Monday October 30, 1961: on this day

About October 30th, 1961, in brief:

  • Historical events: Soviet Union tests a 58 megaton hydrogen bomb
  • Day of the week: October 30th, 1961 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Adam Copeland, Dan Castellaneta
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Runaround Sue by Dion
  • #1 UK song: His Latest Flame / Little Sisters by Elvis Presley
  • Popular movie: Flower Drum Song directed by Henry Koster

More about October 30th, 1961? See below for more news and curiosities on October 30th, 1961.

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What day of the week was October 30, 1961?


October 30, 1961 was a Monday and it was the 303rd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 30, 1961 can also be written as 10/30/1961 in the US and as 30/10/1961 in UK and Europe.

October 30, 1961 in October 1961 calendar

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October 30, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 30, 1961:

  • Soviet union tests a 58 megaton hydrogen bomb
  • Un unanimously elects u thant acting secretary general of the un
  • Because of ''violations of lenin's precepts'', it is decreed that joseph stalin's body be removed from its place of honour inside lenin's tomb and buried near the kremlin wall with a plain granite marker instead.
  • Hurricane hattie devastates belize city, belize killing over 270. after the hurricane, the capital moves to the inland city of belmopan.
  • Joseph stalin's body is removed from the lenin mausoleum.
  • November ndash the fantastic four #1 comic debuts, launching the marvel universe and revolutionizing the american comic book industry.
  • The hungry generation movement is launched in calcutta, india.
  • The interstate commerce commission's federal order banning segregation at all interstate public facilities officially comes into effect.
  • The madame alexander doll club is founded by margaret doris winson of sweet springs mo.
  • The soviet union detonates the tsar bomba, the most powerful explosive device ever detonated.
  • Due to "violations of vladimir lenin's precepts", it is decreed that joseph stalin's body be removed from its place of honour inside lenin's tomb and buried near the kremlin wall with a plain granite marker.

October 30, 1961: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 30, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 30th 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 30, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 30, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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October 30, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 30, 1961 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 30, 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 30, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 09:50 pm and setting at 01:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 23, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Nov 22, 1961.

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Who was born on October 30, 1961?


Famous people born on October 30, 1961:

  • Larry Wilmore
    Larry Wilmore

    American comedian and television host.

  • Wesley Edens

    Co-founder of Fortress Investment Group.

  • Scott Garrelts

    American baseball player.

  • Giorgos Papakonstantinou

    Greek economist and politician, greek minister of finance.

  • Kalman Toth

    Canadian ballet dancer, le grande ballet 1982.

  • Hans Segers

    Soccer goaltender (psv, nottingham forest, wimbledon).

  • Nancy Werlin

    Writer.

  • Seth Adonkor
  • Kalman Daniel Toth
  • Zoran Tucić
  • Mohamed Benchiha
  • Rauno Bies
  • Joe Berlinger
  • Ronald Garan
  • Joe Heck
  • Kim Jong-yang
  • Kumi Kubota
  • Eamon Martin

Whose famous birthday is on October 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 30th:

  • Adam Copeland
    Adam Copeland

    Adam copeland, also known as edge, is a retired professional wrestler who achieved fame in the wwe and is known for his multiple...

  • Dan Castellaneta
    Dan Castellaneta

    Dan castellaneta is an american actor best known for providing the voice of homer simpson on the animated television series the simpsons.

  • Fanny Brice
    Fanny Brice

    Fanny brice was a renowned comedian known for her work in vaudeville, broadway, and radio, and for her iconic portrayal of the character...

  • Ashley Graham
    Ashley Graham

    Ashley graham is a well-known american model who is celebrated for her work in promoting body positivity and diversity in the fashion...

  • Gavin Rossdale
    Gavin Rossdale

    An actor and musician from england, bush was the lead singer and rhythm guitar of the rock band.

  • Louis Malle
    Louis Malle

    French director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.

  • Nia Long
    Nia Long

    Nia long is an american actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'boyz n the hood' and 'the fresh prince of...

  • Matthew Morrison
    Matthew Morrison

    Matthew morrison is an american actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as will schuester on the television show glee.

  • Claude Lelouch
    Claude Lelouch

    He is a french film producer and screenwriter, who rose to fame as a 13-year-old.

  • Henry Winkler
    Henry Winkler

    American actor who was most well-known for his role as the brazen, ultra-cool biker arthur fonzie fonzarelli in the tv series happy days.

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October 30, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 6 months old,

or 750 months and 11 days old,

or 3262 weeks and 5 days old,

or 22839 days old,

if you were born on October 30, 1961.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 30, 1961?

There are 172 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 30, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 30, 1961.

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October 30, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 30, 1961:

  • Luigi Einaudi

    Italian economist and politician, 2nd president of the italian republic (b. 1874).

  • Natale Sardelli
  • Carlo Semenza
  • Georges Artigue
  • Cayetano Ordóñez
  • Margherita Sarfatti
  • «El Niño de la Palma» (Cayetano Ordóñez y Aguilera

What famous deaths happened on October 30th?

Famous deaths on October 30th:

  • Georges Brassens
    Georges Brassens

    French composer, poet, and singer.

  • Steve Allen
    Steve Allen

    American comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.

  • Robert Goulet
    Robert Goulet

    American singer and handsome lead man, who won a tony for the broadway musical "the happy time.

  • Ramon Novarro
    Ramon Novarro

    Mexican-american actor, who was the star of silent film and won wide acclaim with his dashing roles in "the prisoner of zenda", and...

  • Al Molinaro
    Al Molinaro

    American actor (d. 2015).

  • June Duprez
    June Duprez

    Actress (calcutta tiger fang), is killed at 66.

  • Joseph Campbell

    American mythologist known for his work on comparative mythology and the hero's journey.

  • Zakariya al-Razi

    A renowned Persian polymath who made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, alchemy, and philosophy.

  • Emmerich Kálmán

    Emmerich Kálmán was a Hungarian composer best known for his operettas.

  • Roberth Fisk

    Renowned war correspondent and Middle East expert.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 30th

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October 30, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 30, 1961:

  • St. Marcel
  • Bl. John Slade
  • St. Theonestus
  • St. Talacrian
  • St. Macarius
  • St. Herbert
  • St. Serapion
  • USA - Mischief Night in some areas (known as Devil's Night in Detroit)
  • Also see October 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • St. Zenobius & Zenobia
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October 30, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 30, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 30th and November 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 30, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 30, 1961 was Runaround Sue by Dion, according to the music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

October 30, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 30, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 30th and November 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Runaround Sue
  2. - Bristol Stomp
  3. - Big Bad John
  4. - Hit The Road Jack
  5. - I Love How You Love Me

October 30, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 30, 1961 was His Latest Flame / Little Sisters by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

October 30, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 30, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 30th and November 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - His Latest Flame / Little Sisters
  2. - Walking Back To Happiness
  3. - When The Girl In Your Arms Is The Girl In Your Heart
  4. - Wild Wind

October 30, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 30, 1961 was Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

October 30, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 30, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 30th and November 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

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October 30, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 30, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Flower Drum Song

Flower Drum Song

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Henry Koster

Starring: Nancy Kwan, James Shigeta, Benson Fong, Jack Soo

Country: United States of America

Too Late Blues

Too Late Blues

Release year: 1961

Directed by: John Cassavetes

Starring: Bobby Darin, Stella Stevens, Everett Chambers, Nick Dennis

Susan Slade

Susan Slade

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Delmer Daves

Starring: Troy Donahue, Dorothy McGuire, Connie Stevens, Lloyd Nolan

Werewolf in a Girls' Dormitory

Werewolf in a Girls' Dormitory

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Paolo Heusch

Starring: Barbara Lass, Carl Schell, Curt Lowens, Maurice Marsac

Bachelor in Paradise

Bachelor in Paradise

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jack Arnold

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

October 30, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 30, 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 30, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 30, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Clock Without Hands by Carson McCullers

Clock Without Hands

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Clock Without Hands is McCullers's most powerful statement about race, class and justice. It was set in Georgia just before court-ordered integration.

Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

By:

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.

Chairman Of The Bored by Edward Streeter

Chairman Of The Bored

By:

First edition printed by Harper in 1961; pages tight and clean, some yellowing, 274 Pages.

The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone

The Agony and the Ecstasy

By:

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 …

A Nation Of Sheep by William J. Lederer

A Nation Of Sheep

By:

Nation Of Sheep A, William J. Lederer

history

Who was the US President on October 30, 1961?

On October 30, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1961?

On October 30, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 30, 1961?

On October 30, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about October 30th?

October 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th 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 30th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon yutu creates landslides and leaves at least four people dead in the philippines.
  • 2017 - Gaza-israel conflict: seven hamas militants are killed when an idf destroys a tunnel that was partially completed from gaza strip's border. it crossed into israeli territory. many more were killed in rescue operations.
  • 2016 - Sinai insurgency: six insurgents and 4 soldiers were killed in a military operation in north sinai governorate.

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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.

Discover how October 1961 calendar looked like.

Monday October 30, 1961