Wednesday March 29, 1978: on this day

March 29, 1978 was the 88th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 29, 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 March 29, 1978, who was born and died on March 29, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 29, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Night Fever by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Pretty Baby, directed by Louis Malle), TV series (e.g. Rumpole Of The Bailey) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 29th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 29, 1978?


March 29, 1978 was a Wednesday and it was the 88th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 29, 1978 can also be written as 3/29/1978 in the US and as 29/3/1978 in UK and Europe.

March 29, 1978 in March 1978 calendar

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March 29, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 29th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 29, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 29, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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March 29, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 29, 1978 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 29, 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 March 29, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 10:48 pm and setting at 10:03 am.

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

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Who was born on March 29, 1978?


Famous people born on March 29, 1978:

  • Joal Bouazizi

    Tunisian politician known for his role in the Arab Spring protests.

  • Sara McLaren

    Award-winning journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Vivian Howard

    Renowned chef and owner of multiple successful restaurants.

  • Ian Holding

    Zimbabwean writer.

  • Nafisa Joseph

    Model.

  • Pierre Faber

    French-born german rugby player.

  • Jeffrey Parazzo

    Canadian actor.

  • Aaron Persico

    New zealand-born italian rugby player.

  • Mattias Andersson
  • Hristo Cvetanov
  • Francisco Farinós
  • Sorin Frunză
  • Adam Gase
  • Igor Rakočević
  • Geōrgios Simos
  • Igor Rakočević (Игор Ракочевић)

Whose famous birthday is on March 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 29th:

  • Lucy Lawless
    Lucy Lawless

    New zealand actress, singer, and activist.

  • Terence Hill
    Terence Hill

    Italian-german-american film actor, who debuted onscreen in 1962.

  • Chris D'Elia
    Chris D'Elia

    Chris d'elia is a comedian known for his stand-up specials and appearances in tv shows and movies.

  • Brendan Gleeson
    Brendan Gleeson

    Brendan gleeson is an irish actor known for his roles in films such as braveheart, gangs of new york, and the harry potter series.

  • Eric Idle
    Eric Idle

    British member of the insane "monty python” group.

  • Amy Sedaris
    Amy Sedaris

    American screenwriter and actress.

  • Michel Hazanavicius
    Michel Hazanavicius

    French producer, screenwriter, and film director.

  • Bud Cort
    Bud Cort

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Brigitte Horney
    Brigitte Horney

    German actress, internationally recognized, of stage and film and tv.

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March 29, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years old,

or 552 months

or 2400 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16802 days old,

if you were born on March 29, 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 March 29, 1978?

There are 0 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday March 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 29, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 29, 1978.

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March 29, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on March 29th?

Famous deaths on March 29th:

  • Terry Moore
    Terry Moore

    Columbia offered her a contract while she was still in her teens.

  • Andy Hallett
    Andy Hallett

    American actor and singer (born 1975).

  • Marc Platt
    Marc Platt

    American actor, singer, and dancer (d. 2014.

  • Bill Travers
    Bill Travers

    Newcastle-on-tyne (england) -- actor (born free gorgo).

  • Calvin Lockhart
    Calvin Lockhart

    Bahamian-american actor (d. 2007.

  • Rico Yan
    Rico Yan

    Philippine actor (born 1975).

  • Nikodem Bernstein

    Renowned composer known for his innovative orchestral works.

  • Lillieanna Ferrari

    Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.

  • Helyne Zimmerman

    Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and theater.

  • Lendy Barris

    Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies.

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March 29, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 29, 1978:

  • St. Bertold (d.1179)
  • Blessed Hugo (d.1239)
  • St. Ludolf of Ratzeburg (d.1250)
  • St. Eustace
  • Memorial day and commemoration of the 1947 revolt against French colonisation in Madagascar
  • Youth Day in Taiwan
  • Festival of Ishtar.
  • St. Jonas (d. 327)
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March 29, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 29, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 27th and April 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 29, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 29, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 29, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Night Fever
  2. - Stayin' Alive
  3. - Lay Down Sally
  4. - Can't Smile Without You
  5. - Emotion

March 29, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 29, 1978 was Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs by Brian & Michael, according to the music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 29, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs
  2. - I Wonder Why
  3. - Denis
  4. - If You Can't Give Me Love

March 29, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 29, 1978 was The Closer I Get To You by Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 29, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Closer I Get To You
  2. - Flashlight
  3. - Bootzilla
  4. - It's You That I Need
  5. - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late

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March 29, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 29, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Pretty Baby

Pretty Baby

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Louis Malle

Starring: Brooke Shields, Keith Carradine, Susan Sarandon, Frances Faye

Country: United States of America

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

Blue Movie

Blue Movie

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Alberto Cavallone

Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson

Country: Italy

Mean Dog Blues

Mean Dog Blues

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Mel Stuart

Starring: Gregg Henry, Kay Lenz, Scatman Crothers, Tina Louise

What's Up Superdoc!

What's Up Superdoc!

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Derek Ford

Starring: Christopher Mitchell, Julia Goodman, Harry H. Corbett, Bill Pertwee

March 29, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 29, 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:

Rumpole of the Bailey

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

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

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

Another Day

Another Day

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

March 29, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 29, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

All Things Wise And Wonderful by James Herriot

All Things Wise And Wonderful

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James Herriot's stories of his life as a Yorkshire veterinarian were loved by readers.

Coming Into The Country by John McPhee

Coming Into The Country

By:

The unforgettable story of Alaska and Alaskans is "Coming into the Country". It's a rich tapestry with vivid characters, observed landscapes and descriptive narrative. The three main segments deal with the following:

The Plague Dogs by Richard Adams

The Plague Dogs

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This book will be loved by thousands and even millions of people! "THE BOSTON GLOBEA lyrical tale by Richard Adams, the author of WATERSHIP DOWN. This engrossing tale is a remarkable journey.

The Women'S Room by Marilyn French

The Women'S Room

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The bestseller of twenty-one million copies is now available again for a new generation. First published in 1977, The Women's Room was an original novel that explored the inner lives and experiences of women.

The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough

The Thorn Birds

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"Beautiful....Compelling entertainment."--New York Times"A heart-rending epic...truly marvelous."--Chicago TribuneOne of the most beloved novels of all time, The Thorn Birds, Colleen McCullough's sweeping family saga of dreams, titanic struggles, dark passions, and forbidden love in the Australian Outback, returns to enthrall …

March 29, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 29, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

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

3-D Docking Mission

3-D Docking Mission

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Programma International The Elektrik Keyboard

Pirate Adventure

Pirate Adventure

Platform: TRS-80, Vic 20, TI-99/4A, Apple II Plus, Commodore PET, Commodore 16, Commodore Plus/4, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Dragon 32/64

Genre: text adventure

Publisher: Adventure International

Blasto

Blasto

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Gremlin

history

Who was the US President on March 29, 1978?

On March 29, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 29, 1978?

On March 29, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 29, 1978?

On March 29, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about March 29th?

March 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of March. 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 March 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - After cyclone idai's devastation, the number of cholera-infected people in mozambique jumped to 139.
  • 2018 - 2016 berlin attack: five tunisians arrested by italian police for links to anis amri. this tunisian was responsible for the terror attack on december 16, 2016.
  • 2017 - Turkish military intervention in syria: the turkish prime minister binali yildirim announces the end of opera euphrates shield. it was an international military operation against isil. he added: "any operation that follows this one will be called something else." (deutsche welle),

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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 March 1978?

March 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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