Tuesday May 28, 1974: on this day

May 28, 1974 was the 148th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 28, 1974 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 28, 1974, who was born and died on May 28, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 28, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Streak by Ray Stevens), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. My Old Man) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 28th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 28, 1974?


May 28, 1974 was a Tuesday and it was the 148th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 28, 1974 can also be written as 5/28/1974 in the US and as 28/5/1974 in UK and Europe.

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May 28, 1974: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 28, 1974:

  • Magic show opens at cort theater nyc for 1859 performances
  • 26th emmy awards: mash, alan alda and mary tyler moore win
  • Emmy 1st daytime award presentation
  • Massachusetts state lottery begins selling first instant game lottery tickets (latex-covered scratch-off area).
  • Northern ireland's power-sharing sunningdale agreement collapses following a general strike by loyalists.
  • In hollywood, california, the 26th annual emmy awards (primetime programming) are presented, hosted by johnny carson.
  • Stephen schwartz' musical magic show premieres at the cort theater in new york city for 1859 performances.

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May 28, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 28th 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 28, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 28, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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May 28, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 28, 1974 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 28, 1974 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 28, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 12:56 pm and setting at 01:33 am.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 1974.

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Who was born on May 28, 1974?


Famous people born on May 28, 1974:

  • Romain Duris
    Romain Duris

    French actor, born to engineer-architect.

  • Misbah Haq

    Former Pakistani cricketer turned successful entrepreneur.

  • Olesya Sudzilovskaya

    Renowned Russian actress known for her work in theater and film.

  • Kobi Jones

    Former US national team captain and MLS star.

  • Sherwood Wells

    Journalist known for his insightful interviews and coverage of international affairs.

  • Hans-Jörg Butt

    German footballer.

  • Misbah-ul-Haq

    Pakistani cricketer.

  • Alicia Minshew

    American actress.

  • Misbah Ul-haq

    Cricket player.

  • Christian Alvart
  • Sergio Gargelli
  • Pilar Boyero
  • Bjørnar Vestøl
  • Andrea Gritti

Whose famous birthday is on May 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 28th:

  • Cameron Boyce
    Cameron Boyce

    Cameron boyce was a talented tv actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.

  • Kylie Minogue
    Kylie Minogue

    Australian singer, songwriter, actress.

  • Marco Rubio
    Marco Rubio

    American politician and united states senator from florida.

  • Chiara Mastroianni
    Chiara Mastroianni

    French actress, daughter marcello mastroianni and catherine deneuve.

  • Carey Mulligan
    Carey Mulligan

    Carey mulligan is a british actress known for her roles in films such as an education, drive, and the great gatsby.

  • Ian Fleming
    Ian Fleming

    James bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).

  • Jean-Pierre Léaud
    Jean-Pierre Léaud

    French actor who appeared in his first film as a 13-year-old.

  • Gladys Knight
    Gladys Knight

    American singer and leader of the rhythm and blues rock band "gladys knight" and "the pips.

  • Justin Kirk
    Justin Kirk

    American actor known for 'Weeds' and 'Angels in America'.

  • Carroll Baker
    Carroll Baker

    Acclaimed actress known for her roles in classic films like 'Baby Doll' and 'Giant'.

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May 28, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 49 years 10 months old,

or 598 months and 1 day old,

or 2600 weeks and 3 days old,

or 18203 days old,

if you were born on May 28, 1974.

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 28, 1974?

There are 60 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 28th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 28, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 28, 1974.

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May 28, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 28, 1974:

  • Matthew Frew
  • Francesco Fausto Nitti
  • Ángela Loij

What famous deaths happened on May 28th?

Famous deaths on May 28th:

  • Gary Coleman
    Gary Coleman

    Gary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.

  • Phil Hartman
    Phil Hartman

    Canadian-american actor.

  • Audie Murphy
    Audie Murphy

    American actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.

  • Eric Morecambe
    Eric Morecambe

    British comedian for over 40 years, who died on 5/28/1984.

  • Cornelia Frances
    Cornelia Frances

    British actress who made her debut in 1960.

  • Martha Scott
    Martha Scott

    American actress and producer (d.2003).

  • Jean Muir
    Jean Muir

    (dress queen), british model, is killed at 66.

  • Lurene Tuttle
    Lurene Tuttle

    Actress (father of bride, julia) dies at 79.

  • Daniela Rocca
    Daniela Rocca

    Actress (battle of austerlitz), d. 57.

  • Walter Connolly
    Walter Connolly

    Actor (it happened one night, good earth), is killed at 53.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 28th

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May 28, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 28, 1974:

  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Germain of Paris
  • Republic Day in Azerbaijan and Armenia (both 1918).
  • Lanfranc
  • Bernard of Menthon
  • Augustine of Canterbury
  • William of Gellone
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May 28, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 28, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 27th and June 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 28, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.

May 28, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Streak
  2. - Band On The Run
  3. - Dancing Machine
  4. - You Make Me Feel Brand New
  5. - The Entertainer

May 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 28, 1974 was Sugar Baby Love by The Rubettes, according to the music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.

May 28, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sugar Baby Love
  2. - Waterloo
  3. - Shang-A-Lang
  4. - Don't Stay Away Too Long
  5. - Remember You're A Womble

May 28, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 28, 1974 was Be Thankful For What You Got by William DeVaughn, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 27th and June 2nd.

May 28, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 28, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 27th and June 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Be Thankful For What You Got
  2. - Hollywood Swinging
  3. - For The Love Of Money
  4. - I'm In Love
  5. - Don't You Worry 'bout A Thing

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May 28, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 28, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Bootleggers

Bootleggers

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Charles B. Pierce

Starring: Paul Koslo, Dennis Fimple, Slim Pickens, Jaclyn Smith

Daisy Miller

Daisy Miller

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich

Starring: Cybill Shepherd, Barry Brown, Cloris Leachman, Mildred Natwick

Welcome to Arrow Beach

Welcome to Arrow Beach

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Laurence Harvey

Starring: Laurence Harvey, Joanna Pettet, Stuart Whitman, John Ireland

May 28, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 28, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

My Old Man

My Old Man

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Erman

The Zoo Gang

The Zoo Gang

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Watson

Landline

Landline

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gillian Robespierre

French Open Tennis

French Open Tennis

Release year: 1974

May 28, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 28, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

You And Me Babe by Chuck Barris

You And Me Babe

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Book by Chuck Barris

Watership Down by Richard Adams

Watership Down

By:

Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.

Burr by Gore Vidal

Burr

By:

Gore Vidal's Narratives Of Empire series covers the history of America from the Revolution through the post-World War II years.

The Partners by Louis Auchincloss

The Partners

By:

Louis Auchincloss is here to share his extraordinary powers as an observer in contemporary America. The Partners is a portrait of men and women from what the Partners represents.

Cashelmara by Susan Howatch

Cashelmara

By:

A rich and powerful story about a wealthy, titled English family living in Ireland in the 19th Century.

May 28, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 28, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Tank

Tank

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military strategy

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

history

Who was the US President on May 28, 1974?

On May 28, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 28, 1974?

On May 28, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 28, 1974?

On May 28, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 28th?

May 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - Australia-china relations, south china sea issue: australian helicopters from hmas canberra, the royal australian navy flagship, have to land an emergency landing after they were hit by lasers from south china sea fishing boats. a chinese warship was following the canberra.
  • 2018 - Polish foreign relations: the minister of defence mariusz blaszczak claims that he has spoken to u.s. officials in washington d.c. recently about permanent stationing thousands of u.s. soldiers in poland as a means of deterring russia.
  • 2017 - Cpp-npa/ndf rebellion: after president rodrigo duterte declared martial law in mindanao, the government of the philippines and communist party end peace talks.

Find out more about May 28th

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for May 1974?

May 1974 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.

Discover how May 1974 calendar looked like.

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