Sunday January 01, 1961: on this day

January 01, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 1st day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1961 can also be written as 1/1/1961 in the US and as 1/1/1961 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1961 in January 1961 calendar

Here's what happened on January 01, 1961:

• Houston oilers beat la chargers 24-16 in afl championship game
• Russia introduces a new ruble worth $1.11
• Largest check issued, national bank of chicago to sears (us$960.242 billion).
• Briggs stadium is renamed tigers stadium.

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st 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 January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 01, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 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 January 01, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:47 pm and setting at 07:30 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 03, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jan 31, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on January 01, 1961

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Famous people born on January 01, 1961:

• Jilliam Banfield

  Renowned microbiologist known for her work on microbial communities.

• Jes Aznar

  Renowned photojournalist known for capturing powerful images from conflict zones.

• Altan Bonnet

  Renowned for contributions to computer security and software engineering.

• Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja

  A Bahraini human rights activist who has been imprisoned for his pro-democracy activities.

• Tannie Chan

  Co-founder of the Chinese internet company Alibaba Group.

• Jacqulyne Novogratz

  Founder and CEO of Acumen, a nonprofit venture capital fund that uses entrepreneurial approaches to tackle global poverty.

• Ramces Molina

  Renowned biologist known for his work in evolutionary biology.

• Bettey Stevenson

  Renowned economist known for her work on labor economics and public policy.

• Louise MacBain

  Successful businesswoman known for her philanthropic efforts.

• Ritamarie DeVita

  Renowned naturopathic doctor known for her work in holistic health and nutrition.

• C.J. Cregg

  A fictional character from the TV series The West Wing, known for her intelligence, wit, and dedication to her role as the White House Press...

• Isaack Hassan

  Former chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya.

• Vong Phaophanit

  Renowned visual artist known for his installations and sculptures.

• Stevey Bonnie

  Co-founder of Fog Creek Software and creator of Joel on Software blog.

• David Solomon

  Current CEO of Goldman Sachs.

• Preslea Buie

  Known for her research on the Kuiper Belt.

• Fatih Çekirge

  Turkish journalist and columnist.

• Rubens Menin

  Rubens Menin is a Brazilian entrepreneur and the founder of the real estate company MRV Engenharia.

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

• Vidya Balan

  Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

• Nana Patekar

  Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

• Hiep Thi Le

  Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

• Grandmaster Flash

  Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

• Anju Mahendru

  Anju Mahendru is an Indian actress who has appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows.

• Maurice Béjart

  French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

• Fatima Sana Shaikh

  Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

• Morris Chestnut

  American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

• Frank Langella

  American actor and legitimate theater producer.

• Sonali Bendre

  Indian actress and model.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1961?

There are 257 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 01, 1961.

Famous people died on January 01, 1961:

• Sava Kosanović

  Serbian politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia.

• Edith Tell

  Edith Tell was a French actress who appeared in numerous films during the silent and early sound eras.

• Lucylle Hazen

  Lucylle Hazen was an American novelist who wrote several novels set in the American West, including 'The Lonesome Trail' and 'The Rustler'.

• Theophil Hahn

  Theophil Hahn was a German mathematician who made contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.

• Malva Schalek

  Malva Schalek was an Austrian painter known for her expressionist and abstract works.

• Lillah Paulsen

  Lillah Paulsen was a Norwegian painter known for her landscape and portrait works.

• John Borden

  John Borden was an American explorer and adventurer who led several expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

• Sidonie Cassirer

  German politician and member of the Social Democratic Party of Germany.

• Varina Pease

  Varina Pease was an American botanist who specialized in the study of grasses.

• Nazaire Blanchet

  Nazaire Blanchet was a French mathematician known for his contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.

• Earlena Beebe

  Earlena Beebe was an American botanist who specialized in the study of ferns.

• Maurice Laval

  French politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.

• Lebaron Briggs

  Lebaron Briggs was an American mathematician known for his contributions to number theory and algebraic geometry.

• Einer Holstad

  Einer Holstad was a Norwegian artist known for his landscape paintings and etchings.

• Cipriano Cuevas

  Cipriano Cuevas was a Mexican boxer known for his impressive career in the ring.

• Durand Frothingham

  Chemist known for his work on the synthesis of organic compounds.

• Refugio Barrera

  Refugio Barrera was a Mexican politician known for his contributions to social welfare programs.

• Watson Davis

  American author known for his mystery novels.

• Isidore Falk

  Isidore Falk was a successful boxer known for his skills in the ring.

• Macy Morse

  Macy Morse was an American politician known for her advocacy for women's rights.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

• Cesar Romero

  Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

• Margaret Sullavan

  American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

• Donna Douglas

  American actress (b. 1932).

• Ray Walston

  American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

• Juanita Moore

  Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

• Barton MacLane

  Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

• Victor Buono

  Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

• June Clayworth

  Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

• Gertrude Michael

  Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

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January 01, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1961 was The Lion Sleeps Tonight by The Tokens, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

January 01, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 01, 1961 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. The Tokens - The Lion Sleeps Tonight
2. Bobby Vee - Run To Him
3. Chubby Checker - The Twist
4. James Darren - Goodbye Cruel World
5. Leroy Van Dyke - Walk On By

January 01, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1961 was Please Mr. Postman by The Marvelettes, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

January 01, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 01, 1961 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. The Marvelettes - Please Mr. Postman
2. The Impressions - Gypsy Woman
3. Bobby Bland - Turn On Your Love Light
4. Sims Twins - Soothe Me
5. Jimmy McCracklin - Just Got To Know