Friday October 16, 1964: on this day

October 16, 1964 was the 290th day of the year 1964, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 16, 1964 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 16, 1964, who was born and died on October 16, 1964, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 16, 1964, which were the most popular songs (ex. Do Wah Diddy Diddy by Manfred Mann), movies (e.g. I Am Cuba, directed by Mikhail Kalatozov), TV series (e.g. Stingray) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 16th, 1964 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 16, 1964?


October 16, 1964 was a Friday and it was the 290th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 16, 1964 can also be written as 10/16/1964 in the US and as 16/10/1964 in UK and Europe.

October 16, 1964 in October 1964 calendar

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October 16, 1964: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 16, 1964:

  • Brezhnev and kosygin replace khrushchev as head of russia
  • The people's republic of china detonates its first nuclear weapon.
  • Soviet leaders leonid brezhnev and alexei kosygin are inaugurated as general secretary of the cpsu and premier, respectively and the collective leadership is established.
  • China detonates its first nuclear weapon.
  • Leonid brezhnev becomes leader of the soviet communist party, while alexei kosygin becomes the head of government.

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October 16, 1964: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th 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 16, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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October 16, 1964: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 16, 1964 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 16, 1964 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 16, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 04:22 pm and setting at 02:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 21, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Oct 21, 1964.

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Who was born on October 16, 1964?


Famous people born on October 16, 1964:

  • Reene Cox

    Jamaican-American artist known for her powerful and provocative works exploring race, gender, and sexuality.

  • Shawn Little

    Canadian lawyer and politician (d. 2012).

  • James Thompson

    American-finnish author (d. 2014).

  • Eric Kayser

    French baker and food writer.

  • Jung Jin-young
  • Emanuel Pastreich
  • Konrad Plautz
  • Giangabriele Menichini
  • Jean-Christophe Thomas
  • Marilena Rienzi
  • Andrea Di Rosa
  • Sharon Hacohen
  • Steve Lamacq
  • Abebe Mekonnen
  • Annette Gerlach

Whose famous birthday is on October 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 16th:

  • Hema Malini
    Hema Malini

    Hema malini is an indian actress known for her work in hindi cinema, particularly for her roles in romantic and dramatic films.

  • Maidie Norman
    Maidie Norman

    Maidie norman was an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'what ever happened to baby jane?' and 'the long, hot summer'.

  • Tim Robbins
    Tim Robbins

    American actor, screenwriter and director, a quirky character lead.

  • Angela Lansbury
    Angela Lansbury

    British-american actress who rose to stardom in 1960s broadway musical "mame", then as jessica fletcher, a hit tv series called "murder she...

  • Suzanne Somers
    Suzanne Somers

    American actress, who appears in films and television series as the dumb-blonde.

  • Elsa Zylberstein
    Elsa Zylberstein

    French stage, tv and film actress, born to a polish jewish father (physicist), and a catholic mother.

  • Linda Darnell
    Linda Darnell

    American actress.

  • Corinna Harfouch
    Corinna Harfouch

    German actress.

  • David Zucker
    David Zucker

    American film producer, director and screenwriter, as well as actor and screenwriter, was a prolific filmmaker who made and directed many...

  • Max Bygraves
    Max Bygraves

    British cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.

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October 16, 1964: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 59 years 5 months old,

or 713 months and 13 days old,

or 3102 weeks

or 21714 days old,

if you were born on October 16, 1964.

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 16, 1964?

There are 201 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 16, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 16, 1964.

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October 16, 1964: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 16, 1964:

  • Patsy Callighen

    Canadian ice hockey player (b. 1906).

  • Phyllis Gordon
  • Luigi Greco
  • Otto Groß

What famous deaths happened on October 16th?

Famous deaths on October 16th:

  • Deborah Kerr
    Deborah Kerr

    Scottish-american actress, nominated six time for academy award in leading roles, including "from here to eternity,"" "beloved infidel,","...

  • Peggy Ann Garner
    Peggy Ann Garner

    Actress (ford theater), died at 53 from cancer.

  • Roy Dotrice
    Roy Dotrice

    Channel islands, guernsey -- actor (wizard).

  • Audra Lindley
    Audra Lindley

    American actress (d. 1997).

  • Jean Shepherd
    Jean Shepherd

    Multi-media comedian and writer from america.

  • John Dunsworth
    John Dunsworth

    Canadian actor and comedian (d. 2017).

  • Shirley Booth
    Shirley Booth

    Actress hazel dies at 85 from natural causes.

  • Rick Jason
    Rick Jason

    American actor (b. 1923).

  • Dan Dailey
    Dan Dailey

    American actor, singer, dancer, and director (b. 1913).

  • Ed Lauter
    Ed Lauter

    Long beach, new york -- actor.

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October 16, 1964: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on October 16, 1964:

  • World Food Day [FAO]
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October 16, 1964: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 16, 1964 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 12th and October 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 16, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 1964 was Do Wah Diddy Diddy by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 16, 1964: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 16, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Do Wah Diddy Diddy
  2. - Dancing In The Street
  3. - Oh, Pretty Woman
  4. - We'll Sing In The Sunshine
  5. - Last Kiss

October 16, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 16, 1964 was Oh Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 16, 1964: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 16, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Oh Pretty Woman
  2. - I'm Into Something Good
  3. - (There's) Always Something There To Remind Me
  4. - Where Did Our Love Go
  5. - The Wedding

October 16, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 16, 1964 was Mercy, Mercy by Don Covay & The Goodtimers, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 16, 1964: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 16, 1964 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Mercy, Mercy
  2. - Let It Be Me
  3. - Funny (How Time Slips Away)
  4. - Rhythm
  5. - You Must Believe Me

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October 16, 1964: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 16, 1964 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

I Am Cuba

I Am Cuba

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Mikhail Kalatozov

Starring: Sergio Corrieri, Salvador Wood, José Gallardo, Raúl García

Country: United States of America

Send Me No Flowers

Send Me No Flowers

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Norman Jewison

Starring: Rock Hudson, Doris Day, Tony Randall, Paul Lynde

Country: United States of America

The Americanization of Emily

The Americanization of Emily

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Arthur Hiller

Starring: James Garner, Julie Andrews, Melvyn Douglas, James Coburn

Rio Conchos

Rio Conchos

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Richard Boone, Stuart Whitman, Anthony Franciosa, Wende Wagner

Invitation to a Gunfighter

Invitation to a Gunfighter

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Richard Wilson

Starring: Yul Brynner, Janice Rule, George Segal, Alfred Ryder

October 16, 1964: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 16, 1964 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Stingray

Stingray

Release year: 1964

That Regis Philbin Show

That Regis Philbin Show

Release year: 1964

Starring: Eartha Kitt, Regis Philbin, Shelley Berman, Don Rickles

Country: United States of America

Jonny Quest

Jonny Quest

Release year: 1964

Country: United States of America

October 16, 1964: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 16, 1964 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Kennedy Wit by Bill Adler

The Kennedy Wit

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Vintage paperback The Kennedy Wit: John F. Kennedy's Humor and Wisdom By Bill Adler

You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming

You Only Live Twice

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James Bond's adventure novel takes 007 to exotic Orient - and to the suicide gardens run by the maniacal Dr.

A Tribute To John F. Kennedy by Pierre Salinger and Sander Vanocur

A Tribute To John F. Kennedy

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Pierre Salinger and Sander Vandocur published A Tribute to John F. Kennedy in Encyclopaedia Britannica 1964. No edition was given. Description: Black boards featuring the President's signature on the front and dates.

The Spy Who Came in from the Cold by John Le Carre

The Spy Who Came in from the Cold

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Viking will release The Pigeon Tunnel in September 2016. This 50th anniversary edition of John le Carrre's bestselling novel launched John le Carrre's career internationally. Alec Leamas watches while his last agent is killed by East German sentries.

The Rector Of Justin by Louis Auchincloss

The Rector Of Justin

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The RECTOR of JUSTIN is a Louis Auchincloss novel. It centers on Frank Prescott who founded a school for boys. Six narrators provide unique perspectives on Prescott's life, including his motivations and the causes of his successes and failures. They …

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Who was the US President on October 16, 1964?

On October 16, 1964 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 16, 1964?

On October 16, 1964 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 16, 1964?

On October 16, 1964 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 16th?

October 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). the united states africa command, (africom), says that 60 al-shabaab militants were killed in an airstrike near harardhere, central somalia.
  • 2017 - War in somalia: 14 oct 2017 mogadishu bombings - somalis march to protest the presence of al shabaab, who is believed to have been responsible for the recent bombing attack. (bbc).battle of kirkuk 2017: iraqi government forces have seized key infrastructures outside of the disputed city of kirkuk, which was held by kurdish fighters. (bbc) the government of iraq continues to push against kurdish forces, as concerns over oil supplies from iraq have pushed crude oil prices higher.
  • 2016 - Turkey-isil conflict : three police officers are killed and at least nine others are injured in a suicide bomber attack on a safehouse belonging to isil.

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What happened in 1964?

1964 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Singapore limits imports from Netherlands due to Indonesian aggression
  • KTVS TV channel 3 in Sterling, CO (CBS) begins broadcasting
  • Amendment 24 outlaws poll tax

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What was the calendar for October 1964?

October 1964 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.

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Friday October 16, 1964