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May 25, 1961 was the 145th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 25, 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 May 25, 1961, who was born and died on May 25, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 25, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe), movies (e.g. A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Daniel Petrie), TV series (e.g. Whispering Smith) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 25th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 25, 1961?
- May 25, 1961: What happened on that day?
- May 25, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 25, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 25, 1961?
- May 25, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 25, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- May 25, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 25, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- May 25, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 25, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 25, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 25, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 25, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on May 25, 1961?
What day of the week was May 25, 1961?
May 25, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 145th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 25, 1961 can also be written as 5/25/1961 in the US and as 25/5/1961 in UK and Europe.
May 25, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 25, 1961:
- Jfk sets goal of putting a man on moon before the end of decade
- Nasa civilian pilot joseph a walker takes x-15 to 32,770 m
- Us president john kennedy appeals to congress that the nation should commit to "landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to earth" by the end of the decade.
- Apollo program: u.s. president john f. kennedy announces, before a special joint session of the u.s. congress, his goal to initiate a project to put a "man on the moon" before the end of the decade.
May 25, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 25th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 25, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 25, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 25th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 25, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 25, 1961 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 25, 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 May 25, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 03:26 pm and setting at 03:34 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on May 30, 1961.
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Who was born on May 25, 1961?
Famous people born on May 25, 1961:
- Calvin Ayre
Canadian entrepreneur and founder of the Bodog entertainment brand.
- Dexter Filkins
Journalist.
- Hiro Saito
Wrestler (all-japan / njpw / calgary).
- Antonino Solarino
- Aziz Akhannouch
- Adenor Leonardo Bacchi
- Paul Thompson
- Frank Nopper
- Peter Shirtliff
Whose famous birthday is on May 25th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 25th:
![Cillian Murphy]()
Cillian MurphyCillian Murphy is an Irish actor known for his roles in films such as 28 Days Later, Inception, and the Peaky Blinders TV series.
![Mike Myers]()
Mike MyersMike myers is a canadian comedian and actor best known for his roles in the 'austin powers' film series and as a cast member on 'saturday...
![Ian McKellen]()
Ian McKellenBritish actor, nominated for an oscar in 1999 for his performance in "gods and monsters".
![Anne Heche]()
Anne HecheAmerican actress, heche, who started her career in new york at age 17 as a soap star.
![Dave Lee Travis]()
Dave Lee TravisDave lee travis is a british dj known for his work on bbc radio 1 and as a presenter on top of the pops.
![Barbara Schulz]()
Barbara SchulzShe was a french film and stage actress, and is nominated for the cesar for best promising actress.
![Connie Sellecca]()
Connie SelleccaAmerican model actress and producer.
![Beverly Sills]()
Beverly SillsAmerican singer.
![Dixie Carter]()
Dixie CarterAmerican actress who was primarily a tv star.
![Octavia Spencer]()
Octavia SpencerAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Help.
May 25, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 10 months old,
or 754 months and 25 days old,
or 3282 weeks and 1 day old,
or 22975 days old,
if you were born on May 25, 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 May 25, 1961?
There are 36 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 25th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 25, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 25, 1961.
May 25, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 25, 1961:
- Michele Biancale
What famous deaths happened on May 25th?
Famous deaths on May 25th:
![Dany Robin]()
Dany RobinFrench actress, whose international work includes alfred hitchcock’s "topaz" 1969.
![Nicholas Clay]()
Nicholas ClayBritish actor (born 1946).
![Vic Tayback]()
Vic TaybackBrooklyn, new york -- actor.
![Roy Brown]()
Roy BrownAmerican tv personality, puppeteer and clown, best known for his role as cooky the clown (also cooky the clown) on chicago's "bozo's circus"...
![Charles Nelson Reilly]()
Charles Nelson ReillyAmerican actor and tv host (born in 1931).
- Armarion Smith
Award-winning actor known for his versatile roles.
- Yasna Petrova
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Sundiata
Founder of the Mali Empire and known as the Lion King.
- Beatryce Beebe
Renowned astronomer known for her work on planetary motion.
- Gid Tanner
Legendary baseball player known for his exceptional hitting skills.
May 25, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 25, 1961:
- Ancient Latvia - Urbanas Diena observed
- Virginia - Confederate Memorial Day (1868)
- Argentina - Day of May Revolution/National Day (1810)
- Towel Day, in memory of Douglas Adams, is observed in ?
- The Ascension, one of the great feasts in the Christian liturgical calendar
- The former Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia - Day of Youth
- Chad, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe - African Liberation Day
- Officially declared Carrie Underwood Day in Oklahoma for her winning American Idol
- Jordan - National Day/Arab Renaissance Day (1946)
- Africa Day commemorating the 1963 fouding of he AU's precursor, OAU
Observances on May 25, 1961:
- Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories, 25-31 May
Saints celebrated on May 25, 1961:
- Saint Reinolf
- Saint Marie-Madeleine-Sofie Barat (died 1865)
- Saint Bede the Venerable (died 735)
- Saint Frederic
- Saint Augustine of Canterbury
- Saint Bruno of Wnrzburg
- Saint Hildebert
- Saint Pope Gregory VII (died 1085)
May 25, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 25, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 25, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 25, 1961 was Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 25, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- Del Shannon - Runaway
- Shep and the Limelites - Daddy's Home
- Gene McDaniels - A Hundred Pounds Of Clay
- Ricky Nelson - Travelin' Man
May 25, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 25, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 25, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- The Temperance Seven - You're Driving Me Crazy
- Floyd Cramer - On The Rebound
- Elvis Presley - Wooden Heart
- Bobby Vee - More Than I Can Say / Staying In
May 25, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 25, 1961 was Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 25, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 25, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- The Shirelles - Mama Said
- Maxine Brown - Funny
- Shep And The Limelites - Daddy's Home
- Junior Parker - Driving Wheel
May 25, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 25, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
A Raisin in the Sun
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Daniel Petrie
Starring: Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee, Diana Sands
Country: United States of America
Master of the World
Release year: 1961
Directed by: William Witney
Starring: Vincent Price, Charles Bronson, Henry Hull, Mary Webster
Gidget Goes Hawaiian
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: James Darren, Michael Callan, Deborah Walley, Carl Reiner
Battle at Bloody Beach
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Herbert Coleman
Starring: Audie Murphy, Gary Crosby, Dolores Michaels, Alejandro Rey
Atlas
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Roger Corman
Starring: Michael Forest, Frank Wolff, Barboura Morris, Walter Maslow
May 25, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 25, 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:
Whispering Smith
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Leslie Fenton
Spotlight
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Tom McCarthy
Rob Roy
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones
Amelia
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Mira Nair
May 25, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 25, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Ring Of Bright Water
By: Gavin Maxwell
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.
The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich
By: William L. Shirer
This definitive history of Hitler's rise is back in hardcover, hailed by The New York Times as "one the most important works historical of our time"
The Agony and the Ecstasy
By: Irving Stone
Irving Stone's classic biographical novel about Michaelangelo - in which both the artist as well as the man are fully brought to life. This novel is a masterpiece in its own right. It portrays Michelangelo’s passionate, dangerous love life and …
No Signposts In The Sea
By: Vita Sackville-West
Edmund Carr is more than just a seafarer. He is a renowned journalist and self-made man who recently realized that he only has a very short life.
The Incredible Journey
By: Sheila Burnford
Their instincts told them to go west. So the Labrador retriever, the bull terrier, and the Siamese, a young Labrador retriever set off through Canada.
Who was the US President on May 25, 1961?
On May 25, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 25, 1961?
On May 25, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 25, 1961?
On May 25, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 25th?
May 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th day of the month of May. 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 May 25th, such as:
- 2019 - Saudi arabia-united states relations. iran-saudi arabia relations. iran-saudi arabia proxy conflict: u.s. president donald trump bypasses congress and approves the sale of billions worth of weapons to saudi arabia. he cited iranian threats against the latter.
- 2018 - Noblesville west middle school shootings: two people were injured in a shooting at noblesville west middle school, noblesville, indiana. one suspect is currently in police custody.
- 2017 - A booby-trapped package that was intended to be a gift for the former prime minister of greece, lucas papademos, explodes in his car in athens. his injuries are not considered life-threatening according to authorities.
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 May 1961?
May 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
