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April 20, 1961 was the 110th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 20, 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 20, 1961, who was born and died on April 20, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Blue Moon by The Marcels), movies (e.g. Yojimbo, directed by Akira Kurosawa), TV series (e.g. Spotlight) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1961?
- April 20, 1961: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1961?
- April 20, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1961?
What day of the week was April 20, 1961?
April 20, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 110th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1961 can also be written as 4/20/1961 in the US and as 20/4/1961 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1961:
- American harold graham makes first rocket belt flight.
- Cold war: failure of the bay of pigs invasion of us-backed cuban exiles against cuba.
- Fidel castro announces that the bay of pigs invasion has been defeated.
April 20, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th 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 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 20, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 20th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 20, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1961 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 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 20, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 09:13 am and setting at 11:59 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 20, 1961?
Famous people born on April 20, 1961:
![Nicholas Lyndhurst]()
Nicholas LyndhurstBritish actor.
- Éric Dupond-Moretti
Éric dupond-moretti is a prominent french lawyer known for his high-profile criminal defense cases and for his outspoken and controversial...
- Konstantin Lavronenko
Russian actor.
- Don Mattingly
Former MLB first baseman and manager, known for his time with the New York Yankees.
- Mike Pniewski
American actor and public speaker.
- Don "Hitman" Mattingly in Evansville
Indiana, usa.
- Marci Bozarth in Lampasas
Texas, usa; lpga golfer (1994 lady keystone open 37th).
- Frances Adamson
Australian diplomat and public servant.
- Corrado Micalef
Canadian ice hockey coach and player.
- Barry Smolin
American radio host, writer and musician.
- Roberto Cotti
- Francesco La Rosa
- Gloria
Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:
![Luther Vandross]()
Luther VandrossLuther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...
![Jessica Lange]()
Jessica LangeAmerican academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.
![Andy Serkis]()
Andy SerkisAndy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...
![Carmen Electra]()
Carmen ElectraAmerican actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...
![Edie Sedgwick]()
Edie SedgwickAmerican model with amazing eyes and great legs.
![Shemar Moore]()
Shemar MooreAmerican actor, former fashion model.
![Ryan O'Neal]()
Ryan O'NealAfter starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.
![Crispin Glover]()
Crispin GloverAmerican actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...
![Veronica Cartwright]()
Veronica CartwrightVeronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.
![George Takei]()
George TakeiAmerican actor, director, and author.
April 20, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years and 6 days old,
or 756 months and 6 days old,
or 3288 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23017 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 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 20, 1961?
There are 359 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 20th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 20, 1961.
April 20, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1961:
- Ado Vabbe
Estonian painter (b. 1892).
- Humberto Sorí Marín
What famous deaths happened on April 20th?
Famous deaths on April 20th:
![Benny Hill]()
Benny HillBritish comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.
![Alan Dale]()
Alan DaleAmerican singer (born 1925).
![Christian X]()
Christian XKing of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.
- Idrissa Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Galdino Balthazar
Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.
- Briyan Stoker
Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.
- Marl Stoker
Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.
- Madylyn Pugh
Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.
- Zakariyah Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Felcia Farr
American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 20th
April 20, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1961:
- USA- National High Five Day
- Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
- Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
- Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
- April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
- Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).
Observances on April 20, 1961:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1961:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 17th and April 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Del Shannon - Runaway
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- Floyd Cramer - On The Rebound
- Clarence Frogman Henry - But I Do
April 20, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 17th and April 23rd. 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 20, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1961 was One Mint Julep by Ray Charles, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.
April 20, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 17th and April 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Charles - One Mint Julep
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- Etta James - Trust In Me
- Brook Benton - For My Baby
April 20, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Yojimbo
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Toshirô Mifune, Eijirô Tôno, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yôko Tsukasa
Country: United States of America
The Guns of Navarone
Release year: 1961
Directed by: J. Lee Thompson
Starring: David Niven, Gregory Peck, Anthony Quinn, Anthony Quayle
Country: United States of America
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
April 20, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 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 20, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich
By: William L. Shirer
This definitive history of Hitler's rise is back in hardcover, hailed by The New York Times as "one the most important works historical of our time"
Don'T Tell Alfred
By: Nancy Mitford
Fanny, the quiet observant narrator of Nancy Mitford’s two most famous novels, takes center stage in this hilarious comedy. Fanny Wincham was last seen as a young girl in The Pursuit of Love and Love.
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.
Who was the US President on April 20, 1961?
On April 20, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1961?
On April 20, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1961?
On April 20, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about April 20th?
April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:
- 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
- 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (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.
