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Wednesday October 12, 1966: on this day
October 12, 1966 was the 285th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 12, 1966 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 12, 1966, who was born and died on October 12, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Reach Out I'll Be There by Four Tops), movies (e.g. Persona, directed by Ingmar Bergman), TV series (e.g. Leo The Lion) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 12th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 12, 1966?
- October 12, 1966: What happened on that day?
- October 12, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 12, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 12, 1966?
- October 12, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 12, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- October 12, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 12, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- October 12, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 12, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 12, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 12, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on October 12, 1966?
What day of the week was October 12, 1966?
October 12, 1966 was a Wednesday and it was the 285th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 12, 1966 can also be written as 10/12/1966 in the US and as 12/10/1966 in UK and Europe.
October 12, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 12, 1966:
- Jimi henrix experience fors with noel redding and mitch mitchell
October 12, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th 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 12, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 12, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 12, 1966 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 12, 1966 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 12, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:54 am and setting at 06:18 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 29, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 1966.
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Who was born on October 12, 1966?
Famous people born on October 12, 1966:
![Jonathan Crombie]()
Jonathan CrombieCanadian-american screenwriter and actor (d. 2015).
- Brenda Romero
Renowned for her contributions to the video game industry.
- Brian Kennedy
Northern irish singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Wim Jonk
Dutch soccer star (ajax).
- Luke Perry
Actor.
- Shawn Ryan
Writer.
- Néstor Sensini
- Bruno Kongaouin
- Rhona Martin
- Antonio Ricci
- Brian Stemmle
- Dario Buzzolan
- Christian Due-Boje
- Rupert Gregson-Williams
- Claudio Grimaudo
Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:
![Hugh Jackman]()
Hugh JackmanAustralian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.
![Josh Hutcherson]()
Josh HutchersonJosh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.
![Young Jeezy]()
Young JeezyYoung jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...
![Brigitte Lahaie]()
Brigitte LahaieFrench radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.
![Akshara Haasan]()
Akshara HaasanIndian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.
![Luciano Pavarotti]()
Luciano PavarottiHe is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.
![Doona Bae]()
Doona BaeDoona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.
![Tyler Blackburn]()
Tyler BlackburnTyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.
![Kirk Cameron]()
Kirk CameronAmerican actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.
![Susan Anton]()
Susan AntonAmerican actress, singer and dancer.
October 12, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 57 years 6 months old,
or 690 months and 14 days old,
or 3002 weeks and 2 days old,
or 21016 days old,
if you were born on October 12, 1966.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 12, 1966?
There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 12, 1966.
October 12, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 12, 1966:
- Clarence Ott
Clarence Ott was a pioneering agricultural entrepreneur who made significant contributions to farming practices.
- Arthur Vincent Lourie
Composer dies at 74.
- Stève Passeur
What famous deaths happened on October 12th?
Famous deaths on October 12th:
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Sonja Henie]()
Sonja HenieThe norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.
![Joan Leslie]()
Joan LeslieAmerican actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).
![Sheila Florance]()
Sheila FloranceAustralian actress in television and film (born 1916).
![Leon Ames]()
Leon AmesActor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.
![Conchata Ferrell]()
Conchata FerrellAmerican actress (d. 2020).
![Nat Pendleton]()
Nat PendletonOlympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.
![Doris Davenport]()
Doris DavenportActress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.
![Aline MacMahon]()
Aline MacMahonUs actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.
![Johnny Olson]()
Johnny OlsonAmerican game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 12th
October 12, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 12, 1966:
- El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
- French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
- Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
- Malawi - Mother's Day
- Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
- Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
- St. Fiace
- Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
October 12, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 12, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 10th and October 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 12, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 12, 1966 was Reach Out I'll Be There by Four Tops, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 12, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 12, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Four Tops - Reach Out I'll Be There
- The Association - Cherish
- ? (Question Mark) and the Mysterians - 96 Tears
- The Monkees - Last Train To Clarksville
- Count Five - Psychotic Reaction
October 12, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 12, 1966 was Distant Drums by Jim Reeves, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 12, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 12, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jim Reeves - Distant Drums
- Dave Dee Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich - Bend It!
- The Who - I'm A Boy
- The New Vaudeville Band - Winchester Cathedral
October 12, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 12, 1966 was Beauty Is Only Skin Deep by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.
October 12, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 12, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Temptations - Beauty Is Only Skin Deep
- The Supremes - You Can't Hurry Love
- Four Tops - Reach Out I'll Be There
- Eddie Floyd - Knock On Wood
- Lou Rawls - Love Is A Hurtin' Thing
October 12, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 12, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Persona
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Ingmar Bergman
Starring: Bibi Andersson, Liv Ullmann, Margaretha Krook, Gunnar Björnstrand
Country: United States of America
The Fortune Cookie
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Billy Wilder
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Ron Rich, Judi West
Country: United States of America
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Richard Lester
Starring: Zero Mostel, Phil Silvers, Buster Keaton, Michael Crawford
Country: United States of America
Spinout
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Norman Taurog
Starring: Elvis Presley, Shelley Fabares, Diane McBain, Dodie Marshall
Country: United States of America
Arizona Colt
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy
Country: Italy
October 12, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 12, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Leo the Lion
Release year: 1966
Written by: Osamu Tezuka
Directed by: Mario Cambi
Country: Japan
Star Trek
Release year: 1966
Written by: Gene Roddenberry
Starring: Leonard Nimoy, William Shatner, DeForest Kelley, Nichelle Nichols
Country: United States of America
The Green Hornet
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michel Gondry
October 12, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 12, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Valley of the Dolls
By: Jacqueline Susann
The All-Time Pop Culture Classic!Dolls in red, black, capsules, tablets, or both. Anne, Neely and Jennifer can take their pills straight or have them mixed with vodka.
The Passover Plot
By: Hugh J. Schonfield
40 years ago, when I was living in Linkoping, I found an unusual book. The book was written by Hugh Schonfield, a prominent biblical scholar. It read like a novel.
Who was the US President on October 12, 1966?
On October 12, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1966?
On October 12, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 12, 1966?
On October 12, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 12th?
October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
- 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.
What happened in 1966?
1966 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
- Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
- S African government bans Beatle records
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What was the calendar for October 1966?
October 1966 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.
