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Monday June 24, 1974: on this day
June 24, 1974 was the 175th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Monday.
Is June 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 June 24, 1974, who was born and died on June 24, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 24, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sundown by Gordon Lightfoot), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. The Capone Investment) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 24th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 24, 1974?
- June 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 24, 1974?
- June 24, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 24, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- June 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 24, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 24, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on June 24, 1974?
What day of the week was June 24, 1974?
June 24, 1974 was a Monday and it was the 175th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 24, 1974 can also be written as 6/24/1974 in the US and as 24/6/1974 in UK and Europe.
June 24, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 24, 1974:
- Steve busby retires 1st 9 white sox to set al record with 33 consecutive batters retired
June 24, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 24th is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 24, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 24, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 24th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 24, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 24, 1974 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 24, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 10:44 am and setting at 11:36 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jun 04, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jul 04, 1974.
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Who was born on June 24, 1974?
Famous people born on June 24, 1974:
- Calle Hellevang-Larsen
Calle Hellevang-Larsen is a Norwegian comedian and actor known for his work in television and film.
- Joel Edgerton
Joel edgerton is an australian actor known for his roles in films such as warrior, the great gatsby, and loving.
- Young Jean Lee
Innovative playwright known for her experimental and provocative works.
- Dan Byles
English sailor, rower, and politician.
- Chris Guccione
American baseball umpire and player.
- Adam Treu
Guard/tackle (oakland raiders).
- Carrie Zarse
Chicago, illinois -- diver (1996 olympics).
- Vinnie Fiorello
American songwriter and drummer (less than jake).
- Ruffa Gutierrez
Filipina model and actress.
- Magnus Carlsson
- Alessandro Gisotti
- Roman Kratochvíl
- Juan Manuel Moltedo
- Luca Angeletti
- Emanuela Damasio
Whose famous birthday is on June 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 24th:
![Mick Fleetwood]()
Mick FleetwoodMick fleetwood is a british musician and actor, best known as the drummer and co-founder of the rock band fleetwood mac.
![Mindy Kaling]()
Mindy KalingAmerican comedian, writer, producer, and actress.
![Minka Kelly]()
Minka KellyMinka kelly is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows such as friday night lights and parenthood.
![Nancy Allen]()
Nancy AllenNancy allen is an american actress known for her roles in iconic films such as 'carrie' and 'robocop'.
![Joe Penny]()
Joe PennyBritish-american tv and film actor.
![Michele Lee]()
Michele LeeAmerican actress and singer who played karen mackenzie on cbs's tv prime-time soap, "knots landing" for 14 seasons.
![Peter Weller]()
Peter WellerAmerican actor.
![Iain Glen]()
Iain GlenScottish actor, who won the silver bear award at the berlin international film festival in 1990 for his portrayal as larry winters, the...
![Carla Gallo]()
Carla GalloAmerican actress.
June 24, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 9 months old,
or 597 months and 26 days old,
or 2599 weeks and 4 days old,
or 18197 days old,
if you were born on June 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 June 24, 1974?
There are 66 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 24, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 24, 1974.
June 24, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 24, 1974:
- Ferruccio Pergolesi
- José Gurvich
- María Lejárraga
What famous deaths happened on June 24th?
Famous deaths on June 24th:
![Eli Wallach]()
Eli WallachAmerican actor, tv and stage actor.
![Jackie Gleason]()
Jackie GleasonAmerican comedian.
![David Tomlinson]()
David TomlinsonScotland, united kingdom -- actor ("mary poppins," helter skelter).
![Brian Keith]()
Brian KeithAmerican actor and tv star, who was versatile enough to play everything, from a homicidal maniac, to a burly soldier man, to a kind parent,...
![Paul Winchell]()
Paul WinchellAmerican actor, voice artist, and ventriloquist (b. 1922).
![Hibari Misora]()
Hibari MisoraJapanese actress and singer (born 1937).
- Kabir
Kabir was a 15th-century Indian mystic poet and saint, whose writings had a profound influence on the Bhakti movement.
- Alveria Matarazzo
Italian-Brazilian businesswoman known for her philanthropy and industrial empire.
- Azarria Pitts
Renowned actress known for her roles in silent films.
- Xaivier Herbert
Renowned author known for his impactful novels and essays.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 24th
June 24, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 24, 1974:
- Roman Catholic Church - Feast of Saint John the Baptist, patron saint of QuTbec
- Discovery Day in Newfoundland and Labrador (celebrating the 1497 discovery by John Cabot)
- Bannockburn Day in Scotland (see 1314 above)
- Quarter days in England
- Battle of Carabobo Day in Venezuela (1821)
- FOte nationale du QuTbec, also called St-Jean-Baptiste Day
- Day of Indian in Peru
- Original Midsummer's Eve in Finland and Sweden, although the official holiday is now moved to the nearest Friday
- St. John's Day in Estonia and Sao Joao in Porto
- Festival of San Juan observed in Bolivia and Peru
Observances on June 24, 1974:
- International Day of Women in Diplomacy
June 24, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 24, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 24th and June 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 24, 1974 was Sundown by Gordon Lightfoot, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.
June 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 24th and June 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gordon Lightfoot - Sundown
- Bo Donaldson & The Heywoods - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
- The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New
- William DeVaughn - Be Thankful For What You Got
- Olivia Newton-John - If You Love Me (Let Me Know)
June 24, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 24, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.
June 24, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 24th and June 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ray Stevens - The Streak
- Showaddywaddy - Hey Rock And Roll
- The Rubettes - Sugar Baby Love
- Gary Glitter - Always Yours
- R Dean Taylor - There's A Ghost In My House
June 24, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 24, 1974 was Finally Got Myself Together (I'm A Changed Man) by The Impressions, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.
June 24, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 24, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 24th and June 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Impressions - Finally Got Myself Together (I'm A Changed Man)
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - On And On
- The Spinners - I'm Coming Home
- George McCrae - Rock Your Baby
- Eddie Kendricks - Son Of Sagittarius
June 24, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 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
The Swinging Cheerleaders
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Jack Hill
Starring: Jo Johnston, Cheryl Smith, Colleen Camp, Rosanne Katon
For Pete's Sake
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Peter Yates
Starring: Barbra Streisand, Michael Sarrazin, Estelle Parsons, Molly Picon
Chinatown
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Roman Polanski
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston, Perry Lopez
Country: United States of America
June 24, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 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:
The Capone Investment
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Alan Gibson
My Old Man
Release year: 1974
Directed by: John Erman
And the Big Men Fly
Release year: 1974
Wodehouse Playhouse
Release year: 1974
June 24, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 24, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Memory Book
By: Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas
You can unleash the hidden power in your mind with Harry Lorayne's and Jerry Lucas’s simple, failsafe memory system. This will allow you to become more productive, imaginative, and powerful at work.
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.
I Heard The Owl Call My Name
By: Margaret Craven
Kingcome is a village nestled in the Pacific Northwest's remote wilderness. It was established by two brothers, Kwakiutl myth.
Watership Down
By: Richard Adams
Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.
June 24, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 24, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on June 24, 1974?
On June 24, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 24, 1974?
On June 24, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on June 24, 1974?
On June 24, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about June 24th?
June 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of June. 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 June 24th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 amhara region coup-d'etat: migbaru kbede, the attorney general of ethiopia's amhara region dies from injuries sustained during the attempted coup two days before. asaminew tsige was reportedly killed by security personnel.
- 2018 - Eastern daraa offensive (june 2018: first time that russian warplanes provided air cover for the offensive
- 2017 - Incidents between israeli and syrian ceasefire lines during the syrian civil war. israel and syria exchanged weapons fire in the disputed golan height. israel destroyed several targets, including two syrian tanks. although there were casualties on the ground in syria it is not known how many among the syrian forces. there were no injuries to israeli troops.
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 June 1974?
June 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
