Wednesday February 15, 1961: on this day

February 15, 1961 was the 46th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 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 February 15, 1961, who was born and died on February 15, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 15, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Calcutta by Lawrence Welk), movies (e.g. Reptilicus, directed by Sidney W. Pink), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 15th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 15, 1961?


February 15, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 46th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 15, 1961 can also be written as 2/15/1961 in the US and as 15/2/1961 in UK and Europe.

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February 15, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 15, 1961:

  • Entire us figure skating team of 18 dies in belgian sabena 707 crash.
  • Sabena flight 548 crashes in belgium, killing 73, including the entire united states figure skating team along with several of their coaches and family members.

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February 15, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 15th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 15, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 15, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on February 15th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 15, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 15, 1961 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 15, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 06:57 am and setting at 07:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

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Who was born on February 15, 1961?


Famous people born on February 15, 1961:

  • Faustino Alonso
  • Choi Sang-kuk
  • Bob Forrest
  • Luvanor Donizete Borges
  • Christophe Profit
  • Alessandro Campi

Whose famous birthday is on February 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 15th:

  • Jane Seymour
    Jane Seymour

    English-american actress, producer, and jewelry designer.

  • Chris Farley
    Chris Farley

    American comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.

  • Claire Bloom
    Claire Bloom

    Claire bloom is an english actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, including roles in classics such as the king's speech...

  • Meera Jasmine
    Meera Jasmine

    Meera jasmine is an indian actress known for her work in malayalam, tamil, and telugu films.

  • Milo Djukanovic
    Milo Djukanovic

    Milo djukanovic is a montenegrin politician who has served as the president and prime minister of montenegro.

  • Rachida Brakni
    Rachida Brakni

    French actress of algerian descent.

  • Marisa Berenson
    Marisa Berenson

    American fashion model with a mysterious, but somewhat empty beauty.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Sarah Wynter
    Sarah Wynter

    Australian actress.

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February 15, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 1 month old,

or 757 months and 14 days old,

or 3293 weeks and 2 days old,

or 23053 days old,

if you were born on February 15, 1961.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 15, 1961?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 15th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 15, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 15, 1961.

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February 15, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 15, 1961:

  • Laurence Owen

    American figure skater (d. 1961).

  • Jack Whiting

    Actor (top speed and life of the party), dead at 59.

  • Bradley Lord

    American figure skater (born 1939).

  • Marubel Vinaon Owen

    Figure skater (1932 olympics - silver medalist).

  • Maribel Owen
  • Maribel Vinson

What famous deaths happened on February 15th?

Famous deaths on February 15th:

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Wally Cox
    Wally Cox

    American comedian and actor.

  • Ethel Merman
    Ethel Merman

    American actress and singer, known as first lady of musical comedy.

  • George Gaynes
    George Gaynes

    Helsinki, finland -- actor (henry punky brewster).

  • Tommy Rettig
    Tommy Rettig

    Actor (lassie), / computer programmer (clipper), died at 54.

  • Christopher Malcolm
    Christopher Malcolm

    Scottish-canadian actor, director, and producer (b. 1946).

  • Richard Feynman

    Richard Feynman was an American physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics.

  • Journe Feynman

    Journe Feynman was an American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Castin Feynman

    Castin Feynman was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of quantum mechanics and quantum...

  • Shadie Habash

    Award-winning director known for their impactful documentaries.

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February 15, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 15, 1961:

  • John Frum Day in Vanuatu [1]
  • Gummy Bear Day in United States
  • National Day in Serbia
  • Lupercalia
  • Candlemas in Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries
  • Blessed Claude de la ColombiFre
  • Flag Day in Canada

Saints celebrated on February 15, 1961:

  • Saint Siegfried of Sweden
  • Saints Faustin and Jovita
  • Saint Georgia
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February 15, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 15, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 13th and February 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 15, 1961 was Calcutta by Lawrence Welk, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Calcutta
  2. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
  3. - Shop Around
  4. - Calendar Girl
  5. - Exodus

February 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 15, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
  2. - Sailor
  3. - You're Sixteen
  4. - Pepe
  5. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes

February 15, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 15, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week February 13th and February 19th.

February 15, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 13th and February 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shop Around
  2. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
  3. - All In My Mind
  4. - At Last
  5. - Angel Baby

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February 15, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 15, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Reptilicus

Reptilicus

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Sidney W. Pink

Starring: Bent Mejding, Asbjørn Andersen, Povl Wøldike, Ann Smyrner

Country: United States of America

The Canadians

The Canadians

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Burt Kennedy

Starring: Robert Ryan, John Dehner, Torin Thatcher, Burt Metcalfe

Gold of the Seven Saints

Gold of the Seven Saints

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Clint Walker, Roger Moore, Letícia Román, Robert Middleton

Country: United States of America

Mother Joan of the Angels

Mother Joan of the Angels

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerzy Kawalerowicz

Starring: Lucyna Winnicka, Mieczyslaw Voit, Anna Ciepielewska, Maria Chwalibóg

Hand in Hand

Hand in Hand

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Philip Leacock

Starring: Loretta Parry, Philip Needs, John Gregson, Sybil Thorndike

February 15, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 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:

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

February 15, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 15, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Dean'S Watch by Elizabeth Goudge

The Dean'S Watch

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A compelling saga of an unlikely friendship threaded together by redemption and graceThe setting is a remote mid-nineteenth-century town in England and its grand cathedral. Adam Ayscough is the cathedral Dean. He has a deep love and respect for his …

Mistress Of Mellyn by Victoria Holt

Mistress Of Mellyn

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Mount Mellyn was as proud and majestic as she imagined...But what about its master, Connan TreMellyn. Martha Leigh's new employer was as charming as his name implied?

The Last Of The Just by Andre Schwarz-Bart

The Last Of The Just

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Andre Schwarz-Bart's The Last of the Just was published in 16 languages and won the prestigious Prix Goncourt. It is widely considered the greatest Holocaust novel.

Profiles In Courage by John F. Kennedy

Profiles In Courage

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John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage was written in 1955 by the junior senator of Massachusetts. It served as a clear call to all Americans.

The Snake Has All The Lines by Jean Kerr

The Snake Has All The Lines

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Humorous essays about family and theatre life.

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Who was the US President on February 15, 1961?

On February 15, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 15, 1961?

On February 15, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 15, 1961?

On February 15, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about February 15th?

February 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of February. 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 February 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 kaduna state massacre - gunmen killed 66 people in nigeria's kaduna state, with 34 of them being women or children. this attack occurred one day before the election, which was delayed by another week.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, more than 10,000 afghan civilians were wounded or killed in 2017 in war in afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Conflict in north-west pakistan: at least seven people are killed in two bombings in pakistan. five people are killed by a suicide bomber at the mohmand agency tribal administrative headquarters, while two others are injured at peshawar's hospital. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility for the initial attack.

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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 February 1961?

February 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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