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August 22, 1971 was the 234th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 22, 1971 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 22, 1971, who was born and died on August 22, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. A Gunfight, directed by Lamont Johnson), TV series (e.g. Hei-Wi-Tip-Top) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1971?
- August 22, 1971: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1971?
- August 22, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1971?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1971?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1971?
What day of the week was August 22, 1971?
August 22, 1971 was a Sunday and it was the 234th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1971 can also be written as 8/22/1971 in the US and as 22/8/1971 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1971: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1971:
- Bolivian military coup under col hugo banzer, president torres driven out
- Pam barnett wins lpga southgate golf open
- J. edgar hoover and john mitchell announce the arrest of 20 of the camden 28.
August 22, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1971 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1971 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 22, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 07:48 am and setting at 08:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1971.
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Who was born on August 22, 1971?
Famous people born on August 22, 1971:
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Rick Yune]()
Rick YuneAmerican actor and martial artist.
- Raschelle Carey
Olympic gold medalist in sprinting events.
- Lisia Nunes
Lisia Nunes is a Brazilian politician who has served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies since 2015.
- Franck Proust
Franck Proust is a French politician who has served as a member of the European Parliament since 2014.
- Missi Haines
Missi Haines is a former American volleyball player who played for the United States women's national volleyball team.
- Yogi Stewart
Yogi Stewart was an American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL).
- Paden Ewing
Paden Ewing was a talented basketball player known for his skills on the court.
- Craig Finn
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (the hold steady & lifter puller).
- Melinda Page Hamilton
American actress.
- Bernard Carter
Nfl / wlaf linebacker (jaguars, frankfurt galaxy).
- Natalie Ceeney
English businesswoman.
- Benoit Violier
French-swiss chef, who owned restaurant de l'ha'tel de villa in a suburb near lausanne, switzerland between 2012 and his death.
- Vojin Cetkovic
- Glen De Boeck
- Lorenzo Scoles
- Valentin Areh
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
![Dua Lipa]()
Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Micheline Presle]()
Micheline PresleFrench actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 52 years 8 months old,
or 632 months and 1 day old,
or 2748 weeks and 2 days old,
or 19238 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 1971.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 22, 1971?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1971?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 22, 1971.
August 22, 1971: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1971:
- Birger Nerman
Swedish archaeologist (b. 1888).
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 22nd
August 22, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1971:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1971:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1971: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 16th and August 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1971 was How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 22, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
- Jean Knight - Mr. Big Stuff
- John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads
- Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
- James Taylor - You've Got A Friend
August 22, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1971 was I'm Still Waiting by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 22, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - I'm Still Waiting
- The New Seekers - Never Ending Song Of Love
- T Rex - Get It On
- Atomic Rooster - Devil's Answer
- Family - In My Own Time
August 22, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1971 was Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 22, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
- The Undisputed Truth - Smiling Faces Sometimes
- Jackson 5 - Maybe Tomorrow
- The Dramatics - Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get
- James Brown - Hot Pants (She Got To Use What She Got, To Get What She Want
August 22, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
A Gunfight
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Lamont Johnson
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Johnny Cash, Jane Alexander, Karen Black
Black Killer
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Carlo Croccolo
Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan
Country: Italy
The Night Evelyn Came Out of the Grave
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Emilio Miraglia
Starring: Anthony Steffen, Marina Malfatti, Enzo Tarascio, Giacomo Rossi Stuart
Cry Uncle
Release year: 1971
Directed by: John G. Avildsen
Starring: Jackson Beck, Pamela Gruen, Allen Garfield, Devin Goldenberg
Die Screaming Marianne
Release year: 1971
Directed by: Pete Walker
Starring: Susan George, Barry Evans, Christopher Sandford, Judy Huxtable
August 22, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1971 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Hei-Wi-Tip-Top
Release year: 1971
Starring: Willy Millowitsch, Heidi Kabel, Michaela May, Inge Schmidt
Spyforce
Release year: 1971
Trial
Release year: 1971
August 22, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Shadow Of The Lynx
By: Victoria Holt
Nora Tamsin was fascinated at Charles Herrick's ruthlessness, but she realized that he deserved the name "The Lynx". His love for her was both overwhelming and terrifying.
The Passions Of The Mind
By: Irving Stone
A compelling portrait of the Viennese neurologer, which focuses on his intense, agonized research years that led to the discovery of psychoanalysis.
America, Inc
By: Morton Mintz and Jerry S. Cohen
This well-documented expose' exposes the incorpored rulers of the United States, and indeed of much of the globe. They are private governments that function as well as legitimate public authorities, it is revealed.
Living Well Is The Best Revenge
By: Calvin Tomkins
Living Well Is The Best Revenge was first published in 1971. It is now available for younger generations with a new introduction from the author.
The Exorcist
By: William Peter Blatty
The Exorcist was originally published in 1971. It is now a major TV series on FOX. It is still one of the most controversial novels and became a literary sensation. It spent 47 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller …
August 22, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Star Trek
Galaxy Game
Computer Space
The Oregon Trail
Who was the US President on August 22, 1971?
On August 22, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1971?
On August 22, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1971?
On August 22, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 1971?
1971 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
- UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
- Swiss men accept female suffrage
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What was the calendar for August 1971?
August 1971 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.
