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April 28, 1966 was the 118th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 28, 1966 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 28, 1966, who was born and died on April 28, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 28, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Good Lovin' by Young Rascals), movies (e.g. Arizona Colt, directed by Michele Lupo), TV series (e.g. Canvas) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 28th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 28, 1966?
- April 28, 1966: What happened on that day?
- April 28, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 28, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 28, 1966?
- April 28, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 28, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- April 28, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 28, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- April 28, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 28, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 28, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 28, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 28, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on April 28, 1966?
What day of the week was April 28, 1966?
April 28, 1966 was a Thursday and it was the 118th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 28, 1966 can also be written as 4/28/1966 in the US and as 28/4/1966 in UK and Europe.
April 28, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 28, 1966:
- 38th academy awards - the sound of music, julie christie and lee marvin win.
- Ocam, common afro-mauritian organization forms.
- Cleveland indians tie record with 10th straight win since opening day.
- 20th nba championship: boston celtics beat los angeles lakers, 4 games to 3.
- In rhodesia, security forces kill 7 zanla men in combat ''chimurenga'', the zanu rebellion, begins.
April 28, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 28th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 28, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 28, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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April 28, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 28, 1966 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 28, 1966 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 April 28, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:28 pm and setting at 03:26 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1966 while the next full moon would come on May 04, 1966.
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Who was born on April 28, 1966?
Famous people born on April 28, 1966:
- John Daly
Controversial but talented professional golfer known for his long drives and colorful personality.
- Ilana Kloss
Ilana Kloss is a former professional tennis player from South Africa who won multiple Grand Slam doubles titles.
- Marcelis Witte
Contemporary sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials and forms.
- Jean-Luc Crétier
French skier wins gold medal in nagano's downhill.
- Ludwika Włodek
Ludwika Włodek is a Polish journalist and television presenter who has hosted several popular programs on Polish television.
- Henry Blodget
Co-founder and CEO of Business Insider, a prominent business news website.
- Too Short
American rapper, producer and actor.
- Matt Reeves
Director.
- Jim Poole
Rochester, new york -- pitcher (cleveland indians).
- John Patrick Daly in Sacramento
California, usa.
- Jim Poole in Rochester
New york, usa; pitcher (cleveland indians).
- Ali-Reza Pahlavi
- Sándor Hódosi
- Mostafa Madbouly
- Eleonora Palmas
- Vegard Skogheim
Whose famous birthday is on April 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 28th:
![Jessica Alba]()
Jessica AlbaAmerican actress who rose to prominence in television and film in the late 1990s.
![Penélope Cruz]()
Penélope CruzSpanish actress.
![Min-sik Choi]()
Min-sik ChoiMin-sik choi is a south korean actor known for his roles in popular films such as oldboy and i saw the devil.
![Jacques Dutronc]()
Jacques DutroncFrench singer, songwriter and guitarist.
![Bridget Moynahan]()
Bridget MoynahanBridget moynahan is an american actress known for her roles in movies and tv shows such as 'i, robot' and 'blue bloods'.
![Jay Leno]()
Jay LenoAmerican comedian, talk show host and commercial pitchman.
![Harper Lee]()
Harper LeeAmerican author of "to kill a mockingbird", a 1961 pulitzer prize winning novel.
![Kim Gordon]()
Kim GordonAmerican singer, visual artist, musician, producer, video director and fashion designer.
![Carolyn Jones]()
Carolyn JonesAmerican actress.
![Paul Guilfoyle]()
Paul GuilfoyleAmerican actor.
April 28, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 57 years 11 months old,
or 695 months and 26 days old,
or 3025 weeks and 5 days old,
or 21180 days old,
if you were born on April 28, 1966.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 April 28, 1966?
There are 5 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 28, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 28, 1966.
April 28, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 28, 1966:
- Ralph Bunker
Actor ghost goes west, dies at 77 from a stroke.
- Anders Petersen
- Gilberto Govi
What famous deaths happened on April 28th?
Famous deaths on April 28th:
![Rory Calhoun]()
Rory CalhounAmerican actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".
![Ed Begley]()
Ed BegleyHartford, connecticut -- actor (mr koppel - leave it to larry).
![Patricia Medina]()
Patricia MedinaEnglish actress (b. 1919).
- Joshiah Willard Gibbs
Known for his contributions to thermodynamics and physical chemistry.
- Marri Sivaram
Distinguished war correspondent known for his insightful analysis.
- Penelopi Fitzgerald
British author celebrated for her literary fiction.
- Gopinath Mohanty
Gopinath Mohanty was a renowned Oriya writer and novelist, known for his works like 'Danapani' and 'Amrutara Santana'.
- Amaka Igwe
Renowned Nigerian screenwriter and film producer.
- Madalee Milton
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
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April 28, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 28, 1966:
- Arbor Day - legal state holiday in Nebraska, USA.
- National Heroes Day - public holiday in Barbados in honor of men and women who played a significant role in the island nation's history, such as Sir Garfield Sobers.
- Peter Chanel
- Louis Marie Grignon of Montfort
- Luchesius
- Patritius
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Theodora and Didymus
- World Day for Safety and Health at Work, which developed from the Canadian observance.
- National Day of Mourning in Canada to commemorate workers killed, injured, or suffering illness due to occupational hazards and accidents.
- Roman Empire - first day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.
Observances on April 28, 1966:
- International Girls in ICT Day [ITU]
- World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Saints celebrated on April 28, 1966:
- Saints Vitalis and Valeria
April 28, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 28, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 25th and May 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 28, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 28, 1966 was Good Lovin' by Young Rascals, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 28, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 25th and May 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Young Rascals - Good Lovin'
- The Righteous Brothers - (You're My) Soul And Inspiration
- The Mamas & The Papas - Monday, Monday
- The Beach Boys - Sloop John B
- Johnny Rivers - Secret Agent Man
April 28, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 28, 1966 was Pretty Flamingo by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 28, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 25th and May 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Manfred Mann - Pretty Flamingo
- The Beach Boys - Sloop John B
- The Lovin' Spoonful - Daydream
- Troggs - Wild Thing
- The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
April 28, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 28, 1966 was Get Ready by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 28, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 25th and May 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Temptations - Get Ready
- Joe Tex - The Love You Save (May Be Your Own)
- Wilson Pickett - 634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)
- The Poets - She Blew A Good Thing
- Otis Redding - Satisfaction
April 28, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 28, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Arizona Colt
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy
Country: Italy
Modesty Blaise
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Joseph Losey
Starring: Monica Vitti, Terence Stamp, Dirk Bogarde, Harry Andrews
Requiescant
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Carlo Lizzani
Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini
Country: Italy
Johnny Yuma
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri
Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin
Country: Italy
Secrets of a Windmill Girl
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Arnold L. Miller
Starring: Dana Gillespie, April Wilding, Pauline Collins, Renee Houston
April 28, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 28, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Canvas
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Joseph Greco
April 28, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 28, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Up The Down Staircase
By: Bel Kaufman
Bel Kaufman's Up the Down Staircase, one of the most beloved novels of all time, is among the most loved. It has been translated in sixteen languages and made into a prize-winning motion movie. The play was staged at high …
In Cold Blood
By: Truman Capote
National Bestseller Four members of the Clutter Family were brutally killed by blasts from a shotgun a few inches away in Holcomb, Kansas on November 15, 1959.
The Proud Tower
By: Barbara W. Tuchman
"The diplomatic origins of the War, so-called are only the fever chart for the patient. They do not reveal what caused the fever.
A Thousand Days
By: Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr
Arthur Schlesinger, the president's special assistant, witnessed firsthand the personalities and politics that influenced the Kennedy administration.
Unsafe At Any Speed
By: Ralph Nader
Ralph Nader's classic book on the Corviar. 1965 Unsafe at all speeds is the complete story about how cars kill and why automobile manufacturers failed.
Who was the US President on April 28, 1966?
On April 28, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 28, 1966?
On April 28, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 28, 1966?
On April 28, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about April 28th?
April 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of April. 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 April 28th, such as:
- 2019 - Terrorists storm a church, in burkina faso's soum province. six people are killed. the pastor, his two sons and three worshippers are among the victims.
- 2018 - Israel launched airstrikes against hamas ships in gaza's harbor and a hamas building at deir al balah as a response to ongoing and sometimes violent protests.
- 2017 - Tsunami warnings were issued after a 6.8 earthquake struck the philippines' mindanao coast.
What happened in 1966?
1966 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
- Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
- S African government bans Beatle records
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What was the calendar for April 1966?
April 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
