Wednesday February 28, 1979: on this day

February 28, 1979 was the 59th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 28, 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 February 28, 1979, who was born and died on February 28, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart), movies (e.g. The China Syndrome, directed by James Bridges), TV series (e.g. Bedtime Stories) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1979?


February 28, 1979 was a Wednesday and it was the 59th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1979 can also be written as 2/28/1979 in the US and as 28/2/1979 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 28, 1979:

  • In mt. saint elias, alaska, a magnitude 7.5 earthquake occurs.
  • Mr ed, tv show talking horse, dies.

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February 28, 1979: 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, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 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 February 28th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 28, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1979 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 February 28, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 07:43 am and setting at 09:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1979.

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Who was born on February 28, 1979?


Famous people born on February 28, 1979:

  • Sylwia Tomaszewska

    Renowned political commentator and TV presenter with a strong following.

  • Oluwatoyin Odunsi

    Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Nicolet Hager

    Award-winning war correspondent reporting from conflict zones around the world.

  • Prabhav Bhatia

    Renowned political commentator and news anchor with a large following.

  • Lucilia Costa

    Brazilian singer and songwriter with a strong following in Latin America.

  • Login Makhanya

    Accomplished athlete who has excelled in various track and field events.

  • Blayre Foy

    Contributed to the discovery of exoplanets.

  • Pavle Vujović

    Expert in artificial intelligence research.

  • Airlie Shields

    Renowned for innovative approaches to network security.

  • Jash Rose

    Known for capturing stunning landscapes.

  • Jaselynn Ng

    Notable astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets.

  • Samil Gündüz

    Acclaimed sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials and forms.

  • Zamorah Abdulbaki

    Renowned war correspondent reporting from conflict zones around the world.

  • Itzamar Galarza

    Renowned war correspondent reporting from conflict zones around the world.

  • Exander Chen

    Known for his innovative business strategies.

  • Jasminne Gonzalez

    Bestselling author of several critically acclaimed novels.

  • Crit Molnar

    Known for research on stellar evolution.

  • Osaze Osemwengie-Ero

    Renowned broadcast journalist with a focus on political analysis and current affairs.

  • Cordarro Calhoun

    Renowned political journalist with a focus on international affairs.

  • Amiliah Baksh

    Renowned television news anchor and reporter with a focus on international 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, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 45 years 1 month old,

or 541 months and 28 days old,

or 2356 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16493 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 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 February 28, 1979?

There are 309 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, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 28, 1979.

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February 28, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1979:

  • Milferd Haven

    Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.

  • Isami Takahashi

    Renowned Japanese poet of the early 20th century.

  • Herberta Taylor

    Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Jane Hylton

    English actress, "adventures of sir lancelot", dies at 52.

  • Mr Ed

    Talking horse.

  • Paul Alverdes

    German poet and author (d. 1979).

  • Aristide Coscia
  • Aldo Giuseppe Borel
  • Louise Lagrange

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


Holidays on February 28, 1979:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1979:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 26th and March 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1979 was Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

February 28, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?
  2. - Fire
  3. - I Will Survive
  4. - Tragedy
  5. - A Little More Love

February 28, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1979 was Oliver's Army by Elvis Costello & The Attractions, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

February 28, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Oliver's Army
  2. - Tragedy
  3. - Lucky Number
  4. - Something Else / Friggin' In The Riggin'

February 28, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1979 was Bustin' Loose by Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

February 28, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 26th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bustin' Loose
  2. - Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop)
  3. - I'm So Into You
  4. - Shake Your Groove Thing
  5. - Never Had A Love Like This Before

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February 28, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The China Syndrome

The China Syndrome

Release year: 1979

Directed by: James Bridges

Starring: Jane Fonda, Jack Lemmon, Michael Douglas, Scott Brady

Country: United States of America

Norma Rae

Norma Rae

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Martin Ritt

Starring: Sally Field, Beau Bridges, Ron Leibman, Pat Hingle

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

Immoral Women

Immoral Women

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Walerian Borowczyk

Starring: Marina Pierro, Gaëlle Legrand, Pascale Christophe, François Guétary

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

February 28, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 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:

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Worzel Gummidge

Worzel Gummidge

Release year: 1979

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

You Can't Do That on Television

You Can't Do That on Television

Release year: 1979

Starring: Les Lye, Abby Hagyard, Christine McGlade, Lisa Ruddy

Country: Canada

Turnabout

Turnabout

Release year: 1979

Directed by: E.B. Hughes

Danger UXB

Danger UXB

Release year: 1979

Written by:

Starring: Anthony Andrews, Maurice Roëves, George Innes, Gordon Kane

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

February 28, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1979 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

The Complete Book Of Running

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

Hanta Yo by Ruth Beebe Hill

Hanta Yo

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First edition.

Fools Die by Mario Puzo

Fools Die

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The bestseller of The Godfather is now available in English and New York Times. It's a story about the feverish world that can be found in the life of a high-roller gambler.

The Stories Of John Cheever by John Cheever

The Stories Of John Cheever

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NATIONAL BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE Pulitzer Prize. The Stories of John Cheever became a national bestseller immediately after its publication. It also won the Pulitzer Prize. In

Mommie Dearest by Christina Crawford

Mommie Dearest

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Mommie Dearest, a memoir and expose by Christina Crawford (adopted daughter of Joan Crawford), is written by Christina Crawford. The book depicts Christina's childhood as well as her relationship with her mother.

February 28, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Star Trek: Phaser Strike

Star Trek: Phaser Strike

Platform: Microvision

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Milton Bradley

Star Fire

Star Fire

Platform: Arcade, Atari 800, Commodore 64

Genre: 3d shooter

Publisher: Exidy

Bomb Bee

Bomb Bee

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: Namco

ABPA Backgammon

ABPA Backgammon

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Board game

Publisher: Mattel Electronics Sears

Bowling

Bowling

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari

history

Who was the US President on February 28, 1979?

On February 28, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1979?

On February 28, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1979?

On February 28, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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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.

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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 February 1979?

February 1979 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.

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