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August 24, 1974 was the 236th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 24, 1974 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, 1974, who was born and died on August 24, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. Land Of The Lost) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1974?
- August 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1974?
- August 24, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1974?
What day of the week was August 24, 1974?
August 24, 1974 was a Saturday and it was the 236th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1974 can also be written as 8/24/1974 in the US and as 24/8/1974 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1974:
- Sandra haynie wins lpga national jewish hospital golf open
August 24, 1974: 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, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1974 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1974 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, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 02:06 pm and setting at 11:42 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 03, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Sep 01, 1974.
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Who was born on August 24, 1974?
Famous people born on August 24, 1974:
![Jennifer Lien]()
Jennifer LienAmerican producer and actress.
- Jerni Brewer
Former Governor of Arizona known for her conservative policies.
- Orla Fallon
Former member of the Irish music group Celtic Woman.
- Ray Park
Actor.
- Archie Amerson
Cfl running back (hamilton tiger cats).
- Tony McCombs
Linebacker (arizona cardinals).
- Guillaume Cramoisan
- Naser Al-Sohi
- Yang Jeong-ok
- Schumann Bah
- Mihails Miholaps
- Tristan Mombo
- Vilson Rosero
- Stefano Stefanelli
- Takuya Yamada
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, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 7 months old,
or 595 months and 27 days old,
or 2591 weeks
or 18137 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 1974.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, 1974?
There are 126 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, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 24, 1974.
August 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1974:
- Alexander P. de Seversky
Russian-american pilot and businessman, co-founded republic aviation (b. 1894).
- Aleksandr Nilolaevič Prokof'ev-Severskij
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, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1974:
- 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, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1974 was (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul Anka - (You're) Having My Baby
- Paper Lace - The Night Chicago Died
- Rufus - Tell Me Something Good
- Roberta Flack - Feel Like Makin' Love
- Eric Clapton - I Shot The Sheriff
August 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1974 was When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- 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
August 24, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1974 was Feel Like Makin' Love by Roberta Flack, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 24, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following 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
August 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Appassionata
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone
Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno
Country: Italy
The Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Amazing Grace
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Stan Lathan
Starring: Moms Mabley, Slappy White, Rosalind Cash, Moses Gunn
11 Harrowhouse
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Aram Avakian
The Longest Yard
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Burt Reynolds, Eddie Albert, Ed Lauter, Michael Conrad
Country: United States of America
August 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Land of the Lost
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Brad Silberling
The Capone Investment
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Alan Gibson
Run, Joe, Run
Release year: 1974
Written by: Richard H. Landau
Starring: Paul Frees, Arch Whiting, Chad States
Country: United States of America
Rising Damp
Release year: 1974
August 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold and The Night Manager. Now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
If Beale Street Could Talk
By: James Baldwin
This honest and beautiful novel by James Baldwin tells America the story of love in the face injustice.
Watership Down
By: Richard Adams
Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.
The Woman He Loved
By: Ralph G. Martin
Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972
The Dogs Of War
By: Frederick Forsyth
"Knocking off an armoured truck or a bank is just crude. A whole republic can be taken down with a single stroke. Sir James Manson is a shadowy titan in London's financial sector who is plotting a coup d’etat within …
August 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Qwak!
Elimination
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on August 24, 1974?
On August 24, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1974?
On August 24, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1974?
On August 24, 1974 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 1974?
1974 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
- Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
- 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy
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What was the calendar for August 1974?
August 1974 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.
