Monday August 22, 1966: on this day

August 22, 1966 was the 234th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 22, 1966 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 22, 1966, who was born and died on August 22, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful), movies (e.g. The Creatures, directed by Agnès Varda), TV series (e.g. Chain Letter) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 22, 1966?


August 22, 1966 was a Monday and it was the 234th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 1966 can also be written as 8/22/1966 in the US and as 22/8/1966 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 1966 in August 1966 calendar

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August 22, 1966: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 22, 1966:

  • Beatles arrive in new york city
  • Labor movements nfwa and awoc merge to become the united farm workers organizing committee (ufwoc), the predecessor of the united farm workers.

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August 22, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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

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August 22, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 22, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 1966 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1966 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 August 22, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 01:30 pm and setting at 11:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 01, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 31, 1966.

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Who was born on August 22, 1966?


Famous people born on August 22, 1966:

  • GZA (rapper)

    Gza, also known as the genius, is a rapper and founding member of the influential hip-hop group wu-tang clan.

  • Eric Andolsek

    American football player (born 1966).

  • GZA

    American rapper and producer.

  • Rob Witschge

    Dutch soccer star (ajax / feyenoord).

  • Mark Michaels

    Heavy metal guitarist (teach yourself rhythm guitar).

  • Brooke Dillman

    Comedian.

  • Ken Mehlman

    Politician.

  • Scott Chiamparino
  • Fredrik Stillmann
  • Ismo Falck
  • Michihisa Date
  • Alain Rolland
  • Scott Shiflett
  • Alexandre Torres
  • GZA (Gary Grice

Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

  • Micheline Presle
    Micheline Presle

    French actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.

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August 22, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 57 years 7 months old,

or 691 months and 7 days old,

or 3005 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21039 days old,

if you were born on August 22, 1966.

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 August 22, 1966?

There are 146 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 22, 1966.

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August 22, 1966: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 1966:

  • Apolinary Szeluto

    Composer dies at 82.

  • Vladislav Illič-Svityč
  • Erwin Komenda
  • Gunnar Aaby
  • Niels Petersen

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Kenyatta Kenyatta

    Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Antario Dubois

    Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Arwilda Wimmer

    American actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Michael Collins

    Irish rebel, counter-intelligence and military tactician, and politician; 2nd irish minister of finance (b. 1890).

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August 22, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 1966:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 1966:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 1966: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1966 was Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Summer In The City
  2. - Sunny
  3. - See You In September
  4. - Lil' Red Riding Hood
  5. - Sunshine Superman

August 22, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1966 was With A Girl Like You by Troggs, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - With A Girl Like You
  2. - Yellow Submarine / Eleanor Rigby
  3. - God Only Knows
  4. - Out Of Time
  5. - Black Is Black

August 22, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1966 was Blowin In The Wind by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 22, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blowin In The Wind
  2. - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
  3. - Sunny
  4. - Open The Door To Your Heart
  5. - Warm And Tender Love

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August 22, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Creatures

The Creatures

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Agnès Varda

Starring: Catherine Deneuve, Michel Piccoli, Eva Dahlbeck, Marie-France Mignal

Texas, Adios

Texas, Adios

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Ferdinando Baldi

Starring: Franco Nero, Alberto Dell'Acqua, Elisa Montés, José Guardiola

Arizona Colt

Arizona Colt

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Michele Lupo

Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy

Country: Italy

Requiescant

Requiescant

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Carlo Lizzani

Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini

Country: Italy

Johnny Yuma

Johnny Yuma

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin

Country: Italy

August 22, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Chain Letter

Chain Letter

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Deon Taylor

August 22, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Double Image by Helen MacInnes

The Double Image

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John Craig, an American historian, is shocked to meet his college professor while doing research in Paris.

The Kremlin Letter by Noel Behn

The Kremlin Letter

By:

American Espionage Apparatus

The Embezzler by Louis Auchincloss

The Embezzler

By:

The Embezzler was first published in 1966. It uses conflicting viewpoints and narrative voices to reveal the fabled dimensions American economic history as it was understood at that time.

Games People Play by Eric Berne

Games People Play

By:

Although we think we are relating to others, in reality we are all playing games.

Human Sexual Response by William H. Masters and Virginia E. Johnson

Human Sexual Response

By:

This is the Bible for the Sex Revolution of 1960s. It's impossible to say if this book led or caused the Sex Revolution.

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Who was the US President on August 22, 1966?

On August 22, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1966?

On August 22, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 1966?

On August 22, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of August. 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 August 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

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What happened in 1966?

1966 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
  • Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
  • S African government bans Beatle records

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What was the calendar for August 1966?

August 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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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