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May 16, 1969 was the 136th day of the year 1969, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 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 May 16, 1969, who was born and died on May 16, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension), movies (e.g. Midnight Cowboy, directed by John Schlesinger), TV series (e.g. The Liberace Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 16, 1969?
- May 16, 1969: What happened on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 16, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 16, 1969?
- May 16, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 16, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
- May 16, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 16, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 16, 1969?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1969?
- Who was the Pope on May 16, 1969?
What day of the week was May 16, 1969?
May 16, 1969: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 16, 1969:
- Barbra streisand appears at a friars club tribute
- Students occupies magden house amsterdam
- Us nuclear sub guitarro sinks off san francisco
- Venera 5 lands on venus, returns data on atmosphere
- Venera program: venera 5, a soviet space probe, lands on venus.
- Us submarine guitarro sinks at the pier at san francisco bay naval shipyard, vallejo, california.
May 16, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 16, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 16th, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 16, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 16, 1969 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 16, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:22 am and setting at 09:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1969.
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Who was born on May 16, 1969?
Famous people born on May 16, 1969:
![David Boreanaz]()
David BoreanazDavid boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.
![Tucker Carlson]()
Tucker CarlsonThe daily caller was founded by an american journalist.
- Yanick Bisson
Canadian actor best known for his role in the TV series 'Murdoch Mysteries'.
- Hilmar Veigar Pétursson
Hilmar Veigar Pétursson is the co-founder and CEO of CCP Games, the Icelandic video game company behind the popular massively multiplayer...
- Tracey Gold
Tracey gold is an american actress best known for her role as carol seaver on the tv show growing pains.
- Tucker Swanson McNear Carlson
Tucker Carlson is an American journalist and television personality.
- Steve Lewis
American sprinter.
- Emmitt Smith
Athlete.
- Steven Earl Lewis
Los angeles, california - 4x100 / 400m runner (1988 olympics -- gold medalist).
- Lauren Myracle
Author.
- Tracey Gold in New York City
New york, usa.
- Maximilian
Liechtenstein royalty, the second son of prince hans-adam ii and princess marie.
- Manhattan New York (New York)
- Sergio Almaguer
- Tommaso Avati
- Henrik Berger
Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:
![Megan Fox]()
Megan FoxAmerican actress and model.
![Pierce Brosnan]()
Pierce BrosnanHe is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
![Janet Jackson]()
Janet JacksonAmerican actress and recording artist.
![Melanie Lynskey]()
Melanie LynskeyMelanie lynskey is a new zealand actress known for her roles in films such as heavenly creatures and tv shows like two and a half men.
![Tori Spelling]()
Tori SpellingAmerican actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Joseph Morgan]()
Joseph MorganJoseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...
![Danny Trejo]()
Danny TrejoDanny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.
![Thomas Brodie-Sangster]()
Thomas Brodie-SangsterThomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.
![Debra Winger]()
Debra WingerAmerican actress, whose films include "urban cowboy," 1980 and "an officer and a gentleman," respectively.
May 16, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years 11 months old,
or 659 months and 2 days old,
or 2865 weeks and 6 days old,
or 20061 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 16, 1969?
There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1969?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 16, 1969.
May 16, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 16, 1969:
- Robert R
American teenager who died from aids in north america for the first time (born 1954).
- Johnny Jordan
Cameraman (you only live twice) dies at 44.
- Lewis Casson
What famous deaths happened on May 16th?
Famous deaths on May 16th:
![Jim Henson]()
Jim HensonAmerican puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
![Andy Kaufman]()
Andy KaufmanAmerican actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
![Ronnie James Dio]()
Ronnie James DioAmerican heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).
![Alain Cuny]()
Alain CunyFrench actor.
![Irwin Shaw]()
Irwin ShawAmerican writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).
![Marisa Mell]()
Marisa MellAustrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.
- Verley Tinsley
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.
- Camala Markandaya
Camala Markandaya was a renowned Indian novelist who explored themes of cultural conflict and social change.
- Romaldo Giurgola
Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.
May 16, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 16, 1969:
- Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
- Teacher's Day in Malaysia.
Observances on May 16, 1969:
- International Day of Living Together in Peace
- International Day of Light [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 16, 1969:
- Saint HonorT of Amiens
- Saint Andrew Bobola
- Saint Ubaldus
- Saint Simon Stock
- Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
- Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
May 16, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 16, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 12th and May 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 16, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1969 was Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 16, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The 5th Dimension - Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)
- The Cowsills - Hair
- The Beatles - Get Back
- The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing
- Mercy - Love (Can Make You Happy)
May 16, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1969 was Get Back by Beatles With Billy Preston, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 16, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Beatles With Billy Preston - Get Back
- Herman's Hermits - My Sentimental Friend
- Mary Hopkin - Goodbye
- Fleetwood Mac - Man Of The World
- Clodagh Rodgers - Come Back And Shake Me
May 16, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 1969 was The Chokin' Kind by Joe Simon, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.
May 16, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 16, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Joe Simon - The Chokin' Kind
- The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing
- James Brown - I Don't Want Nobody To Give Me Nothing (Open Up The Door, I'
- The Meters - Cissy Strut
- Marvin Gaye - Too Busy Thinking About My Baby
May 16, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 16, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Midnight Cowboy
Release year: 1969
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Sylvia Miles, John McGiver
Country: United States of America
The Trouble with Girls
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Peter Tewksbury
Starring: Elvis Presley, Marlyn Mason, Nicole Jaffe, Sheree North
Country: United States of America
Popi
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Arthur Hiller
Starring: Alan Arkin, Rita Moreno, Reuben Figueroa, Miguel Alejandro
The April Fools
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Stuart Rosenberg
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Catherine Deneuve, Peter Lawford, Jack Weston
Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Terence Fisher
Starring: Peter Cushing, Veronica Carlson, Freddie Jones, Simon Ward
May 16, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
The Liberace Show
Release year: 1969
Starring: Liberace, George Liberace
Country: United States of America
Dororo
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Akihiko Shiota
May 16, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 16, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Age Of Discontinuity
By: Peter Drucker
The last decades of the 20th century were characterized by a period of discontinuity and disruption in which the structure, meaning, and purpose of economy, society, and polity have been radically altered.
The Vines Of Yarrabee
By: Dorothy Eden
For four consecutive months, Dorothy Eden's romantic story about Australia colonization has been a New York Times bestseller. It tells the amazing story of a man and woman who carve.
Miss Craig'S 21-Day Shape-Up Program For Men And Women
By: Marjorie Craig
It looks like it has never been used. It has no dustcover, but the hardboards and pages remain in excellent condition.
Bullet Park
By: John Cheever
Bullet Park is a township where even the most well-mannered gentry can be frightened by simply looking in the mirror.
Except For Me And Thee
By: Jessamyn West
There is a small crease near the spine for DJ. The pages are crisp and clean, and the binding is secure. Solid Book.
May 16, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 16, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Travel
Who was the US President on May 16, 1969?
On May 16, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1969?
On May 16, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 16, 1969?
On May 16, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 16th?
May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of May. 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 May 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
- 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),
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 May 1969?
May 1969 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
