Tuesday May 02, 1961: on this day

May 02, 1961 was the 122nd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 02, 1961 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 02, 1961, who was born and died on May 02, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 02, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Runaway by Del Shannon), movies (e.g. Parrish, directed by Delmer Daves), TV series (e.g. Whispering Smith) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 2nd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 02, 1961?


May 02, 1961 was a Tuesday and it was the 122nd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 02, 1961 can also be written as 5/2/1961 in the US and as 2/5/1961 in UK and Europe.

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May 02, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 2nd is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 02, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 02, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on May 2nd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 02, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 02, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 02, 1961 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 May 02, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 08:54 pm and setting at 08:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on May 30, 1961.

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Who was born on May 02, 1961?


Famous people born on May 02, 1961:

  • Catherine Opie

    Renowned photographer known for her portraits and documentary photography.

  • Robert Howard (The Blow Monkeys)

    Robert howard, also known as dr.

  • Sophie Thibault

    Canadian journalist.

  • Phil Vickery

    English chef and author.

  • Steve James

    English snooker player.

  • Stephen Daldry

    English film director.

  • Bruce Howard

    Scottish musician and leader of the band "the blow monkeys", also known as dr.

  • Lisa Gansky

    Businesswoman.

  • Matt Cartwright

    Politician.

  • Doctor Robert

    [bruce r howard]: rocker (blowmonkeys - "wicked ways").

  • Peter Doohan

    In australia; tennis star.

  • Julián Camino
  • Paola Caridi
  • Mark Dennis
  • Roy Hinson
  • Beeban Kidron
  • Anna Parisi
  • Dr. Robert

Whose famous birthday is on May 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 2nd:

  • David Suchet
    David Suchet

    David suchet is an english actor and producer best known for his portrayal of agatha christie's detective hercule poirot in the long-running...

  • Lesley Gore
    Lesley Gore

    Lesley gore was an american pop singer known for her hit song 'it's my party' and for being a prominent figure in the 1960s music scene.

  • Dwayne Johnson
    Dwayne Johnson

    Canadian actor, producer and professional wrestler from american/canadian.

  • Christine Baranski
    Christine Baranski

    Christine baranski is a renowned american actress known for her roles in movies and television, including her portrayal of diane lockhart in...

  • Serge Reggiani
    Serge Reggiani

    Italian/french singer and actor.

  • Satyajit Ray
    Satyajit Ray

    Indian filmmaker, widely regarded as one the greatest auteurs in world cinema.

  • Mitzi Kapture
    Mitzi Kapture

    Mitzi Kapture is an actress best known for her role in the TV series 'Silk Stalkings'.

  • Kay Panabaker
    Kay Panabaker

    American actress.

  • Brian Aherne
    Brian Aherne

    British-american actor who made his acting debut in 1923.

  • Brian Tochi
    Brian Tochi

    American actor, who has been a guest-star and starring role on many television series throughout his career.

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May 02, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 10 months old,

or 754 months and 27 days old,

or 3282 weeks and 3 days old,

or 22977 days old,

if you were born on May 02, 1961.

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 May 02, 1961?

There are 34 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 02, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 02, 1961.

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May 02, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on May 2nd?

Famous deaths on May 2nd:

  • Maidie Norman
    Maidie Norman

    Maidie norman was an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'what ever happened to baby jane?' and 'the long, hot summer'.

  • Oliver Reed
    Oliver Reed

    British actor.

  • Lynn Redgrave
    Lynn Redgrave

    British-american actress, rachel kempson, is the daughter of sir michael redgrave, an actor from bristol, and rachel kempson, actress from...

  • Caryl Chessman
    Caryl Chessman

    American homicide.

  • Michael Hordern
    Michael Hordern

    Hertfordshire (england) -- actor (friar doingo-shogun).

  • Gene Raymond
    Gene Raymond

    Nyc, new york -- actor.

  • Efrem Zimbalist
    Efrem Zimbalist

    Jr.

  • Leonardo Da Vinci

    Renowned Italian artist, scientist, and inventor of the Renaissance period.

  • Osama Bin Laden

    Arabian muslim fundamentalist, well-known terrorist, also known as usama bin muhammad bin ladin or shaykh usama bin ladin.

  • Vincenta Da Vinci

    Renowned Italian artist known for iconic works like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 2nd

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May 02, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 02, 1961:

  • Indonesia - Indonesia National Education Day
  • Iran - Teacher's Day
  • Slovenia - second day of Labour Day
  • Madrid Region - Day of the Region.
  • Poland - Flag Day, an official holiday to honour the Flag of Poland
  • Bahá'f Faith: Last day of the Festival of Ridván

Observances on May 02, 1961:

  • World Tuna Day

Saints celebrated on May 02, 1961:

  • Saint Zoe
  • Saint Mafalda
  • Saint Waldebert, Walbert or Gaubert
  • Saint Germanus
  • Saints Exuperius and Zoe
  • Saint Boris
  • Saint Athanasius
  • saint tsar Boris
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May 02, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 02, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 1st and May 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 02, 1961 was Runaway by Del Shannon, according to the music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

May 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 1st and May 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Runaway
  2. - Mother-In-Law
  3. - I've Told Every Little Star
  4. - A Hundred Pounds Of Clay
  5. - Blue Moon

May 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 02, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

May 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 1st and May 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blue Moon
  2. - You're Driving Me Crazy
  3. - On The Rebound
  4. - Wooden Heart
  5. - More Than I Can Say / Staying In

May 02, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 02, 1961 was Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

May 02, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 1st and May 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Mother-In-Law
  2. - One Mint Julep
  3. - Blue Moon
  4. - Trust In Me
  5. - Hide Away

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May 02, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 02, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Parrish

Parrish

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Delmer Daves

Starring: Claudette Colbert, Troy Donahue, Karl Malden, Dean Jagger

Black Tights

Black Tights

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Terence Young

Starring: Maurice Chevalier, Les Ballets de Paris, Zizi Jeanmaire, Dirk Sanders

The Beast of Yucca Flats

The Beast of Yucca Flats

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Coleman Francis

Starring: Douglas Mellor, Barbara Francis, Bing Stafford, Larry Aten

Country: United States of America

Parrish

Parrish

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Delmer Daves

Starring: Claudette Colbert, Troy Donahue, Karl Malden, Dean Jagger

Yojimbo

Yojimbo

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Akira Kurosawa

Starring: Toshirô Mifune, Eijirô Tôno, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yôko Tsukasa

Country: United States of America

May 02, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 02, 1961 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Whispering Smith

Whispering Smith

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Leslie Fenton

Spotlight

Spotlight

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Rob Roy

Rob Roy

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones

Amelia

Amelia

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Mira Nair

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

May 02, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 02, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

When F.D.R. Died by Bernard Asbell

When F.D.R. Died

By:

This account details the events surrounding Franklin Delano Roosevelt's death on April 12, 1945. It also outlines the specific circumstances that occurred as the news reached the most concerned.

Decision At Delphi by Helen MacInnes

Decision At Delphi

By:

It was just another routine overseas assignment. This is what Ken Strang, a young architect from New York, thought when he was sent to Europe by a national travel magazine to draw the ruins of Greece.

Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

By:

The story of Gavin Maxwell and his life with otters off the west coast of Scotland was hailed as a masterpiece in 1960. It remains one of the most beloved books.

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall by Gayelord Hauser

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

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Mirror, Mirror On The Wall: A Call to Beauty by Gayelord Houser

The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone

The Agony and the Ecstasy

By:

Irving Stone's classic biographical novel about Michaelangelo - in which both the artist as well as the man are fully brought to life. This novel is a masterpiece in its own right. It portrays Michelangelo’s passionate, dangerous love life and …

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Who was the US President on May 02, 1961?

On May 02, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 02, 1961?

On May 02, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 02, 1961?

On May 02, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about May 2nd?

May 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of May. 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 May 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 north indian ocean cyclone season: evacuation of around 800,000 people is in progress as extremely serious cyclonic storm fani moves toward odisha (formerly orissa). it is expected to landfall friday with winds of more than 200 km/h (127mph).
  • 2018 - Basque conflict: the basque separatist group eta, which waged an insurgency versus spain between 1959-2011, announces its total dissolution.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: according the syrian observatory for human rights (syrian observatory for human rights), at least 38 people were killed in the attack by isil militants on a camp for displaced syrians and iraqi refugees located near al-shaddadah governorate, al-hasakah governorate.

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What happened in 1961?

1961 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Houston Oilers beat LA Chargers 24-16 in AFL championship game
  • Russia introduces a new ruble worth $1.11
  • Supremes signed with Motown Records

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What was the calendar for May 1961?

May 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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Tuesday May 2, 1961