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August 05, 1961 was the 217th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 05, 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 August 05, 1961, who was born and died on August 05, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 05, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis), movies (e.g. Pit and the Pendulum, directed by Roger Corman), TV series (e.g. Merry-Go-Round) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 5th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 05, 1961?
- August 05, 1961: What happened on that day?
- August 05, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 05, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 05, 1961?
- August 05, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 05, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- August 05, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 05, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- August 05, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 05, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 05, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 05, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on August 05, 1961?
What day of the week was August 05, 1961?
August 05, 1961 was a Saturday and it was the 217th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 05, 1961 can also be written as 8/5/1961 in the US and as 5/8/1961 in UK and Europe.
August 05, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 05, 1961:
- Chicago bears (nfl) beat montreal alouettes (canadian football league) 34-16 in montreal, quebec, canada.
- 118 degrees f (48 degrees c), ice harbor dam, washington (state record).
August 05, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 05, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 5th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 05, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 05, 1961 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 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 August 05, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 01:15 am and setting at 04:35 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 27, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1961.
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Who was born on August 05, 1961?
Famous people born on August 05, 1961:
![Janet McTeer]()
Janet McTeerJanet McTeer is a talented actress known for her performances in 'Tumbleweeds' and 'Albert Nobbs.
![Tawny Kitaen]()
Tawny KitaenTawny kitaen was an american actress known for her roles in movies like 'bachelor party' and for appearing in several music videos for the...
- Matthew Dowd
Matthew Dowd is an American political strategist and commentator who has worked for both Republican and Democratic candidates.
- Mercedes Araoz
Mercedes Araoz is a Peruvian politician who served as the Vice President of Peru from 2016 to 2018.
- Tim Wilson
American comedian, singer-songwriter, and guitarist (d. 2014).
- Athula Samarasekera
Coach and cricketer from sri lanka.
- April Kent
American professional astrologer.
- Roly Keating
English businessman.
- Lauren Tom
Actress.
- Barack Obama
President.
- Mark O'Connor
American composer and violinist.
- Maria Cristina Ponteprimo
- Pat Tanaka
- Henri Stambouli
- Colin Bell
- Lance Berwald
- Dario Bonetti
Whose famous birthday is on August 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 5th:
![Genelia D'Souza]()
Genelia D'SouzaGenelia d'souza is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her roles in popular movies such as 'jaane tu.
![DeRay Davis]()
DeRay DavisDeRay Davis is an American comedian and actor known for his roles in films such as 21 Bridges and Semi-Pro.
![Loni Anderson]()
Loni AndersonAmerican actress.
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Maureen McCormick]()
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormick is an American actress best known for her role as Marcia Brady on the television series 'The Brady Bunch.
![Mark Strong]()
Mark StrongMark strong is a british actor known for his roles in films such as kingsman, sherlock holmes, and tinker tailor soldier spy.
![John Saxon]()
John SaxonAmerican actor.
![Jesse Williams]()
Jesse WilliamsJesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Kara Tointon]()
Kara TointonBritish actress recognized for her work on stage and screen.
![Jonathan Silverman]()
Jonathan SilvermanAmerican producer and actor.
August 05, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 8 months old,
or 752 months and 22 days old,
or 3273 weeks
or 22911 days old,
if you were born on August 05, 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 August 05, 1961?
There are 100 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 05, 1961.
August 05, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 05, 1961:
- Eva JC Beck
Actress (elckerlyc resurrection), is killed at 63.
- Sidney Holland
Lieutenant and politician from new zealand, 25th prime minister for new zealand (d. 1961).
What famous deaths happened on August 5th?
Famous deaths on August 5th:
![Marilyn Monroe]()
Marilyn MonroeAmerican actress, singer, model and actress.
![Richard Burton]()
Richard BurtonBrilliant and famous welsh actor.
![Alec Guinness]()
Alec GuinnessBritish actor, born in the 1930s.
![Carmen Miranda]()
Carmen MirandaPortuguese-american actress, known as "the brazilian bombshell", is flamboyant and a magnet for people.
![Judy Canova]()
Judy CanovaAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1913).
![Queenie Smith]()
Queenie SmithActress/dancer (funny side), passes away at the age of 79.
![Charles Carson]()
Charles CarsonActor, "cry the beloved land", dies at 87.
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August 05, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 05, 1961:
- St. Memmius
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Oswald
- St. Afra and her companions
- Burkina Faso - Independence Day
- Croatia - Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day
August 05, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 05, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 31st and August 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 05, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1961 was Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 05, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 05, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
- Chris Kenner - I Like It Like That, Part 1
- Brook Benton - The Boll Weevil Song
- Brenda Lee - Dum Dum
- Del Shannon - Hats Off To Larry
August 05, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1961 was You Don't Know by Helen Shapiro, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 05, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 05, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Helen Shapiro - You Don't Know
- Eden Kane - Well I Ask You
- John Leyton - Johnny Remember Me
- Petula Clark - Romeo
- Billy Fury - Halfway To Paradise
August 05, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1961 was Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.
August 05, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 05, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 31st and August 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
- Brook Benton - The Boll Weevil Song
- Chris Kenner - I Like It Like That, Part 1
- Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - The Switch-A-Roo
- Pips - Every Beat Of My Heart
August 05, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 05, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Pit and the Pendulum
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Roger Corman
Starring: Vincent Price, Barbara Steele, John Kerr, Luana Anders
Country: United States of America
Come September
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Robert Mulligan
Starring: Rock Hudson, Gina Lollobrigida, Sandra Dee, Bobby Darin
Country: United States of America
The Frightened City
Release year: 1961
Directed by: John Lemont
Starring: Herbert Lom, Sean Connery, John Gregson, Alfred Marks
Chaudhvin Ka Chand
Release year: 1961
Directed by: M. Sadiq
Starring: Waheeda Rehman, Guru Dutt, Rehman, Minoo Mumtaz
Tammy Tell Me True
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Harry Keller
Starring: Sandra Dee, John Gavin, Charles Drake, Virginia Grey
August 05, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 05, 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:
Merry-Go-Round
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Rupert Julian
Beat the Odds
Release year: 1961
The Younger Generation
Release year: 1961
St. Pauli - Landungsbrücken
Release year: 1961
Whispering Smith
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Leslie Fenton
August 05, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 05, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Journey To Matecumbe
By: Robert Lewis Taylor
WITH ILLUSTRATIONS by JOSEPH PAPIN This book tells the story of an adventure that takes place from the Mississippi River to the Florida Keys.
Russia And The West Under Lenin And Stalin
By: George F. Kennan
George F. Kennan – Russia and the West under Lenin, Stalin Rossiia i Zapad pri Lenine i Staline Na Angliiskom Iazyke Publisher: . Year: 1962.
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
By: Gayelord Hauser
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall: A Call to Beauty by Gayelord Houser
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.
The Winter Of Our Discontent
By: John Steinbeck
The last novel of one America's most loved writers--a story of degeneration and corruption as well as a spiritual crisis. In awarding John Steinbeck 1962 Nobel Prize in Literature, it was stated by the Nobel committee that
Who was the US President on August 05, 1961?
On August 05, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1961?
On August 05, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 05, 1961?
On August 05, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 5th?
August 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of August. 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 August 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Three czech soldiers are killed by a taliban suicide bomber in afghanistan during the war in afghanistan (2001 to present). the bombing also leaves two u.s. soldiers and two afghan soldiers with serious injuries.
- 2017 - 2017 v-22 osprey accident: three marine corps members are missing following a mv-22 osprey collision off the coast of queensland, australia. twenty-three of the 26 people aboard have been rescued. (ap),
- 2016 - 2016 assam attacks: gunmen open fire on a assam market, india. 13 people are killed and 18 are injured.
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 August 1961?
August 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
