Tuesday February 28, 1978: on this day

February 28, 1978 was the 59th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 28, 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 February 28, 1978, who was born and died on February 28, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Love Is) Thicker Than Water by Andy Gibb), movies (e.g. An Unmarried Woman, directed by Paul Mazursky), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1978?


February 28, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 59th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1978 can also be written as 2/28/1978 in the US and as 28/2/1978 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 28, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 28th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 28, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1978 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 February 28, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 10:46 pm and setting at 10:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 23, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1978.

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Who was born on February 28, 1978?


Famous people born on February 28, 1978:

  • Khalin Aziz

    Acclaimed singer and songwriter known for his fusion of traditional and contemporary music.

  • Crystale Mercier

    Crystale Mercier is a climatologist who specializes in the study of global climate patterns and their impact on human societies.

  • Sophiah Choi

    Sophiah Choi is a South Korean entrepreneur and the co-founder of Coupang, a leading e-commerce platform in South Korea.

  • Altonio Rossi

    Altonio Rossi is a renowned contemporary artist known for his innovative use of mixed media.

  • Sukhman Brar

    Sukhman Brar is a Canadian entrepreneur who founded a technology startup that has gained significant traction in the market.

  • Sejla Jusic

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Ninoska López-Exquerra

    Astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets.

  • Makinsley Hernandez

    Makinsley Hernandez is a celebrated artist known for her unique and innovative approach to visual arts.

  • Diron Evans

    Diron Evans is an innovative entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup in the renewable energy sector.

  • Iliza Fernandez

    Iliza Fernandez is a Spanish singer-songwriter and guitarist known for her indie folk music.

  • Jerianne Higa

    Renowned poet celebrated for her evocative and emotional verses.

  • Kaspian Bauer

    Kaspian Bauer is a German entrepreneur and co-founder of a successful technology startup.

  • Lunah Khalil

    Lunah Khalil is a renowned scientist specializing in renewable energy research.

  • Alioune Badara Ndiaye

    Alioune Badara Ndiaye is a Senegalese entrepreneur who founded a successful tech startup.

  • Urie Novak

    Urie Novak is a respected columnist known for her insightful commentary on social and political issues.

  • Tirsa Herrera

    Costa Rican politician advocating for environmental conservation and sustainable development.

  • Elion Qarri

    Kosovar politician and former Minister of Culture.

  • Norlan Eduardo

    Current Congressman recognized for his work on environmental conservation.

  • Peni Lubega

    Known for vibrant and expressive paintings.

  • Ronan Carr

    Ronan Carr is an Irish journalist and broadcaster who has reported on politics and current affairs.

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 1 month old,

or 553 months and 23 days old,

or 2407 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16853 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 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 February 28, 1978?

There are 314 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 28, 1978.

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February 28, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1978:

  • Leaman

    Prominent politician known for his advocacy for social justice.

  • Evelette Burch

    Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.

  • Fredderick Nelson

    Renowned for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes.

  • Chalon Lukas

    Chalon Lukas was a French painter known for his impressionist and post-impressionist style.

  • Rexton

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.

  • Clesta Samson

    Renowned author known for her captivating novels.

  • Zara Cully

    American actress (b. 1892).

  • Eric Frank Russell

    At 73, sci-fi author (hugo deep space) dies.

  • Philip Ahn of Los Angeles

    California, actor (master kan - kung fu), dies at age 66.

  • Philip Ahn
  • Consuelo Kanaga
  • Stevan Tommei

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Henry Luce

    American publisher, born in china.

  • Dewell Hines

    Dewell Hines was a celebrated artist known for their unique and innovative artistic style.

  • Aleja Fernandez

    Aleja Fernandez was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and its applications in...

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

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February 28, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1978:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1978:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 27th and March 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1978 was (Love Is) Thicker Than Water by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.

February 28, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
  2. - Stayin' Alive
  3. - Sometimes When We Touch
  4. - Emotion
  5. - Night Fever

February 28, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1978 was Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.

February 28, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Wuthering Heights
  2. - Take A Chance On Me
  3. - Denis
  4. - Come Back My Love
  5. - Wishing On A Star

February 28, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1978 was Flashlight by Parliament, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.

February 28, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Flashlight
  2. - It's You That I Need
  3. - Always And Forever
  4. - Too Hot Ta Trot
  5. - Stayin' Alive

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February 28, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

An Unmarried Woman

An Unmarried Woman

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Paul Mazursky

Starring: Jill Clayburgh, Alan Bates, Michael Murphy, Cliff Gorman

Ecce bombo

Ecce bombo

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Nanni Moretti

Starring: Nanni Moretti, Luisa Rossi, Lina Sastri, Piero Galletti

American Hot Wax

American Hot Wax

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Floyd Mutrux

Starring: Tim McIntire, Fran Drescher, Jay Leno, Laraine Newman

Ecce bombo

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 Fury

The Fury

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Starring: Kirk Douglas, John Cassavetes, Carrie Snodgress, Charles Durning

February 28, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 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:

All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small

Release year: 1978

Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Professionals

The Professionals

Release year: 1977

Written by:

Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

February 28, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Black Marble by Joseph Wambaugh

The Black Marble

By:

He is a damned fine cop. A homicide detective wrapped around a Smith & Wesson.38 bottle and a vodka can.

The Amityville Horror by Jay Anson

The Amityville Horror

By:

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.

Inner Skiing by W. Timothy Gallwey and Robert Kriegel

Inner Skiing

By:

The Classic Guide to Better Skiing: A Completely Redesigned Edition

The Book Of Merlyn by Terence H. White

The Book Of Merlyn

By:

The romance and tragedy of THE ONCE & FUTURE KING is complete with this magnificent fantasy about King Arthur's last days, his faithful magician, and his animal teachers.

On Photography by Susan Sontag

On Photography

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On Photography was awarded the National Book Critics Circle Award for Criticism.

February 28, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 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)

Race - Spin-out - Cryptogram (Europe) Speedway / Spin-out / Cryptologic (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

Cosmic Conflict

Cosmic Conflict

Platform: Magnavox Odyssey² (US) Philips Videopac (Europe)

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Magnavox / Philips

Atari Football

Atari Football

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports (American football)

Publisher: Atari

Astro Battle

Astro Battle

Platform: Arcade Game; Bally Astrocade

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Bally Manufacturing

Slot Racers

Slot Racers

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action, Maze

Publisher: Atari

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Who was the US President on February 28, 1978?

On February 28, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1978?

On February 28, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1978?

On February 28, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of February. 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 February 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

Find out more about February 28th

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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 February 1978?

February 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1978 calendar looked like.

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