Sunday May 06, 1979: on this day

May 06, 1979 was the 126th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 06, 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 May 06, 1979, who was born and died on May 06, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 06, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Reunited by Peaches & Herb), movies (e.g. Winter Kills, directed by William Richert), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour In Australia) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 6th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 06, 1979?


May 06, 1979 was a Sunday and it was the 126th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 06, 1979 can also be written as 5/6/1979 in the US and as 6/5/1979 in UK and Europe.

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May 06, 1979: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 06, 1979:

  • Fred markham set a bicycle speed record of 81.8 kph over 200 metres.

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May 06, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 6th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 06, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 06, 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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Discover the planets positions on May 6th, 1979 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 06, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 06, 1979 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 06, 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 May 06, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 02:38 pm and setting at 03:36 am.

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

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Who was born on May 06, 1979?


Famous people born on May 06, 1979:

  • Shaqueta McGrady

    Former professional basketball player known for her scoring ability.

  • Benita Willis

    Benita Willis is an Australian long-distance runner who has represented her country in multiple international competitions.

  • Adrienne Bankert

    Adrienne Bankert is a television journalist and correspondent for ABC News.

  • Gerd Kanter

    Estonian discus thrower.

  • Jon Montgomery

    Canadian skeleton racer and television host.

  • Jan Erik Mikalsen

    Norwegian composer.

  • Kerry Ellis

    West end singer / actress.

  • Catherynne M. Valente

    Writer.

  • Stefanos Kotsolis

    Greek footballer.

  • Akbar Gbaja-Biamila

    Football player.

  • Mark Burrier

    American illustrator.

  • Nikki Hayes

    Irish radio personality.

  • Vincent Kartheiser

    Actor.

  • Renat Dwbïnskïý
  • Mauro Gallo
  • Aleš Hlad

Whose famous birthday is on May 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 6th:

  • George Clooney
    George Clooney

    American actor who has been nominated for several annual best-dressed and most stylish, most eligible, and sexiest men alive lists.

  • Bob Seger
    Bob Seger

    American rock and roll guitarist, singer and pianist.

  • Shahana Goswami
    Shahana Goswami

    Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films and also an entrepreneur.

  • Tony Blair
    Tony Blair

    British politician who was elected prime minister on the 5th of january 1997.

  • Christian Clavier
    Christian Clavier

    His brother sta(c),phane, a french actor is a film director.

  • Anne Parillaud
    Anne Parillaud

    French actress who has appeared in over 30 films since 1977.

  • Richard E. Grant
    Richard E. Grant

    Richard e. grant is a british actor known for his roles in films such as withnail and i, and can you ever forgive me?.

  • Gabourey Sidibe
    Gabourey Sidibe

    Gabourey sidibe is an american actress known for her breakout role in the film precious, for which she received an academy award nomination.

  • Stewart Granger
    Stewart Granger

    Tall, dark, and debonair, this british actor was a major adventure star in the 1950s.

  • Tom Bergeron
    Tom Bergeron

    Bergeron, an american game host, began his career as a disc jockey at a local radio station.

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May 06, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 10 months old,

or 538 months and 23 days old,

or 2342 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16399 days old,

if you were born on May 06, 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 May 06, 1979?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 06, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 06, 1979.

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May 06, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 06, 1979:

  • Milton Ager
  • Rosemary LaPlanche
  • Karl Wilhelm Reinmuth

What famous deaths happened on May 6th?

Famous deaths on May 6th:

  • Marlene Dietrich
    Marlene Dietrich

    German-american singer and actress who enjoyed 62 years of international success as a screen goddess in american and german films.

  • Ann Todd
    Ann Todd

    Actress (things to come danny boy), suffers a stroke at the age of 84.

  • Charles Farrell
    Charles Farrell

    Cape cod, massachusetts -- actor ("vern-my little margie").

  • Monty Woolley
    Monty Woolley

    American actor known for his role in 'The Man Who Came to Dinner.

  • Virginia Capers
    Virginia Capers

    Sumter, south carolina -- actress.

  • Wilfrid Hyde-White
    Wilfrid Hyde-White

    England, united kingdom -- actor (my fair lady, peyton place).

  • Helene Weigel
    Helene Weigel

    At 70, a german/austrian actress (metropolis) dies.

  • Kadden Thoreau

    Kadden Thoreau was an American naturalist, essayist, and philosopher who is best known for his work 'Walden' and his advocacy of civil...

  • Ayriel Thoreau

    Ayriel Thoreau was a Transcendentalist poet known for her nature-inspired works and her advocacy for social and environmental causes.

  • Loveda Thoreau

    Loveda Thoreau was an American naturalist, essayist, and philosopher who is best known for his work 'Walden'.

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May 06, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 06, 1979:

  • Sinaites of Serbia
  • New Martyr Demetrios of the Peloponnesus (d. 1803)
  • Seraphim the Struggler of Mt. Domvu
  • Micah of Radonezh
  • New Martyr Elias Ardunis
  • Righteous Job the Long-suffering (OT)
  • Barbarus the soldier, with Bacchus, Callimachus and Dionysios
  • Barbaros the Robber in Thessaly
  • Blessed Prudentia

Saints celebrated on May 06, 1979:

  • Saint Justus
  • Saint Benedicta of Rome
  • Saint Dominic Savio, patron saint of studying youth
  • Saint Lucius
  • Saint John in the Oil
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May 06, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 06, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 06, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 06, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 06, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Reunited
  2. - Heart Of Glass
  3. - Music Box Dancer
  4. - Knock On Wood
  5. - Stumblin' In

May 06, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 06, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 06, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bright Eyes
  2. - Pop Muzik
  3. - Sunday Girl
  4. - Hooray Hooray It's A Holi-Holiday
  5. - Dance Away

May 06, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 06, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 06, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Reunited
  2. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
  3. - Love Ballad
  4. - Hot Number
  5. - You Can't Change That

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May 06, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 06, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Winter Kills

Winter Kills

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William Richert

Starring: Jeff Bridges, John Huston, Anthony Perkins, Eli Wallach

Noorie

Noorie

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Manmohan Krishna

Starring: Farooq Shaikh, Poonam Dhillon, Madan Puri, Iftekhar

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

Killer Nun

Killer Nun

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Giulio Berruti

Starring: Anita Ekberg, Paola Morra, Alida Valli, Massimo Serato

The Swap

The Swap

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Jordan Leondopoulos

Starring: Robert De Niro, Jennifer Warren, Jarred Mickey, Terrayne Crawford

May 06, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 06, 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:

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Love Thy Neighbour in Australia

Release year: 1979

Directed by: William G. Stewart

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

May 06, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 06, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

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.

The Pigeon Project by Irving Wallace

The Pigeon Project

By:

The Secret. It is the secret that every man and woman dreams of. It's now within reach.. and they will do anything to have it.

In Search Of History by Theodore H. White

In Search Of History

By:

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A Walk Across America by Peter Jenkins

A Walk Across America

By:

Twenty-five year ago, a young disillusioned man began a journey across America. This is his book about the journey -- a classic account on the awakening of humanity.

Manhattan by Neal Travis

Manhattan

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May 06, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 06, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bomb Bee

Bomb Bee

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation

Genre: Pinball, Breakout clone

Publisher: Namco

Space Fever

Space Fever

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

Auto Racing

Auto Racing

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Mattel

The Datestones of Ryn

The Datestones of Ryn

Platform: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore PET/CBM, TRS-80

Genre: Dungeon crawl

Publisher: Epyx

Alien Attack

Alien Attack

Platform: Handheld video game

Genre: Multi-directional shooter

Publisher: Coleco

history

Who was the US President on May 06, 1979?

On May 06, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 06, 1979?

On May 06, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 06, 1979?

On May 06, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 6th?

May 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th 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 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - After six days of intense airstrikes in the area, the syrian arab army launched a ground offensive against hts-held areas in northern hama (and southern idlib) and nfl-held territories.
  • 2018 - Three palestinian men were killed and two more injured by the israel defense forces (idf), who opened fire on them. they were trying to undermine the israeli-gazan border fencing. a hamas outpost close to the border was also attacked by the idf, who claimed that it was used to launch incendiary kitses and other objects to try to burn israeli fields.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present). pope francis condemns the u.s. military’s largest non-nuclear explosive, the mother of all bombs. he says that the term "mother" should be avoided when referring to a deadly weapon.

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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 May 1979?

May 1979 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 1979 calendar looked like.

Sunday May 6, 1979