Thursday September 20, 1962: on this day

September 20, 1962 was the 263rd day of the year 1962, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is September 20, 1962 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on September 20, 1962, who was born and died on September 20, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 20, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sherry by The 4 Seasons), movies (e.g. The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner, directed by Tony Richardson), TV series (e.g. The Beverly Hillbillies) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 20th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was September 20, 1962?


September 20, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 263rd day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 20, 1962 can also be written as 9/20/1962 in the US and as 20/9/1962 in UK and Europe.

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September 20, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 20, 1962:

  • Ben bella wins 1st elections in independent algeria
  • Gov r barnett refuses to admit a black to miss universe (james meredith)
  • James meredith, an african-american, is temporarily barred from entering the university of mississippi.

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September 20, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 20th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 20, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 20, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on September 20th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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September 20, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 20, 1962 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 20, 1962 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 September 20, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:03 pm and setting at 02:53 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 14, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Oct 13, 1962.

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Who was born on September 20, 1962?


Famous people born on September 20, 1962:

  • Novelle Fontaine

    Novelle Fontaine is a French fashion designer known for her high-end couture collections.

  • Mescal Takahashi

    Mescal Takahashi is a renowned mathematician known for her groundbreaking work in the field of number theory.

  • Justun Cronin

    Acclaimed novelist famous for his epic fantasy series.

  • Gurtha Devi

    Gurtha Devi is an acclaimed Indian novelist who has written several critically acclaimed works exploring social and cultural themes.

  • Deran Sarafian

    Deran Sarafian is a Lebanese-American business executive and the CEO of a multinational corporation.

  • Leelynn Fitzgerald

    Leelynn Fitzgerald was an acclaimed author known for her novels exploring themes of identity and social issues.

  • Amabel Mortimer

    Amabel Mortimer is a British businesswoman who co-founded the luxury skincare brand Elemis.

  • Wendal Wilkins

    Wendal Wilkins is a British journalist who has covered international news and current affairs for several major media outlets.

  • Pamela Willett

    Pamela Willett is an American biologist known for her research on the molecular mechanisms of plant development.

  • Bowyn Caldwell

    Bowyn Caldwell is an astronomer who specializes in the study of exoplanets and the search for habitable worlds.

  • Xiong Jie

    Xiong Jie is a Chinese astronomer who has studied the formation and evolution of galaxies.

  • Deborah Stephenson

    British journalist and broadcaster, known for her work on BBC Radio 4 and BBC World Service.

  • Katrisha Dubois

    Katrisha Dubois was a French historian who specialized in the study of medieval European history.

  • Lillyona Delacroix

    Lillyona Delacroix is a French sculptor who creates large-scale public art installations.

  • Dewell Watkins

    Dewell Watkins is a politician who has served in various elected positions at the local and state level.

  • Audriella Delacroix

    Audriella Delacroix is a French sculptor who specializes in large-scale public art installations.

  • Rolf Baer

    Rolf Baer is a German entrepreneur who co-founded the online travel company HolidayCheck.

  • Beda Korf

    Beda Korf is a German journalist and author who has reported on international affairs.

  • Tura Scanlan

    Tura Scanlan is an Irish journalist who has reported on international affairs and conflict zones.

  • Mertha Watts

    Mertha Watts is an electrical engineer known for her work in renewable energy technologies.

Whose famous birthday is on September 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 20th:

  • Sophia Loren
    Sophia Loren

    Italian actress and beauty queen, she is considered the eighth natural wonder of the world by many.

  • Maggie Cheung
    Maggie Cheung

    Maggie cheung is a hong kong actress known for her roles in acclaimed films such as 'in the mood for love' and 'hero'.

  • Asia Argento
    Asia Argento

    Italian actress and well-known family member, dario argento is her father and daria nicolodi is her mother.

  • Jon Bernthal
    Jon Bernthal

    Jon bernthal is an american actor known for his roles in the walking dead, the punisher, and the wolf of wall street.

  • Sabine Azéma
    Sabine Azéma

    French actress and director on the film and stage, she was born to a lawyer from ra (c)union and graduated from paris conservatory.

  • Moon Bloodgood
    Moon Bloodgood

    American actress and model.

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Ryan Donowho
    Ryan Donowho

    American producer and actor.

  • Gary Cole
    Gary Cole

    American actor.

  • Kenneth More
    Kenneth More

    British actor.

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September 20, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 61 years 7 months old,

or 739 months and 5 days old,

or 3214 weeks

or 22498 days old,

if you were born on September 20, 1962.

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 September 20, 1962?

There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday September 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 20, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 20, 1962.

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September 20, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 20, 1962:

  • Enijah Woodson

    Enijah Woodson was a renowned American painter known for his vibrant and expressive landscapes.

  • Rayley Haddock

    Rayley Haddock was a renowned American painter known for his vibrant and impressionistic landscapes.

  • Emmory Roth

    Emmory Roth was a prominent American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives.

  • Henchy Fitzgerald

    Irish hurler who played for the Kilkenny senior hurling team.

  • Gabrian Lamarque

    Gabrian Lamarque was a French poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.

  • Jacub Wujek

    Jacub Wujek was a Polish politician who served as a member of the Sejm, the lower house of the Polish parliament.

  • Conrad Helfrich
  • Curley Weaver

What famous deaths happened on September 20th?

Famous deaths on September 20th:

  • Polly Bergen
    Polly Bergen

    American actress, singer, tv star, and businesswoman.

  • Jim Croce
    Jim Croce

    Vocalist (time in a bottle) dies in a plane accident at 30.

  • Jack Larson
    Jack Larson

    American playwright and producer of actors (d. 2015).

  • Richard Dix
    Richard Dix

    American actor.

  • Glenn Strange
    Glenn Strange

    Actor (sam, the bartender-gunsmoke), is killed at 74.

  • Roy Kinnear
    Roy Kinnear

    Actor (casanova.

  • Renatha Muller

    Renowned physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Lynnsie Johnson

    Pioneering scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of genetics.

  • Lorann Koval

    Prolific writer known for her bestselling novels that captivated readers worldwide.

  • Kastin Lopez

    Acclaimed painter whose works continue to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on September 20th

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September 20, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 20, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 17th and September 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


September 20, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 20, 1962 was Sherry by The 4 Seasons, according to the music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.

September 20, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on September 20, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sherry
  2. - Ramblin' Rose
  3. - Sheila
  4. - Green Onions
  5. - Teen Age Idol

September 20, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 20, 1962 was I Remember You by Frank Ifield, according to the music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.

September 20, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on September 20, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Remember You
  2. - She's Not You
  3. - Things
  4. - Roses Are Red (My Love)
  5. - Sealed With A Kiss

September 20, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 20, 1962 was You Beat Me To The Punch by Mary Wells, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 17th and September 23rd.

September 20, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on September 20, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 17th and September 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - You Beat Me To The Punch
  2. - Green Onions
  3. - Sherry
  4. - The Loco-Motion
  5. - Do You Love Me

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September 20, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on September 20, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Tony Richardson

Starring: Michael Redgrave, Tom Courtenay, Avis Bunnage, Alec McCowen

Country: United States of America

Billy Budd

Billy Budd

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Peter Ustinov

Starring: Robert Ryan, Peter Ustinov, Melvyn Douglas, Paul Rogers

Colossus of the Arena

Colossus of the Arena

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Michele Lupo

Starring: Mark Forest, Scilla Gabel, Jon Chevron, José Greci

The 300 Spartans

The 300 Spartans

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Rudolph Maté

Starring: Richard Egan, Ralph Richardson, Diane Baker, Barry Coe

Country: United States of America

David and Lisa

David and Lisa

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Frank Perry

Starring: Keir Dullea, Janet Margolin, Howard Da Silva, Neva Patterson

September 20, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on September 20, 1962 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 Beverly Hillbillies

The Beverly Hillbillies

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Penelope Spheeris

Country: United States of America

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Frank Capra

Country: United States of America

The Andy Williams Show

The Andy Williams Show

Release year: 1962

Starring: Andy Williams

Country: United States of America

The Adventures of Lariat Sam

The Adventures of Lariat Sam

Release year: 1962

Wally Gator

Wally Gator

Release year: 1962

Country: United States of America

September 20, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on September 20, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

My Life In Court by Louis Nizer

My Life In Court

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2012 Reprint of 1961 Edition. This is an exact facsimile, and not reproduced using optical recognition software. This title recounts Nizer's significant civil and criminal accomplishments.

Veeck -- As In Wreck by Bill Veeck

Veeck -- As In Wreck

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Bill Veeck tells the classic story of his life as an owner of the Cleveland Indians.

Portrait In Brownstone by Louis Auchincloss

Portrait In Brownstone

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Hardcover, no dust jacket. Pencil mark on front cover. Pages are in perfect condition, with bent corners.

Seven Days In May by Fletcher Knebel and Charles W. Bailey II

Seven Days In May

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Hornblower And The Hotspur by C.S. Forester

Hornblower And The Hotspur

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April 1803. Hornblower is shown here, shortly after his wedding ceremony, being ordered to board his ship, HMS Hotspur to watch the French coast, Channel ports and the Bay of Biscay.

September 20, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on September 20, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Spacewar!

Spacewar!

Platform: PDP-1

Genre: Space combat simulation

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Who was the US President on September 20, 1962?

On September 20, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 20, 1962?

On September 20, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on September 20, 1962?

On September 20, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about September 20th?

September 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of September. 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 September 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - Mercury prize: wolf alice wins 2018 hyundai mercury prize with visions of a life.
  • 2017 - Economy in the united states: the u.s. federal reserve announced that its benchmark interest rate would not change in october, but it anticipates an increase at the end of 2019. it also expects three additional increases in 2018 as well as two more in 2019. the federal reserve has also announced that its balance sheet reduction program would begin in october.
  • 2016 - After street violence in the democratic republic of the congo between protesters against president joseph kabila and security force left at least 44 people dead, armed men wearing military uniforms set fire to the headquarters of the main opposition union for democracy and social progress in kinshasa (dr congo), killing at least two.

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What happened in 1962?

1962 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
  • 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
  • Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome

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What was the calendar for September 1962?

September 1962 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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.

Discover how September 1962 calendar looked like.

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