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May 27, 1978 was the 147th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 27, 1978 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 27, 1978, who was born and died on May 27, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 27, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. With A Little Luck by Wings), movies (e.g. Fedora, directed by Billy Wilder), TV series (e.g. Heiter Bis Wolkig) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 27th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 27, 1978?
- May 27, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 27, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 27, 1978?
- May 27, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 27, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- May 27, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 27, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- May 27, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 27, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 27, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 27, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 27, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 27, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on May 27, 1978?
What day of the week was May 27, 1978?
May 27, 1978 was a Saturday and it was the 147th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 27, 1978 can also be written as 5/27/1978 in the US and as 27/5/1978 in UK and Europe.
May 27, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 27th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 27, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 27, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 27th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 27, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 27, 1978 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 27, 1978 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 May 27, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 12:11 am and setting at 12:09 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 22, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1978.
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Who was born on May 27, 1978?
Famous people born on May 27, 1978:
- Adin Brown
Former professional soccer player known for his time with the New England Revolution.
- Laurence Fox
Actor.
- Michonne Bourriague
- Jacques Abardonado
- Tomoe Kato
- Brad Peyton
- Cindy Sampson
- Phạm Đoan Trang
- Xin Feng
- Jiri Vlcek
- Hugo Armando
- Edoardo De Bernardis
Whose famous birthday is on May 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 27th:
![Henry Kissinger]()
Henry KissingerGerman-american official in government, advisor, negotiator, and secretary of state under president nixon.
![Christopher Lee]()
Christopher LeeAmerican actor, who gained a large following after the films "curse of frankenstein" in 1957 and "dracula" one year later.
![Chris Colfer]()
Chris ColferChris colfer is an american actor best known for his role as kurt hummel on the television series glee.
![Alain Souchon]()
Alain SouchonFrench pop singer, songwriter, and actor (mother) of swiss descent was born in morocco.
![Joseph Fiennes]()
Joseph FiennesBritish actor.
![Paul Bettany]()
Paul BettanyPaul bettany is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as a beautiful mind, the da vinci code, and the marvel cinematic...
![Vincent Price]()
Vincent PriceAmerican actor and author, best known for his elegantly sophisticated roles in horror.
![Lily-Rose Depp]()
Lily-Rose DeppFrench-american actress and model.
![Cilla Black]()
Cilla BlackBritish tv host and singer.
![Rachel Carson]()
Rachel CarsonAmerican marine biologist employed in the u.s.
May 27, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 45 years 10 months old,
or 550 months and 22 days old,
or 2394 weeks and 5 days old,
or 16763 days old,
if you were born on May 27, 1978.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 May 27, 1978?
There are 39 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 27, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 27, 1978.
May 27, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 27, 1978:
- I Barone Strang William Strang
- Lorenzo Poggi
- Mario Deluigi
- Willie Brown
- Tormod Kjellsen
- Vintilă Mihăilescu
- Eduardo Bottinelli
What famous deaths happened on May 27th?
Famous deaths on May 27th:
![Jeff Conaway]()
Jeff ConawayAmerican actor, aged ten, in the broadway musical "all the way home".
![Jeffrey Hunter]()
Jeffrey HunterActor christopher pike-star trek cage, dies at 43.
![Paul Gleason]()
Paul GleasonAmerican actor (b. 1939).
![Bill Pertwee]()
Bill PertweeEnglish actor (b. 1926).
![Mary Philbin]()
Mary PhilbinAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Ruth McDevitt]()
Ruth McDevittActress (jo all in the family), died at 80.
- Maurice Richards
Legendary ice hockey player known for his scoring prowess.
- Calvyn MacLeod
Key figure in the Protestant Reformation in Scotland.
- Jozeph Roth
Austrian novelist famous for 'The Radetzky March'.
- Amun Nehru
Indian independence activist and political leader.
May 27, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 27, 1978:
- Eutropius
- Mother's Day in Bolivia (Dfa de la Madre)
- Bruno, Bishop of Wnrzburg
- Hildebert
- Pope John I
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Venerable Bede
- Lag Ba'omer in Judaism (2005)
- Children's Day in Nigeria
Saints celebrated on May 27, 1978:
- Saint Julius the Veteran
May 27, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 27, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 27, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 27, 1978 was With A Little Luck by Wings, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 27, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 27, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wings - With A Little Luck
- Johnny Mathis - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
- John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
- Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
- Roberta Flack - The Closer I Get To You
May 27, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 27, 1978 was Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring by Boney M, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 27, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 27, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
- The Bee Gees - Night Fever
- Darts - The Boy From New York City
- Johnny Mathis & Deniece Williams - Too Much Too Little Too Late
- Dee D Jackson - Automatic Lover
May 27, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 27, 1978 was Use Ta Be My Girl by The O'Jays, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 27, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 27, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
- The Isley Brothers - Take Me To The Next Phase
- Heatwave - The Grooveline
- Rufus/Chaka Khan - Stay
- Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
May 27, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 27, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fedora
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Billy Wilder
Starring: William Holden, Marthe Keller, Hildegard Knef, José Ferrer
Ecce bombo
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Nanni Moretti
Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci
Country: Italy
The Night, the Prowler
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Jim Sharman
Starring: Ruth Cracknell, John Frawley, Kerry Walker, John Derum
Corvette Summer
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Matthew Robbins
Starring: Mark Hamill, Annie Potts, Eugene Roche, William Bryant
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
May 27, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 27, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Heiter bis wolkig
Release year: 1978
High Hopes
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Joe Eckardt
Rumpole of the Bailey
Release year: 1978
Starring: Leo McKern, Jonathan Coy, Julian Curry, Marion Mathie
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
May 27, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 27, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Complete Book Of Running
By: James F. Fixx
This article discusses the psychological benefits of running. It also addresses self-esteem and how running can help you cope with tension and pressure.
The Human Factor
By: Graham Greene
Maurice Castle was a top-ranking operative in British secret services during the Cold War. His African wife, Maurice Castle, is his love. She escaped apartheid South Africa together with him.
The Amityville Horror
By: Jay Anson
The Lutz family moved into their new Long Island home in suburban Long Island in December 1975. George and Kathleen Lutz were aware that Ronald DeFeo had murdered his brothers and parents one year prior.
The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Lady
By: Edith Holden
This facsimile reproduction is of the 1906 naturalist's journal. Edith Holden documented in words and pictures the British countryside's flora, fauna, and changes throughout the year.
May 27, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 27, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)
Cosmic Conflict
Phasor Zap
Pirate Adventure
Clowns
Who was the US President on May 27, 1978?
On May 27, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 27, 1978?
On May 27, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 27, 1978?
On May 27, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 27th?
May 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of May. 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 May 27th, such as:
- 2019 - Four french police officers were arrested in connection to the bombing that occurred in lyon's historic center last friday, resulting in 13 injuries. the investigation is being led by anti-terrorist prosecutors. denis broliquier, the district mayor, said that the bomb was too weak to be effective in killing. the attack has not been claimed by anyone.
- 2018 - Politics in japan: yasuhiro nagasone, former japanese prime minister, celebrates his 100th birthday.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 18 people were killed and six others injured by a car bomb blast in khost, eastern afghanistan.
What happened in 1978?
1978 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
- Funeral of Pope Paul VI
- Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar
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What was the calendar for May 1978?
May 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
