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August 30, 1972 was the 243rd day of the year 1972, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 30, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 30, 1972, who was born and died on August 30, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 30, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan), movies (e.g. Revolver, directed by Sergio Sollima), TV series (e.g. The David Steinberg Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 30th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 30, 1972?
- August 30, 1972: What happened on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 30, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 30, 1972?
- August 30, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 30, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- August 30, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 30, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 30, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 30, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on August 30, 1972?
What day of the week was August 30, 1972?
August 30, 1972 was a Wednesday and it was the 243rd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 30, 1972 can also be written as 8/30/1972 in the US and as 30/8/1972 in UK and Europe.
August 30, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 30, 1972:
- John lennon andyoko ono perform at madison square garden
August 30, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 30th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 30, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 30, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 30th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 30, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 30, 1972 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 30, 1972 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 August 30, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 09:57 pm and setting at 02:30 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 24, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Sep 23, 1972.
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Who was born on August 30, 1972?
Famous people born on August 30, 1972:
![Cameron Diaz]()
Cameron DiazAmerican actress, producer and former fashion model.
- Pavel Nedved
Pavel nedved is a retired czech footballer known for his successful career at clubs like lazio and juventus, as well as his performances for...
- Ryan Leahy
Wlaf ol (amsterdam admirals).
- Shonte Peoples
Cfl linebacker (winnipeg blue bombers).
- Markus Karlsson
- Christy Lemire
- Nicolas Koretzky
- Gerhard Urain
- Vegard Strøm
- Kaya Brüel
- Hani Hanjour
Whose famous birthday is on August 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 30th:
![Kitty Wells]()
Kitty WellsAmerican country-western singer who was so popular during the decade between the 1950s and the early 1970s, she was called "the queen of...
![Peggy Lipton]()
Peggy LiptonAmerican actress.
![Michael Chiklis]()
Michael ChiklisAmerican actor and star of "the shield," a tv drama about police.
![Ted Williams]()
Ted WilliamsAmerican baseball player.
![Fred MacMurray]()
Fred MacMurrayActor (my three sons), died from pneumonia at 83.
![Joan Blondell]()
Joan BlondellAmerican actress and singer (b. 1906).
![Elden Henson]()
Elden HensonElden Henson is an actor who gained fame for his roles in sports-related movies.
![Elizabeth Ashley]()
Elizabeth AshleyAmerican actress, she was young, beautiful, and intense when she played her first stage role in 1961-62's "take her, she's mine" for which...
![Molly Ivins]()
Molly IvinsAmerican journalist and liberal political commentator.
![Lewis Black]()
Lewis BlackAmerican comedian, actor, and author.
August 30, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 7 months old,
or 619 months and 21 days old,
or 2694 weeks and 3 days old,
or 18861 days old,
if you were born on August 30, 1972.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 August 30, 1972?
There are 132 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 30th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 30, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 30, 1972.
August 30, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 30, 1972:
- Augusto Bertazzoni
- Lucien Gamblin
- Clemente Morando
- Willy Schwabacher
What famous deaths happened on August 30th?
Famous deaths on August 30th:
![Bharat Gopy]()
Bharat GopyRenowned Malayalam film actor who appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films.
![Charles Bronson]()
Charles BronsonAmerican actor who has appeared in more than 70 films.
![Glenn Ford]()
Glenn FordCanadian-american actor.
![Valerie Harper]()
Valerie HarperAmerican actress who was well-known for her role as the worrywart in the "mary tyler moore show," which ran from 1970 to 1974.
![Charles Coburn]()
Charles CoburnAmerican actor and singer (d. 1961).
![William Talman]()
William TalmanAmerican actor and screenwriter (d. 1968).
- Milian Cavalcanti
Pioneering Brazilian filmmaker known for his avant-garde works.
- Oliver Sacks
Renowned neurologist known for his work in the field of neurology and his bestselling books.
- Muhannad Al-Hakim
Influential physician and scholar in the Islamic Golden Age.
- Mihail Gorbachev
Mihail Gorbachev was the last leader of the Soviet Union and a prominent figure in the business world after the dissolution of the USSR.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 30th
August 30, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 30, 1972:
- International Day of the Disappeared
- Turkey - Victory Day (to commemorate the Battle of Dumlupinar in 1922)
- Peru - Saint Rose of Lima's Day
Observances on August 30, 1972:
- International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
August 30, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 30, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 28th and September 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 30, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 30, 1972 was Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 30, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 30, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
- The Hollies - Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
- Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)
- Argent - Hold Your Head Up
August 30, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 30, 1972 was Mama Weer All Crazee Now by Slade, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 30, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 30, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Slade - Mama Weer All Crazee Now
- Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
- Faron Young - It's Four In The Morning
- David Cassidy - How Can I Be Sure
- Mott The Hoople - All The Young Dudes
August 30, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 30, 1972 was Power Of Love by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.
August 30, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 30, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 28th and September 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Joe Simon - Power Of Love
- The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
- Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
- The Isley Brothers - Pop That Thang
- Jackson 5 - Lookin' Through The Windows
August 30, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 30, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Night of the Lepus
Release year: 1972
Directed by: William F. Claxton
Starring: Stuart Whitman, Janet Leigh, Rory Calhoun, DeForest Kelley
The Last House on the Left
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Wes Craven
Starring: Sandra Peabody, Lucy Grantham, David Hess, Fred J. Lincoln
Country: United States of America
Chloe in the Afternoon
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Éric Rohmer
Starring: Bernard Verley, Zouzou, Françoise Verley, Daniel Ceccaldi
The Italian Connection
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Fernando Di Leo
Starring: Mario Adorf, Henry Silva, Woody Strode, Adolfo Celi
August 30, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 30, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The David Steinberg Show
Release year: 1972
Greenwich Village
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Laura Archibald|
August 30, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 30, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Peter Prescription
By: Laurence J. Peter
Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.
O Jerusalem!
By: Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre
This remarkable film is now a major motion picture. It recounts moment-by-moment the amazing process that led to Israel's birth. Collins
O Congress
By: Donald Riegle with Trevor Armbrister
This is a rare portrait of Congress, an institution Riegle considers important enough for him to tell the truth.
August 30, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 30, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on August 30, 1972?
On August 30, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 30, 1972?
On August 30, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 30, 1972?
On August 30, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 30th?
August 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of August. 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 August 30th, such as:
- 2018 - Economy of argentina: argentina raises its interest rate to 60% as its currency plummets.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 11 afghan civilians were killed and 16 others were injured when a nato helicopter attacked logar province east of kabul, where taliban insurgents had sought refuge.
- 2016 - Sinjar massacre: many yazidi were killed in the massacre of 2014. isil discovered 72 mass graves.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
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What was the calendar for August 1972?
August 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
