Saturday 26 February 1977
It was Saturday, under the sign of Pisces (see planets position on February 26, 1977). The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democratic).
Famous people born on this day include Greg Rikaart and Koxie (singer).
In that special week of February people in US were listening to New Kid In Town by Eagles.
In UK When I Need You by Leo Sayer was in the top 5 hits.
Slap Shot, directed by George Roy Hill, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1977
while Trinity by Leon Uris was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Rob Roy.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing Blackjack or Street Racer.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the whole 1977 or at February 26 across the years.
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Historical Events
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Holidays:
- Blessed Edigna
- Saint Mechtild (d. 1154)
- Blessed Leo of Furnes (d. 1163)
- Saint Victor
- Saint Alexander of Alexandria
- Saint Nestor (died 251)
- Liberation Day in Kuwait (1991).
- Nation of Islam - Savior's Day - commemoration of the birthdate of Wallace Fard Muhammad, believed to be Allah in human form, the saviour of the black race.
Famous Birthdays:
- Greg Rikaart: American actor.
- Koxie (singer)
- Roma Syria: Italian singer, pro as a teenager singing pop music.
- Tim Thomas (basketball)
- James Wan
- Josh Towers: American baseball player and sportscaster.
- Tim Thomas: NBA forward (Philadelphia 76ers).
- Marty Reasoner: American ice hockey player and coach.
- Calli Cox: American porn actress.
- Shane Williams: Welsh rugby player.
Famous Deaths:
- Maxime Jacob: French musician, composer and organist.
- Bukka White: rocker, dies at age 43.
Facts:
- 1st flight of Space Shuttle (atop a Boeing 747)
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Planetary positions on this day
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Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in February 1977?
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: Andrei Sakharov -- Feb. 21, 1977
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8525
- LIFE: explore magazine covers
- Beano: Your personalised Beano Book from 1977
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Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of February 1977 ?
Top #10 songs in the USA
- Eagles - New Kid In Town
- Barbra Streisand - Love Theme From A Star Is Born (Evergreen)
- Manfred Mann's Earth Band - Blinded By The Light
- Steve Miller Band - Fly Like An Eagle
- Kenny Nolan - I Like Dreamin'
- Jacksons - Enjoy Yourself
- Mary MacGregor - Torn Between Two Lovers
- Bob Seger - Night Moves
- ABBA - Dancing Queen
- Barry Manilow - Weekend In New England
Top #10 R&B songs
- Natalie Cole - I've Got Love On My Mind
- Thelma Houston - Don't Leave Me This Way
- Stevie Wonder - I Wish
- The Dramatics - Be My Girl
- William Bell - Tryin' To Love Two
- Deniece Williams - Free
- Latimore - Somethin' 'bout 'cha
- Facts Of Life - Sometimes
- Brass Construction - Ha Cha Cha (funktion)
- Enchantment - Gloria
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks ?
Your Erroneous Zones
This best selling guide sends a simple but profound message - avoid the trap of negative thinking and master the art of self-actualization.
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Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days ?
Blackjack
Boot Hill
Street Racer
Triple Hunt
