Friday January 28, 1977: on this day

January 28, 1977 was the 28th day of the year 1977, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 28, 1977 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 28, 1977, who was born and died on January 28, 1977, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 28, 1977, which were the most popular songs (ex. Car Wash by Rose Royce), movies (e.g. Suspiria, directed by Dario Argento), TV series (e.g. Blankety Blanks) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 28th, 1977 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 28, 1977?


January 28, 1977 was a Friday and it was the 28th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 28, 1977 can also be written as 1/28/1977 in the US and as 28/1/1977 in UK and Europe.

January 28, 1977 in January 1977 calendar

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January 28, 1977: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 28, 1977:

  • The first day of the great lakes blizzard of 1977, which severely affects and cripples much of upstate new york, but buffalo, ny, syracuse, ny, watertown, ny, and surrounding areas are most affected, each area accumulating close to 10 feet (3.0 m) of snow on this one day.\ \ \ \ \ disintegration of the space shuttle challenger.
  • The great lakes blizzard of 1977 hits buffalo, new york and the niagara region of southern ontario.
  • The first day of the great lakes blizzard of 1977, which dumps 3 metres (10 ft) of snow in one day in upstate new york. buffalo, syracuse, watertown, and surrounding areas are most affected.

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January 28, 1977: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 28th 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 28, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 28, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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January 28, 1977: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 28, 1977 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 28, 1977 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 28, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 11:56 am and setting at 02:27 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 05, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Feb 04, 1977.

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Who was born on January 28, 1977?


Famous people born on January 28, 1977:

  • Joey Fatone
    Joey Fatone

    Joey fatone is an american singer best known as a member of the boy band *nsync.

  • Takuma Sato

    Japanese professional racing driver who won the Indianapolis 500 in 2017.

  • Duante Culpepper

    Former NFL quarterback known for his time with the Minnesota Vikings.

  • Andres Neuman

    Argentinian-Spanish author known for his novels and poetry.

  • Sandis Buškevics

    Latvian basketball coach and player.

  • Lyle Overbay

    American baseball player.

  • Matt DeVries

    American guitarist (chimaira rockworm six feet under and fear factory).

  • Zhao Tao
  • Francisco Antonio Pavón
  • Marcelo Lipatín
  • Pablo Nassar
  • Antonio Delgado
  • Cristian Carrara

Whose famous birthday is on January 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 28th:

  • Ariel Winter
    Ariel Winter

    Ariel winter is a tv actress best known for her role as alex dunphy on the popular sitcom modern family.

  • Elijah Wood
    Elijah Wood

    Elijah wood is a well-known american actor, best known for his role as frodo baggins in the 'lord of the rings' film trilogy.

  • Nick Carter
    Nick Carter

    American singer, musician, dancer, and drummer.

  • Shruti Haasan
    Shruti Haasan

    Shruti haasan is an indian actress and singer known for her work in the south indian film industry as well as bollywood.

  • Barbi Benton
    Barbi Benton

    American singer and model, actress.

  • Alan Alda
    Alan Alda

    American actor, director, and scriptwriter, who was a star since 1972.

  • Rick Warren
    Rick Warren

    American minister, founder, pastor, and author of "the purpose driven life", among others.

  • Charles Taylor
    Charles Taylor

    Liberian politician, 22nd president of liberia.

  • Frank Skinner
    Frank Skinner

    English comedian, actor, and author.

  • Calum Worthy
    Calum Worthy

    Canadian actor and musician.

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January 28, 1977: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 47 years 2 months old,

or 566 months and 1 day old,

or 2461 weeks

or 17227 days old,

if you were born on January 28, 1977.

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 28, 1977?

There are 305 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday January 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 28, 1977?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on January 28, 1977.

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January 28, 1977: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 28, 1977:

  • Burt Mustin

    Actor (all in the family andy griffith show), died at 92.

  • Benito Quinquela Martín
  • Pasquale Pasquini

What famous deaths happened on January 28th?

Famous deaths on January 28th:

  • Joe Viterelli
    Joe Viterelli

    American actor (born 1937).

  • Cicely Tyson
    Cicely Tyson

    American actress (b. 1924).

  • John Banner
    John Banner

    Austrian actor (born 1910).

  • Astryd Lindgren

    Renowned Swedish author of children's books.

  • Olita Tyson

    Legendary actress known for her powerful performances.

  • Henry VIII

    King of England from 1509 to 1547, known for his six marriages and the English Reformation.

  • Mayes Burt

    Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films.

  • Winefred Ward

    Renowned American painter known for her landscapes and portraits.

  • Zarra Neale Hurston

    Prominent figure of the Harlem Renaissance known for her novel 'Their Eyes Were Watching God.

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January 28, 1977: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 28, 1977:

  • Catholicism - Feast day of St. Thomas Aquinas
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January 28, 1977: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 28, 1977 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 24th and January 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 28, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 28, 1977 was Car Wash by Rose Royce, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 28, 1977: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 28, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Car Wash
  2. - I Wish
  3. - Dazz
  4. - You Make Me Feel Like Dancing
  5. - Hot Line

January 28, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 28, 1977 was Don't Give Up On Us by David Soul, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 28, 1977: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 28, 1977 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Give Up On Us
  2. - When A Child Is Born
  3. - Don't Cry For Me Argentina
  4. - Under The Moon Of Love
  5. - Sideshow

January 28, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 28, 1977 was I Wish by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 28, 1977: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 28, 1977 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Wish
  2. - Darlin' Darlin' Baby (Sweet, Tender, Love)
  3. - Free
  4. - I Like To Do It
  5. - Saturday Nite

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January 28, 1977: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 28, 1977 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Suspiria

Suspiria

Release year: 1977

Directed by: Dario Argento

Starring: Jessica Harper, Stefania Casini, Flavio Bucci, Miguel Bosé

Country: United States of America

Wizards

Wizards

Release year: 1977

Directed by: Ralph Bakshi

Starring: Bob Holt, Jesse Welles, Richard Romanus, David Proval

Country: United States of America

Casotto

Casotto

Release year: 1977

Directed by: Sergio Citti

Starring: Jodie Foster, Michele Placido, Mariangela Melato, Catherine Deneuve, Ugo Tognazzi, Ninetto Davoli, Paolo Stoppa, Carlo Croccolo, Massimo Bonetti, Franco Citti, Gigi Proietti, Anna Melato

Country: Italy

Charleston

Charleston

Release year: 1977

Directed by: Marcello Fondato

Starring: Bud Spencer, Lucretia Love, Herbert Lom, Dino Emanuelli, Jack La Cayenne, Renzo Marignano, Claudio Ruffini, James Coco, Ronald Lacey

Country: Italy

California

California

Release year: 1977

Directed by: Michele Lupo

Starring: Miguel Bosé, Giuliano Gemma, Malisa Longo, Enzo Fiermonte, Andrea Aureli, Raimund Harmstorf, William Berger, Franco Fantasia, Mario Novelli, Franco Ressel, Dana Ghia, Chris Avram

Country: Italy

January 28, 1977: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 28, 1977 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Blankety Blanks

Blankety Blanks

Release year: 1977

Starring: Graham Kennedy, Ugly Dave Gray, Stuart Wagstaff

Country: Australia

The Emigrants

The Emigrants

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Jan Troell

Little Lord Fauntleroy

Little Lord Fauntleroy

Release year: 1976

Directed by: John Cromwell

The Brady Bunch Variety Hour

The Brady Bunch Variety Hour

Release year: 1976

Pat & Mat

Pat & Mat

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Marek Benes

January 28, 1977: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 28, 1977 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Your Erroneous Zones by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Your Erroneous Zones

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This bestseller sends a clear message: Avoid negative thinking and learn how to be self-actualized.

Raise The Titanic! by Clive Cussler

Raise The Titanic!

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Dirk Pitt, a marine explorer, must rescue crucial material from the most notorious maritime disaster. This #1 New York Times bestseller is the result of orders from the Pentagon.

Ceremony Of The Innocent by Taylor Caldwell

Ceremony Of The Innocent

By:

One of the country's most beloved novelists returns home to the late nineteenth and early 20th century America to set her personal novel, the parallel stories about a woman.

The Users by Joyce Haber

The Users

By:

This novel is a shocking look behind the scenes at New Hollywood, the world of politics, big business and the syndicate.

Storm Warning by Jack Higgins

Storm Warning

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A group of German ex-patriots in Brazil are forced to sail five thousand miles through turbulent waters during World War II. They must also face the death threats posed by American and British military power.

January 28, 1977: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 28, 1977 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Surround

Surround

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Super Bug

Super Bug

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing / Driving

Indy 500

Indy 500

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Triple Hunt

Triple Hunt

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Light gun shooter

Publisher: Atari

Basic Math

Basic Math

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Educational (mathematics)

Publisher: Atari

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Who was the US President on January 28, 1977?

On January 28, 1977 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 28, 1977?

On January 28, 1977 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 28, 1977?

On January 28, 1977 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 28th?

January 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boko haram insurgency: 60 people are killed in an attack on rann by boko haram.
  • 2018 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: battle of aden (2018): united arab emirates-backed southern transitional council fighters take control of government buildings in aden, south yemen after clashing with forces loyal president abdrabbuh mansur hadi. at least 10 people have been reported killed and 30 others injured. ahmed obeid bin daghr, yemeni prime minister, accuses separatists for staging a coup.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017). the world food programme reduces food aid for more than 1.4 million displaced iraqis 50%. this is due to payment delays by donor countries.

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What happened in 1977?

1977 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 8th (final) part of Roots is most-watched TV entertainment show to date.
  • Edward W Stack replaces Paul Kerr President of Hall of Fame
  • CB Savage by Rod Hart peaks at #67

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What was the calendar for January 1977?

January 1977 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.

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