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August 23, 1967 was the 235th day of the year 1967, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 23, 1967 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 23, 1967, who was born and died on August 23, 1967, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1967, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ode To Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentry), movies (e.g. Point Blank, directed by John Boorman), TV series (e.g. Whistle Stop) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1967 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1967?
- August 23, 1967: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1967: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1967?
- August 23, 1967: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1967: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1967: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1967: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1967: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1967: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1967: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1967?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1967?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1967?
What day of the week was August 23, 1967?
August 23, 1967 was a Wednesday and it was the 235th day of the year 1967 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1967 can also be written as 8/23/1967 in the US and as 23/8/1967 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1967: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd 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 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 23, 1967: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1967 is Goat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1967 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 23, 1967: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1967 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1967 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 23, 1967 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 09:29 pm and setting at 10:32 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 20, 1967 while the next full moon would come on Sep 18, 1967.
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Who was born on August 23, 1967?
Famous people born on August 23, 1967:
- Andrius Mamontovas
Lithuanian musician known for his solo career and as the lead vocalist of Foje.
- Ty Burrell
Known for his role in the TV show Modern Family.
- Jim Murphy
Scottish lawyer and politician, minister of state for europe.
- Richard Petrie
New zealand cricketer.
- Kazumi Totaka
Japanese composer and voice actor.
- Nancy Jane Cox in Campbellsville
Kentucky, usa; miss kentucky-america-1991.
- Ant
Tv actor.
- Stormie Lynch
Family member.
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Actor.
- Layne Staley
Musician.
- Karen Noble
Morristown, new jersey -- lpga golfer (1995 dinah shore-32nd).
- Markus Ketterer
Helsinki, finland -- hockey goalie (team finland).
- Anthony Kalloniatis
- Sammy Sadler
- Dominic Antonelli
- Arturo Di Corinto
- Cedella Marley
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
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River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Kobe Bryant]()
Kobe BryantBryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Barbara Eden]()
Barbara EdenAmerican actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
![Rita Pavone]()
Rita PavoneRita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
![Rick Springfield]()
Rick SpringfieldAn australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
![Shelley Long]()
Shelley LongAmerican comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
![Jay Mohr]()
Jay MohrAmerican comedian, actor, and radio host.
![Vera Miles]()
Vera MilesAmerican actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1967: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 56 years 8 months old,
or 680 months and 4 days old,
or 2957 weeks and 3 days old,
or 20702 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1967.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 23, 1967?
There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1967?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 23, 1967.
August 23, 1967: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1967:
- Digby Bell
Digby Bell was a renowned actor known for his work on stage and screen.
- Nathaniel Cartmell
American runner and coach (d. 1967).
- Georges Berger
Belgian race car driver (d. 1967).
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
![Rudolph Valentino]()
Rudolph ValentinoRudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
![Lori Nelson]()
Lori NelsonLori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
![Brock Peters]()
Brock PetersNyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
![Kathleen Freeman]()
Kathleen FreemanChicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
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August 23, 1967: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1967:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1967:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1967: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1967 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1967: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1967 was Ode To Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentry, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1967: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1967 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobbie Gentry - Ode To Billie Joe
- The Beatles - All You Need Is Love
- The Monkees - Pleasant Valley Sunday
- The Doors - Light My Fire
- Aretha Franklin - Baby I Love You
August 23, 1967: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1967 was San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) by Scott Mckenzie, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1967: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1967 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Scott Mckenzie - San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair)
- The Beatles - All You Need Is Love
- Tom Jones - I'll Never Fall In Love Again
- Dave Davies - Death Of A Clown
- Stevie Wonder - I Was Made To Love Her
August 23, 1967: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1967 was Baby I Love You by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.
August 23, 1967: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1967 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Aretha Franklin - Baby I Love You
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - Cold Sweat - Part 1
- Stevie Wonder - I Was Made To Love Her
- Gladys Knight And The Pips - Everybody Needs Love
- Bettye Swann - Make Me Yours
August 23, 1967: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1967 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Point Blank
Release year: 1967
Directed by: John Boorman
Starring: Lee Marvin, Angie Dickinson, Keenan Wynn, Carroll O'Connor
Country: United States of America
Death Rides a Horse
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Giulio Petroni
Starring: Lee Van Cleef, John Phillip Law, Mario Brega, Luigi Pistilli
Country: United States of America
Barbarella
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Roger Vadim
Starring: Ugo Tognazzi, Jane Fonda, Antonio Sabato, David Hemmings, Romolo Valli, Sergio Ferrero, Anita Pallenberg, John Phillip Law, Marcel Marceau, Carla Cassola, Véronique Vendell, Giancarlo Cobelli
Country: Italy
Playgirl Killer
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Erick Santamaria
Starring: William Kerwin, Jean Christopher, Andrée Champagne, Neil Sedaka
The Gruesome Twosome
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Herschell Gordon Lewis
Starring: Elizabeth Davis, Gretchen Wells, Chris Martell, Rodney Bedell
August 23, 1967: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1967 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Whistle Stop
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Leonide Moguy
Face the Music
Release year: 1967
Directed by: Carol Wiseman
Die Witzakademie
Release year: 1967
The Woody Woodbury Show
Release year: 1967
Starring: Robert Ridgely
Country: United States of America
August 23, 1967: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1967 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Anyone Can Make A Million
By: Morton Shulman
Encouragement to help you get started on your entrepreneurial journey. . .
The Death Of A President
By: William Manchester
William Manchester's definitive and epic account of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination is now back in print in a new paperback.
Games People Play
By: Eric Berne
Although we think we are relating to others, in reality we are all playing games.
A Modern Priest Looks At His Outdated Church
By: James J. Kavanaugh
#1 on the NY Times Bestseller List. Europeans called it "A Protest of Love" because JK wrote from the heart in order to save the Churches. He separated mythological traditions and the historical truths they veiled.
The New Industrial State
By: John Kenneth Galbraith
John Kenneth Galbraith, a pioneer in American literature, redefined America's view of itself with his incisive commentary and sharp wit. Galbraith claims that the United States is not a society of free enterprise, but rather a structure controlled by the …
Who was the US President on August 23, 1967?
On August 23, 1967 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1967?
On August 23, 1967 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1967?
On August 23, 1967 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
What happened in 1967?
1967 was filled with very interesting events such as
- WGBX TV channel 44 in Boston, MA (PBS) begins broadcasting
- 55th CFL Grey Cup: Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeats Saskatchewan, 24-1
- British troops withdraw from Aden and South Yemen
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What was the calendar for August 1967?
August 1967 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.
