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April 15, 1961 was the 105th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 15, 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 April 15, 1961, who was born and died on April 15, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 15, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Blue Moon by The Marcels), movies (e.g. Scream of Fear, directed by Seth Holt), TV series (e.g. Spotlight) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 15th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 15, 1961?
- April 15, 1961: What happened on that day?
- April 15, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 15, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 15, 1961?
- April 15, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 15, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- April 15, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 15, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- April 15, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 15, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 15, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 15, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 15, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on April 15, 1961?
What day of the week was April 15, 1961?
April 15, 1961 was a Saturday and it was the 105th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 15, 1961 can also be written as 4/15/1961 in the US and as 15/4/1961 in UK and Europe.
April 15, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 15, 1961:
- Music man closes at majestic theater in new york city after 1375 performances.
April 15, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 15th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 15, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 15, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 15th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 15, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 15, 1961 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 15, 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 April 15, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 05:48 am and setting at 08:15 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 01, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Apr 30, 1961.
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Who was born on April 15, 1961?
Famous people born on April 15, 1961:
- Carolle Greider
Carolle Greider is a molecular biologist who discovered the enzyme telomerase, which is responsible for maintaining the protective caps at...
- Rebacca Solnit
Rebecca Solnit is an American writer and journalist known for her books on feminism, Western and indigenous history, popular power, social...
- José Anigo
French football defender who played for marseille (1979aeur”1987) and na(r]mes (1987aeur”1990).
- Luca Barbarossa
Popular italian singer.
- Dawn Wright
American geographer and oceanographer.
- Neil Carmichael
English politician and academic.
- Daniel Clowes
Author.
- Tiina Lillak
Finnish javelin thrower champion, she won a silver medal at the 1984 los angeles olympics.
- Lynne Austin
Plant city, florida -- playmate (jul, 1986).
- Robert Carlyle
Director.
- Benedetto Ferrara
- Brett Wickens
- Rufin Doh Zeyenouin
Whose famous birthday is on April 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 15th:
![Seth Rogen]()
Seth RogenSeth rogen is a canadian actor and writer known for his roles in comedy films such as 'superbad' and 'knocked up'.
![Emma Watson]()
Emma WatsonBritish actress.
![Maisie Williams]()
Maisie WilliamsMaisie williams is a british tv actress best known for her role as arya stark in the popular tv series game of thrones.
![Anita Hassanandani Reddy]()
Anita Hassanandani ReddyAnita hassanandani reddy is an indian actress known for her work in hindi, telugu, and tamil films and television shows.
![Claudia Cardinale]()
Claudia CardinaleInternationally recognized italian actress.
![Samantha Fox]()
Samantha FoxBritish singer, pin-up girl and star, who was ranked no.
![Emma Thompson]()
Emma ThompsonBritish actress.
![Cody Christian]()
Cody ChristianCody christian is a tv actor known for his roles in teen wolf and pretty little liars.
![Linda Perry]()
Linda PerryAmerican singer-songwriter and record producer.
![Jeffrey Archer]()
Jeffrey ArcherBritish politician and tycoon.
April 15, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years and 10 days old,
or 756 months and 10 days old,
or 3288 weeks and 5 days old,
or 23021 days old,
if you were born on April 15, 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 April 15, 1961?
There are 355 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 15th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 15, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 15, 1961.
April 15, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 15, 1961:
- Alfred Zimmermann
What famous deaths happened on April 15th?
Famous deaths on April 15th:
![Greta Garbo]()
Greta GarboSwedish-american actress, one the most famous and magical stars of the silverscreen.
![Ranjit Chowdhry]()
Ranjit ChowdhryIndian actor known for his work in Bollywood and Hollywood films.
![Jean Genet]()
Jean GenetFrench novelist, playwright, and poet.
![Clifton James]()
Clifton JamesSpokane, washington -- actor.
![Pedro Infante]()
Pedro InfanteMexican singer and actor.
![Jonathan Crombie]()
Jonathan CrombieCanadian-american screenwriter and actor (d. 2015).
![Richard Conte]()
Richard ConteActor (four just men jean arthur show), died at 65.
![Esther Minciotti]()
Esther MinciottiDies at 74.
![Wallace Beery]()
Wallace BeeryAmerican film actor.
- Abrham Lincoln
16th President of the United States who led the country during the American Civil War.
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April 15, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 15, 1961:
- Major League Baseball celebrates "Jackie Robinson Day" each April 15 in all MLB ballparks.
- In the United States, April 15 is the official deadline for filing tax returns: all forms mailed to the IRS must be postmarked no later than this day, so many post offices across the country stay open until midnight to accommodate procrastinators (or those who owe tax and want to wait as late as possible to pay). (If this day falls on the weekend, as in 2006, the following Monday becomes the deadline. Additionally in 2006, Patriot's Day moved the tax deadline to Tuesday, April 18, for those in
- Father Damien Day ? celebrated annually in Hawai'i.
- Arirang Festival is held in North Korea to commemorate Kim Il-sung's birth.
- Blessed Waltman of Antwerp
- Ancient Latvia ? Tipsa Diena was observed.
- Roman Empire ? the Fordicia was celebrated in honor of Terra.
Saints celebrated on April 15, 1961:
- Saint Paternus
- Saint Petrus Gonzalez
- Saint Hunna.
- Saint Basilissa
April 15, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 15, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 10th and April 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 15, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Jorgen Ingmann and His Guitar - Apache
- The Shirelles - Dedicated To The One I Love
- Del Shannon - Runaway
- Floyd Cramer - On The Rebound
April 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 15, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - Wooden Heart
- Allisons - Are You Sure
- Bobby Darin - Lazy River
- The Everly Brothers - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
- Cliff Richard - Theme For A Dream
April 15, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 15, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 15, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Ray Charles - One Mint Julep
- Brook Benton - For My Baby
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- Bobby Bland - I Pity The Fool
April 15, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 15, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Scream of Fear
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Seth Holt
Starring: Susan Strasberg, Ann Todd, Ronald Lewis, Christopher Lee
One-Eyed Jacks
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Marlon Brando
Starring: Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Pina Pellicer, Katy Jurado
Country: United States of America
Underworld U.S.A.
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Samuel Fuller
Starring: Cliff Robertson, Dolores Dorn, Beatrice Kay, Paul Dubov
The Assassin
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Elio Petri
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Micheline Presle, Cristina Gaioni, Salvo Randone
Spotlight on a Murderer
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Georges Franju
Starring: Pierre Brasseur, Pascale Audret, Marianne Koch, Jean-Louis Trintignant
April 15, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 15, 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:
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
The Treasure Seekers
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Juliet May
Happily Ever After
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Yvan Attal
April 15, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 15, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
By: Gayelord Hauser
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall: A Call to Beauty by Gayelord Houser
To Kill a Mockingbird
By: Harper Lee
To Kill A Mockingbird, the unforgettable story of a Southern childhood and the conscience crisis that rocked it became a bestseller immediately and was critically acclaimed when it was published for the first time in 1960.
Pomp And Circumstance
By: Noel Coward
The first novel by the author, a hilarious comedy with absurd dialogue and bizarre situations. This is a wonderfully funny story about the manners and customs of a tropical island.
Sermons And Soda Water
By: John O'Hara
John O'Hara, Three Volumes in One, Random Hse. Book club ed., in DJ
Who was the US President on April 15, 1961?
On April 15, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 15, 1961?
On April 15, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 15, 1961?
On April 15, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about April 15th?
April 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of April. 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 April 15th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 pulitzer prize: annapolis daily newspaper the capital was awarded a pulitzer prize in recognition of its coverage of the mass shooting at its offices on june 28, 2018. five of its employees were killed.
- 2018 - Poisoning yulia and sergei skripal: the uk leader of opposition jeremy corbyn asks for "incontrovertible evidence" to prove russia's guilt. boris johnson, foreign secretary, responds that it is "quite exceptional" to question russian involvement.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, 2017 aleppo suicide car bombing: a bomb explodes on a bus carrying refugees from pro-government villages al-fu'ah (and kafriya) near aleppo. more than 100 people are injured. (bbc),
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 April 1961?
April 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
