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June 08, 1961 was the 159th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is June 08, 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 June 08, 1961, who was born and died on June 08, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 08, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Running Scared by Roy Orbison), movies (e.g. The Colossus of Rhodes, directed by Sergio Leone), TV series (e.g. St. Pauli - Landungsbrücken) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 8th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 08, 1961?
- June 08, 1961: What happened on that day?
- June 08, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 08, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 08, 1961?
- June 08, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 08, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- June 08, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 08, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- June 08, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 08, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 08, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 08, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 08, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on June 08, 1961?
What day of the week was June 08, 1961?
June 08, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 159th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 08, 1961 can also be written as 6/8/1961 in the US and as 8/6/1961 in UK and Europe.
June 08, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 08, 1961:
- English prince edward, duke of kent, weds katharine worsley
- Milwaukee sets record of 4 consecutive hrs
- Marriage of prince edward, duke of kent to katharine worsley at york minster.
June 08, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 8th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 08, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 08, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 8th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 08, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 08, 1961 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 08, 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 June 08, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 02:49 am and setting at 04:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1961.
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Who was born on June 08, 1961?
Famous people born on June 08, 1961:
- Kurt Snyder
Kurt Snyder was an American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League.
- Mary Bonauto
American lawyer and gay rights activist.
- Kym Whitley
Actress.
- Kevin Gross
Downey (california) -- pitcher (texas rangers).
- Tatanka
American wrestler.
- Uno Laur
Estonian singer.
- Ursula Buchfellner
Munich, germany -- playmate (oct 1979) / actress (bloodline).
- Mary King
Equestrian.
- Juan Carlos Osorio
Whose famous birthday is on June 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 8th:
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Mamoru MiyanoMamoru Miyano is a popular Japanese voice actor known for his roles in anime series such as 'Death Note', 'Free!', and 'Ouran High School...
![Julianna Margulies]()
Julianna MarguliesJulianna Margulies is an American actress known for her roles in popular television series such as 'ER' and 'The Good Wife'.
![Dimple Kapadia]()
Dimple KapadiaDimple kapadia is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films, including her debut in the acclaimed film 'bobby'.
![Shilpa Shetty]()
Shilpa ShettyShilpa shetty is an indian actress known for her work in hindi films and for winning the british reality television series celebrity big...
![Joan Rivers]()
Joan RiversAmerican comedian, considered by many to be one of the most funny women on the planet.
![Nancy Sinatra]()
Nancy SinatraAmerican singer and author, she is the eldest child of frank sinatra, her famous crooner father, and nancy sinatra, his wife.
![Marguerite Yourcenar]()
Marguerite YourcenarBelgian writer and classical scholar, she was also the first woman to join l' academie francaise.
![Lauren Gottlieb]()
Lauren GottliebLauren gottlieb is a professional dancer known for her appearances on the reality tv show 'so you think you can dance' and her roles in...
![Torrey DeVitto]()
Torrey DeVittoTorrey devitto is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as pretty little liars and chicago med.
![Maria Menounos]()
Maria MenounosAmerican television personality, entertainment tonight correspondent, got her start in journalism as a reporter at channel one news.
June 08, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 10 months old,
or 754 months and 8 days old,
or 3279 weeks and 5 days old,
or 22958 days old,
if you were born on June 08, 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 June 08, 1961?
There are 53 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 08, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 08, 1961.
June 08, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on June 8th?
Famous deaths on June 8th:
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Eunice GaysonEunice Gayson was an English actress known for being the first Bond girl in the James Bond films.
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Bertice ReadingDutch actress moon in the gutter.
- Andrew Jackson
7th President of the United States known for his role in the Battle of New Orleans and the Indian Removal Act.
- Anthony Bourdain
Renowned chef, author, and television personality who hosted the travel and food shows 'Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations' and 'Parts...
- Cloria Bourdain
Cloria Bourdain was an American journalist, author, and television personality who was known for her work in food and travel journalism.
- Donaldson Baxter
Contributed significantly to the field of condensed matter physics.
- Bubber Miley
Legendary baseball pitcher known for his exceptional curveball.
- Daysie Bray
Renowned biologist known for her work on plant genetics.
June 08, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 08, 1961:
- World Ocean Day.
- Trojecia, virgin (at Rodez)
- Roman Empire - second day of the Vestalia in honor of Vesta.
- Blessed Chlodulph, bishop of Metz
- Blessed Gildard, bishop of Rouen, confessor
- Blessed Maximinus, bishop of Aix en Provence
- Blessed William, bishop of York, confessor
- Blessed Syra of Ireland, virgin
- Syria, virgin (at Troyes)
Saints celebrated on June 08, 1961:
- Saint Sabinianus, abbot, confessor [GTZ: Puy]
- Saint Audomar, bishop of ThTrouanne, confessor (Translation day)
- Saint Elphege, bishop, martyr (Translation day)
- Saint Marius, hermit [GTZ: Clermont]
- saint Medard, bishop of Noyon, confessor [common]
June 08, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 08, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 5th and June 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 08, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 08, 1961 was Running Scared by Roy Orbison, according to the music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.
June 08, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 08, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 5th and June 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roy Orbison - Running Scared
- Ricky Nelson - Travelin' Man
- Shep and the Limelites - Daddy's Home
- The Shirelles - Mama Said
- Elvis Presley - I Feel So Bad
June 08, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 08, 1961 was Surrender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.
June 08, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 08, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 5th and June 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - Surrender
- Del Shannon - Runaway
- The Shadows - Frightened City
- Clarence 'Frogman' Henry - But I Do
- Bobby Vee - More Than I Can Say / Staying In
June 08, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 08, 1961 was Stand By Me by Ben E. King, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.
June 08, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 08, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 5th and June 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ben E. King - Stand By Me
- Pips - Every Beat Of My Heart
- Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
- Dee Clark - Raindrops
- The Shirelles - Mama Said
June 08, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 08, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Colossus of Rhodes
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Sergio Leone
Starring: Rory Calhoun, Lea Massari, Georges Marchal, Conrado San Martín
By Love Possessed
Release year: 1961
Directed by: John Sturges
Starring: Lana Turner, Jason Robards, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., George Hamilton
The Last Sunset
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Rock Hudson, Kirk Douglas, Dorothy Malone, Joseph Cotten
Country: United States of America
Misty
Release year: 1961
Directed by: James B. Clark
Starring: David Ladd, Arthur O'Connell, Pam Smith, Anne Seymour
Wild in the Country
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Philip Dunne
Starring: Elvis Presley, Hope Lange, Tuesday Weld, Millie Perkins
June 08, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 08, 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:
St. Pauli - Landungsbrücken
Release year: 1961
Whispering Smith
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Leslie Fenton
Spotlight
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Tom McCarthy
Rob Roy
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones
Amelia
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Mira Nair
June 08, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 08, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Fate Is The Hunter
By: Ernest K. Gann
Ernest K. Gann's classic memoir gives an intimate and exciting account of the turbulent early days of commercial aviation. Gann takes you into the cockpit and recounts it in his unique style.
Life With Women And How To Survive It
By: Joseph H. Peck
How to live with women and how you can survive it
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.
The Incredible Journey
By: Sheila Burnford
Their instincts told them to go west. So the Labrador retriever, the bull terrier, and the Siamese, a young Labrador retriever set off through Canada.
Who was the US President on June 08, 1961?
On June 08, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 08, 1961?
On June 08, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 08, 1961?
On June 08, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about June 8th?
June 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of June. 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 June 8th, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war, northwestern syria offensive. abdul baset al-sarout is a jaysh al-izza commander and the "singer" of the revolution. he was also the former goalkeeper for syria's national football team.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests israeli troops use tear gas and live rounds to kill four civilians and injure over 600 others.
- 2017 - 2017 north korean missile test: north korea tests several missiles that are believed to be anti-ship weapon missiles. this test occurs immediately after south korea has suspended further deployments of the thaad antimissile system.
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 June 1961?
June 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
