Thursday January 04, 1962: on this day

January 04, 1962 was the 4th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is January 04, 1962 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 04, 1962, who was born and died on January 04, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 04, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Lion Sleeps Tonight by The Tokens), movies (e.g. Through a Glass Darkly, directed by Ingmar Bergman), TV series (e.g. Bonsoir) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 4th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 04, 1962?


January 04, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 4th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 04, 1962 can also be written as 1/4/1962 in the US and as 4/1/1962 in UK and Europe.

January 04, 1962 in January 1962 calendar

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January 04, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 04, 1962:

  • 1st automated (unmanned) subway train
  • New york city introduces the first automated subway train that operates without a crew on-board.

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January 04, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 4th 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 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 04, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 04, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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

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Discover the planets positions on January 4th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 04, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 04, 1962 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 04, 1962 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 04, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:07 am and setting at 04:10 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 22, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1962.

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Who was born on January 04, 1962?


Famous people born on January 04, 1962:

  • Patrick Cassidy
    Patrick Cassidy

    American actor, jack cassidy's son is a well-known family member.

  • Harlan Coben

    Bestselling American author known for his thriller novels.

  • Peter Steele

    Peter steele was the bassist and lead singer of type o negative's gothic metal band.

  • Robin Guthrie

    Scottish singer, bass player, guitarist, keyboard, and drummer for the group, "cocteau twins," one of its founding members since november...

  • Kiran More

    Former Indian wicketkeeper known for his acrobatic skills behind the stumps.

  • Joe Kleine

    American basketball coach and player.

  • Natalya Bochina

    Russian sprinter.

  • Patrick Cassidy in Los Angeles

    California, usa; actor/composer ("fever pitch", off the wall).

  • Martin McAloon

    Rocker (prefab sprout-2 good).

  • André Rouvoet

    Dutch politician and educator, deputy prime minister of the netherlands.

  • Joe Kleine NBA center (Phoenix Suns

    Chicago bulls).

  • Laila Eloui

    Egyptian actress.

  • Joe Kleine (basketball)
  • Maricica Țăran
  • Michael France

Whose famous birthday is on January 4th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 4th:

  • Vhong Navarro
    Vhong Navarro

    Vhong navarro is a filipino dancer, actor, and comedian known for his work in the philippine entertainment industry.

  • Robert Lamoureux
    Robert Lamoureux

    French actor, film director, author, and songwriter.

  • Dyan Cannon
    Dyan Cannon

    American actress on broadway, tv and films.

  • Harmony Korine
    Harmony Korine

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Dave Foley
    Dave Foley

    Dave Foley is a Canadian actor and comedian, known for his work on the TV show 'The Kids in the Hall'.

  • Barbara Rush
    Barbara Rush

    American actress.

  • Matt Frewer
    Matt Frewer

    American-canadian actor.

  • Arthur Conley
    Arthur Conley

    American singer-songwriter (d.2003).

  • Graham McTavish
    Graham McTavish

    Scottish actor and author.

  • Lenora Crichlow
    Lenora Crichlow

    Lenora Crichlow is a British actress best known for her roles in television series such as 'Being Human' and 'Black Mirror.

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January 04, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 2 months old,

or 746 months and 25 days old,

or 3247 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22730 days old,

if you were born on January 04, 1962.

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 04, 1962?

There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 4th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 04, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 04, 1962.

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January 04, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 04, 1962:

  • Hans Lammers

    German politician and judge (d. 1962).

  • Paul Guillaume
  • Johanna Terwin
  • Joop Campioni

What famous deaths happened on January 4th?

Famous deaths on January 4th:

  • Albert Camus
    Albert Camus

    French essayist, novelist, and dramatist.

  • David Soul
    David Soul

    American actor, and a star of the tv series starsky and hutch.

  • Glynis Johns
    Glynis Johns

    Glynis Johns is a British actress known for her roles in Mary Poppins and The Court Jester.

  • Christopher Isherwood
    Christopher Isherwood

    British-american essayist, screenwriter, playwright, and novelist.

  • Tanya Roberts
    Tanya Roberts

    Tanya roberts was an american actress best known for her roles in the tv series charlie's angels and that '70s show, as well as the james...

  • Otis Skinner
    Otis Skinner

    American playwright and actor known for his contributions to the theater.

  • Mae Questel
    Mae Questel

    American actress and vocal artist (d. 1998).

  • Les Brown
    Les Brown

    American saxophonist, composer, and bandleader (d. 2001).

  • Dorothy Granger
    Dorothy Granger

    Actress in the usa, hog wild, dentist, dies around 80.

  • Barry Fitzgerald
    Barry Fitzgerald

    Irish actor and singer (d. 1961).

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January 04, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 04, 1962:

  • Spaghetti Day
  • Ogoni Day
  • The eleventh night and tenth day of Christmas in Western Christianity
  • Feast day of St Elizabeth Ann Seton
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January 04, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 04, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 1st and January 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 04, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 04, 1962 was The Lion Sleeps Tonight by The Tokens, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

January 04, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 04, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Lion Sleeps Tonight
  2. - The Twist
  3. - Run To Him
  4. - Peppermint Twist - Part 1
  5. - Can't Help Falling In Love

January 04, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 04, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

January 04, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 04, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Young Ones
  2. - Return To Sender
  3. - Stranger On The Shore
  4. - Lovesick Blues
  5. - The Next Time / Bachelor Boy

January 04, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 04, 1962 was Unchain My Heart by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

January 04, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 04, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Unchain My Heart
  2. - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)
  3. - Please Mr. Postman
  4. - Turn On Your Love Light
  5. - The Twist

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January 04, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 04, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Through a Glass Darkly

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

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

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

Mr. Sardonicus

Release year: 1961

Directed by: William Castle

Starring: Ronald Lewis, Audrey Dalton, Guy Rolfe, Oskar Homolka

West Side Story

West Side Story

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise

Starring: Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn

Country: United States of America

January 04, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 04, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Bonsoir

Bonsoir

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jean-Pierre Mocky

La grande farandole

La grande farandole

Release year: 1961

Les coulisses de l'exploit

Les coulisses de l'exploit

Release year: 1961

Steptoe and Son

Steptoe and Son

Release year: 1961

Starring: Wilfrid Brambell, Harry H. Corbett

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diver Dan

Diver Dan

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Various

January 04, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 04, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Chairman Of The Bored by Edward Streeter

Chairman Of The Bored

By:

First edition printed by Harper in 1961; pages tight and clean, some yellowing, 274 Pages.

Russia And The West Under Lenin And Stalin by George F. Kennan

Russia And The West Under Lenin And Stalin

By:

George F. Kennan – Russia and the West under Lenin, Stalin Rossiia i Zapad pri Lenine i Staline Na Angliiskom Iazyke Publisher: . Year: 1962.

Dearly Beloved by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Dearly Beloved

By:

Anne Morrow Lindbergh's bestseller, Dearly Beloved, is set in June. This is a wonderful moment when the "gathered together", not only look at this couple, but also their lives, hopes and fears.

Fail-Safe by Eugene Burdick and Harvey Wheeler

Fail-Safe

By:

Something is wrong. An American group of bombers equipped with nuclear weapons are moving beyond the fail-safe line, beyond recall, and nobody knows why.

A Nation Of Sheep by William J. Lederer

A Nation Of Sheep

By:

Nation Of Sheep A, William J. Lederer

January 04, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 04, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Spacewar!

Spacewar!

Platform: PDP-1

Genre: Space combat simulation

history

Who was the US President on January 04, 1962?

On January 04, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 04, 1962?

On January 04, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 04, 1962?

On January 04, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about January 4th?

January 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th 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 4th, such as:

  • 2019 - The united states central command announced that jamal ahmad mohammad al badawi was killed in an airstrike by the united states in ma'rib governorate. he is suspected to be responsible for the 2000 uss cole explosion that resulted in 17 american sailors being killed.
  • 2018 - Afghanistan war: at least 20 people are killed and 27 more injured in a suicide bomber attack that occurred near security officers investigating illegal drug and alcohol deals in kabul, afghanistan. the attack is claimed by the islamic state.
  • 2017 - 2017 brooklyn train crash: a commuter train on the long island rail road collided with a train in brooklyn during rush hour, new york. it left 103 people injured.

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What happened in 1962?

1962 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
  • 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
  • Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome

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What was the calendar for January 1962?

January 1962 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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Thursday January 4, 1962