Sunday February 12, 1978: on this day

February 12, 1978 was the 43rd day of the year 1978, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 12, 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 February 12, 1978, who was born and died on February 12, 1978, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 12, 1978, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Coming Home, directed by Hal Ashby), TV series (e.g. All Creatures Great And Small) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 12th, 1978 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 12, 1978?


February 12, 1978 was a Sunday and it was the 43rd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 12, 1978 can also be written as 2/12/1978 in the US and as 12/2/1978 in UK and Europe.

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February 12, 1978: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 12, 1978:

  • Jesus christ superstar closes at longacre theater nyc after 96 performances
  • Us female figure skating championship won by linda fratianne.
  • Debbie austin wins lpga american cancer society golf classic.

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February 12, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 12th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 12, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 12, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Horse 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 February 12th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 12, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 12, 1978 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 12, 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 February 12, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 09:40 am and setting at 11:13 pm.

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

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Who was born on February 12, 1978?


Famous people born on February 12, 1978:

  • Chadwin Sculptus

    Chadwin Sculptus is a renowned sculptor known for his large-scale public art installations.

  • Edman Diaz

    Edman Diaz is a Mexican journalist and investigative reporter.

  • Reilyn Zheng

    Reilyn Zheng is a Chinese-American novelist known for her captivating stories that explore the immigrant experience.

  • Kastiel Petrov

    Kastiel Petrov is a Russian novelist whose works often explore the complexities of human relationships and the impact of historical events.

  • Reannah Zheng

    Reannah Zheng is a Chinese-American novelist known for her critically acclaimed novels that blend elements of magical realism and historical...

  • Taris Fernandez

    Taris Fernandez is a Spanish novelist acclaimed for her captivating historical fiction.

  • Bradrick Eriksson

    Bradrick Eriksson is a Swedish novelist whose novels have been praised for their lyrical prose and exploration of the human condition.

  • Brett Hodgson

    Australian rugby league player and coach.

  • Paul Anderson

    English actor.

  • Douglas Fisher

    American high school security guard and american musician.

  • Gethin Jones

    Welsh rugby player and television host.

  • Silver Meikar

    Estonian politician and journalist.

  • Mehrajuddin Wadoo
  • A.J. Guyton
  • Ania Szarmach
  • Manuel Spinale
  • Michela Ponzani
  • Svetoslav Petrov
  • Daniela Pedali
  • Hugo Morais

Whose famous birthday is on February 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 12th:

  • Josh Brolin
    Josh Brolin

    He is an american actor, well-known family member, and the dark and handsome child of jane agee and actor james brolin.

  • Christina Ricci
    Christina Ricci

    American actress who made her film debut with "mermaids" in 1990.

  • Lorne Greene
    Lorne Greene

    Lorne Greene was a Canadian actor known for his role as Ben Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.

  • Darren Aronofsky
    Darren Aronofsky

    American screenwriter, director and producer of film.

  • Mike Posner
    Mike Posner

    Mike posner is a pop singer known for his hit songs 'cooler than me' and 'i took a pill in ibiza'.

  • Jesse Spencer
    Jesse Spencer

    Australian singer, actor and pin-up boy.

  • Arsenio Hall
    Arsenio Hall

    American comedian, hip black comedian with a stylish outfit.

  • Chynna Phillips
    Chynna Phillips

    American singer and well-known family.

  • Simon MacCorkindale
    Simon MacCorkindale

    British actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Michael Ironside
    Michael Ironside

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter.

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February 12, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 46 years 1 month old,

or 553 months and 17 days old,

or 2406 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16847 days old,

if you were born on February 12, 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 February 12, 1978?

There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 12, 1978?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on February 12, 1978.

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February 12, 1978: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 12, 1978:

  • Sanna av Skarði

What famous deaths happened on February 12th?

Famous deaths on February 12th:

  • Robert Wagner
    Robert Wagner

    American actor best known for his role as jonathan hart on the 1979 tv series hart to hart.

  • Sal Mineo
    Sal Mineo

    American actor.

  • Screamin' Jay Hawkins
    Screamin' Jay Hawkins

    American musician (born 1929).

  • Sid Caesar
    Sid Caesar

    American comedian actor and writer.

  • Betty Garrett
    Betty Garrett

    American actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.

  • Kenneth Mars
    Kenneth Mars

    American actor and comedian (b. 1935).

  • Zina Bethune
    Zina Bethune

    American actress, dancer, and choreographer (b. 1945).

  • Gary Owens
    Gary Owens

    American radio host and voice actor (b. 1934).

  • Jean Renoir
    Jean Renoir

    Pierre auguste renoir, a french filmmaker and the son of the artist pierre auguste renoir.

  • Victor Jory
    Victor Jory

    Dawson city, canada -- actor (kings row, manhunt).

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February 12, 1978: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 12, 1978:

  • United States - Lincoln's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Red Hand Day
  • Darwin Day.
  • National Freedom to Marry Day (unofficial).
  • Georgia Day in the U.S. state of Georgia.

Observances on February 12, 1978:

  • International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism

Saints celebrated on February 12, 1978:

  • Saint Alexis of Moscow
  • Saint Benedict of Aniane
  • Saint Damian of Alexandria
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February 12, 1978: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 12, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 6th and February 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 12, 1978 was Stayin' Alive by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stayin' Alive
  2. - Short People
  3. - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
  4. - We Are The Champions
  5. - Just The Way You Are

February 12, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 12, 1978 was Take A Chance On Me by Abba, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Take A Chance On Me
  2. - Figaro
  3. - If I Had Words
  4. - Come Back My Love
  5. - Uptown Top Ranking

February 12, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 12, 1978 was Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up" by Stargard, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 12, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Theme Song From "Which Way Is Up"
  2. - Always And Forever
  3. - Too Hot Ta Trot
  4. - Our Love
  5. - Jack And Jill

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February 12, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 12, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Coming Home

Coming Home

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Hal Ashby

Starring: Jane Fonda, Jon Voight, Bruce Dern, Penelope Milford

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

Nero veneziano

Nero veneziano

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Ugo Liberatore

Starring: Renato Cestiè, Rena Niehaus, Yorgo Voyagis, Fabio Gamma

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

Blue Collar

Blue Collar

Release year: 1978

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Starring: Richard Pryor, Harvey Keitel, Yaphet Kotto, Ed Begley Jr.

February 12, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 12, 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:

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

The Newcomers

The Newcomers

Release year: 1977

Directed by: James Allen Bradley

The Professionals

The Professionals

Release year: 1977

Written by:

Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dallas

Dallas

Release year: 1978

Country: United States of America

February 12, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 12, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Dynasty by Robert S. Elegant

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Three generations of the Sekloongs are Hong Kong merchant princes. The story follows the lives and times of three generations of Sekloong brothers, who are split by ambition and adultery.

Daniel Martin by John Fowles

Daniel Martin

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New trade paperback edition "a masterpiece symbolically charged realism Fowles" is now available. He is the only English writer to have the knowledge, power, and wisdom of Tolstoy

The Book Of Merlyn by Terence H. White

The Book Of Merlyn

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The romance and tragedy of THE ONCE & FUTURE KING is complete with this magnificent fantasy about King Arthur's last days, his faithful magician, and his animal teachers.

Kg 200 by J.D. Gilman and John Clive

Kg 200

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KG 200: A Luftwaffe squadron who spoke perfect English. We would all speak perfect German if they had succeeded. Inspiration from actual historical events

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 …

February 12, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 12, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Video Pinball

Video Pinball

Platform: Dedicated console, Arcade, Atari 2600

Genre: Pinball

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Casino

Casino

Platform: Atari 2600 Microsoft Windows Xbox Playstation 2

Sargon

Sargon

Genre: Chess

Astro Battle

Astro Battle

Platform: Arcade Game; Bally Astrocade

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Bally Manufacturing

A Game of Concentration

A Game of Concentration

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Concentration

Publisher: Atari

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Who was the US President on February 12, 1978?

On February 12, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 12, 1978?

On February 12, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 12, 1978?

On February 12, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 12th?

February 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of February. 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 February 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - A jamaat-ul-ahrar faction shoots four police officers from pakistan. three more officers are also injured.
  • 2018 - Drone strikes in pakistan: tehrik-i-taliban pakistan confirms that its deputy leader khalid mehsud was killed in a u.s.-led drone strike in north waziristan. it is located near the border to afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present, saudi arabian-led intervention in yemen: a helicopter of the saudi-led coalition bombs an aircraft outside aden international airport. at least three yemeni soldiers were injured.

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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 February 1978?

February 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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