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December 26, 1974 was the 360th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 26, 1974 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 26, 1974, who was born and died on December 26, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 26, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Angie Baby by Helen Reddy), movies (e.g. Appassionata, directed by Gianluigi Calderone), TV series (e.g. The Sweeney) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 26th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 26, 1974?
- December 26, 1974: What happened on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 26, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 26, 1974?
- December 26, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 26, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- December 26, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 26, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 26, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on December 26, 1974?
What day of the week was December 26, 1974?
December 26, 1974 was a Thursday and it was the 360th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 26, 1974 can also be written as 12/26/1974 in the US and as 26/12/1974 in UK and Europe.
December 26, 1974: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 26, 1974:
- Washington capitals 1st nhl sellout
December 26, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn 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 26, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
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December 26, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 26, 1974 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 1974 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 26, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 02:22 pm and setting at 05:38 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Dec 29, 1974.
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Who was born on December 26, 1974?
Famous people born on December 26, 1974:
![Joshua Miller]()
Joshua MillerAmerican screenwriter and actor.
- Zach Blair
American guitarist (rise against).
- Josie Ho
Actress and singer from hong kong.
- Tony Brackens
Defensive end (jacksonville jaguars).
- Tiffany Brissette
Actress (vicki-small wonder).
![Pablo Puyol]()
Pablo Puyol- Julia Koschitz
- Yukiru Sugisaki
- Gabriel Álvez
- Rostislav Dimitrov
- Jasmin Agić
- Antonia de Rendinger
Whose famous birthday is on December 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 26th:
![Jared Leto]()
Jared LetoAmerican actor, singer-songwriter, director.
![Kit Harington]()
Kit HaringtonTv actor.
![Andy Biersack]()
Andy BiersackRock singer.
![Richard Widmark]()
Richard WidmarkAmerican actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Shun Oguri]()
Shun OguriJapanese director and actor.
![Eden Sher]()
Eden SherAmerican actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the TV series 'The Middle'.
![Donald Moffat]()
Donald MoffatEnglish-american actor (d. 2018).
![Elizabeth Kostova]()
Elizabeth KostovaAmerican author.
![Caroll Spinney]()
Caroll SpinneyAmerican puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).
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December 26, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 3 months old,
or 591 months and 24 days old,
or 2573 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18012 days old,
if you were born on December 26, 1974.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 26, 1974?
There are 251 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 26, 1974.
December 26, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 26, 1974:
![Jack Benny]()
Jack BennyAmerican actor and comedian, benny was a tv, radio, and film star for many years.
- Farid al-Atrash
Syrian-egyptian singer-songwriter, oud player, and actor (b. 1915).
- Frederick Dalrymple-Hamilton
Scottish admiral (d. 1974).
- Knudage Riisager
Composer dies at 77.
- Robert Levine Sanders
Composer dies at 68.
- Frank Hussey
- Alan Noel Latimer Munby
- Jack Benny (Benjamin Kubelsky
- Ahmad Ismail Ali (57)
What famous deaths happened on December 26th?
Famous deaths on December 26th:
![Curtis Mayfield]()
Curtis MayfieldCurtis mayfield was an influential funk singer known for his socially conscious lyrics and his work with the group the impressions.
![Gerald Ford]()
Gerald FordAmerican politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states.
![Teena Marie]()
Teena MarieAmerican composer and singer (born 1956).
![Sylva Koscina]()
Sylva KoscinaItalian actress, best known for her role in "hercules," (1958), and "hercules unchained", (1960).
![Vincent Schiavelli]()
Vincent SchiavelliAmerican actor (d. 2005).
![Jason Robards]()
Jason RobardsAmerican actor who appeared in more than 170 films over a forty-year career.
![Elsa Lanchester]()
Elsa LanchesterLondon, england -- actress (bride of frankenstien), lewisham london.
![Nigel Hawthorne]()
Nigel HawthorneHe was a british actor on the stage and screen who earned admiration in his early 50s.
![Tom Smothers]()
Tom SmothersAmerican comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.
![Pedro Armendáriz]()
Pedro ArmendárizJr.
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December 26, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 26, 1974:
- The first day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- First day of Kwanzaa
- Boxing Day in the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Australia - Proclamation Day (South Australian public holiday), for the foundation of the Australian state of South Australia on December 28, 1836 but commemorated on this day.
- Wrenboys celebrate Wren in Ireland
- Period of Ursids meteor shower ends about this day
- Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia - Tsunami Awareness Day/Tsunami Memorial (or Remembrance) Day
- Mandala Pooja at Sabarimala in Kerala, India
- First day of Junkanoo street parade in the Bahamas (the second day is on the New Year's Day)
- Wren day in Ireland and the Isle of Man.
December 26, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 26, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 23rd and December 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 26, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 26, 1974 was Angie Baby by Helen Reddy, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 26, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 26, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Helen Reddy - Angie Baby
- Elton John - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Harry Chapin - Cat's In The Cradle
December 26, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 26, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 26, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 26, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mud - Lonely This Christmas
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- Bachman-Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet
- The Rubettes - Juke Box Jive
- Gary Glitter - Oh Yes You're Beautiful
December 26, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 26, 1974 was Boogie On Reggae Woman by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.
December 26, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 26, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Boogie On Reggae Woman
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- James Brown - Funky President (People It's Bad)
December 26, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 26, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Appassionata
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone
Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno
Country: Italy
The Godfather Part II
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Jacob the Liar
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Frank Beyer
Starring: Vlastimil Brodský, Erwin Geschonneck, Henry Hübchen, Blanche Kommerell
Young Frankenstein
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Mel Brooks
Starring: Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle
Country: United States of America
The Front Page
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Billy Wilder
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia
Country: United States of America
December 26, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 26, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Sweeney
Release year: 1974
Written by: Ian Kennedy Martin
Starring: John Thaw, Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Big Showdown
Release year: 1974
Directed by: Wong Tin Lam
Der Leutnant vom Schwanenkietz
Release year: 1974
The Life of Riley
Release year: 1974
Country: United States of America
December 26, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 26, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
The New York Times bestseller author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold and The Night Manager. Now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
A Bridge Too Far
By: Cornelius Ryan
This is the classic account of one of World War II's most dramatic battles.
The Memory Book
By: Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas
You can unleash the hidden power in your mind with Harry Lorayne's and Jerry Lucas’s simple, failsafe memory system. This will allow you to become more productive, imaginative, and powerful at work.
The Woman He Loved
By: Ralph G. Martin
Windsor, Wallis Warfield Duchess Of Britain and Edward VIII King of Great Britain biography by the Duke and Duchess 1972
Something Happened
By: Joseph Heller
Bob Slocum lived the American dream. He was blessed with a lovely wife, three beautiful children, a nice home, and all the mistresses that he wanted. He had it all, all except happiness.
December 26, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 26, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Spasim
Rebound
Who was the US President on December 26, 1974?
On December 26, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1974?
On December 26, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 26, 1974?
On December 26, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 26th?
December 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2018 - The first time they have visited a combat zone since becoming president, the unannounced visit of president donald trump and first lady melania trump to the al asad airbase in iraq was post-christmas.
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: according emergency services and al masirah (houthi-owned), saudi arabian coalition air attacks killed 15 and wounded 60 people at al-shahra souq in taiz governorate.
- 2016 - American actor george s. irving is best known as one of the final members of oklahoma's original production. at 94, heat miser, the voice of heat miser in the year without a santa claus, is dead.
What happened in 1974?
1974 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
- Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
- 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy
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What was the calendar for December 1974?
December 1974 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.
