Wednesday June 27, 1979: on this day

June 27, 1979 was the 178th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is June 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 June 27, 1979, who was born and died on June 27, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 27, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ring My Bell by Anita Ward), movies (e.g. The Wanderers, directed by Philip Kaufman), TV series (e.g. The Mallens) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was June 27, 1979?


June 27, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 178th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 27, 1979 can also be written as 6/27/1979 in the US and as 27/6/1979 in UK and Europe.

June 27, 1979 in June 1979 calendar

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June 27, 1979: What happened on that day?


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June 27, 1979: What were the magazines covers that day?

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 27th 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 27, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 27, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 08:25 am and setting at 10:35 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 10, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 1979.

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Who was born on June 27, 1979?


Famous people born on June 27, 1979:

  • Fabrizzio Miccoli

    Italian footballer known for his skill and goal-scoring ability.

  • Benoît Poher

    Benoît poher is a french musician best known as the lead vocalist of the band kyo.

  • Wyatt Keller

    Neuroscientist known for research on brain disorders.

  • Amalia Poulain

    French actress known for her roles in critically acclaimed films like 'Amélie'.

  • Martin Bourboulon

    French film director and screenwriter.

  • Kim Gyu-ri

    South korean actress.

  • Benjamin Speed

    Australian film composer and musician.

  • John Warne

    American bass player.

  • Barak Epstein

    Director.

  • Daniela Lo Piano
  • Liz Stauber
  • Scott Taylor
  • Massimiliano Irrati
  • Shunsuke Itō
  • Peoria Koshiba
  • Fabiano Lima Rodrigues
  • Giorgio Andreotta Calò

Whose famous birthday is on June 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 27th:

  • Isabelle Adjani
    Isabelle Adjani

    French actress, international film star.

  • Chandler Riggs
    Chandler Riggs

    Chandler riggs is a tv actor best known for his role as carl grimes on the popular tv show the walking dead.

  • Tobey Maguire
    Tobey Maguire

    American actor.

  • Nico Rosberg
    Nico Rosberg

    Nico rosberg is a retired german race car driver who is best known for winning the 2016 formula one world championship.

  • Ed Westwick
    Ed Westwick

    Ed westwick is an english actor best known for his role as chuck bass on the tv series gossip girl.

  • Drake Bell
    Drake Bell

    Drake bell is an american actor and musician best known for his role on the nickelodeon show drake & josh.

  • Sam Claflin
    Sam Claflin

    Sam claflin is a british actor known for his roles in the hunger games film series and me before you.

  • Christian Kane
    Christian Kane

    American singer and actor.

  • Courtney Ford
    Courtney Ford

    American producer and actress.

  • Emma Lahana
    Emma Lahana

    Tv actress.

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


You are 44 years 8 months old,

or 536 months and 21 days old,

or 2333 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16337 days old,

if you were born on June 27, 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 June 27, 1979?

There are 100 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 27th 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on June 27, 1979:

  • Dave Fleischer

What famous deaths happened on June 27th?

Famous deaths on June 27th:

  • Bud Spencer
    Bud Spencer

    Bud spencer is an actor, filmmaker, and former professional swimmer from italy.

  • Jack Lemmon
    Jack Lemmon

    American actor.

  • Gale Storm
    Gale Storm

    American actress, and wholesome lead lady of minor films in '40s.

  • Joan Sims
    Joan Sims

    Actress (carry on behind carry on cleo).

  • Ranjit Singh

    Founder of the Sikh Empire in the Indian subcontinent.

  • Edgel Vaughan

    Renowned guitarist and member of the band Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble.

  • Broox Tarrant

    Renowned actor known for his versatile roles in film and television.

  • Mukhtar Auezov

    Renowned Kazakh playwright and author.

  • Satoya Masamune

    Renowned samurai warrior known for his exceptional swordsmithing skills.

  • Marguerette Zorach

    Renowned artist and entrepreneur known for her contributions to modern art.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 27th

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


Holidays on June 27, 1979:

  • National HIV Testing Day in United States
  • National Veterans' Day in the United Kingdom [1]
  • Stonewall Day (date of many gay pride celebrations, including those in New York City, San Francisco, Toronto, and Madrid)
  • Feast of St Cyril of Alexandria

Observances on June 27, 1979:

  • Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day
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June 27, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 27, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 25th and July 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 27, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

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

The music chart in the USA on June 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Hot Stuff
  3. - Bad Girls
  4. - We Are Family
  5. - Chuck E.'s In Love

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 27, 1979 was Are 'Friends' Electric by Tubeway Army, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

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

The music chart in the UK on June 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are 'Friends' Electric
  2. - Silly Games
  3. - C'mon Everybody
  4. - Girls Talk
  5. - Good Times

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 27, 1979 was Ring My Bell by Anita Ward, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.

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

The R&B music chart on June 27, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ring My Bell
  2. - Boogie Wonderland
  3. - Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now
  4. - Hot Stuff
  5. - We Are Family

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

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

The Wanderers

The Wanderers

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Philip Kaufman

Starring: Ken Wahl, Karen Allen, John Friedrich, Toni Kalem

Country: United States of America

Moonraker

Moonraker

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Lewis Gilbert

Starring: Roger Moore, Lois Chiles, Michael Lonsdale, Richard Kiel

Country: United States of America

The Frisco Kid

The Frisco Kid

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Gene Wilder, Harrison Ford, Ramon Bieri, Val Bisoglio

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

Arabian Adventure

Arabian Adventure

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Kevin Connor

Starring: Christopher Lee, Milo O'Shea, Oliver Tobias, Emma Samms

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

The most popular TV Series on June 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:

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

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William G. Stewart

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

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

Cruel Shoes by Steve Martin

Cruel Shoes

By:

Cruel Shoes

A Distant Mirror by Barbara W. Tuchman

A Distant Mirror

By:

Barbara W. Tuchman, the acclaimed author of The Guns of August, won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. She once again uses her gifts for character, history and sparkling prose to create an amazing portrait of medieval life.

The Powers That Be by David Halberstam

The Powers That Be

By:

David Halberstam's powerful account of "The Powers That Be", which is brimming with the conflicts, personalities, and ambitions that changed the media from something that just followed the news to something that created it, is riveting.

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

By:

"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 Complete Book Of Running by James F. Fixx

The Complete Book Of Running

By:

This article discusses the psychological benefits of running. It also addresses self-esteem and how running can help you cope with tension and pressure.

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

The most popular videogames on June 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

Auto Racing

Auto Racing

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Mattel

Star Raiders

Star Raiders

Platform: Atari 8-bit family

Genre: Space simulation

Publisher: Atari, Inc

Galaxian

Galaxian

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway

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Who was the US President on June 27, 1979?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on June 27, 1979?

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

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What is special about June 27th?

June 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 tunis bombings: two blasts from suicide bombers kill one officer and injure nine others in tunis.
  • 2018 - Fastjet shares fell 72% in the wake of equity talks between shareholders. the airline warned that trading could be stopped completely and that the company may be liquidated if no solution is found.
  • 2017 - Ukrainian crisis: maksym shapoval is assassinated by a car bomb in kiev. he was a ukrainian intelligence officer and the head of a special forces force unit.

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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 June 1979?

June 1979 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.

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