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April 26, 1979 was the 116th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 26, 1979 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 26, 1979, who was born and died on April 26, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 26, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Heart Of Glass by Blondie), movies (e.g. The Tin Drum, directed by Volker Schlöndorff), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour In Australia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 26th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 26, 1979?
- April 26, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 26, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 26, 1979?
- April 26, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 26, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
- April 26, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 26, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
- April 26, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 26, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 26, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 26, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 26, 1979?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 26, 1979?
- Who was the Pope on April 26, 1979?
What day of the week was April 26, 1979?
April 26, 1979 was a Thursday and it was the 116th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 26, 1979 can also be written as 4/26/1979 in the US and as 26/4/1979 in UK and Europe.
April 26, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 26th 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 26, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 26, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 26th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 26, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 26, 1979 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 26, 1979 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 26, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 05:20 am and setting at 08:05 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on May 12, 1979.
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Who was born on April 26, 1979?
Famous people born on April 26, 1979:
![Sean Fox]()
Sean FoxActor (3 ninjas kick back, calendar girl).
- Ariane Moffatt
Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Ariane Brodier
Ariane brodier is a french comedian and actress known for her work in television and film.
- Jessa Gamble
Astronomer known for her work on the history of timekeeping.
- Janne Wirman
Finnish keyboard player (children of bodom warmen & masterplan).
- Tarrus Riley
Reggae singer.
- Manal al-Sharif
Activist.
- Sara Downing
- Ol'ga Najmušina
- Stefan Solyom
- Joanne Aluka
- Noelia Mendoza
- Sara Thunebro
- Luca Vullo
- Ferydoon Zandi
Whose famous birthday is on April 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 26th:
![Channing Tatum]()
Channing TatumChanning tatum is an american actor and model known for his roles in popular films such as magic mike and 21 jump street.
![Jet Li]()
Jet LiJet li is a chinese actor known for his martial arts skills and roles in action films such as 'once upon a time in china' and 'lethal weapon...
![Stana Katic]()
Stana KaticStana katic is a canadian actress known for her role as kate beckett on the tv series castle.
![Tionne Watkins]()
Tionne WatkinsTionne watkins, also known as t-boz, is a rapper and singer best known as a member of the popular 90s r&b group tlc.
![Jordana Brewster]()
Jordana BrewsterPanama -- actress (nikki graves - as the world turns.
![Tom Welling]()
Tom WellingTom welling is an american actor best known for his role as clark kent in the television series smallville.
![Kevin James]()
Kevin JamesKevin james is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as doug heffernan on the tv show the king of queens.
![Carol Burnett]()
Carol BurnettAmerican comedian on stage, film and tv.
![Claudine Auger]()
Claudine AugerParis, france -- miss france (1958).
![Joan Chen]()
Joan ChenChinese-american actress, director, producer, and screenwriter.
April 26, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years 11 months old,
or 539 months and 28 days old,
or 2347 weeks and 5 days old,
or 16434 days old,
if you were born on April 26, 1979.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 26, 1979?
There are 3 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 26, 1979?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on April 26, 1979.
April 26, 1979: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 26, 1979:
- Lucio Mastronardi
- Antonio Monni
What famous deaths happened on April 26th?
Famous deaths on April 26th:
![Lucille Ball]()
Lucille BallAmerican actress and well-known comedian, with over 50 films since her 1933 debut.
![Maria Schell]()
Maria SchellAustrian-swiss producer and actress (d. 2005).
![Robert Davi]()
Robert DaviAmerican actor, singer, and director.
![Gail Russell]()
Gail RussellChicago, illinois -- actress.
![Broderick Crawford]()
Broderick CrawfordBroderick Crawford was an American actor known for his role in the TV series 'Highway Patrol'.
![Jayne Meadows]()
Jayne MeadowsWu chang, china -- mrs steve allen actress (dark delusion).
![Alexander Knox]()
Alexander KnoxCanadian-english screenwriter and actor (d. 1995).
![John Bunny]()
John BunnySilent film comedian (born 1863).
![Bessie Love]()
Bessie LoveActress (broadway melody and isadora), is killed at 87.
![Jim Davis]()
Jim DavisActor jack ewing-dallas dies at 65.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 26th
April 26, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 26, 1979:
- World Intellectual Property Day (since 2001).
- Florida and Georgia, USA - Confederate Memorial Day.
- Shi'a Islam - Mawlid, Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Tanzania - Union Day.
- Feast day of the following saint in the Orthodox Church: Stephen of Perm - also Old Permic Alphabet Day
- Trudpert (Irish monk martyred in Germany in 607).
- Lucidius (4th century)
- Paschasius (d. 865)
- Richarius or Riquier (d. 643)
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Alda (d. 1309)
Observances on April 26, 1979:
- International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day
- World Intellectual Property Day [WIPO]
Saints celebrated on April 26, 1979:
- Saint Cletus (Pope Anacletus) and Marcellinus (Popes and martyrs)
April 26, 1979: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 26, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 23rd and April 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 26, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 26, 1979 was Heart Of Glass by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week April 23rd and April 29th.
April 26, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 26, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 23rd and April 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blondie - Heart Of Glass
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- Amii Stewart - Knock On Wood
- Frank Mills - Music Box Dancer
- Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
April 26, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 26, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week April 23rd and April 29th.
April 26, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 26, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 23rd and April 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Art Garfunkel - Bright Eyes
- Racey - Some Girls
- Squeeze - Cool For Cats
- Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
- The Village People - In The Navy
April 26, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 26, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 23rd and April 29th.
April 26, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 26, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 23rd and April 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Peaches & Herb - Reunited
- G.Q. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
- George Benson - Love Ballad
- The Jacksons - Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)
- Foxy - Hot Number
April 26, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 26, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Tin Drum
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Volker Schlöndorff
Starring: David Bennent, Mario Adorf, Angela Winkler, Katharina Thalbach
Country: United States of America
Saint Jack
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich
Starring: Ben Gazzara, Denholm Elliott, James Villiers, Joss Ackland
Ernesto
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Salvatore Samperi
Starring: Michele Placido, Renato Salvatori, Virna Lisi, Lara Wendel, Turi Ferro, Gisela Hahn, Concha Velasco, Martin Halm, Miranda Nocelli, Francisco Marsò
Country: Italy
The Shape of Things to Come
Release year: 1979
Directed by: George McCowan
Starring: Jack Palance, Carol Lynley, Barry Morse, John Ireland
Manhattan
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Woody Allen
April 26, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 26, 1979 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Love Thy Neighbour in Australia
Release year: 1979
Directed by: William G. Stewart
Bedtime Stories
Release year: 1979
Directed by: Adam Shankman
Worzel Gummidge
Release year: 1979
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
You Can't Do That on Television
Release year: 1979
Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy
Country: Canada
April 26, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 26, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
War and Remembrance
By: Herman Wouk
These two classic works capture the current world events and tell the story of one American family caught up in the middle of the war's chaos.
How To Get Whatever You Want Out Of Life
By: Dr. Joyce Brothers
Psychologists have accumulated a lot of information about people. What causes them to be angry? What frustrates them? What makes them smile with joy?
Lauren Bacall By Myself
By: Lauren Bacall
"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON
The Culture Of Narcissism
By: Christopher Lasch
Christopher Lasch was clear when The Culture of Narcissism first appeared. He had identified something very important: What was happening to American society after the decline of
April 26, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 26, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Beam Invader
Star Trek: Phaser Strike
Apple Trek
Lunar Rescue
ABPA Backgammon
Who was the US President on April 26, 1979?
On April 26, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 26, 1979?
On April 26, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 26, 1979?
On April 26, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 26th?
April 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - 17 miners were killed in a large methane explosion in a coal mine located in eastern ukraine's self-proclaimed luhansk people's republic.
- 2018 - The united nations reported the discovery of five mass graves "likely" in blukwa centre, maze/waliba in ituri (democratic republic of congo).
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: after clashes against isil who took the ruins in 2014, the pro-government popular mobilization forces militia retakes control of hatra, an ancient city that was mostly destroyed in iraq's nineveh governorate.
What happened in 1979?
1979 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Coup in Central African Republic: David Dacko overthrows Emperor Bokassa I
- Jose E dod Santos becomes President of Angola
- 100,000 demonstrate in Bonn against nuclear energy
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What was the calendar for April 1979?
April 1979 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.
