Friday January 26, 1973: on this day

January 26, 1973 was the 26th day of the year 1973, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 26, 1973 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 26, 1973, who was born and died on January 26, 1973, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 26, 1973, which were the most popular songs (ex. Superstition by Stevie Wonder), movies (e.g. The Boss, directed by Fernando Di Leo), TV series (e.g. Lawinenpatrouille) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 26th, 1973 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 26, 1973?


January 26, 1973 was a Friday and it was the 26th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 26, 1973 can also be written as 1/26/1973 in the US and as 26/1/1973 in UK and Europe.

January 26, 1973 in January 1973 calendar

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January 26, 1973: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 26, 1973:

  • Belgium government of leburton forms.

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January 26, 1973: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 26th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 26, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 26, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on January 26th, 1973 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 26, 1973: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 26, 1973 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 26, 1973 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 January 26, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 12:48 am and setting at 11:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Who was born on January 26, 1973?


Famous people born on January 26, 1973:

  • Melvil Poupaud
    Melvil Poupaud

    French actor, screenwriter, cinematographer and singer-composer (one solo album), and film editor.

  • Larissa Lowing

    Canadian artistic gymnast.

  • Mayu Shinjo

    Japanese illustrator and author.

  • Brendan Rodgers

    Northern irish footballer and manager.

  • The Maestro

    American actor and wrestler.

  • Ya K

    Congolese-belgian rapper (technotronic).

  • Tony Ramirez

    Tackle (detroit lions).

  • W. Kamau Bell

    Comedian.

  • Mark Brook

    Wlaf linebacker (rhein fire).

  • Tatsuki Katayama

    Hockey defenseman (team japan 1998).

  • Ya Kid K
  • Lutz Bachmann
  • Jennifer Crystal
  • Morris Manolo Ripa
  • Xiao Jian

Whose famous birthday is on January 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 26th:

  • Ellen DeGeneres
    Ellen DeGeneres

    Ellen degeneres is a comedian and television host known for her popular talk show, the ellen degeneres show, as well as her advocacy for...

  • Louis Zamperini
    Louis Zamperini

    Louis zamperini was an american world war ii veteran, a prisoner of war survivor, and an olympic distance runner.

  • Anita Baker
    Anita Baker

    Anita baker is an r&b singer known for her soulful voice and hits like 'sweet love' and 'giving you the best that i got'.

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • Wayne Gretzky
    Wayne Gretzky

    Canadian-american hockey player named athlete of year 01/09/1982.

  • Scott Glenn
    Scott Glenn

    Scott glenn is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as the silence of the lambs, the hunt for red october, and the...

  • Roger Vadim
    Roger Vadim

    French director, who started directing in 1961.

  • Théo Sarapo
    Théo Sarapo

    French actor-singer from greece, and second husband to the french singer a%0dith.

  • Anne Jeffreys
    Anne Jeffreys

    North carolina, united states -- actresses (dick tracy topper, general hospital).

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January 26, 1973: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 51 years 2 months old,

or 614 months and 25 days old,

or 2673 weeks and 1 day old,

or 18712 days old,

if you were born on January 26, 1973.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 26, 1973?

There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 26th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 26, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 26, 1973.

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January 26, 1973: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 26, 1973:

  • Edward G. Robinson

    Romanian-american actor (b. 1893).

  • Jay C Higginbotham

    American musician (born 1906).

  • Meijer Sluyser

    Dutch journalist/commentator (vara), dies at about age 71.

  • Edward G Robinson [Goldenberg]

    Actor (little caesar), dies at 79.

  • Aldo Arzilli
  • Phin Choonhavan

What famous deaths happened on January 26th?

Famous deaths on January 26th:

  • James Cameron
    James Cameron

    James cameron is a canadian film director known for creating blockbuster movies such as titanic and avatar.

  • José Ferrer
    José Ferrer

    Puerto rican-american actor and director (d. 1992).

  • Mike Connors
    Mike Connors

    Touch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.

  • Abe Vigoda
    Abe Vigoda

    American actor.

  • Barbara Hale
    Barbara Hale

    Barbara hale was an american actress best known for her role as della street in the television series perry mason.

  • Grace Moore
    Grace Moore

    United states -- soprano ("one night to live").

  • Kobe Bryant

    Kobe Bryant was an American professional basketball player and entrepreneur who co-founded a venture capital firm and media production...

  • Kden Kobe

    Kden Kobe was a legendary NBA player who spent his entire 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning 5 championships and being...

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January 26, 1973: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 26, 1973:

  • Roman Empire - third day of the Sementivae in honor of Ceres and Terra.
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Timothy and Titus
  • Polycarp
  • Margaret of Hungary
  • International Holocaust Remembrance Day
  • Uganda - Liberation Day.
  • India - Republic Day - One of only three state holidays in India, celebrated with pomp and a military parade in New Delhi.
  • International Customs Day.
  • Australia - Australia Day.

Saints celebrated on January 26, 1973:

  • Saint Alberic
  • Saint Paula
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January 26, 1973: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 26, 1973 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 22nd and January 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 26, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 26, 1973 was Superstition by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 26, 1973: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 26, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Superstition
  2. - You're So Vain
  3. - Crocodile Rock
  4. - Your Mama Don't Dance
  5. - Why Can't We Live Together

January 26, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 26, 1973 was Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond, according to the music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 26, 1973: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 26, 1973 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Long Haired Lover From Liverpool
  2. - Blockbuster
  3. - The Jean Genie
  4. - You're So Vain
  5. - Solid Gold Easy Action

January 26, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 26, 1973 was Why Can't We Live Together by Timmy Thomas, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 22nd and January 28th.

January 26, 1973: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 26, 1973 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 22nd and January 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Why Can't We Live Together
  2. - Superstition
  3. - The World Is A Ghetto
  4. - Trouble Man
  5. - Love Jones

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January 26, 1973: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 26, 1973 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Boss

The Boss

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Fernando Di Leo

Starring: Henry Silva, Richard Conte, Gianni Garko, Antonia Santilli

Steelyard Blues

Steelyard Blues

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Alan Myerson

Starring: Mel Stewart, Donald Sutherland, Howard Hesseman, Morgan Upton

Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Corrado Farina

Starring: Carroll Baker, George Eastman (II), Ely Galleani, Carla Mancini, Lorenzo Piani, Isabelle De Funès, Daniela Balzaretti

Country: Italy

Last Tango in Paris

Last Tango in Paris

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci

Manson

Manson

Release year: 1973

Directed by: Jim Van Bebber

January 26, 1973: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 26, 1973 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Lawinenpatrouille

Lawinenpatrouille

Release year: 1973

The Bobby Darin Show

The Bobby Darin Show

Release year: 1973

Starring: Bobby Darin, Richard Bakalyan, Roger Carroll, Geoff Edwards

Country: United States of America

Dead of Night

Dead of Night

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Release year: 1972

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

January 26, 1973: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 26, 1973 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Odessa File by Frederick Forsyth

The Odessa File

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A suicide of an elderly German Jew explodes in revelation after revelation. Of a Mafia-like organisation called Odessa...of a real-life fugitive known by the "Butcher of Riga"..of young German journalist, tumed obsessed assassin and.

The Peter Prescription by Laurence J. Peter

The Peter Prescription

By:

Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.

The Winds Of War by Herman Wouk

The Winds Of War

By:

The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.

All Creatures Great And Small by James Herriot

All Creatures Great And Small

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This classic bestseller is multimillion-copy. Enter the magical world of James Herriot, the beloved veterinarian and his gang of funny, heartwarming, and tragic animal patients.

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution

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America's trusted doctor now shows how to live longer, feel better. Robert C. Atkins, a world-renowned medical expert, has taught millions how to lose weight while keeping it off

January 26, 1973: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 26, 1973 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

TREK73

TREK73

Platform: HP Time-Shared BASIC

Genre: Space combat simulation

Lemonade Stand

Lemonade Stand

Genre: Business

Gotcha

Gotcha

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Lunar Lander

Lunar Lander

Platform: DEC GT40 graphics terminal, PDP-11 based

Genre: Retro/Simulation

history

Who was the US President on January 26, 1973?

On January 26, 1973 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 26, 1973?

On January 26, 1973 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 26, 1973?

On January 26, 1973 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 26th?

January 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of January. 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 January 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - Nairobi latema road explosion: two people were injured when an explosive device exploded outside a movie theatre in nairobi's busy capital. this area was also the scene of an earlier attack this month.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: recep tayyip erdan, president of turkey, says that the afrin offensive will now be directed east towards manbij, and the border to iraq.
  • 2017 - Libyan civil war (2014-present). forces of libyan national army claim that they have captured one of benghazi's last strongholds from ansar al-sharia.

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What happened in 1973?

1973 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Egyptian tanks move further into Israel
  • Judy Rankin wins LPGA GNA Golf Classic
  • Raisin opens at 46th St. Theater NYC for 847 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1973?

January 1973 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1973 calendar looked like.

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