Thursday March 29, 1979: on this day

March 29, 1979 was the 88th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 29, 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 March 29, 1979, who was born and died on March 29, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 29, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tragedy by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. A Perfect Couple, directed by Robert Altman), TV series (e.g. Bedtime Stories) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 29th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 29, 1979?


March 29, 1979 was a Thursday and it was the 88th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 29, 1979 can also be written as 3/29/1979 in the US and as 29/3/1979 in UK and Europe.

March 29, 1979 in March 1979 calendar

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March 29, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 29, 1979:

  • Andrew hilditch given out handled the ball versus pakistan at waca.
  • Sultan yahya petra of kelantan, the 6th yang di-pertuan agong (head of state) of malaysia, dies in office. he is replaced by sultan ahmad shah of pahang.

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March 29, 1979: 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.

Discover the personality of March born.

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March 29, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 29, 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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March 29, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 29, 1979 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 29, 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 March 29, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 06:49 am and setting at 09:20 pm.

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

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Who was born on March 29, 1979?


Famous people born on March 29, 1979:

  • Adreena Leigh

    Bestselling romance novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Junko Kaneko

    Japanese swimmer who won multiple medals in international competitions.

  • Luis Ortiz

    Cuban boxer.

  • Amy Mathews

    Australian actress.

  • Lauri Lahesalu

    Estonian ice hockey player.

  • Estela Giménez

    Spanish gymnast.

  • Benjamin Percy

    Novelist.

  • Tomoe Shinohara

    Japanese actress and fashion designer producer, artist.

  • De'Angelo Wilson

    American rapper and actor (d. 2008).

  • Katarina Radivojevic
  • László Balint
  • Domenico Balsamo
  • Nicola Corrent
  • Tony Donovan
  • Dmïtrïý Kïşçenko
  • Tommy Mollet
  • Daisuke Usami

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, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 11 months old,

or 539 months and 28 days old,

or 2348 weeks

or 16436 days old,

if you were born on March 29, 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 March 29, 1979?

There are 1 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, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 29, 1979.

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March 29, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 29, 1979:

  • Nikos Petzaropoulos

    Greece footballer (b. 1927).

  • Yahya Petra di Kelantan
  • Henri Anspach

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.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 29th

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March 29, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 29, 1979:

  • 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, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 29, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 26th and April 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 29, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 29, 1979 was Tragedy by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 29, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tragedy
  2. - I Will Survive
  3. - What A Fool Believes
  4. - Heaven Knows
  5. - Shake Your Groove Thing

March 29, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 29, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 29, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bright Eyes
  2. - Some Girls
  3. - Cool For Cats
  4. - Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)
  5. - Hallelujah

March 29, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 29, 1979 was He's The Greatest Dancer by Sister Sledge, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 26th and April 1st.

March 29, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 29, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 26th and April 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - He's The Greatest Dancer
  2. - I Got My Mind Made Up (You Can Get It Girl)
  3. - Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)
  4. - Bustin' Loose
  5. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)

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March 29, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 29, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

A Perfect Couple

A Perfect Couple

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Paul Dooley, Marta Heflin, Titos Vandis, Belita Moreno

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

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

Szpital przemienienia

Szpital przemienienia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Edward Zebrowski

Starring: Piotr Dejmek, Jerzy Binczycki, Henryk Bista, Ewa Dalkowska

The Champ

The Champ

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli

Starring: Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway, Ricky Schroder, Jack Warden

Country: United States of America

March 29, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 29, 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

March 29, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 29, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Manhattan by Neal Travis

Manhattan

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Overload by Arthur Hailey

Overload

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#1 New York Times bestseller Arthur Hailey's suspense-packed novel poses a frightening question: What happens if a terrorist attack takes out the power of America's largest state. In

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years by Howard J. Ruff

How To Prosper During The Coming Bad Years

By:

Howard J. Ruff is an author, financial advisor and founder of The Ruff Times Financial Newsletter. Howard started publication of The Ruff Times in 1975. It is a pioneering financial advisory newsletter.

Chesapeake by James A. Michener

Chesapeake

By:

James A. Michener, a classic novelist, brings his epic legacy to bear on America's Eastern Shore's four-hundred year-old saga, from its Native American roots through the present.

The Complete Book Of Running by James F. Fixx

The Complete Book Of Running

By:

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

March 29, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 29, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Aim for the Ace!

Aim for the Ace!

Genre: Sports, Romance

Sundance

Sundance

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Cinematronics

Tail Gunner

Tail Gunner

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Vectorbeam

Radar Scope

Radar Scope

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

Deep Scan

Deep Scan

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Sega Saturn (as a minigame in Die Hard Arcade)

Publisher: Sega

history

Who was the US President on March 29, 1979?

On March 29, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 29, 1979?

On March 29, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 29, 1979?

On March 29, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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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 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 March 1979?

March 1979 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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