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February 22, 1961 was the 53rd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is February 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 February 22, 1961, who was born and died on February 22, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 22, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Calcutta by Lawrence Welk), movies (e.g. Posse from Hell, directed by Herbert Coleman), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 22nd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 22, 1961?
- February 22, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 22, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 22, 1961?
- February 22, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 22, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- February 22, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 22, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- February 22, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 22, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 22, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 22, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on February 22, 1961?
What day of the week was February 22, 1961?
February 22, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 22, 1961 can also be written as 2/22/1961 in the US and as 22/2/1961 in UK and Europe.
February 22, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 22, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 22nd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 22, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 22, 1961 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 22, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 11:14 am and setting at 01:43 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.
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Who was born on February 22, 1961?
Famous people born on February 22, 1961:
- Lowell Liebermann
American composer known for his works for orchestra and chamber ensembles.
- Akira Takasaki
Japanese producer and songwriter (lazy and loudness).
- Mike Morris
English talk show host (b. 1946).
- Marla O'Hara in Gardena
California, usa; wpva volleyball star (santa cruz third-1991).
- Don Van
Spall; guitarist (sleeze beez).
- Mike Hohensee
- Iwona Kuczyńska
- Sergio Sellitto
- Patrick Cabanel
- Mark Day
- Mago Forest
- Bruno Génard
- Christopher Hart
- Michele Foresta
- Christa Tobler
Whose famous birthday is on February 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 22nd:
![Drew Barrymore]()
Drew BarrymoreAmerican actress, noted family.
![Steve Irwin]()
Steve IrwinHe is an australian environmentalist and television personality.
![Kyle MacLachlan]()
Kyle MacLachlanAmerican actor best known for his portrayal of a small-town innocent in 1986's "blue velvet.
![Thomas Jane]()
Thomas JaneAmerican producer and director of actor.
![Giulietta Masina]()
Giulietta MasinaItalian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.
![Julie Walters]()
Julie WaltersBritish actress who received critical acclaim for her performance as "educating rita", winning a tony award for stage performance.
![Bruce Forsyth]()
Bruce ForsythLondon, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).
![Jonathan Demme]()
Jonathan DemmeAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Sheila Hancock]()
Sheila HancockEnglish actress and author.
![Ellen Greene]()
Ellen GreeneAmerican actress and singer.
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February 22, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 2 months old,
or 758 months and 3 days old,
or 3296 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23073 days old,
if you were born on February 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 February 22, 1961?
There are 303 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 22nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 22, 1961.
February 22, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 22, 1961:
- Nick LaRocca
American trumpet player and bandleader (original dixieland jass band), (d. 1961).
- George de las Cuevas Bustillo y Teheran
Chilean marquis dies at 75.
- Antonín Eltschkner
- Giacomo Paulucci di Calboli
- George de Cuevas
- Carlo Ernesto Accetti
What famous deaths happened on February 22nd?
Famous deaths on February 22nd:
![Simone Simon]()
Simone SimonFamed french actress, best known for marc allegret’s "lac aux dames.
![Ed Flanders]()
Ed FlandersActor (dr westphall st elsewhere), commits suicide when he is 60.
![Morgan Woodward]()
Morgan WoodwardAmerican actor (b. 1925).
![Efrem Zimbalist]()
Efrem ZimbalistRussian-american violinist composer, conductor.
![Edith Barrett]()
Edith BarrettActress (molly & me ghost ship), dies aged 64.
![Joan Woodbury]()
Joan WoodburyActress (super sleuth, northwest trail).
- Andy Warhol
A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic silkscreen paintings of celebrities and consumer products.
- Beyla Warhol
Beyla Warhol was an American visual artist, film director, and producer who was a leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop...
- Javel Warhol
American artist and a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.
- Majour Warhol
An American artist, Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic paintings of celebrities and consumer...
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February 22, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 22, 1961:
- Blessed Saint Isabel of France (+1270)
- United States - Washington's Birthday (traditionally).
- Ash Wednesday in 2023.
- The Scouting movement celebrates this day as "B.-P. day" or "Founder's Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
- The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts celebrates this day as "Thinking Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
- Roman Catholic Church - Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter.
Saints celebrated on February 22, 1961:
- Saint Lucia - independence (1979).
February 22, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 22, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 22, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 1961 was Calcutta by Lawrence Welk, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 22, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lawrence Welk - Calcutta
- The Miracles - Shop Around
- The Capris - There's A Moon Out Tonight
- The Shirelles - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
- Chubby Checker - Pony Time
February 22, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 22, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 22, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
- Petula Clark - Sailor
- Johnny Burnette - You're Sixteen
- Duane Eddy - Pepe
- The Everly Brothers - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
February 22, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.
February 22, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 22, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) - Shop Around
- Maxine Brown - All In My Mind
- The Shirelles - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
- Chubby Checker - Pony Time
- Etta James - At Last
February 22, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 22, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Posse from Hell
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Herbert Coleman
Starring: Audie Murphy, John Saxon, Zohra Lampert, Vic Morrow
Reptilicus
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Sidney W. Pink
Starring: Bent Mejding, Asbjørn Andersen, Povl Wøldike, Ann Smyrner
Country: United States of America
The Canadians
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Burt Kennedy
Starring: Robert Ryan, John Dehner, Torin Thatcher, Burt Metcalfe
Gold of the Seven Saints
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Gordon Douglas
Starring: Clint Walker, Roger Moore, Letícia Román, Robert Middleton
Country: United States of America
Mother Joan of the Angels
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Jerzy Kawalerowicz
Starring: Lucyna Winnicka, Mieczyslaw Voit, Anna Ciepielewska, Maria Chwalibóg
February 22, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 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:
The Treasure Seekers
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Juliet May
Happily Ever After
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Yvan Attal
Boomerang
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Reginald Hudlin
An Enemy of the People
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Satyajit Ray
Cover Girl
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Charles Vidor
February 22, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 22, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Pomp And Circumstance
By: Noel Coward
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.
The Lovely Ambition
By: Mary Ellen Chase
"The Lovely Ambition will deliver what readers have come to expect from Miss Chase, especially in nineteenth-century Maine.
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.
Fate Is The Hunter
By: Ernest K. Gann
Ernest K. Gann's classic memoir gives an intimate and exciting account of the turbulent early days of commercial aviation. Gann takes you into the cockpit and recounts it in his unique style.
Who was the US President on February 22, 1961?
On February 22, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 1961?
On February 22, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 22, 1961?
On February 22, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about February 22nd?
February 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of February. 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 February 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 venezuelan presidential crisis: venezuelan national guard troops open fire on indigenous pemon protestors who tried to block a military convoy headed to brazil-venezuela border. at least two people were killed and 14 more were injured.
- 2018 - Police in montenegro have identified the attacker of a grenade attack against the u.s. embassy in podgorica yesterday. he was an ex-military veteran of the armed forces of yugoslavia, according to authorities.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.
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 February 1961?
February 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
