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December 21, 1974 was the 355th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is December 21, 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 21, 1974, who was born and died on December 21, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 21, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cat's In The Cradle by Harry Chapin), 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 21st, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 21, 1974?
- December 21, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 21, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 21, 1974?
- December 21, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 21, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
- December 21, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 21, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
- December 21, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 21, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 21, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 21, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 21, 1974?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 1974?
- Who was the Pope on December 21, 1974?
What day of the week was December 21, 1974?
December 21, 1974 was a Saturday and it was the 355th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 21, 1974 can also be written as 12/21/1974 in the US and as 21/12/1974 in UK and Europe.
December 21, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 21st is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius 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 21, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 21, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 21st, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 21, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 21, 1974 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 21, 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 21, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 11:27 am and setting at 12:23 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 21, 1974?
Famous people born on December 21, 1974:
- Apollo Robbins
Apollo Robbins is a renowned entrepreneur known for his innovative business ventures.
- Jamin Ben R. McAdams
American politician and former Mayor of Salt Lake County, Utah, serving as the U.S.
- Karrie Webb
Australian golfer.
- Raymond Austin
Cornerback/safety (new york jets).
- Karrie Webb Ayr in Queensland
Australia; lpga golfer (1994 australian strokeplay).
- Vanessa Vidal
- Almir Alex do Nascimento
- Emanuele Asti
- Keri Chaconas
- Andrea Cristoforetti
Whose famous birthday is on December 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 21st:
![Jane Fonda]()
Jane FondaAmerican actress, who has at times been a sexpot and a feminist, a politician, a producer of exercise videos, a businesswoman,...
![Kiefer Sutherland]()
Kiefer SutherlandBritish-american actor, noted family, kiefer william frederick dempsey george rufus sutherland is a twin.
![Corinne Touzet]()
Corinne TouzetFrench actress, comedian on tv, producer and producer of west indian descent.
![Julie Delpy]()
Julie DelpyFrench actress; well-known internationally.
![Jane Kaczmarek]()
Jane KaczmarekTv actress.
![Ray Romano]()
Ray RomanoAmerican comedian, with a droning, worried tone, is the star of "everybody loves raymond" 1996.
![Andy Dick]()
Andy DickAmerican comedian and actor.
![Paul Meurisse]()
Paul MeurisseFrench actor and fianca(c), of singer edith piaf.
![Steven Yeun]()
Steven YeunTv actor.
![Phil Donahue]()
Phil DonahueAmerican television personality.
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December 21, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 49 years 3 months old,
or 591 months and 30 days old,
or 2574 weeks
or 18018 days old,
if you were born on December 21, 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 21, 1974?
There are 246 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 21, 1974?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 21, 1974.
December 21, 1974: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 21, 1974:
![Richard Long]()
Richard LongAmerican author and historian (d. 2013).
- James Henry Govier
British artist (born 1910).
- Théodore Nouwens
- Silvano Ceccherini
- Félix Amiot
- Luis Marín Sabater
What famous deaths happened on December 21st?
Famous deaths on December 21st:
![Ted Healy]()
Ted HealyAmerican screenwriter and actor (d. 1937).
![Billie Whitelaw]()
Billie WhitelawCoventry (england) -- actress (omens, adding machine).
- Ebb Fitzgerald
Ebb Fitzgerald was a celebrated American author and one of the key figures of the 'Lost Generation' in 1920s Paris.
- Hadli Fitzgerald
Hadli Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, known for his novels depicting the Jazz Age.
- Jersee Fitzgerald
Jersee Fitzgerald was a renowned American novelist of the 20th century, best known for his masterpiece 'The Great Gatsby', which is...
- Trason Fitzgerald
Trason Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby', which is considered a...
- Garrell Fitzgerald
Garrell Fitzgerald was an Irish playwright and novelist, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby' and its exploration of the Jazz Age.
- Keldric Fitzgerald
Keldric Fitzgerald was an American novelist who is best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
- Keiston Fitzgerald
Keiston Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
- Jakolby Fitzgerald
Jakolby Fitzgerald was a celebrated American novelist and short story writer, known for his iconic works that captured the essence of the...
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December 21, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 21, 1974:
- Roman festivals - Divalia in honour of Angerona
- R.C. Saints - Saint Petrus Canisius ; formerly feast day of Thomas the apostle
- Also see December 21 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The summer solstice (Southern Hemisphere) or winter solstice (Northern Hemisphere), sometimes known as Yule, occurs on or very close to this date. It is an important festival in the Chinese calendar.
December 21, 1974: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 21, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 16th and December 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 21, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 21, 1974 was Cat's In The Cradle by Harry Chapin, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 21, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 21, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Harry Chapin - Cat's In The Cradle
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
- Helen Reddy - Angie Baby
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
December 21, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 21, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 21, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 21, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 16th and December 22nd. 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 21, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 21, 1974 was She's Gone by Tavares, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 16th and December 22nd.
December 21, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 21, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 16th and December 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Tavares - She's Gone
- Stevie Wonder - Boogie On Reggae Woman
- Jackson 5 - Whatever You Got, I Want
- The Stylistics - Heavy Fallin' Out
- Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
December 21, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 21, 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 21, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 21, 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 Uncle Floyd Show
Release year: 1974
Starring: Scott Gordon, Peter Tork, Floyd Vivino, Looney Skip Rooney
December 21, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 21, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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 Dogs Of War
By: Frederick Forsyth
"Knocking off an armoured truck or a bank is just crude. A whole republic can be taken down with a single stroke. Sir James Manson is a shadowy titan in London's financial sector who is plotting a coup d’etat within …
Harlequin
By: Morris West
Paul Desmond admires George Harlequin, his friend and close friend for his exceptional European breeding. Harlequin is the head of a highly regarded Swiss bank and is part of a small group of gentlemen whose bond is their handshake.
A Bridge Too Far
By: Cornelius Ryan
This is the classic account of one of World War II's most dramatic battles.
December 21, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 21, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Maze War
Gran Trak 10
Qwak!
Tank
Rebound
Who was the US President on December 21, 1974?
On December 21, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 1974?
On December 21, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 21, 1974?
On December 21, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 21st?
December 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: a joint military and police operation near tumaco kills walter arizala, an ecuadorian drug dealer and farc dissident. arizala was earlier this year wanted in connection with the assassination of two ecuadorian journalists.
- 2017 - December 2017, melbourne car attack: nineteen victims were injured when a car crashed into pedestrians on the corner of flinders street, elizabeth street, melbourne, australia. the driver was arrested. victoria police believe the incident was a deliberate act, but not terrorist-related.
- 2016 - Terrorism is in indonesia: three indonesian police officers are killed in a gunfight south jakarta following the discovery of a bomb. in connection with alleged involvement in suicide bomb attack plans, fourteen people were arrested.
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.
