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July 26, 1962 was the 207th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is July 26, 1962 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 26, 1962, who was born and died on July 26, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 26, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Roses Are Red (My Love) by Bobby Vinton), movies (e.g. Zotz!, directed by William Castle), TV series (e.g. Personally Yours) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 26th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 26, 1962?
- July 26, 1962: What happened on that day?
- July 26, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 26, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 26, 1962?
- July 26, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 26, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
- July 26, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
- July 26, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 26, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 26, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 26, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 26, 1962?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 26, 1962?
- Who was the Pope on July 26, 1962?
What day of the week was July 26, 1962?
July 26, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 207th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 26, 1962 can also be written as 7/26/1962 in the US and as 26/7/1962 in UK and Europe.
July 26, 1962: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 26, 1962:
- Maria oeljanov, 1st airship with nuclear missiles, arrives in cuba
- Milwaukee brave warren spahn sets hr record of 31 by a pitcher
July 26, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 26th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.
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July 26, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 26, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Tiger personality and how the Water 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 July 26th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 26, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 26, 1962 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 26, 1962 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 July 26, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 01:41 am and setting at 05:08 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1962.
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Who was born on July 26, 1962?
Famous people born on July 26, 1962:
- Santo Cilauro
Australian author known for his comedic writing.
- Olaf Olafsson
Icelandic-American author and executive.
- Joye Lee-McNelis
American politician who served as the mayor of Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
- Jody Reed
Tampa, florida -- infielder (san diego padres).
- Mairéad Mhaonaigh
Irish fiddler and singer (altan t with string sisters and maggies).
- Galina Chistyakova
Russian jumper (world record 1988).
- Uwe Raab
- Safia Mohammed
- Anne Bernet
- Danny Young
- Sigga
- Stefano Borgia
- Stefano Caprioli
- Paolo Chiavacci
- Stefano Gervasoni
- Fernando Grande-Marlaska
- Sergej Vladilenovič Kirienko
Whose famous birthday is on July 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 26th:
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Sandra BullockAmerican actress and producer.
![Jason Statham]()
Jason StathamJason statham is a british actor known for his roles in action films such as the transporter series and the fast & furious franchise.
![Mick Jagger]()
Mick JaggerBritish singer, songwriter, actor and musician.
![Kate Beckinsale]()
Kate BeckinsaleKate beckinsale is a british actress known for her roles in the underworld film series and for her work in various action and drama films.
![Walter Brennan]()
Walter BrennanWalter brennan was an american actor known for his distinctive voice and performances in over 200 films, winning three academy awards for...
![Taylor Momsen]()
Taylor MomsenTaylor momsen is an american singer and actress known for her role as jenny humphrey in the tv show gossip girl and as the lead vocalist of...
![Kevin Spacey]()
Kevin SpaceyAmerican actor.
![Helen Mirren]()
Helen MirrenBritish actress and winner of a variety of awards.
![Alice Taglioni]()
Alice TaglioniShe was a french actress, of corsican heritage.
![Elizabeth Gillies]()
Elizabeth GilliesElizabeth gillies is an american actress known for her role as jade west on the tv show victorious.
July 26, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 61 years 8 months old,
or 740 months and 28 days old,
or 3221 weeks and 5 days old,
or 22552 days old,
if you were born on July 26, 1962.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 July 26, 1962?
There are 94 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday July 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 26, 1962?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 26, 1962.
July 26, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 26, 1962:
- Ikeya Seki
Renowned Japanese astronomer known for his discovery of several comets.
- Giorgio Preca
- Raquel Meller
- Gabriel Arias-Salgado
What famous deaths happened on July 26th?
Famous deaths on July 26th:
![Olivia de Havilland]()
Olivia de HavillandOlivia de havilland was a british-born actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'gone with the wind' and 'the adventures of...
![June Foray]()
June ForayLegendary voice actress known for voicing many iconic animated characters.
![Russi Taylor]()
Russi TaylorAmerican voice actress (d. 2019).
![Lupe Ontiveros]()
Lupe OntiverosAmerican actress and producer (d.2012).
![Terry Scott]()
Terry ScottBritish actor (born 1927).
![Lilian Harvey]()
Lilian HarveyBritish actress (congress dances).
- Eva Perón
Argentine actress, who was active in radio and films before she married juan peron on 10/21/1945.
- Tawfiq al-Hakim
Renowned Egyptian playwright known for his works blending Western and Arab influences.
- Yun Wang
Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Marcelis Hollands
Renowned Dutch painter known for his landscapes and still life paintings.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 26th
July 26, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 26, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 23rd and July 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 26, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 26, 1962 was Roses Are Red (My Love) by Bobby Vinton, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 26, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Vinton - Roses Are Red (My Love)
- The Orlons - The Wah-Watusi
- Brian Hyland - Sealed With A Kiss
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- David Rose and His Orchestra - The Stripper
July 26, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 26, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 26, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- Frank Ifield - I Remember You
- Mike Sarne With Wendy Richard - Come Outside
- Joe Brown - A Picture Of You
- Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
July 26, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 26, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 26, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- The Isley Brothers - Twist And Shout
- Sam Cooke - Bring It On Home To Me
- Don Gardner And Dee Dee Ford - I Need Your Loving
- Barbara Lynn - You'll Lose A Good Thing
July 26, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 26, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Zotz!
Release year: 1962
Directed by: William Castle
Starring: Tom Poston, Julia Meade, Jim Backus, Fred Clark
Country: United States of America
The Lion
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Jack Cardiff
Starring: William Holden, Trevor Howard, Capucine, Pamela Franklin
Hemingway's Adventures of a Young Man
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Martin Ritt
Starring: Richard Beymer, Diane Baker, Corinne Calvet, Fred Clark
I Thank a Fool
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Robert Stevens
Starring: Susan Hayward, Peter Finch, Diane Cilento, Cyril Cusack
Black Gold
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Leslie H. Martinson
Starring: Philip Carey, Diane McBain, James Best, Fay Spain
July 26, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 26, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Personally Yours
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Jeffrey Reiner
The Franchise Affair
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Leonard Lewis
July 26, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 26, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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 …
In The Clearing
By: Robert Frost
This collection was Robert Frost's last collection of poems, and it became a national bestseller upon its publication.
Jfk Coloring Book
By: Jackie Kannon
How could a coloring book be on the New York Times Nonfiction Best Sellers List for 14 weeks? It was 1962.
Portrait In Brownstone
By: Louis Auchincloss
Hardcover, no dust jacket. Pencil mark on front cover. Pages are in perfect condition, with bent corners.
July 26, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 26, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Spacewar!
Who was the US President on July 26, 1962?
On July 26, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 26, 1962?
On July 26, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on July 26, 1962?
On July 26, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about July 26th?
July 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of July. 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 July 26th, such as:
- 2019 - The u.s. department of justice has approved a $26 billion merger of sprint and t-mobile. they will be the third largest mobile network operator in the country if they are successful.
- 2018 - Facebook stock drops 20% (us$118billion), setting a new record for the largest stock market loss in one trading day and the first time that a stock has lost more than $100 billion in one trading day.
- 2017 - According to the defense ministry between 26 and 30 military personnel have died and more than 80 taliban militants were either killed or injured in intense fighting at a kandahar province military base.
What happened in 1962?
1962 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
- 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
- Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome
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What was the calendar for July 1962?
July 1962 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.
