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May 17, 1976 was the 138th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 17, 1976 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 17, 1976, who was born and died on May 17, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. Silly Love Songs by Wings), movies (e.g. The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane, directed by Nicolas Gessner), TV series (e.g. Saramandaia) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 17, 1976?
- May 17, 1976: What happened on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 17, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 17, 1976?
- May 17, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 17, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
- May 17, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 17, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 17, 1976?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1976?
- Who was the Pope on May 17, 1976?
What day of the week was May 17, 1976?
May 17, 1976: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 17, 1976:
- 28th emmy awards: mary tyler moore show, jack albertson and m learned
- In los angeles, california, the 28th annual emmy awards (primetime programming) are presented, hosted by mary tyler moore and john denver.
May 17, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 17, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 17, 1976 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1976 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 17, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 11:09 pm and setting at 10:23 am.
The previous full moon was on May 13, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Jun 12, 1976.
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Who was born on May 17, 1976?
Famous people born on May 17, 1976:
- Tuwanna Braxton
Talented singer who rose to fame with her powerful vocals and hit songs.
- Kandi Burruss
Kandi burruss is an american r&b singer known for being a member of the group xscape and for her appearances on the reality tv show 'the...
- Rochelle Aytes
Rochelle aytes is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows such as 'mistresses' and 'the forgotten'.
- Emiliano Vega
Computer scientist specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Shayne Dunley
Australian rugby league player.
- Mayte Martínez
Spanish runner.
- Kirsten Vlieghuis
Dutch freestyle swimmer.
- Daniel Komen
Kenyan runner.
- Wang Leehom
American-taiwanese singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director.
- José Guillén
Dominican-american baseball player.
- Daniel Komen in Nyaru
Kenya; 5km runner.
- Peter Devine in New York City
New york; fencer-foil (olympics-1996).
- Anna Windsor in Sydney
New south wales, australia; swimmer (olympics 1996).
- Magdalena Sędziak
- Arsen Melikyan
Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:
![Dennis Hopper]()
Dennis HopperAmerican actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".
![Adel Imam]()
Adel ImamAdel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.
![Sugar Ray Leonard]()
Sugar Ray LeonardSugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.
![Ross Butler]()
Ross ButlerRoss butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.
![Bob Saget]()
Bob SagetBob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...
![Derek Hough]()
Derek HoughDerek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.
![Leven Rambin]()
Leven RambinLeven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.
![Nikki Reed]()
Nikki ReedNikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.
![Craig Ferguson]()
Craig FergusonScots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.
![Sasha Alexander]()
Sasha AlexanderSasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.
May 17, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 47 years 11 months old,
or 575 months and 7 days old,
or 2501 weeks and 2 days old,
or 17509 days old,
if you were born on May 17, 1976.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 17, 1976?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1976?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on May 17, 1976.
May 17, 1976: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 17, 1976:
- Lars Gullin
- Giuseppe Brogi
What famous deaths happened on May 17th?
Famous deaths on May 17th:
![Frank Gorshin]()
Frank GorshinAmerican actor.
![Edward Hardwicke]()
Edward HardwickeEnglish actor (born 1932).
![Bruce Fairbairn]()
Bruce FairbairnCanadian record producer and musician (born 1949).
![Robert Webber]()
Robert WebberActor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.
![Hugh Burden]()
Hugh BurdenActor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.
- Kyston Williams
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
- Warda Al-Jazairia
Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...
- Zahki Khan
Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.
- Lyndle Smith
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.
- Geovannie Ramirez
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
May 17, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 17, 1976:
- Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
- Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
- International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
- Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Observances on May 17, 1976:
- UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
- World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Saints celebrated on May 17, 1976:
- Saint Solochon
- Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
- Saint Montanus
- Saint Dietmar
- Saint Pamphamer
- Saint Pamphalon
- Saint Adrian of Alexandria
May 17, 1976: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 17, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 17th and May 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 17, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1976 was Silly Love Songs by Wings, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.
May 17, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wings - Silly Love Songs
- Diana Ross - Love Hangover
- Elvin Bishop - Fooled Around And Fell In Love
- The Sylvers - Boogie Fever
- Silver Convention - Get Up And Boogie (That's Right)
May 17, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1976 was Fernando by Abba, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.
May 17, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Abba - Fernando
- Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
- JJ Barrie - No Charge
- Hank Mizell - Jungle Rock
- Fox - S-S-S-Single Bed
May 17, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 1976 was Kiss And Say Goodbye by The Manhattans, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.
May 17, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 17, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Manhattans - Kiss And Say Goodbye
- Marvin Gaye - I Want You
- Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free
- The Brothers Johnson - I'll Be Good To You
- Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Dance Wit Me
May 17, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 17, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Nicolas Gessner
Starring: Jodie Foster, Martin Sheen, Alexis Smith, Mort Shuman
Country: United States of America
Bugsy Malone
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Alan Parker
Starring: Jodie Foster, Scott Baio, Florrie Dugger, John Cassisi
Country: United States of America
Duelle
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Jacques Rivette
Starring: Juliet Berto, Bulle Ogier, Jean Babilée, Hermine Karagheuz
Sweet Revenge
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Jerry Schatzberg
Starring: Stockard Channing, Sam Waterston, Franklyn Ajaye, Richard Daughty
Revenge of the Cheerleaders
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Richard Lerner
Starring: Jerii Woods, Cheryl Smith, Helen Lang, Patrice Rohmer
May 17, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 17, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Saramandaia
Release year: 1976
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Steve Barron
Battle of the Sexes
Release year: 1976
Directed by: Valerie Faris
Freiwillige Feuerwehr
Release year: 1976
May 17, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 17, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The R Document
By: Irving Wallace
Before the Patriot Act, there were. . . R DocumentAs violence and crime threaten America. The President proposes a bold new amendment to Constitution that will allow the
The Choirboys
By: Joseph Wambaugh
Los Angeles Police Department partners, they are haunted by the dark secrets of nightwatch-shared predawn drinks and the sex sessions they call "chore practice." Each one carries his cynicism as a bulletproof jockstrap. He has his horror story and his …
Scoundrel Time
By: Lillian Hellman
Hellman was one of the intellectuals and artists who were called before Congress in 1952 to testify against political subversion. Despite being terrified, Hellman refused incrimination of herself or anyone else and was eventually able to.
Agent In Place
By: Helen MacInnes
Chuck Kelso is an idealist. He only intended to leak a top-secret NATO memo to the media, but he soon finds it in the hands a Russian.
Spandau
By: Albert Speer
This book is among the most remarkable ever written. The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials convicted the prisoners of writing. They were forbidden to use any typewriters.
May 17, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 17, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
F-1
Dukedom
Starship 1
Sprint 2
Datsun 280 ZZZAP
Who was the US President on May 17, 1976?
On May 17, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1976?
On May 17, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 17, 1976?
On May 17, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 17th?
May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
- 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
- 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).
What happened in 1976?
1976 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
- NBC replaces the peacock logo
- Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1976?
May 1976 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.
