Saturday April 22, 1961: on this day

April 22, 1961 was the 112th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is April 22, 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 22, 1961, who was born and died on April 22, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 22, 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 22nd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 22, 1961?


April 22, 1961 was a Saturday and it was the 112th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 22, 1961 can also be written as 4/22/1961 in the US and as 22/4/1961 in UK and Europe.

April 22, 1961 in April 1961 calendar

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April 22, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 22, 1961:

  • Uprising of french parachutist of general salan/challe in algeria.
  • Algiers putsch: four french generals who oppose de gaulle's policies in algeria fail in a coup attempt.

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April 22, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 22nd 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 22, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 22, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on April 22nd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 22, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 22, 1961 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 22, 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 22, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 10:56 am and setting at 01:23 am.

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 22, 1961?


Famous people born on April 22, 1961:

  • Jimmy Key

    Huntsville, alabama -- pitcher (blue jays and new york yanks), orioles.

  • Byron Allen

    Byron Allen is an American businessman and comedian who founded Entertainment Studios, a media company.

  • Alo Mattiisen

    Estonian composer (d. 1996).

  • Jeff Hostetler

    American football player.

  • Jimmy Key in Huntsville

    Alabama, usa; pitcher (toronto blue jays and new york yankees, baltimore orioles).

  • Ann McKechin

    Shadow secretary of state for scotland, a scottish politician and lawyer.

  • Dewey Nicks

    American film director and photographer.

  • Jeff Hostetler NFL quarterback (New York Giants

    Oakland raiders, washington redskins/1990 superbowl.

  • Byron Allen in Los Angeles

    California, usa; comedian (real people, byron allen show).

  • Scott Sampson
  • Mark Adickes
  • Jeffrey Dunn
  • Thomas Greminger
  • Ugo Mattei
  • Randall Morris
  • Owen Gill

Whose famous birthday is on April 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 22nd:

  • Amber Heard
    Amber Heard

    Amber heard is an american actress known for her roles in films such as aquaman and the rum diary.

  • Jack Nicholson
    Jack Nicholson

    After years of playing smaller roles, he is now a major actor in america.

  • Machine Kelly
    Machine Kelly

    Machine gun kelly, also known as mgk, is an american rapper and actor known for his rapid-fire delivery and energetic live performances.

  • Jeffrey Dean Morgan
    Jeffrey Dean Morgan

    Jeffrey dean morgan is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like grey's anatomy and the walking dead, as well as his portrayal...

  • François Berléand
    François Berléand

    French theater and film actor.

  • Andie MacDowell
    Andie MacDowell

    Andie macdowell is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as 'groundhog day' and 'four weddings and a funeral'.

  • Patti LuPone
    Patti LuPone

    Patti lupone is a tony and grammy award-winning american actress and singer known for her powerful performances in musical theater,...

  • Eddie Albert
    Eddie Albert

    Eddie albert was an american actor known for his roles in film and television, including his iconic role as oliver wendell douglas in the tv...

  • Ryan Stiles
    Ryan Stiles

    Ryan stiles is a canadian-american actor and comedian best known for his work on the improv comedy show 'whose line is it anyway?'.

  • Evelyne Bouix
    Evelyne Bouix

    French actress on the stage and in film, well-known for her interpretation of piaf in "edith and marcel", 1983.

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April 22, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years and 3 days old,

or 756 months and 3 days old,

or 3287 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23014 days old,

if you were born on April 22, 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 22, 1961?

There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 22nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 22, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 22, 1961.

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April 22, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 22, 1961:

  • Garfield Akers

    American painter associated with the American Impressionist movement.

  • Maria Radulphus [Adrian Hermus]

    Cura?ao school inspector, dies at age 91.

What famous deaths happened on April 22nd?

Famous deaths on April 22nd:

  • Richard Nixon
    Richard Nixon

    American lawyer, who became a u.s.

  • Alida Valli
    Alida Valli

    Internationally recognized italian actress.

  • Erma Bombeck
    Erma Bombeck

    American humorist and journalist, author of 11 books and a column that was read by millions across 700 cities.

  • Shirley Knight
    Shirley Knight

    American actress (b. 1936).

  • Walter Slezak
    Walter Slezak

    Austrian-american actor, who won the tony award and n.y.

  • Will Geer
    Will Geer

    Actor (grandpa walton–waltons), passes away at 75.

  • Jane Froman
    Jane Froman

    American actress and singer (b. 1907).

  • Irene Rich
    Irene Rich

    American silent screen star, who was 16 at the time.

  • Lionel Atwill
    Lionel Atwill

    Actor (captain blood and great waltz), died at 61.

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April 22, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 22, 1961:

  • Brazil - Discovery Day.

Observances on April 22, 1961:

  • International Mother Earth Day

Saints celebrated on April 22, 1961:

  • Saints Soter and Caius
  • Saint Leonidas (died 202)
  • Saint Theodorus (d. 613)
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April 22, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 22, 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 22, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 22, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.

April 22, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 22, 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:

  1. - Blue Moon
  2. - Runaway
  3. - Mother-In-Law
  4. - On The Rebound
  5. - But I Do

April 22, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 22, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.

April 22, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 22, 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:

  1. - Wooden Heart
  2. - Are You Sure
  3. - Lazy River
  4. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
  5. - Theme For A Dream

April 22, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 22, 1961 was One Mint Julep by Ray Charles, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 17th and April 23rd.

April 22, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 22, 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:

  1. - One Mint Julep
  2. - Blue Moon
  3. - Mother-In-Law
  4. - Trust In Me
  5. - For My Baby

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April 22, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 22, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Yojimbo

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

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

Scream of Fear

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Seth Holt

Starring: Susan Strasberg, Ann Todd, Ronald Lewis, Christopher Lee

One-Eyed Jacks

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.

Underworld U.S.A.

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Samuel Fuller

Starring: Cliff Robertson, Dolores Dorn, Beatrice Kay, Paul Dubov

April 22, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 22, 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

Spotlight

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Rob Roy

Rob Roy

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones

Amelia

Amelia

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Mira Nair

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

April 22, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 22, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Manila Galleon by F. Van Wyck Mason

Manila Galleon

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This is a fantastic tale of the sea, based on George Anson's famous voyage.

The White Nile by Alan Moorehead

The White Nile

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Enjoy all the excitement and adventure from Alan Moorehead's classic bestseller The White Nile - the daring explorations of the Nile River during the second half the nineteenth century.

The Chess Players by Frances Parkinson Keyes

The Chess Players

By:

The Chess Players is an historical novel that is based on Paul Morphy's life. He is widely regarded as the first champion of chess in the world and perhaps the greatest chess player.

A Burnt-Out Case by Graham Greene

A Burnt-Out Case

By:

Querry, the world-famous architect is suffering from a horrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds joy in life or meaning in art.

Pomp And Circumstance by Noel Coward

Pomp And Circumstance

By:

The first novel by the author, a hilarious comedy with absurd dialogue and bizarre situations. This is a wonderfully funny story about the manners and customs of a tropical island.

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Who was the US President on April 22, 1961?

On April 22, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 22, 1961?

On April 22, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 22, 1961?

On April 22, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about April 22nd?

April 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 luzon earthquake: 16 people are killed in a magnitude-6.1 earthquake that struck the towns of porac, lubao, pampanga, philippines, at 17:11 philippine standard time. the manila times. according to phivolcs the epicenter is 18 kilometres (11 miles) northeast of castillejos in zambales. phivolcs initially recorded the earthquake at magnitude 5.7. later, it was upgraded to 6.1.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. rival hamas members and fatah members clash at a tent set by the family mohammed ayoub (14 years old) to offer condolences for his death during the protests. hamas dismantles and orders everyone to leave the tent later.
  • 2017 - Pope francis pays tribute to christians who died under communism and nazism at rome's basilica of st. bartholomew. he also names the wife of a muslim woman he met in lesbos (greece), and who was murdered by terrorists for refusing to drop her crucifix. francis called the lesbos camp a "concentration camp" and noted that many refugee camps, despite the goodwill of local communities, are often overcrowded and little more then prisons.

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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.

Discover how April 1961 calendar looked like.

Saturday April 22, 1961