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October 20, 1969 was the 293rd day of the year 1969, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Monday.
Is October 20, 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 October 20, 1969, who was born and died on October 20, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 20, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Can't Get Next To You by The Temptations), movies (e.g. The Secret of Santa Vittoria, directed by Stanley Kramer), TV series (e.g. Monty Python'S Flying Circus) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 20th, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 20, 1969?
- October 20, 1969: What happened on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 20, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 20, 1969?
- October 20, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 20, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
- October 20, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 20, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 20, 1969?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 20, 1969?
- Who was the Pope on October 20, 1969?
What day of the week was October 20, 1969?
October 20, 1969 was a Monday and it was the 293rd day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 20, 1969 can also be written as 10/20/1969 in the US and as 20/10/1969 in UK and Europe.
October 20, 1969: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 20, 1969:
- Wkyh (now wymt) tv channel 57 in hazard, ky (nbc) begins broadcasting
October 20, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 20th 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 20, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 20, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Rooster personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 20th, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 20, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 20, 1969 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 20, 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 October 20, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 03:56 pm and setting at 02:53 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 25, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Oct 25, 1969.
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Who was born on October 20, 1969?
Famous people born on October 20, 1969:
- Herman Moore
Herman Moore is a former NFL wide receiver known for his successful career with the Detroit Lions.
- Juan Gonzalez
Contributed to the development of popular software applications.
- Trey Parker
Co-creator of the animated TV series South Park and founder of Important Studios.
- Laurie Daley
Australian rugby league player and coach.
- Labros Papakostas
Greek high jumper.
- Chantel Tremitiere
Wnba guard (sacramento monarchs).
- John Edward
Entertainer.
- Guillermo Perez-Roldan
Argentina -- tennis star.
- Juan González (baseball)
- Kim Suominen
- Jonathan Hall Kovacs
- Helman Mkhalele
Whose famous birthday is on October 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 20th:
![Tom Petty]()
Tom PettyTom petty was an american musician known for being the lead vocalist of tom petty and the heartbreakers, and for hits like 'free fallin' and...
![Snoop Dogg]()
Snoop DoggAmerican rapper, the embodiment aeur(tm),90s gangster rap.
![Takayuki Yamada]()
Takayuki YamadaTakayuki yamada is a japanese actor and singer known for his roles in popular japanese films and television series.
![Viggo Mortensen]()
Viggo MortensenAmerican actor.
![John Krasinski]()
John KrasinskiAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director.
![Dannii Minogue]()
Dannii MinogueDanii minogue is an australian singer-actor, younger sister to kylie minogue, and ex-partner of actor julian mcmahon.
![Richard Loncraine]()
Richard LoncraineEnglish screenwriter and director.
![Thomas Newman]()
Thomas NewmanActor/composer (cape fear) dies at 60 from a heart attack.
![Nargis Fakhri]()
Nargis FakhriNargis fakhri is a model and actress known for her work in bollywood films such as rockstar and main tera hero.
![Roger Hanin]()
Roger HaninFrench actor and film director.
October 20, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 54 years 6 months old,
or 654 months and 3 days old,
or 2844 weeks and 1 day old,
or 19909 days old,
if you were born on October 20, 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 October 20, 1969?
There are 180 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 20, 1969?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 20, 1969.
October 20, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 20, 1969:
- Antonio Costantini
- Werner Janensch
- Salvatore Rotolo
- Salvatore Sanmartino
What famous deaths happened on October 20th?
Famous deaths on October 20th:
![Burt Lancaster]()
Burt LancasterActor elmer gantry dies at 80 from a heart attack.
![Joel McCrea]()
Joel McCreaAmerican actor, with over 100 films, who began his career as a horse-wrangler in westerns.
![Jack Elam]()
Jack ElamAmerican actor in films such as "the sundowners," kismet, and gunfight at the o.k.
![Jane Wyatt]()
Jane WyattAmerican singer and actress (d. 2006).
![Anthony Quayle]()
Anthony QuayleEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Michael Massee]()
Michael MasseeAmerican actor (b. 1952)[55].
![Eberhard Feik]()
Eberhard FeikGerman actor (tatort) dies at 50.
![Basil Radford]()
Basil RadfordActor (whisky galore dead of night), is killed at 55.
- Junko Tabei
Japanese female mountaineer is the first to climb mount everest.
- Lynard Skynard
Lead vocalist of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd.
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October 20, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 20, 1969:
- October 20 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Orge (Barley) Day, twenty-ninth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Bahá'f Faith - Holy Day - the Báb
October 20, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 20, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 20th and October 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 20, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 20, 1969 was I Can't Get Next To You by The Temptations, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 20, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 20, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Temptations - I Can't Get Next To You
- Sly & the Family Stone - Hot Fun In The Summertime
- The Archies - Sugar, Sugar
- Oliver - Jean
- Elvis Presley - Suspicious Minds
October 20, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 20, 1969 was I'll Never Fall In Love Again by Bobbie Gentry, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 20, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 20, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobbie Gentry - I'll Never Fall In Love Again
- Jane Birkin & Serge Gainsbourg - Je T'Aime... Moi Non Plus
- Lou Christie - I'm Gonna Make You Mine
- Archies - Sugar Sugar
- Creedence Clearwater Revival - Bad Moon Rising
October 20, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 20, 1969 was I Can't Get Next To You by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 20, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 20, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Temptations - I Can't Get Next To You
- Marvin Gaye - That's The Way Love Is
- Sly & The Family Stone - Hot Fun In The Summertime
- Jerry Butler - What's The Use Of Breaking Up
- Garland Green - Jealous Kind Of Fella
October 20, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 20, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Secret of Santa Vittoria
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Stanley Kramer
Starring: Anthony Quinn, Anna Magnani, Virna Lisi, Hardy Krüger
Pippi Goes on Board
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Olle Hellbom
Starring: Inger Nilsson, Maria Persson, Pär Sundberg, Margot Trooger
Downhill Racer
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Michael Ritchie
Starring: Robert Redford, Gene Hackman, Camilla Sparv, Karl Michael Vogler
Moon Zero Two
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Roy Ward Baker
Starring: James Olson, Catherine Schell, Warren Mitchell, Adrienne Corri
Paint Your Wagon
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Joshua Logan
Starring: Lee Marvin, Clint Eastwood, Jean Seberg, Harve Presnell
Country: United States of America
October 20, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 20, 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:
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
Here Comes the Grump
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Grant Simmons
Night Gallery
Release year: 1969
Country: United States of America
October 20, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 20, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Selling Of The President 1968
By: Joe McGinniss
The Selling of President 1968 by Joe McGinniss 1970 Mass Market Paperback
My Life And Prophecies
By: Jeane Dixon
Jeane Dixon, the world-famous Jeane Dixon, tells her story in her own words for the first time. She shares her vision for the future. Since 1965 Mrs.
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.
The Kingdom And The Power
By: Gay Talese
The classic inside story from The New York Times, one of the most respected and powerful American newspapers.
The Making Of The President 1968
By: Theodore H. White
White combines a novelist's flair for dramatization with a historian's sense to significance with a synthesizing ability that grabs the reader by his lapels."
October 20, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 20, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Travel
Who was the US President on October 20, 1969?
On October 20, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 20, 1969?
On October 20, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 20, 1969?
On October 20, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 20th?
October 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:
- 2018 - After a rafting accident in a swollen river, four americans are killed in costa rica.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: battle of raqa (2017): the syrian democratic forces announce "total liberation of raqa", previously isil's capital.
- 2016 - Turkish military intervention in the syrian civil war: turkish jets hit kurdish-led syrian democratic forces (sdf) militia with 26 airstrikes in three recently-captured-from-isil villages west of al-bab and northeast of aleppo. according to the turkish general staff, 160-200 people have been killed. the syrian observatory for human rights reports that 11 people were killed and many more were injured. (reuters),
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 October 1969?
October 1969 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.
