Tuesday May 15, 1979: on this day

May 15, 1979 was the 135th day of the year 1979, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 15, 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 15, 1979, who was born and died on May 15, 1979, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 1979, which were the most popular songs (ex. Reunited by Peaches & Herb), movies (e.g. Alien, directed by Ridley Scott), TV series (e.g. Carga Pesada) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 1979 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 1979?


May 15, 1979 was a Tuesday and it was the 135th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1979 can also be written as 5/15/1979 in the US and as 15/5/1979 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 1979: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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May 15, 1979: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 1979 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 15, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 10:45 pm and setting at 09:54 am.

The previous full moon was on May 12, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1979.

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Who was born on May 15, 1979?


Famous people born on May 15, 1979:

  • Arijana Kurtović

    Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Elvan Arikan

    Founder of Kobakma, a successful tech startup.

  • Koray Aydemir

    Known for contributions to artificial intelligence and machine learning.

  • Bertran Di Giacomo

    Known for contributions to open-source software development.

  • Matas Mazrimas

    Former Prime Minister of Lithuania.

  • Christianjames Carlson

    Pioneering the e-commerce industry, Christianjames Carlson has revolutionized online shopping experiences.

  • Chivas Sicam

    Renowned poet known for his evocative verses.

  • Koray Erbas

    Founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Marchel Espina

    Award-winning investigative journalist from the Philippines.

  • Matas Milius

    Renowned investigative journalist known for uncovering corruption scandals.

  • Southern Living

    Founder of a successful lifestyle brand.

  • Ondra Landa

    Co-founder of Kiwi.

  • Pruitt Taylor

    Founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Saban Kadriu

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for uncovering corruption scandals.

  • Tomma Henckel

    Co-founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Issiac Goldberg

    Known for developing innovative algorithms in artificial intelligence.

  • Mando

    Renowned singer-songwriter known for hit singles.

  • Zarra Zahra

    Award-winning investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Tylek Morrison

    Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.

  • Rula Abdul Rahim

    Founder of a successful tech startup.

Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    Madhuri Dixit

    Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

  • L. Frank Baum
    L. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    Ayub Khan

    Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

  • Jamie-Lynn Sigler
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler

    Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

  • Madeleine Albright
    Madeleine Albright

    Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

    German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 1979: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 10 months old,

or 538 months and 13 days old,

or 2341 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16389 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 1979.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1979?

There are 48 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1979?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 15, 1979.

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May 15, 1979: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 1979:

  • Laird Balderston

    Laird Balderston was a politician known for his contributions to public service.

  • Georgie Hirsch

    Georgie Hirsch was a prolific author known for his captivating novels.

  • Giuseppe Brancale
  • Luigi Savini
  • Elemér Somfay
  • Curtis Stevens

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • Bekim Fehmiu
    Bekim Fehmiu

    Bekim Fehmiu was a renowned Yugoslav actor and entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses.

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    Fred Willard

    Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

  • Gilbert Roland
    Gilbert Roland

    Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

    British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

    Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

  • Chaselyn Dickinson

    Chaselyn Dickinson was a highly influential American poet of the 19th century, known for her unique and innovative poetic style that...

  • Emily Dickinson

    American poet, widely regarded as the greatest female poet of english.

  • Tomio Hara

    Legendary Japanese baseball pitcher.

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May 15, 1979: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 1979:

  • Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
  • Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
  • Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
  • International day of climate changes.
  • International conscientious objectors' day.
  • Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
  • United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • International day of families.
  • Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
  • Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 1979:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 1979: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 1979 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 14th and May 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Reunited
  2. - Hot Stuff
  3. - In The Navy
  4. - Stumblin' In
  5. - Goodnight Tonight

May 15, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1979 was Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1979: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. 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 15, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1979 was Reunited by Peaches & Herb, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 15, 1979: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 1979 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Reunited
  2. - Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)
  3. - You Can't Change That
  4. - Hot Number
  5. - I Wanna Be With You

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May 15, 1979: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 1979 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Alien

Alien

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright

Country: United States of America

The Brood

The Brood

Release year: 1979

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Starring: Oliver Reed, Samantha Eggar, Art Hindle, Henry Beckman

Country: United States of America

Wise Blood

Wise Blood

Release year: 1979

Directed by: John Huston

Starring: Brad Dourif, John Huston, Dan Shor, Harry Dean Stanton

Woyzeck

Woyzeck

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Werner Herzog

Starring: Klaus Kinski, Eva Mattes, Wolfgang Reichmann, Willy Semmelrogge

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

May 15, 1979: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 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:

Carga Pesada

Carga Pesada

Release year: 1979

Thundercloud

Thundercloud

Release year: 1979

Directed by: Talon Clemow

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 15, 1979: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 1979 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Lauren Bacall By Myself by Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall By Myself

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"In a Word, LAUREN BALALL BY MYSELF...one of the most real-life heroines in our time...and she wrote it as she lived it. "BOSTON

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.

Dubin'S Lives by Bernard Malamud

Dubin'S Lives

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A new introduction by Thomas MallonDubin, Lives (1979), is a compassionate and wise commedia. Christopher Lehmann–Haupt praised the book in The New York Times as Malamud’s "best novel since".

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.

Good As Gold by Joseph Heller

Good As Gold

By:

Bruce Gold, a Jewish, middle-aged professor of English literature, is on the verge of a great career in politics. It's not too soon as Gold longs for it.

May 15, 1979: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 1979 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Trek-80

Trek-80

Platform: TRS-80

Aim for the Ace!

Aim for the Ace!

Genre: Sports, Romance

Galaxy Wars

Galaxy Wars

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Taito

Speed Freak

Speed Freak

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Vectorbeam

NASL Soccer

NASL Soccer

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Traditional soccer simulation

Publisher: Mattel

history

Who was the US President on May 15, 1979?

On May 15, 1979 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 1979?

On May 15, 1979 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 1979?

On May 15, 1979 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

Find out more about May 15th

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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.

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