marlon Brando, Stephanie Beacham, Thora Hird, Harry Andrews
Black Killer
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Carlo Croccolo
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan
Country: Italy
A Gunfight
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Lamont Johnson
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Johnny Cash, Jane Alexander, Karen Black
August 24, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1971 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Curiosity Shop
Release year: 1971
Country: United States of America
All About Faces
Release year: 1971
Shock Theater
Release year: 1971
August 24, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Gift Horse
By: Hildegard Knef
Rates fine/near mint jacket because it is price-clipped, otherwise best copy, first edition, first printing jacket in mylar
Living Well Is The Best Revenge
By: Calvin Tomkins
Living Well Is The Best Revenge was first published in 1971. It is now available for younger generations with a new introduction from the author.
The New Centurions
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Joseph Wambaugh, an ex-cop and #1 New York Times bestseller writer, created a new type of literature through his outstanding early police procedurals.
The Drifters
By: James A. Michener
James A. Michener, the acclaimed novelist, presents a poignant and powerful story about a disenchanted youth in Vietnam during this era.
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
By: Dee Brown
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee was immediately recognized as an important and controversial book. Its first publication in 1971.
August 24, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Trek
Galaxy Game
Computer Space
The Oregon Trail
Who was the US President on August 24, 1971?
On August 24, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1971?
On August 24, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1971?
On August 24, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 24th?
August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
- 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.
What happened in 1971?
1971 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
- UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
- Swiss men accept female suffrage
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What was the calendar for August 1971?
August 1971 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.
