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August 17, 1975 was the 229th day of the year 1975, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 17, 1975 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 17, 1975, who was born and died on August 17, 1975, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 1975, which were the most popular songs (ex. Jive Talkin' by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. The Story of O, directed by Just Jaeckin), TV series (e.g. Floris Von Rosemund) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 1975 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 17, 1975?
- August 17, 1975: What happened on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 17, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 17, 1975?
- August 17, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 17, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
- August 17, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 17, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 17, 1975?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 1975?
- Who was the Pope on August 17, 1975?
What day of the week was August 17, 1975?
August 17, 1975 was a Sunday and it was the 229th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 17, 1975 can also be written as 8/17/1975 in the US and as 17/8/1975 in UK and Europe.
August 17, 1975: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 17, 1975:
- Jo ann washam wins lpga patty berg golf classic
August 17, 1975: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo 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 17, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 1975 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 17, 1975: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 17, 1975 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 1975 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 17, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 05:06 pm and setting at 03:06 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 23, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Aug 21, 1975.
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Who was born on August 17, 1975?
Famous people born on August 17, 1975:
![Carmina Villaroel]()
Carmina VillaroelFilipina model and actress.
- Vallarie Marshall
CEO of a multinational corporation.
- Duwane Adams
Known for his innovative approach in the tech industry.
- Rayshard Harris
Physicist specializing in quantum mechanics and theoretical physics.
- Brenya Devi
Brenya Devi is an Indian essayist whose works explore the intersection of feminism, spirituality, and environmental activism.
- Claudette Simpson
Claudette Simpson is a talented fashion designer recognized for her innovative and stylish creations.
- Archer Johnstone
Archer Johnstone is a renowned software engineer known for his contributions to open-source projects and programming languages.
- Leeland Jones
Noted astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets.
- Shavon Kirksey
Shavon Kirksey is an American actress known for her roles in various TV shows and films.
- Giuliana DePandi
American tv personality of italian descent.
- Taika Waititi
Director.
- Luigi Mastrangelo
- LaTonya Johnson
- Jang Sok-chol
- Luis Carlos Cuartero
- Mahmoud Saftar
- «Saleri» (David Sánchez Jiménez
- İlhan Mansız
Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:
![Robert De Niro]()
Robert De NiroAmerican actor, director, and businessman.
![Sean Penn]()
Sean PennAmerican actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).
![Donnie Wahlberg]()
Donnie WahlbergAmerican musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.
![Belinda Carlisle]()
Belinda CarlisleAmerican musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...
![Yû Aoi]()
Yû AoiYû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.
![Austin Butler]()
Austin ButlerAustin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.
![Maureen O'Hara]()
Maureen O'HaraAn irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
![Brady Corbet]()
Brady CorbetBrady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCroryBritish actress (b. 1968).
![Julian Fellowes]()
Julian FellowesEnglish actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.
August 17, 1975: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 48 years 8 months old,
or 584 months and 2 days old,
or 2539 weeks and 5 days old,
or 17778 days old,
if you were born on August 17, 1975.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 17, 1975?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1975?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on August 17, 1975.
August 17, 1975: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 17, 1975:
- Vladimir Kutz
Russian distance runner (1956 olympics-gold medalist) is killed at 48.
- Sig Arno
Before the nazi era, siegfried arno was a german comedian and actor on stage and screen.
- Siegfried Arno
- René Bastard
- Georges Dandelot
- Aída Sullivan
What famous deaths happened on August 17th?
Famous deaths on August 17th:
![Billy Murray]()
Billy MurraySinger (denver nightengale), dies at 77.
![Pearl Bailey]()
Pearl BaileyAmerican entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.
![Vivian Vance]()
Vivian VanceBeloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.
![Yvonne Craig]()
Yvonne CraigYvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.
![Richard Barthelmess]()
Richard BarthelmessActor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.
- Draydon Carter
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Pandit Jasraj
Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
- Odai Barakat
Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Liviya Gershwin
Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
- Azaylea Frost
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 17th
August 17, 1975: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 17, 1975:
- Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
- Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
August 17, 1975: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 17, 1975 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 11th and August 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 17, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 1975 was Jive Talkin' by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 1975: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Jive Talkin'
- Eagles - One Of These Nights
- Olivia Newton-John - Please Mr. Please
- Elton John - Someone Saved My Life Tonight
- Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds - Fallin' In Love
August 17, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 1975 was I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love) by The Stylistics, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 1975: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Stylistics - I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)
- Typically Tropical - Barbados
- Bay City Rollers - Give A Little Love
- Smokie - If You Think You Know How To Love Me
- Roger Whittaker - The Last Farewell
August 17, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 1975 was Dream Merchant by New Birth, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 1975: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 17, 1975 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- New Birth - Dream Merchant
- KC And The Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
- Sharon Paige and Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Hope That We Can Be Together Soon
- The Isley Brothers - Fight The Power Part 1
- Gary Toms Empire - 7-6-5-4-3-2-1 (Blow Your Whistle)
August 17, 1975: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 17, 1975 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Story of O
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Just Jaeckin
Starring: Corinne Cléry, Udo Kier, Anthony Steel, Jean Gaven
Country: United States of America
Salon Kitty
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Helmut Berger, Ingrid Thulin, Teresa Ann Savoy, John Steiner
Country: United States of America
Kidnap Syndicate
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Fernando Di Leo
Starring: Luc Merenda, James Mason, Irina Maleeva, Marino Masé
Strip Nude for Your Killer
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Andrea Bianchi
Starring: Edwige Fenech, Nino Castelnuovo, Femi Benussi, Solvi Stubing
Zorro
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Duccio Tessari
Starring: Alain Delon, Enzo Cerusico, Ottavia Piccolo, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Adriana Asti, Giampiero Albertini, Stanley Baker, Marino Masé, Moustache , Paulino Rita
Country: Italy
August 17, 1975: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 17, 1975 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Floris von Rosemund
Release year: 1975
Musical Chairs
Release year: 1975
Directed by: Jonathan Bergstrom
Ovelha Negra
Release year: 1975
August 17, 1975: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 17, 1975 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
How The Good Guys Finally Won
By: Jimmy Breslin
192 pages. Hardcover. Dust jacket. The Viking Press (ISBN 0670382078). 1975 was the first year.
Without Feathers
By: Woody Allen
These are some of the most hilarious tales and ruminations that have ever been published by one of the greatest comic minds of all time.
Looking for Mr. Goodbar
By: Judith Rossner
Based on a true story, Looking for Mr. Goodbar is the #1 New York Times Bestseller. It's a story about love, power, and death during 1970s sexual revolution.
The Eagle Has Landed
By: Jack Higgins
Hitler orders Hitler to do the impossible as the Allies begin to turn the tide of war. He will either kidnap Winston Churchill or kill him.
August 17, 1975: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 17, 1975 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Shark Jaws
Steeplechase
Anti-Aircraft
dnd
Gun Fight
Who was the US President on August 17, 1975?
On August 17, 1975 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 1975?
On August 17, 1975 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 1975?
On August 17, 1975 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 17th?
August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
- 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
- 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).
What happened in 1975?
1975 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 48th National Spelling Bee: Hugh Tosteson wins spelling incisor
- British population agrees to European Common Market membership
- Egypt President Sadat reopens Suez Canal
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What was the calendar for August 1975?
August 1975 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.
