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August 10, 1962 was the 222nd day of the year 1962, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 10, 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 August 10, 1962, who was born and died on August 10, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Breaking Up Is Hard To Do by Neil Sedaka), movies (e.g. Two Weeks in Another Town, directed by Vincente Minnelli), TV series (e.g. Personally Yours) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 10, 1962?
- August 10, 1962: What happened on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 10, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 10, 1962?
- August 10, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 10, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
- August 10, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 10, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 10, 1962?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1962?
- Who was the Pope on August 10, 1962?
What day of the week was August 10, 1962?
August 10, 1962 was a Friday and it was the 222nd day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 10, 1962 can also be written as 8/10/1962 in the US and as 10/8/1962 in UK and Europe.
August 10, 1962: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 10, 1962:
- Marvel comics publishes amazing fantasy#15, which features the first published appearance of the superhero character of spider-man, created by stan lee and steve ditko.
August 10, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th 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 10, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 10, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 10, 1962 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 03:32 pm and setting at 01:39 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1962.
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Who was born on August 10, 1962?
Famous people born on August 10, 1962:
- Suzzane Collins
Author of The Hunger Games series.
- Suzanne Collins (author)
Suzanne collins is an american author best known for writing the hunger games trilogy, which has gained worldwide acclaim and has been...
- Niccolas Berggruen
Niccolas Berggruen is a German-American businessman, investor, and philanthropist who founded the Berggruen Institute, a think tank focused...
- Julia Fordham
English singer-songwriter.
- Rickie Powell
American child actor who is a steady worker in film and television.
- Alan Muraoka
American actor and director.
- Dan Donovan
Rocker (bad).
- Jari Helle
- Tatjana Mlečenkova
- Zachary Hietala
- Michelangelo Rampulla
- Gregory Sun
- Hesham Yakan
- Fabio Camilli
- Gianpiero Bocci
- Thomas Brunner
Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:
![Mahesh Babu]()
Mahesh BabuMahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.
![Justin Theroux]()
Justin TherouxJustin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...
![Antonio Banderas]()
Antonio BanderasHe was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.
![Norma Shearer]()
Norma ShearerNorma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
![Rosanna Arquette]()
Rosanna ArquetteAmerican actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.
![Angie Harmon]()
Angie HarmonAngie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.
![Devon Aoki]()
Devon AokiDevon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.
![Eddie Fisher]()
Eddie FisherAmerican crooner from the 1950's.
![Rhonda Fleming]()
Rhonda FlemingAmerican actress.
![Diane Venora]()
Diane VenoraAmerican actress.
August 10, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 61 years 8 months old,
or 740 months and 16 days old,
or 3220 weeks
or 22540 days old,
if you were born on August 10, 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 August 10, 1962?
There are 106 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 1962?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 10, 1962.
August 10, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 10, 1962:
- Vane Everett
Known for his work on stellar spectroscopy.
- Ted Husing
Nyc, new york -- sportscaster (monday night fights).
- Maximilien Sorre
What famous deaths happened on August 10th?
Famous deaths on August 10th:
![Isaac Hayes]()
Isaac HayesAmerican singer, composer and black performer.
![Raquel Torres]()
Raquel TorresRaquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.
![Dick Foran]()
Dick ForanFlemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).
![Rex Cherryman]()
Rex CherrymanAmerican actor (born 1897).
- Laylin Olsen
Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.
- Zema Williams
Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.
- Sayeed Abubakar
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Alleta Jacobs
Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.
- Lysbeth de Vos
Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
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August 10, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 10, 1962:
- Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
- Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
- Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
- St. Deusdedit
- Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
- St. Blaan
August 10, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 10, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 6th and August 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 10, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 1962 was Breaking Up Is Hard To Do by Neil Sedaka, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 10, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Neil Sedaka - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
- Bobby Vinton - Roses Are Red (My Love)
- The Orlons - The Wah-Watusi
- Little Eva - The Loco-Motion
- Ray Stevens - Ahab, The Arab
August 10, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 1962 was I Remember You by Frank Ifield, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 10, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frank Ifield - I Remember You
- Pat Boone - Speedy Gonzales
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- Bobby Darin - Things
- The Shadows - Guitar Tango
August 10, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 1962 was You'll Lose A Good Thing by Barbara Lynn, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 10, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Barbara Lynn - You'll Lose A Good Thing
- Sam Cooke - Bring It On Home To Me
- The Isley Brothers - Twist And Shout
- Claudine Clark - Party Lights
- The Orlons - The Wah Watusi
August 10, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 10, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Two Weeks in Another Town
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Vincente Minnelli
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Edward G. Robinson, Cyd Charisse, George Hamilton
Kid Galahad
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Phil Karlson
Starring: Elvis Presley, Gig Young, Lola Albright, Joan Blackman
Country: United States of America
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Ishirô Honda
Starring: Tadao Takashima, Kenji Sahara, Yû Fujiki, Ichirô Arishima
Country: United States of America
The Girl on the Boat
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Henry Kaplan
Starring: Norman Wisdom, Millicent Martin, Richard Briers, Sheila Hancock
Zotz!
Release year: 1962
Directed by: William Castle
Starring: Tom Poston, Julia Meade, Jim Backus, Fred Clark
Country: United States of America
August 10, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 10, 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:
Personally Yours
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Jeffrey Reiner
The Franchise Affair
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Leonard Lewis
August 10, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 10, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Travels With Charley
By: John Steinbeck
A personal journey through America as told by one its most loved writers. To hear the speech and smell the grass and trees, and to see the sights,
My Life In Court
By: Louis Nizer
2012 Reprint of 1961 Edition. This is an exact facsimile, and not reproduced using optical recognition software. This title recounts Nizer's significant civil and criminal accomplishments.
Sex And The Single Girl
By: Helen Gurley Brown
1962, 1ST EDITION, 5TH PRINTING BEARRNARAD GEIS ASSOCIATES HARDCOVER WITH ORIGINAL 4.95 PRICE D.J CLEAN PAGES...TIGHT SPINE...CLEAN
August 10, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 10, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Spacewar!
Who was the US President on August 10, 1962?
On August 10, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1962?
On August 10, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 10, 1962?
On August 10, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 10th?
August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
- 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
- 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.
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 August 1962?
August 1962 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.
