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December 16, 1969 was the 350th day of the year 1969, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 16, 1969 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 16, 1969, who was born and died on December 16, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 16, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Leaving on A Jet Plane by Peter, Paul and Mary), movies (e.g. The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes, directed by Robert Butler), TV series (e.g. Manhunt) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 16th, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 16, 1969?
- December 16, 1969: What happened on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 16, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 16, 1969?
- December 16, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 16, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
- December 16, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 16, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 16, 1969?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 16, 1969?
- Who was the Pope on December 16, 1969?
What day of the week was December 16, 1969?
December 16, 1969 was a Tuesday and it was the 350th day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 16, 1969 can also be written as 12/16/1969 in the US and as 16/12/1969 in UK and Europe.
December 16, 1969: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 16, 1969:
- War is over! if you want it, happy christmas from john andyoko posters begin appearing
- British house of commons votes 343-185 abolishing the death penalty.
December 16, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 16th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 16, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 16, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 16th, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 16, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 16, 1969 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 16, 1969 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 December 16, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:15 pm and setting at 01:07 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 23, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Dec 23, 1969.
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Who was born on December 16, 1969?
Famous people born on December 16, 1969:
- Kent Hehr
Canadian Member of Parliament and former Minister of Veterans Affairs.
- Adam Riess
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on the accelerating expansion of the universe.
- Michelle Smith
Three gold medals for an irish swimmer in atlanta.
- Dmitri Tymoczko
American composer and theorist.
- Craig White
English cricketer and coach.
- Simon Grayson
Manager and english footballer.
- Florencia Lozano
American actress.
- Shane
American porn actress and director.
- Charles Mincy NFL safety (Minnesota Vikings
Tampa bay buccaneers).
- Martin Ulrich
Hockey defenseman (team austria 1998).
- DJ D-Wrek
Dj.
- Michelle Smith (swimmer)
- Francisco Javier Cornago
- Kevin McGowne
- Sergi Pedrerol
- Regina Pessoa
Whose famous birthday is on December 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 16th:
![Theo James]()
Theo JamesTheo James is a British actor best known for his roles in the Divergent series and the TV series Downton Abbey.
![Krysten Ritter]()
Krysten RitterAmerican actress, musician, and model.
![Maruschka Detmers]()
Maruschka DetmersActress and comedian, best known for her part in "pra(c]nom carmen", a jean-luc godard directed film.
![Liv Ullmann]()
Liv UllmannBorn in tokyo, norway, she became a leading dramatic actress of swedish and foreign films.
![Benjamin Bratt]()
Benjamin BrattAmerican actor who rose to stardom in 1995 when he played detective reynaldo "rey” curtis on nbc's law & order.
![Flo Rida]()
Flo RidaAmerican rapper.
![Christopher Biggins]()
Christopher BigginsEnglish actor and tv presenter.
![Miranda Otto]()
Miranda OttoAn australian actress who is well-known for her role as a%0owyn in peter jackson’s "the lord of the rings” trilogy (2001-2003).
![Xander Berkeley]()
Xander BerkeleyXander Berkeley is an American actor known for his roles in movies and TV shows.
![Jon Tenney]()
Jon TenneyAmerican actor and director.
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December 16, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years 4 months old,
or 652 months and 4 days old,
or 2835 weeks and 4 days old,
or 19849 days old,
if you were born on December 16, 1969.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 December 16, 1969?
There are 240 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 16, 1969?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 16, 1969.
December 16, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 16, 1969:
- Alphonse Castex
French rugby union player (b. 1899).
- Soe Hok Gie
Indonesian activist and academic (b. 1942).
- Gabriele Vanorio
- Romolo Vaselli
What famous deaths happened on December 16th?
Famous deaths on December 16th:
![Silvana Mangano]()
Silvana ManganoItalian actress who rose to fame in 1949 as a star of "bitter rice" in which she played the role of a leading lady in italy.
![Lee Van Cleef]()
Lee Van CleefLee van cleef, one of the greatest movie villains, started his career as an accountant.
![Thelma Todd]()
Thelma ToddAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1905).
![Nicol Williamson]()
Nicol WilliamsonNicol Williamson was a talented actor known for his performances on stage and screen.
![Keely Smith]()
Keely SmithAmerican singer and actress (b. 1928).
![John Spencer]()
John SpencerEnglish rugby player and coach.
![Aileen Pringle]()
Aileen PringleActress (age consent, convicted night parade).
![Moses Gunn]()
Moses GunnAmerican actor.
- Jacub Grimm
Jacub Grimm was a German academic, linguist, cultural researcher, and author who, together with his brother Wilhelm, published collections...
- Der Grimm
Der Grimm, along with his brother Jacob, collected and published many traditional German folktales and fairy tales.
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December 16, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 16, 1969:
- R.C. Saints - O Sapientia ; Adelaide of Italy
- South Africa - Day of Reconciliation
- Nepal - Constitution Day (To be confirmed)
- Kazakhstan - Independence Day
- Bahrain - National Day
- Bangladesh - Victory Day
December 16, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 16, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 15th and December 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 16, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 16, 1969 was Leaving on A Jet Plane by Peter, Paul and Mary, according to the music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 16, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Peter, Paul and Mary - Leaving on A Jet Plane
- Diana Ross and the Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
- Creedence Clearwater Revival - Down On The Corner
- Steam - Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye
- B.J. Thomas - Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head
December 16, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 16, 1969 was Two Little Boys by Rolf Harris, according to the music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 16, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rolf Harris - Two Little Boys
- Archies - Sugar Sugar
- Kenny Rogers & The First Edition - Ruby Don't Take Your Love To Town
- Stevie Wonder - Yester-Me Yester-You Yesterday
- Blue Mink - Melting Pot
December 16, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 16, 1969 was Someday We'll Be Together by Diana Ross & The Supremes, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 16, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Diana Ross & The Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
- Jackson 5 - I Want You Back
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Friendship Train
- Jr. Walker & The All Stars - These Eyes
- James Brown - Ain't It Funky Now (Part 1)
December 16, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 16, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Robert Butler
Starring: Kurt Russell, Cesar Romero, Joe Flynn, William Schallert
The Red Tent
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Mikhail Kalatozov
Starring: Sean Connery, Peter Finch, Mario Adorf, Luigi Vannucchi
Anne of the Thousand Days
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Charles Jarrott
Starring: Richard Burton, Geneviève Bujold, Irene Papas, Anthony Quayle
Country: United States of America
Burn!
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Gillo Pontecorvo
Starring: Marlon Brando, Evaristo Márquez, Renato Salvatori, Dana Ghia
Country: United States of America
Cactus Flower
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Gene Saks
Starring: Walter Matthau, Ingrid Bergman, Goldie Hawn, Jack Weston
Country: United States of America
December 16, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 16, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Manhunt
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Greg Barker
Atakku no. 1
Release year: 1969
Monty Python's Flying Circus
Release year: 1969
Written by: Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, John Cleese
Starring: Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
December 16, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 16, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Mary Queen Of Scots
By: Antonia Fraser
Marie Antoinette author Her royal birth secured her claim to the thrones in two countries; her marriage with the young French dauphin promised a third glory crown.
The Seven Minutes
By: Irving Wallace
This seven-minute novel by Irving Wallace is the most controversial and explosive to date. It will be the subject of national debates from the moment it was published.
Fire From Heaven
By: Mary Renault
"Written with her usual enthusiasm and imagination...Mary Renault is a great talent." -The New York Times Book ReviewAlexander was born with beauty, strength and determination. But his boyhood sharpened those talents.
In This House Of Brede
By: Rumer Godden
"A novel of sensitive dedication." --The Atlantic Monthly.Rumer Godden focuses precisely on the theme of religious life. . . as 'the heart and holiness of God'
The French Lieutenant'S Woman
By: John Fowles
The French Lieutenant's Woman, John Fowles's most loved and bestselling work internationally, is a masterful feat of seductive storytelling. It effectively reinvents the Victorian novel.
December 16, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 16, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Travel
Who was the US President on December 16, 1969?
On December 16, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 16, 1969?
On December 16, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 16, 1969?
On December 16, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about December 16th?
December 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of December. 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 December 16th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 strasbourg attack: a polish national is killed in an attack on strasbourg, france by terrorists.
- 2017 - China-united kingdom relations and one belt one road initiative: according to the bbc, david cameron, former prime minister of britain, will head a ps750million ($1 billion) u.k. fund to improve rail, road, and air links between china, its trading partners, and china.
- 2016 - Aleppo offensive (november-december 2016, syria): the syrian forces are disrupting evacuations following the failed ceasefire. the city's remains were evacuated by approximately 8000 civilians.
What happened in 1969?
1969 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
- 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
- Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion
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What was the calendar for December 1969?
December 1969 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
