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March 30, 1978 was the 89th day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is March 30, 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 30, 1978, who was born and died on March 30, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 30, 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 30th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 30, 1978?
- March 30, 1978: What happened on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 30, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 30, 1978?
- March 30, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 30, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- March 30, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 30, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 30, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 30, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on March 30, 1978?
What day of the week was March 30, 1978?
March 30, 1978 was a Thursday and it was the 89th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 30, 1978 can also be written as 3/30/1978 in the US and as 30/3/1978 in UK and Europe.
March 30, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 30, 1978:
- History of the american film opens at anta theater nyc for 21 performances
March 30, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 30th 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 30, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 30, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
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March 30, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 30, 1978 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 30, 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 30, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 11:51 pm and setting at 11:02 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 30, 1978?
Famous people born on March 30, 1978:
- Alveena Raza
Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.
- Simon Webbe
R&b singer.
- Bayla Kaplan
Pioneering advancements in cybersecurity protocols and practices.
- Win Butler
Pioneered data analysis techniques that revolutionized the field of data science.
- Paweł Czapiewski
Polish runner.
- Bok van Blerk
South african singer-songwriter and actor.
- Chris Paterson
Scottish rugby player and coach.
- Teemu Aalto
Finnish player in ice hockey.
- Wendy Christina
Roberts; miss south carolina teen usa (1996).
- Édouard Cissé
- Roberto Monzón
- Mauricio Javier Rojas Toro
- Christoph Spycher
- Yang Pu
- Eva Ganster
Whose famous birthday is on March 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 30th:
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Sergio RamosSergio ramos is a spanish professional footballer known for his long and successful career at real madrid and his leadership on the spanish...
![Enrique Gil]()
Enrique GilEnrique gil is a filipino tv actor known for his roles in various popular television series and films.
![Norah Jones]()
Norah JonesNorah jones is a grammy-winning jazz singer known for her soulful voice and hit songs like 'don't know why'.
![Warren Beatty]()
Warren BeattyAmerican actor.
![Tracy Chapman]()
Tracy ChapmanAmerican singer, whose 1988 debut album was "tracy chapman.
![Robbie Coltrane]()
Robbie ColtraneRobbie coltrane is a scottish actor and comedian best known for his role as rubeus hagrid in the harry potter film series.
![Jean-Claude Brialy]()
Jean-Claude BrialyAumale, algeria -- actor.
![Rolf Harris]()
Rolf HarrisAustralian musician, author, artist, and entertainer.
![Paul Reiser]()
Paul ReiserAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Ian Ziering]()
Ian ZieringAmerican actor.
March 30, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years and 20 days old,
or 552 months and 20 days old,
or 2403 weeks and 1 day old,
or 16822 days old,
if you were born on March 30, 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 30, 1978?
There are 345 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 30th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 30, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 30, 1978.
March 30, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 30, 1978:
- Franz Kuper
Acclaimed painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- George Paine
English cricketer and coach (b. 1908).
- Memduh Tağmaç
Turkish general (b. 1904).
- Larry Young
- Hack Simpson
- Hamid II di Pontianak
What famous deaths happened on March 30th?
Famous deaths on March 30th:
![James Cagney]()
James CagneyJames cagney was an american actor known for his energetic performances in gangster films, particularly in the 1930s.
![Michael Jeter]()
Michael JeterAmerican actor and character actor who was openly gay, died march 30, 2003 from complications related to hiv/aids at his hollywood hills...
![Bill Maynard]()
Bill MaynardEnglish actor (b. 1928).
![Kate O'Mara]()
Kate O'MaraKate o'mara was an english actress known for her roles in the tv series 'dynasty' and 'doctor who'.
![Harold Peary]()
Harold PearyActor (herb bleondie, willy) dies from a heart attack at 76.
![Bobby Driscoll]()
Bobby DriscollAmerican actor (born 1937).
- Prima Donna
Acclaimed opera singer with a powerful voice.
- Brandol Adams
Inventor known for significant contributions to the field of technology.
- Yun Choe In-ho
Renowned South Korean writer with a significant contribution to literature.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 30th
March 30, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 30, 1978:
- Easter in 1975, 1986, 1991, and 1997.
- Roman Empire - Festival devoted to Salus.
- Land Day.
- Spiritual Baptist/Shouter Liberation Day - Public holiday in Trinidad and Tobago.
- National Doctors' Day - observed in the USA.
- Blessed Amadeus IX of Savoy
Observances on March 30, 1978:
- International Day of Zero Waste
Saints celebrated on March 30, 1978:
- Saint John Climacus (died 649)
- Saint Quirinus (d. 117)
- Saint Veronus
March 30, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 30, 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 30, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 30, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.
March 30, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 30, 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:
- Bee Gees - Night Fever
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Eric Clapton - Lay Down Sally
- Barry Manilow - Can't Smile Without You
- Samantha Sang - Emotion
March 30, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 30, 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 30, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 30, 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:
- Brian & Michael - Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs
- Showaddywaddy - I Wonder Why
- Blondie - Denis
- Suzi Quatro - If You Can't Give Me Love
March 30, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 30, 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 30, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 30, 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:
- Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway - The Closer I Get To You
- Parliament - Flashlight
- Bootsy's Rubber Band - Bootzilla
- Enchantment - It's You That I Need
- Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams - Too Much, Too Little, Too Late
March 30, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 30, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
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
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
Mean Dog Blues
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Mel Stuart
Starring: Gregg Henry, Kay Lenz, Scatman Crothers, Tina Louise
What's Up Superdoc!
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Derek Ford
Starring: Christopher Mitchell, Julia Goodman, Harry H. Corbett, Bill Pertwee
March 30, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 30, 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
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
Release year: 1978
Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
Another Day
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
March 30, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 30, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Thorn Birds
By: Colleen McCullough
"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 …
Coming Into The Country
By: John McPhee
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:
Illusions
By: Richard Bach
A man places his faith in his biplane's propeller in cloudy airspace between the Illinois cornfields and blue infinity. Richard Bach, a disillusioned writer who is also an itinerant barnstormer, believes that belief is as real and as true as …
The Women'S Room
By: Marilyn French
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 Human Factor
By: Graham Greene
Maurice Castle was a top-ranking operative in British secret services during the Cold War. His African wife, Maurice Castle, is his love. She escaped apartheid South Africa together with him.
March 30, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 30, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Ship
Starfleet Orion
Astro Battle
Canyon Bomber
Depth Charge
Who was the US President on March 30, 1978?
On March 30, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 30, 1978?
On March 30, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on March 30, 1978?
On March 30, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about March 30th?
March 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th 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 30th, such as:
- 2019 - War in afghanistan: abdul rashid dostum, the first vice president of afghanistan, survives an attack on his convoy as he travels to jowzjan province in afghanistan. one bodyguard was killed and two other were injured in the attack.
- 2018 - Terrorism is in pakistan: three people are killed and five more injured by a bomb that was dropped on police officers in dera ismail khan (pakistan).
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: according the united nations high commission for refugees (unhcr), syria has more than five million refugees.
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.
