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Tuesday December 17, 1968: on this day
December 17, 1968 was the 352nd day of the year 1968, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 17, 1968 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 17, 1968, who was born and died on December 17, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 17, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye), movies (e.g. The Love Bug, directed by Robert Stevenson), TV series (e.g. Hilfe, Wir Bauen) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 17th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 17, 1968?
- December 17, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 17, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 17, 1968?
- December 17, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 17, 1968: What famous people died on that day?
- December 17, 1968: Number 1 song on that day
- December 17, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 17, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 17, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 17, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 17, 1968?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 17, 1968?
- Who was the Pope on December 17, 1968?
What day of the week was December 17, 1968?
December 17, 1968 was a Tuesday and it was the 352nd day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 17, 1968 can also be written as 12/17/1968 in the US and as 17/12/1968 in UK and Europe.
December 17, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 17th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 17, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 17, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 17th, 1968 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 17, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 17, 1968 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 17, 1968 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 December 17, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:47 am and setting at 03:07 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 04, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Jan 03, 1969.
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Who was born on December 17, 1968?
Famous people born on December 17, 1968:
- Josehua Lawrence
Renowned actor known for his roles in various blockbuster movies.
- Dee Brown
Dee Brown is a former NBA player known for winning the Slam Dunk Contest in 1991.
- Noelle Beck
American actress best known for her role on the soap opera 'Loving'.
- Claudio Suárez
Mexican footballer.
- Paul Tracy
Canadian race car driver and sportscaster.
- Jeff[rey] Klepacki in Kearny
New jersey, usa.
- Curtis Pride
Washington dc; outfielder (detroit tigers).
- Andrey Golovatiuk
Russian politician.
- Giampiero Giulietti
- Almendra Gomelsky
Whose famous birthday is on December 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 17th:
![Milla Jovovich]()
Milla JovovichShe is a ukrainian actress and model.
![John Abraham]()
John AbrahamIndian actor and producer.
![Sarah Paulson]()
Sarah PaulsonAmerican actress on stage, film, and television.
![Giovanni Ribisi]()
Giovanni RibisiAmerican actor and producer.
![Katheryn Winnick]()
Katheryn WinnickTv actress.
![Bill Pullman]()
Bill PullmanVersatile actor recognized for his performances in 'Independence Day' and 'The Sinner'.
![Mike Mills]()
Mike MillsAmerican musician and bass player, who is part of the band r.e.
![Laurie Holden]()
Laurie HoldenAmerican-canadian producer and actress.
![Eugene Levy]()
Eugene LevyHamilton, ontario -- comedian / writer (sctv).
![André Claveau]()
André ClaveauFrench actor and singer (d. 2003).
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December 17, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 55 years 3 months old,
or 663 months and 30 days old,
or 2887 weeks
or 20209 days old,
if you were born on December 17, 1968.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 December 17, 1968?
There are 245 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 17, 1968?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 17, 1968.
December 17, 1968: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 17, 1968:
- Adolph Lewishon
Adolph Lewishon was a British writer and critic.
What famous deaths happened on December 17th?
Famous deaths on December 17th:
![Jennifer Jones]()
Jennifer JonesAmerican actress who won the oscar in 1943 for best actress for her role as bernadette's first major role.
![Dana Andrews]()
Dana AndrewsAmerican actor (laura the best years of our lives, i was a communist for fbi) dies at the age of 82 from congestive heart disease.
![Thomas Mitchell]()
Thomas MitchellAmerican actor (b. 1892).
![Janet Margolin]()
Janet MargolinAmerican actress annie hall, 50, dies from ovarian cancer.
- Kelvin Klein
Known for formulating the first and second laws of thermodynamics.
- Leonidus Kogan
Soviet violin virtuoso acclaimed for his technical mastery and emotional depth in performances.
- Dniya Bouazizi
Known for sparking the Arab Spring with his self-immolation protest.
- Marguerite Yourcenar
Belgian-born French novelist and essayist, the first woman to be elected to the Académie française.
- Luay al-Atassi
Syrian politician who served as Prime Minister of Syria.
- Yelina Nikolayeva
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
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December 17, 1968: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 17, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 16th and December 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 17, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 17, 1968 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 17, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Marvin Gaye - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
- Diana Ross and the Supremes - Love Child
- Stevie Wonder - For Once In My Life
- Dion - Abraham, Martin And John
- Glen Campbell - Wichita Lineman
December 17, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 17, 1968 was Lily The Pink by The Scaffold, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 17, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Scaffold - Lily The Pink
- Hugo Montenegro - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
- Nina Simone - Ain't Got No / I Got Life / Do What You Gotta Do
- The Foundations - Build Me Up Buttercup
- Des O'Connor - 1-2-3 O'Leary
December 17, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 17, 1968 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 17, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Marvin Gaye - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
- Johnnie Taylor - Who's Making Love
- Stevie Wonder - For Once In My Life
- Eddie Floyd - Bring It On Home To Me
- The Temptations - Cloud Nine
December 17, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 17, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Love Bug
Release year: 1968
Directed by: Robert Stevenson
Starring: Dean Jones, Michele Lee, David Tomlinson, Buddy Hackett
Country: United States of America
The Wrecking Crew
Release year: 1968
Directed by: Phil Karlson
Starring: Dean Martin, Elke Sommer, Sharon Tate, Nancy Kwan
Country: United States of America
Uptight
Release year: 1968
Directed by: Jules Dassin
Starring: Raymond St. Jacques, Ruby Dee, Frank Silvera, Roscoe Lee Browne
The Sea Gull
Release year: 1968
Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: James Mason, Vanessa Redgrave, Simone Signoret, David Warner
The Stalking Moon
Release year: 1968
Directed by: Robert Mulligan
Starring: Gregory Peck, Eva Marie Saint, Robert Forster, Noland Clay
December 17, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 17, 1968 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Hilfe, wir bauen
Release year: 1968
Sein Traum vom Grand Prix
Release year: 1968
Happening for Lulu
Release year: 1968
Starring: Johnny Harris
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Der Idiot
Release year: 1968
December 17, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 17, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
And Other Stories
By: John O'Hara
A collection of twelve recent works by the famed American writer, including the novelette "A Few Trips and Some Poetry".
The Salzburg Connection
By: Helen MacInnes
He requested the dispatch of two operatives with proper training to Salzburg. Extreme measures may be necessary. In 1945, their thousand-year-old empire was falling around them, and the Allies on the heels. The Nazis hidden a sealed chest in dark …
A Small Town in Germany
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, comes Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
Testimony of Two Men
By: Taylor Caldwell
A young, troubled doctor, a divided Pennsylvania town, and a national scandal at the turn of the century -- these turbulent elements inspired Taylor Caldwell to write a major novel. It is a detailed account of love, loss, redemption and …
Preserve And Protect
By: Allen Drury
The President of the United States is killed in a plane accident shortly after winning his nomination in a highly contested race for reelection.
December 17, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 17, 1968 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hamurabi
Who was the US President on December 17, 1968?
On December 17, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 17, 1968?
On December 17, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 17, 1968?
On December 17, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 17th?
December 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of December. 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 December 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). six u.s. airstrikes in somalia over the weekend killed at least 62 al-shabaab terrorists, according to the pentagon.
- 2017 - 9 people are killed in a suicide bombing and gun attack at a quetta methodist church in pakistan on july 17, 2017.
- 2016 - 2016 kayseri bombing - at least 13 people were killed and 56 more injured in a bombing of a bus carrying off-duty troops in kayseri province in central turkey.
What happened in 1968?
1968 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Jaqueline Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis on the island of Scorpios
- Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to Lars Onsager
- Queen Juliana opens IJ tunnel in Amsterdam
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What was the calendar for December 1968?
December 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
