Saturday December 31, 1960: on this day

December 31, 1960 was a Saturday and it was the 366th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1960 can also be written as 12/31/1960 in the US and as 31/12/1960 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1960 in December 1960 calendar

Here's what happened on December 31, 1960:

• The farthing coin ceases to be legal tender in the united kingdom.
• Last day on which the farthing, a coin first minted in england in the 13th century, is legal tender in the united kingdom.
• Beginning in 1959, argentina suffers economic recession.
• World population: 3,021,475,001
• Africa: 277,398,000
• Asia: 1,701,336,000
• Europe: 604,401,000
• Latin-america: 218,300,000
• Northern america: 204,152,000
• Oceania: 15,888,000

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1960 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 December 31, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:00 pm and setting at 06:44 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 03, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jan 01, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1960

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Famous people born on December 31, 1960:

• Merrianne Jennings

  Olympic gold medalist in sprinting events.

• John Allen Muhammad

  American convicted spree killer (born in 1960).

• Joel Achenbach

  Award-winning science writer for The Washington Post.

• Steve Bruce

  English football player and manager.

• Paul Westerberg

  Musician.

• Broderick Dyke

  In australia; tennis star.

• Siv Bråten
• Marco Bozzola

Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:

• Anthony Hopkins

  Welch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.

• Tim Matheson

  American actor, tv and film star.

• Val Kilmer

  American actor, writer and musician.

• John Denver

  American folk singer, recording artist and club performer.

• Ben Kingsley

  An english actor.

• Sarah Miles

  British actress, first recognized in u.s.

• Joey McIntyre

  American musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".

• Bebe Neuwirth

  American singer, actress, and dancer.

• Joe Dallesandro

  American actor, model, and 'warhol star.

• Barbara Carrera

  Nicaraguan model and actress.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1960?

There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 31, 1960.

Famous people died on December 31, 1960:

• Haly Cogan

  Legendary boxer known for his powerful punches and impressive record.

• Loveda Brown

  Loveda Brown was a pioneering African-American journalist who worked for several prominent newspapers in the early 20th century.

• Ezeriah Abrahams

  Ezeriah Abrahams was a South African politician who played a significant role in the anti-apartheid movement.

• Stanislawa Wysocka-Fiszerowa

  Polish sculptor who created numerous public monuments and statues.

• Rigley Benson

  Rigley Benson was a renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.

• Lahela Kekuewa

  Lahela Kekuewa was a renowned hula dancer from Hawaii who helped preserve and promote the traditional Hawaiian dance form.

• Juvencio Vázquez

  Juvencio Vázquez was a Mexican painter known for his vibrant and colorful depictions of rural life.

• Umi Gargi

  Umi Gargi was a renowned Indian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

• Arcenio Ferreyra

  Arcenio Ferreyra was a renowned Argentine painter known for his vibrant and expressive landscapes.

• Pascuala Morales

  Pascuala Morales was a renowned Peruvian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

• Elye Bogel

  Elye Bogel was a renowned Russian painter known for his vibrant and expressionistic landscapes.

• Rawlin Cooke

  Rawlin Cooke was a renowned American painter known for his impressionistic landscapes and portraits.

• Belmont Fleming

  Belmont Fleming was a renowned physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

• Rydge Rydge

  Rydge Rydge was a prolific British novelist known for his sweeping historical fiction.

• Paquita Suárez

  Paquita Suárez was a renowned Spanish poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

• Armentha Burwell

  Armentha Burwell was a renowned American painter known for her vibrant and expressive landscapes.

• Justa Nother

  Justa Nother was a renowned physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

• Barnet Nover

  Barnet Nover was a prominent American journalist who worked for several major newspapers in the early 20th century.

• Paolina Montani

  Paolina Montani was an Italian ballet dancer and choreographer.

• Waverley Tilton

  Waverley Tilton was a British journalist and war correspondent who reported on conflicts in Europe and Asia.

What famous deaths happened on December 31st?

Famous deaths on December 31st:

• Betty White

  American actress.

• James Avery

  James avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.

• Wayne Rogers

  Wayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.

• Woody Strode

  Former professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.

• Billie Dove

  American actress (born in 1903).

• Wesley Addy

  Omaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).

• Edward Herrmann

  American actor (d. 2014).

• Kader Khan

  Indian actor (b. 1937).

• William Christopher

  American actor and singer (d. 2016).

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Holidays on December 31, 1960:

• New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.

December 31, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1960 was Are You Lonesome To-Night? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome To-Night?
2. Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra - Wonderland By Night
3. Floyd Cramer - Last Date
4. Kathy Young - A Thousand Stars
5. Ferrante and Teicher - Exodus

December 31, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1960 was What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For? by Emile Ford & The Checkmates, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
2. Johnny Tillotson - Poetry In Motion
3. Cliff Richard - I Love You
4. Adam Faith - What Do You Want?
5. Matt Monro - Portrait Of My Love

December 31, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1960 was He Will Break Your Heart by Jerry Butler, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 31, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Jerry Butler - He Will Break Your Heart
2. Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's Go
3. The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) - Shop Around
4. Floyd Cramer - Last Date
5. Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires - Are You Lonesome To-night?