Friday July 27, 1979: on this day

July 27, 1979 was the 208th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is July 27, 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 July 27, 1979, who was born and died on July 27, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 27, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bad Girls by Donna Summer), movies (e.g. North Dallas Forty, directed by Ted Kotcheff), TV series (e.g. Ride On Stranger) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 27th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 27, 1979?


July 27, 1979 was a Friday and it was the 208th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 27, 1979 can also be written as 7/27/1979 in the US and as 27/7/1979 in UK and Europe.

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July 27, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 27th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 27, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 27, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Goat personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on July 27th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 27, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 27, 1979 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 27, 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 July 27, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 09:05 am and setting at 10:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 09, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Aug 08, 1979.

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Who was born on July 27, 1979?


Famous people born on July 27, 1979:

  • Sidney Govou

    French international footballer, beninese-born, plays for monts d'or azergues foot in the championnat de france amateur.

  • Shannon Moore

    American singer and wrestler (peroxwhy!gen).

  • Jorge Arce

    Mexican boxer.

  • Marielle Franco

    Brazilian politician, feminist, and human rights activist (d. 2018).

  • Juliet Rylance

    Actress.

  • Jaymee Joaquin

    Filipina model and actress.

  • Rodolfo Moya
  • Giordano Petri
  • Aistė Pilvelytė
  • Kid606
  • Miroslav Vajs
  • Baya Rahouli
  • Peter Sack
  • The Bullitts
  • Johannes Krüger
  • Yusri Al-Bashah

Whose famous birthday is on July 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 27th:

  • Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
    Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

    Nikolaj coster-waldau is a danish actor known for his role as jaime lannister in the popular tv series game of thrones.

  • Donnie Yen
    Donnie Yen

    Donnie yen is a hong kong actor and martial artist known for his roles in action films such as ip man and rogue one: a star wars story.

  • Tory Lanez
    Tory Lanez

    Tory lanez is a canadian musician known for his hit songs and versatile music style.

  • Julian McMahon
    Julian McMahon

    Actor and model from australia who moved to hollywood, ca in search of fame and fortune.

  • Taylor Schilling
    Taylor Schilling

    American actress.

  • Maya Rudolph
    Maya Rudolph

    Maya rudolph is an american comedian and actress known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    Jonathan Rhys Meyers

    Jonathan rhys meyers is an irish actor known for his roles in movies such as bend it like beckham and match point, as well as for his...

  • James Best
    James Best

    James best was an american actor best known for his role as sheriff rosco p. coltrane on the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Maria Grazia Cucinotta
    Maria Grazia Cucinotta

    Messina sicily (italie) -- actress (postman).

  • Bobbie Gentry
    Bobbie Gentry

    American guitarist and singer-songwriter.

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July 27, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 8 months old,

or 536 months and 1 day old,

or 2330 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16316 days old,

if you were born on July 27, 1979.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 27, 1979?

There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 27, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on July 27, 1979.

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July 27, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 27, 1979:

  • Ettore Manni
    Ettore Manni

    Italian actor in film who appeared in 107 films from 1952 to 1979.

  • Shirley Mason

    American woman diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder or "multiple personalities".

  • Antonio Cerotti
  • Henri Saint Cyr
  • Gustavo Cochet

What famous deaths happened on July 27th?

Famous deaths on July 27th:

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Bob Hope
    Bob Hope

    An english comedian and entertainer, he is a star who is known for his quick-witted quips on current events and for his tours around the...

  • Elizabeth Allan
    Elizabeth Allan

    Actress (tale of 2 cities - camille, java head).

  • Tony Martin
    Tony Martin

    Oakland, california -- singer ( show, tonight we love).

  • Binnie Barnes
    Binnie Barnes

    English-american actress, whose film career spanned fifty year spans from 1923 to 1973.

  • Geoffrey Hughes
    Geoffrey Hughes

    English actor (d. 2012).

  • Judith Barsi
    Judith Barsi

    Actress as a child, killed by her father and mother at 11.

  • Journe Rolex

    Journe Rolex was a German watchmaker and entrepreneur who founded the Rolex watch company.

  • William Wyler

    Renowned film director known for classics like 'Ben-Hur' and 'Roman Holiday'.

  • Fernando Alonso

    Two-time Formula 1 World Champion known for his exceptional driving skills.

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July 27, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 27, 1979:

  • Malchus
  • Maldives - Independence Day, 2nd Day
  • Vietnam - Memorial Day for War Martyrs
  • Ancient Latvia - Septinu Guletaju Diena held
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 10 saints: St. Pantaleon
  • St. Congall
  • The Seven Sleepers, Saints Maximian
  • Martinian
  • Dionysius
  • Cuba - Revolution Day, 2nd Day
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July 27, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 27, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 23rd and July 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 27, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 27, 1979 was Bad Girls by Donna Summer, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.

July 27, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bad Girls
  2. - Ring My Bell
  3. - Good Times
  4. - Hot Stuff
  5. - Makin' It

July 27, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 27, 1979 was Are 'Friends' Electric by Tubeway Army, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.

July 27, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are 'Friends' Electric
  2. - Silly Games
  3. - I Don't Like Mondays
  4. - C'mon Everybody
  5. - Up The Junction

July 27, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 27, 1979 was Good Times by Chic, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.

July 27, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Good Times
  2. - Turn Off The Lights
  3. - Bad Girls
  4. - Chase Me
  5. - You Gonna Make Me Love Somebody Else

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July 27, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 27, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

North Dallas Forty

North Dallas Forty

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Ted Kotcheff

Starring: Nick Nolte, Charles Durning, Mac Davis, Dayle Haddon

The Lady in Red

The Lady in Red

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Lewis Teague

Starring: Pamela Sue Martin, Robert Conrad, Louise Fletcher, Robert Hogan

Ernesto

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

Org

Org

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Fernando Birri

Starring: Terence Hill, Jean-Luc Godard, Glauber Rocha, Roberto Rossellini, Lidija Juracik, Julio García Espinosa, Herbert Marcuse, Nolika Pareda, Francesco Di Giacomo (II), Jonas Mekas, Isaac Twen Obu, Pietro Santalamazza

Country: Italy

The Amityville Horror

The Amityville Horror

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Stuart Rosenberg

Starring: James Brolin, Margot Kidder, Rod Steiger, Don Stroud

Country: United States of America

July 27, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 27, 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:

Ride on Stranger

Ride on Stranger

Release year: 1979

Jigsaw

Jigsaw

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Michael Spierig

The Mallens

The Mallens

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Brian Mills

Carga Pesada

Carga Pesada

Release year: 1979

Thundercloud

Thundercloud

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Talon Clemow

July 27, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 27, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Vicar Of Christ by Walter F. Murphy

The Vicar Of Christ

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The 35th Anniversary Edition of The New York Times Bestseller features a new introduction by Justice Samuel Alito, U.S.

War and Remembrance by Herman Wouk

War and Remembrance

By:

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.

Class Reunion by Rona Jaffe

Class Reunion

By:

Fictional Novel, Literary Fiction

A Necessary Woman by Helen Van Slyke

A Necessary Woman

By:

A WOMAN'S POINT OF DECISIONMARY Farr Morgan seemed to have it all: a handsome husband and a brilliant career. She also had great looks and was full of vitality. Only she could see her hunger for a man who could …

Sophie's Choice by William Styron

Sophie's Choice

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Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …

July 27, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 27, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Sundance

Sundance

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Cinematronics

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Radar Scope

Radar Scope

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

Speed Freak

Speed Freak

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Vectorbeam

Heiankyo Alien

Heiankyo Alien

Platform: PC-8001 Arcade Apple II Game Boy Super Famicom Microsoft Windows Mobile phone

Genre: Action, Puzzle, Maze

Publisher: Denki Onkyō (original release) Meldac (Game Boy) Nihon Bussan (Super Famicom)

history

Who was the US President on July 27, 1979?

On July 27, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 27, 1979?

On July 27, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 27, 1979?

On July 27, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 27th?

July 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of July. 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 July 27th, such as:

  • 2019 - Relations japan-north korea: japan warned saturday that north korean projectiles are following trajectories not common for conventional ballistic missiles. this makes it difficult, if not impossible to intercept them on their way to japan.
  • 2018 - Proposed disney acquisition of 21st century fox: 21st century fox shareholders approve a $71.3 million merger with the walt disney company.
  • 2017 - War in donbass: the sbu, ukraine's national intelligence service, reports that a drone carrying zmg-1 thermite bombs caused the explosions at balakliia, an eastern ukrainian military base, in march 2017. there were 5 people injured and 1 person died in the explosions.

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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 July 1979?

July 1979 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

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