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May 26, 1960 was the 147th day of the year 1960, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 26, 1960 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 26, 1960, who was born and died on May 26, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. My Sister Eileen) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1960?
- May 26, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1960?
- May 26, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1960?
What day of the week was May 26, 1960?
May 26, 1960 was a Thursday and it was the 147th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 1960 can also be written as 5/26/1960 in the US and as 26/5/1960 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1960 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1960 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 26, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 06:34 am and setting at 10:00 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 11, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 1960.
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Who was born on May 26, 1960?
Famous people born on May 26, 1960:
![Doug Hutchison]()
Doug HutchisonAmerican actor.
- Frans van Houten
Frans van Houten is a Dutch business executive who has been the CEO of Royal Philips since 2011.
- Dean Lukin
Australian weightlifter.
- Masahiro Matsunaga
Japanese race car driver.
- Rob Murphy
American baseball player.
- Romas Ubartas
Lithuanian discus thrower.
- Charles Schneider
- Karim Saddam
- Eddie Hughes
- Evgenij Giner
- Bill Hutchens
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
![Lauryn Hill]()
Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...
![Pam Grier]()
Pam GrierPam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
![Corinne Le Poulain]()
Corinne Le PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 10 months old,
or 766 months and 24 days old,
or 3334 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23339 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 1960.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 26, 1960?
There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1960.
May 26, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1960:
- Fount Haines
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Ettore Allodoli
- André Jousseaume
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.
- Cybele
Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.
- Samuel Pepys
Samuel Pepys was an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament who is most famous for the detailed diary he kept for a decade,...
- Zeki Velidi Togan
Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.
- Phinneas Newborn
Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.
- Adamae Davis
Renowned jazz singer and performer.
May 26, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1960:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1960:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1960 was Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
- Elvis Presley - Stuck On You
- Jimmy Jones - Good Timin'
- The Brothers Four - Greenfields
- Jackie Wilson - Night
May 26, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1960 was Someone Else's Baby by Adam Faith, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Adam Faith - Someone Else's Baby
- Anthony Newley - Do You Mind?
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Johnny Preston - Cradle Of Love
May 26, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1960 was Doggin' Around by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackie Wilson - Doggin' Around
- Bill Black's Combo - White Silver Sands
- Jessie Hill - Ooh Poo Pah Doo - Part II
- Etta James - All I Could Do Was Cry
- The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
May 26, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
The Trials of Oscar Wilde
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Ken Hughes
Starring: Peter Finch, Yvonne Mitchell, James Mason, Nigel Patrick
The Time Machine
Release year: 1960
Directed by: George Pal
Starring: Rod Taylor, Alan Young, Yvette Mimieux, Sebastian Cabot
Country: United States of America
Pollyanna
Release year: 1960
Directed by: David Swift
Starring: Jane Wyman, Hayley Mills, Richard Egan, Karl Malden
Country: United States of America
Never on Sunday
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Jules Dassin
Starring: Melina Mercouri, Jules Dassin, Giorgos Foundas, Titos Vandis
Country: United States of America
May 26, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 1960 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
My Sister Eileen
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Quine
The Flintstones
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Brian Levant
Young at Heart
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Gordon Douglas
The Long Way Home
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Mark Jonathan Harris
Der schwarze Kanal
Release year: 1960
May 26, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Grant Moves South
By: Bruce Catton
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Bruce's Civil War history is a highly acclaimed account of the controversial Union commander and complex man who ensured the fall of the Confederacy.
The Enemy Within
By: Robert F. Kennedy
This is the compelling, authoritative account of one the most successful, consummate, and famous Senate investigations in modern Congressional History.
The Joy Of Music
By: Leonard Bernstein
(Amadeus). This classic book is Bernstein's best collection of conversations about the meaning and wonder music. Music lovers who want to live the music they love will find this book invaluable.
My Wicked, Wicked Ways
By: Errol Flynn
Errol Flynn is a man well-known to millions as the greatest swashbuckler on the silver screen. He was complex and lived an adventurous life that was far beyond the scope of any of his films.
Who was the US President on May 26, 1960?
On May 26, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1960?
On May 26, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1960?
On May 26, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 26th?
May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
- 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
- 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
What happened in 1960?
1960 was filled with very interesting events such as
- VP Nixon nominated for President at Republican Convention in Chicago
- Anita Lonsbrough swims world / olympic record 200m
- Mickey Wright wins LPGA Grossinger Golf Open
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What was the calendar for May 1960?
May 1960 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.
