Thursday March 23, 1961: on this day

March 23, 1961 was the 82nd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 23, 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 March 23, 1961, who was born and died on March 23, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 23, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Surrender by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. One-Eyed Jacks, directed by Marlon Brando), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 23rd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 23, 1961?


March 23, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 82nd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 23, 1961 can also be written as 3/23/1961 in the US and as 23/3/1961 in UK and Europe.

March 23, 1961 in March 1961 calendar

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March 23, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 23rd is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 23, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 23, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on March 23rd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 23, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 23, 1961 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 23, 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 March 23, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:35 am and setting at 01:18 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 02, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Apr 01, 1961.

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Who was born on March 23, 1961?


Famous people born on March 23, 1961:

  • Ali Hewson

    Ali hewson is an irish activist and businesswoman, best known for her philanthropic work and for being the wife of u2's lead singer, bono.

  • Galadriel Wilson

    Renowned biologist known for her research on marine ecosystems.

  • Craig Green

    New zealand rugby player.

  • Helmi Johannes

    Indonesian producer and journalist.

  • Roger Crisp

    English academic and philosopher.

  • Steve Holmes

    Director and actor in porn from romania-american.

  • Chinche Lafuente
  • Paolo Marcheschi
  • Eivind Aarset
  • Norrie McCathie
  • Luca Bergamini
  • Francesco Ferrante
  • Billy Warlock

Whose famous birthday is on March 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 23rd:

  • Joan Crawford
    Joan Crawford

    Joan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...

  • Kangana Ranaut
    Kangana Ranaut

    Kangana ranaut is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being a vocal advocate for women's rights and empowerment.

  • Kyrie Irving
    Kyrie Irving

    Kyrie irving is a professional basketball player known for his exceptional ball-handling skills and clutch performances in big games.

  • Pierre Palmade
    Pierre Palmade

    French comedian, actor and humorist.

  • Chaka Khan
    Chaka Khan

    American black singer and songwriter who is well-known in the world of black music.

  • Michelle Monaghan
    Michelle Monaghan

    Michelle monaghan is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as mission: impossible iii, gone baby gone, and source...

  • Keri Russell
    Keri Russell

    Keri russell is an american actress known for her role as felicity porter in the tv series felicity and for her performance in the spy...

  • Wernher von Braun
    Wernher von Braun

    Rocket scientist (v1/v2) dies after 65 years of smoking.

  • Richard Grieco
    Richard Grieco

    American model actor and producer.

  • Corinne Cléry
    Corinne Cléry

    Corinne piccolo, french actress and model.

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March 23, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 11 months old,

or 755 months and 25 days old,

or 3286 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23007 days old,

if you were born on March 23, 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 March 23, 1961?

There are 4 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 23, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 23, 1961.

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March 23, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 23, 1961:

  • Albert Bloch

    American academic and painter (d. 1961).

  • Jack Russell

    England cricketer and coach.

  • Valentin Vasilyevich Bondarenko

    At 24 years old, a cosmonaut is killed in an accident.

  • James Edward Murray

    American politician (senator-democrat-montana) (1935-61), dies.

  • Valentin Bondarenko

What famous deaths happened on March 23rd?

Famous deaths on March 23rd:

  • Elizabeth Taylor
    Elizabeth Taylor

    British-american actress, born in london to american parents who now reside in britain.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • George Segal
    George Segal

    American stage and film actor who was nominated for an oscar in 1966 for his role as "who's afraid of virginia woolf".

  • Lola Albright
    Lola Albright

    American actress.

  • Peter Lorre
    Peter Lorre

    Hungarian actor on stage, tv and film, as well screenwriter and director.

  • Ken Howard
    Ken Howard

    American actor, writer and musician.

  • Delores Taylor
    Delores Taylor

    Delores Taylor was an actress known for her role in the Billy Jack film series.

  • Denise DuBarry
    Denise DuBarry

    Denise DuBarry was an American actress known for her roles in 'Being There' and 'Black Sheep Squadron.

  • Mona Maris
    Mona Maris

    Actress (camila berlin correspondent), is killed at 88.

  • Patricia Roberts Harris

    First African American woman to serve in the U.S.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 23rd

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March 23, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 23, 1961:

  • Roman Empire - Tubilustrium was held in honor of Mars.
  • Ancient Latvia - Lieldienas held in honor of Mara and other pagan goddesses.
  • Pakistan - National Day (Republic Day).
  • Roman Empire - The fifth and final day of Quinquatria, held in honor of Minerva.

Observances on March 23, 1961:

  • World Meteorological Day

Saints celebrated on March 23, 1961:

  • Saint Rebecca (d.1914)
  • Saint Turibius of Mongrovejo (died 1606)
  • Saint Ethelwald
  • Saint Victorian
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March 23, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 23, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 20th and March 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 23, 1961 was Surrender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 23, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Surrender
  2. - Pony Time
  3. - Don't Worry
  4. - Where The Boys Are
  5. - Dedicated To The One I Love

March 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 23, 1961 was Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 23, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
  2. - Are You Sure
  3. - Wooden Heart
  4. - Theme For A Dream
  5. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

March 23, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 23, 1961 was Pony Time by Chubby Checker, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 20th and March 26th.

March 23, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 20th and March 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Pony Time
  2. - Dedicated To The One I Love
  3. - I Pity The Fool
  4. - All In My Mind
  5. - Gee Whiz (Look At His Eyes)

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March 23, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 23, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

The Assassin

The Assassin

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Elio Petri

Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Micheline Presle, Cristina Gaioni, Salvo Randone

Spotlight on a Murderer

Spotlight on a Murderer

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Georges Franju

Starring: Pierre Brasseur, Pascale Audret, Marianne Koch, Jean-Louis Trintignant

The Hoodlum Priest

The Hoodlum Priest

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Irvin Kershner

Starring: Don Murray, Larry Gates, Cindi Wood, Keir Dullea

March 23, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 23, 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

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

The Avengers

The Avengers

Release year: 1960

Written by:

Directed by: Jeremiah Chechik

Starring: Patrick Macnee

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

March 23, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 23, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sermons And Soda Water by John O'Hara

Sermons And Soda Water

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John O'Hara, Three Volumes in One, Random Hse. Book club ed., in DJ

The White Nile by Alan Moorehead

The White Nile

By:

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.

Decision At Delphi by Helen MacInnes

Decision At Delphi

By:

It was just another routine overseas assignment. This is what Ken Strang, a young architect from New York, thought when he was sent to Europe by a national travel magazine to draw the ruins of Greece.

Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

By:

The story of Gavin Maxwell and his life with otters off the west coast of Scotland was hailed as a masterpiece in 1960. It remains one of the most beloved books.

Dr. Tom Dooley'S Three Great Books by Dr. Tom Dooley

Dr. Tom Dooley'S Three Great Books

By:

Three Great Books by Dr. Tom Dooley, 1960. Compilation - Three novels in one: Deliver Us from Evil, The Edge of Tomorrow, and The Night They Burned the Mountain.

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Who was the US President on March 23, 1961?

On March 23, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 23, 1961?

On March 23, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 23, 1961?

On March 23, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about March 23rd?

March 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of March. 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 March 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian democratic forces announces the capture of isil's last territory in syria.
  • 2018 - Aftermath from the 2017 parsons green bombing: ahmed hassan mohammed ali, a terrorist convict, is being held for life in london on one count each of attempted murder and causing an explosive with intent to endanger lives. before he can be paroled, he will need to serve 34 years.
  • 2017 -

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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 March 1961?

March 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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