Monday October 23, 1961: on this day

October 23, 1961 was the 296th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Monday.

Is October 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 October 23, 1961, who was born and died on October 23, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Runaround Sue by Dion), movies (e.g. Bachelor in Paradise, directed by Jack Arnold), TV series (e.g. The Dick Van Dyke Show) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was October 23, 1961?


October 23, 1961 was a Monday and it was the 296th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1961 can also be written as 10/23/1961 in the US and as 23/10/1961 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1961 in October 1961 calendar

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October 23, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 1961:

  • Kwamina opens at 54th st. theater nyc for 32 performances

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 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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Birth chart on this day

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

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


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The moon phase on October 23, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 23, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:23 pm and setting at 07:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Nov 22, 1961.

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Who was born on October 23, 1961?


Famous people born on October 23, 1961:

  • Laurie Halse Anderson

    Renowned author known for young adult novels.

  • Stephanos Lazaridis

    Greek-Canadian entrepreneur and founder of the technology company BlackBerry.

  • Andoni Zubizarreta

    Spanish footballer and sportscaster.

  • Vinicio Gómez

    Guatemalan politician (d. 2008).

  • John C. Wright

    Writer.

  • David Kitay
  • Brett Dean
  • Bruno Faidutti
  • Roberto Amodio
  • João Galo

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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


You are 62 years 5 months old,

or 749 months and 27 days old,

or 3260 weeks and 4 days old,

or 22824 days old,

if you were born on October 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 October 23, 1961?

There are 187 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on October 23, 1961:

  • Aymo Maggi
  • Vincenzo Orlandini
  • Paolino Pellanda

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

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

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


Holidays on October 23, 1961:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 23rd and October 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1961 was Runaround Sue by Dion, according to the music chart for the week October 23rd and October 29th.

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

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 23rd and October 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Runaround Sue
  2. - Bristol Stomp
  3. - Big Bad John
  4. - Hit The Road Jack
  5. - Sad Movies (Make Me Cry)

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

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1961 was Walking Back To Happiness by Helen Shapiro, according to the music chart for the week October 23rd and October 29th.

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

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 23rd and October 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Walking Back To Happiness
  2. - Michael
  3. - Kon-Tiki
  4. - Jealousy
  5. - Wild Wind

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

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1961 was Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 23rd and October 29th.

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

The R&B music chart on October 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 23rd and October 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hit The Road Jack
  2. - Ya Ya
  3. - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
  4. - Please Mr. Postman
  5. - Just Got To Know

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

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

Bachelor in Paradise

Bachelor in Paradise

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jack Arnold

Starring: Bob Hope, Lana Turner, Janis Paige, Jim Hutton

El Cid

El Cid

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Anthony Mann

Starring: Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Raf Vallone, Geneviève Page

Country: United States of America

The Mask

The Mask

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Julian Roffman

Starring: Paul Stevens, Claudette Nevins, Bill Walker, Anne Collings

The Giant of Metropolis

The Giant of Metropolis

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Umberto Scarpelli

Starring: Gordon Mitchell, Bella Cortez, Roldano Lupi, Marietto

West Side Story

West Side Story

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise

Starring: Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn

Country: United States of America

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

The most popular TV Series on October 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 Dick Van Dyke Show

The Dick Van Dyke Show

Release year: 1961

Written by:

Starring: Dick Van Dyke, Rose Marie, Morey Amsterdam, Larry Mathews

Country: United States of America

Top Cat

Top Cat

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Alberto Mar

Country: United States of America

Father of the Bride

Father of the Bride

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gary Alazraki

Car 54, Where Are You?

Car 54, Where Are You?

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Bill Fishman

Hamlet

Hamlet

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Almereyda

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

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

A Matter Of Life And Death by Virgilia Peterson

A Matter Of Life And Death

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Moderator of the 1956 TV Show "The Author Meets The Critics" as well as a well-known book critic. Her honest and searching autobiography.

A Nation Of Sheep by William J. Lederer

A Nation Of Sheep

By:

Nation Of Sheep A, William J. Lederer

The House At Old Vine by Norah Lofts

The House At Old Vine

By:

"Tomorrow, the man I love will die; horribly and publicly... I'm supposed to be praying for him to repent.

Franny and Zooey by J.D. Salinger

Franny and Zooey

By:

The author wrote: FRANNY appeared in The New Yorker, 1955. ZOOEY followed in 1957. These stories are critical early entries in a narrative series that I am creating about a family who settled in New York in the 20th century, …

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall by Gayelord Hauser

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

By:

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall: A Call to Beauty by Gayelord Houser

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Who was the US President on October 23, 1961?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1961?

On October 23, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about October 23rd?

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

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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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 October 1961?

October 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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Monday October 23, 1961