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October 03, 1961 was the 276th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is October 03, 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 October 03, 1961, who was born and died on October 03, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 03, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee), movies (e.g. Through a Glass Darkly, directed by Ingmar Bergman), TV series (e.g. The Dick Van Dyke Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 3rd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 03, 1961?
- October 03, 1961: What happened on that day?
- October 03, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 03, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 03, 1961?
- October 03, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 03, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- October 03, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- October 03, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 03, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 03, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 03, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 03, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on October 03, 1961?
What day of the week was October 03, 1961?
October 03, 1961 was a Tuesday and it was the 276th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 03, 1961 can also be written as 10/3/1961 in the US and as 3/10/1961 in UK and Europe.
October 03, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 03, 1961:
- Dick van dyke show premieres on cbs-tv
- Mr ed premieres
- Sail away opens at broadhurst theater nyc for 167 performances
- Kmed (now ktvl) tv channel 10 in medford, or (cbs) begins broadcasting
October 03, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 3rd is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 03, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 03, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 3rd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 03, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 03, 1961 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 03, 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 October 03, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 01:00 am and setting at 04:12 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Oct 23, 1961.
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Who was born on October 03, 1961?
Famous people born on October 03, 1961:
- Dean Lawrence (actor)
English actor.
- Ludger Stühlmeyer
German musicologist and composer of cantors.
- Rebecca Stephens
First british woman to summit mount everest.
- Didier Begi
French homicide victim who murdered his mistress because of jealousy 12/21/1984.
- Maxx Payne
American actor and wrestler.
- Mario Primorac
- Vittorio Colao
- Peter Thibeaux
- Giancarlo Marinelli
- Marcus Giamatti
- Karin Thomas
- Ginés Ramón García Beltrán
- Tommy Karls
- Michael Phelps
Whose famous birthday is on October 3rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 3rd:
![Groucho Marx]()
Groucho MarxGroucho marx was a legendary comedian known for his quick wit, distinctive mustache, and cigar.
![Lena Headey]()
Lena HeadeyLena headey is a british actress best known for her role as cersei lannister in the popular tv series game of thrones.
![Chubby Checker]()
Chubby CheckerChubby checker is an american singer-songwriter best known for popularizing the dance style 'the twist' with his hit song of the same name.
![Bud Abbott]()
Bud AbbottBud abbott was an american comedian and actor, best known as the straight man of the comedy duo abbott and costello.
![Shannyn Sossamon]()
Shannyn SossamonAmerican actress, dancer, and musician.
![Clémence Poésy]()
Clémence PoésyFrench actress well-known for her role as fleur delacour in harry potter films.
![Neve Campbell]()
Neve CampbellNeve campbell is a canadian actress known for her role as sidney prescott in the scream film series.
![Ruggero Raimondi]()
Ruggero RaimondiRuggero raimondi is an italian singer and actor known for his powerful bass voice and acclaimed performances in opera productions worldwide.
![Gore Vidal]()
Gore VidalAmerican playwright, critic and novelist.
![Carmen Russo]()
Carmen RussoGenoa, italy -- miss teenage italy (1972).
October 03, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 6 months old,
or 750 months and 22 days old,
or 3264 weeks and 2 days old,
or 22850 days old,
if you were born on October 03, 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 October 03, 1961?
There are 161 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 3rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 03, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 03, 1961.
October 03, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 03, 1961:
- Hans-Bodo von Alvensleben-Neugattersleben
- Martin Hinton
What famous deaths happened on October 3rd?
Famous deaths on October 3rd:
![Janet Leigh]()
Janet LeighAmerican actress and author, leigh is best known for her scene in the shower in psycho in 1960.
![Roddy McDowall]()
Roddy McDowallBritish child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940.
![Ronnie Barker]()
Ronnie BarkerBritish comedian and actor, who is a bit overweight, was a co-star in "the two ronnies," a british television sitcom.
![Bruce Paltrow]()
Bruce PaltrowAmerican film and television producer (born 1943).
![Zachary Scott]()
Zachary ScottAmerican actor (b. 1914).
![Charles Collingwood]()
Charles CollingwoodAt 68, newscaster (chronicles) dies.
- Macil Guthrie
Macil Guthrie was a Canadian folk singer and guitarist who played a significant role in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s.
- Dub Taylor
Renowned American character actor known for his work in Western films.
- Sayward Bowen
Canadian politician known for her advocacy for women's rights and education.
- Jarl Kulle
Renowned Swedish actor known for his versatile performances.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 3rd
October 03, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 03, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 2nd and October 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 03, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 03, 1961 was Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 03, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 03, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Vee - Take Good Care Of My Baby
- Dick and DeeDee - The Mountain's High
- Roy Orbison - Crying
- Ray Charles - Hit The Road Jack
- Elvis Presley - Little Sister
October 03, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 03, 1961 was Walking Back To Happiness by Helen Shapiro, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 03, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 03, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Helen Shapiro - Walking Back To Happiness
- The Highwaymen - Michael
- The Shadows - Kon-Tiki
- Billy Fury - Jealousy
- John Leyton - Wild Wind
October 03, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 03, 1961 was Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.
October 03, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 03, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Charles and his Orchestra - Hit The Road Jack
- Ike & Tina Turner - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
- Bobby Bland - Don't Cry No More
- Lee Dorsey - Ya Ya
- The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra - My True Story
October 03, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 03, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Through a Glass Darkly
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Ingmar Bergman
Starring: Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Björnstrand, Max von Sydow, Lars Passgård
Country: United States of America
Splendor in the Grass
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Elia Kazan
Starring: Natalie Wood, Warren Beatty, Pat Hingle, Audrey Christie
Country: United States of America
King of Kings
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Nicholas Ray
Starring: Jeffrey Hunter, Siobhan McKenna, Hurd Hatfield, Ron Randell
Country: United States of America
Mr. Sardonicus
Release year: 1961
Directed by: William Castle
Starring: Ronald Lewis, Audrey Dalton, Guy Rolfe, Oskar Homolka
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Blake Edwards
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard, Patricia Neal, Buddy Ebsen
Country: United States of America
October 03, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 03, 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:
The Dick Van Dyke Show
Release year: 1961
Written by: Carl Reiner
Starring: Dick Van Dyke, Rose Marie, Morey Amsterdam, Larry Mathews
Country: United States of America
Top Cat
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Alberto Mar
Country: United States of America
Father of the Bride
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Gary Alazraki
Car 54, Where Are You?
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Bill Fishman
Hamlet
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Michael Almereyda
October 03, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 03, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Age Of Reason Begins
By: Will and Ariel Durant
This article examines the religious strife in Europe and the scientific progress made between 1558 and 1650.
The Spanish Civil War
By: Hugh Thomas
Hugh Thomas's The Spanish Civil War is a masterpiece of historian's art. It remains one of the most fascinating and compelling narratives about one of the most iconic and misunderstood conflicts of the 20th century.
A Matter Of Life And Death
By: Virgilia Peterson
Moderator of the 1956 TV Show "The Author Meets The Critics" as well as a well-known book critic. Her honest and searching autobiography.
The Edge Of Sadness
By: Edwin O'Connor
"A realistic Christian novel that offers hope in a nonChristian age New England Quarterly" A deeply felt and beautifully expressed work. .
The Making Of The President 1960
By: Theodore H. White
The most famous political story ever told is the epic clash between John F. Kennedy & Richard M. Nixon. This was captured in Theodore White's groundbreaking chronicle The Making of the President 1960.
Who was the US President on October 03, 1961?
On October 03, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 03, 1961?
On October 03, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 03, 1961?
On October 03, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about October 3rd?
October 3rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 3rd day of the month of October. 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 October 3rd, such as:
- 2018 - Toys "r" us lenders have cancelled the bankruptcy auction of the brand name and other intellectual properties and instead plan on reviving the babies "r" us and toys "r" us brands.
- 2017 - Isil releases video footage showing two alleged russian soldiers captured in the syrian civil war. russia, however, denies these claims.
- 2016 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the taliban launch an offensive into kunduz, which they briefly captured last summer. (nine entertainment company now). a bomb in kabul kills one and injures two.
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 October 1961?
October 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
