Sunday January 23, 1972: on this day

January 23, 1972 was the 23rd day of the year 1972, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is January 23, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 23, 1972, who was born and died on January 23, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 23, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. American Pie (Parts 1 and 2) by Don McLean), movies (e.g. Amar Prem, directed by Shakti Samanta), TV series (e.g. Tightrope) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 23rd, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 23, 1972?


January 23, 1972 was a Sunday and it was the 23rd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 23, 1972 can also be written as 1/23/1972 in the US and as 23/1/1972 in UK and Europe.

January 23, 1972 in January 1972 calendar

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January 23, 1972: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 23, 1972:

  • 2nd afc-nfc pro bowl, afc wins 26-13
  • Ard schenk becomes european all-round skating champ.
  • Bootlegger sells wood alcohol to wedding party-100 die-new delhi, india.
  • Entire population of istanbul under 24 hour house arrest.

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January 23, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 23rd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 23, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 23, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on January 23rd, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 23, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 23, 1972 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 23, 1972 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 January 23, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 10:48 am and setting at 01:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 31, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Jan 30, 1972.

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Who was born on January 23, 1972?


Famous people born on January 23, 1972:

  • Ewen Bremner

    Talented Scottish actor known for his roles in Trainspotting and Wonder Woman.

  • Jep Eriksen

    Jep Eriksen is a Norwegian geologist who has made significant contributions to the understanding of plate tectonics.

  • Léa Drucker

    Léa drucker is a french actress known for her roles in films such as custody and the man of my life.

  • Janae Marie Kroc

    Janae Marie Kroc is a transgender former powerlifter known for her achievements in the sport.

  • Tanya Harding

    Australian softball pitcher (1996 olympics, bronze medalist).

  • Dmitry Shumkov

    Russian lawyer and philanthropist (d.2015).

  • Gary Harrell

    Nfl / wlaf receiver (new york giants and frankfurt galaxy).

  • Lisa Snowdon

    British tv presenter and model.

  • Kez McCorvey

    Nfl wide receiver (detroit lions).

  • Anthony Peterson NFL linebacker (Chicago Bears

    San francisco 49ers).

  • Marcel Wouda

    Dutch swimmer and coach.

  • Jérôme Guedj
  • Sami El-Sheshini
  • Anthony Peterson

Whose famous birthday is on January 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 23rd:

  • Tito Ortiz
    Tito Ortiz

    Tito ortiz is an american retired ufc fighter known for his long and successful career in mixed martial arts.

  • Jeanne Moreau
    Jeanne Moreau

    French actress and director, moreau has appeared in more than 49 films.

  • Mariska Hargitay
    Mariska Hargitay

    American actress, recognized family.

  • Rutger Hauer
    Rutger Hauer

    Dutch actor who excels in the role of villain in films like "blade runner," nighthawks, and "the hitcher.

  • Chesley Sullenberger
    Chesley Sullenberger

    American commercial airline pilot who was celebrated for landing his usairways plane carrying 155 passengers and crew on the hudson river in...

  • Dan Duryea
    Dan Duryea

    Dan Duryea was a talented actor known for his roles in film noir and westerns.

  • Jack Reynor
    Jack Reynor

    Movie actor.

  • Gail O'Grady
    Gail O'Grady

    Gail o'grady is an american actress known for her roles in television series such as nypd blue and american dreams.

  • Richard Roxburgh
    Richard Roxburgh

    Richard roxburgh is an australian actor and producer known for his roles in moulin rouge! and the sherlock holmes film series.

  • Ariadna Gil
    Ariadna Gil

    Ariadna gil is a spanish actress known for her roles in films such as belle époque and pan's labyrinth.

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January 23, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 52 years 2 months old,

or 626 months and 5 days old,

or 2722 weeks and 4 days old,

or 19058 days old,

if you were born on January 23, 1972.

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 January 23, 1972?

There are 301 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 23rd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 23, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 23, 1972.

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January 23, 1972: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 23, 1972:

  • Erich Lachmann
  • Miguel García Vivancos

What famous deaths happened on January 23rd?

Famous deaths on January 23rd:

  • Hal Holbrook
    Hal Holbrook

    American actor on screen and stage, whose first film was "the group" (1966).

  • Jack Oakie
    Jack Oakie

    American comedian who appeared on more than 100 films, including charlie chaplin’s classic 1940 film "the great dictator".

  • Freddie Bartholomew
    Freddie Bartholomew

    England, united kingdom -- actor (anna karenina, david copperfield).

  • Gorden Kaye
    Gorden Kaye

    English singer and actor.

  • Craig Charles
    Craig Charles

    English actor and tv presenter.

  • Paul Robeson
    Paul Robeson

    American actor and activist, singer (d. 1976).

  • Hope Hampton
    Hope Hampton

    Actress (star dust and lawful larcency), died at 83.

  • Jack LaLanne
    Jack LaLanne

    American nutritionist and fitness expert (born in 1914).

  • Ian Wolfe
    Ian Wolfe

    Actor (houdini, thx-1138, homebodies), dies at 95.

  • Franceen Dali

    Franceen Dali was a Spanish surrealist artist known for her dreamlike and visually striking paintings.

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January 23, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 23, 1972:

  • Pie Day
  • The Saddest day of the year is January 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [1]
  • Roman Catholic Church: Feast of Blessed Marianne of Molokai
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January 23, 1972: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 23, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 17th and January 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 23, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 23, 1972 was American Pie (Parts 1 and 2) by Don McLean, according to the music chart for the week January 17th and January 23rd.

January 23, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 23, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 17th and January 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - American Pie (Parts 1 and 2)
  2. - Brand New Key
  3. - Let's Stay Together
  4. - Sunshine
  5. - Day After Day

January 23, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 23, 1972 was I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony) by The New Seekers, according to the music chart for the week January 17th and January 23rd.

January 23, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 23, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 17th and January 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)
  2. - Mother Of Mine
  3. - Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West)
  4. - Softly Whispering I Love You
  5. - Jeepster

January 23, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 23, 1972 was Let's Stay Together by Al Green, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 17th and January 23rd.

January 23, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 23, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 17th and January 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Let's Stay Together
  2. - Clean Up Woman
  3. - Sugar Daddy
  4. - Drowning In The Sea Of Love
  5. - One Monkey Don't Stop No Show Part I

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January 23, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 23, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Amar Prem

Amar Prem

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Shakti Samanta

Starring: Rajesh Khanna, Sharmila Tagore, Sujit Kumar, Bindu

Revolver

Revolver

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Sergio Sollima

Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta

Country: Italy

The Cowboys

The Cowboys

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Mark Rydell

Starring: John Wayne, Roscoe Lee Browne, Bruce Dern, Colleen Dewhurst

Country: United States of America

Eagle in a Cage

Eagle in a Cage

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Fielder Cook

Starring: John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, Billie Whitelaw, Kenneth Haigh

Black Killer

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

January 23, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 23, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Tightrope

Tightrope

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Richard Tuggle

The Hilarious House of Frightenstein

The Hilarious House of Frightenstein

Release year: 1971

Starring: Billy Van, Julius Sumner Miller, Vincent Price, Fishka Rais

Country: Canada

January 23, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 23, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Beyond Freedom And Dignity by B. F. Skinner

Beyond Freedom And Dignity

By:

This profound and controversial book, a landmark in 20th-century thought, was originally published in 1971 by B. F. Skinner. It is a definitive statement on humankind and society.

Eleanor And Franklin by Joseph P. Lash

Eleanor And Franklin

By:

#1 New York Times Bestseller--Winners of the Pulitzer Prize & National Book AwardIn Joseph P.'s extraordinary biography about the most important political couple of the 20th century, Joseph P.

Bear Island by Alistair MacLean

Bear Island

By:

The classic tale of adventure, death and mystery on an Arctic island by the famed master of suspense and action is now available in a reissue.

Message From Malaga by Helen MacInnes

Message From Malaga

By:

"The delay in Malaga's delivery of the message could have been catastrophic. It was an irreparable loss, an agent had died. "Under

The Winds Of War by Herman Wouk

The Winds Of War

By:

The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.

January 23, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 23, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hunt the Wumpus

Hunt the Wumpus

Platform: BASIC, TI-99/4A

Genre: Adventure game

Pong

Pong

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Empire

Empire

Platform: PDP 11/45 (1971), HP2000 (1973), HP3000 (1984), DOS, Commodore Amiga, Macintosh, Windows, Linux (2003)

Genre: 4X, wargame

history

Who was the US President on January 23, 1972?

On January 23, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 23, 1972?

On January 23, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 23, 1972?

On January 23, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 23rd?

January 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of January. 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 January 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Three michigan residents were arrested at gerald r. ford international airport on suspicion of conspiring to support islamic state.
  • 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018): a double car bombing in benghazi leaves at least 33 dead and "dozens" more injured. according to local officials, the victims include both civilians and military personnel.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war - the yemeni army claims it has retaken the port of mocha from houthi rebels.

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What happened in 1972?

1972 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
  • President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
  • Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1972?

January 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1972 calendar looked like.

Sunday January 23, 1972