Sunday February 12, 1961: on this day

February 12, 1961 was the 43rd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 12, 1961 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 12, 1961, who was born and died on February 12, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 12, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles), movies (e.g. Gold of the Seven Saints, directed by Gordon Douglas), TV series (e.g. Happily Ever After) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 12th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 12, 1961?


February 12, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 43rd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 12, 1961 can also be written as 2/12/1961 in the US and as 12/2/1961 in UK and Europe.

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February 12, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 12, 1961:

  • Mickey wright wins lpga saint petersburg golf open.
  • U.s.s.r. launches venera 1 towards venus.
  • The soviet union launches venera 1 towards venus.

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February 12, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 12th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 12, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 12, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on February 12th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 12, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 12, 1961 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 12, 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 February 12, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 04:25 am and setting at 03:44 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

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Who was born on February 12, 1961?


Famous people born on February 12, 1961:

  • David Graeber

    David graeber is an american anthropologist and anarchist activist known for his influential work in the occupy wall street movement and his...

  • Di Farmer

    Queensland member of parliament.

  • Jim Harris

    Canadian environmentalist and politician.

  • Michel Martelly

    Haitian singer and politician, 56th president of haiti.

  • Tonnie Dirks

    Dutch runner.

  • Chris Heyne in Offenbach

    Germany; wlaf general manager (frankfurt galaxy).

  • Sweet Micky
  • Mark Bortz
  • Savvas Kōfidīs
  • Tom Thayer
  • Jorge Luis Valdés
  • Jay Hilgenberg
  • Vanni Lauzana
  • Deano Clavet
  • Salvador Mejía
  • Ángeles Alvarez

Whose famous birthday is on February 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 12th:

  • Josh Brolin
    Josh Brolin

    He is an american actor, well-known family member, and the dark and handsome child of jane agee and actor james brolin.

  • Christina Ricci
    Christina Ricci

    American actress who made her film debut with "mermaids" in 1990.

  • Lorne Greene
    Lorne Greene

    Lorne Greene was a Canadian actor known for his role as Ben Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.

  • Darren Aronofsky
    Darren Aronofsky

    American screenwriter, director and producer of film.

  • Mike Posner
    Mike Posner

    Mike posner is a pop singer known for his hit songs 'cooler than me' and 'i took a pill in ibiza'.

  • Jesse Spencer
    Jesse Spencer

    Australian singer, actor and pin-up boy.

  • Arsenio Hall
    Arsenio Hall

    American comedian, hip black comedian with a stylish outfit.

  • Chynna Phillips
    Chynna Phillips

    American singer and well-known family.

  • Simon MacCorkindale
    Simon MacCorkindale

    British actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Michael Ironside
    Michael Ironside

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter.

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February 12, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 2 months old,

or 758 months and 7 days old,

or 3296 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23077 days old,

if you were born on February 12, 1961.

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 February 12, 1961?

There are 299 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 12, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 12, 1961.

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February 12, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 12, 1961:

  • Richmond K. Turner

    American admiral who played a major role in World War II.

  • John Skrataas

What famous deaths happened on February 12th?

Famous deaths on February 12th:

  • Robert Wagner
    Robert Wagner

    American actor best known for his role as jonathan hart on the 1979 tv series hart to hart.

  • Sal Mineo
    Sal Mineo

    American actor.

  • Screamin' Jay Hawkins
    Screamin' Jay Hawkins

    American musician (born 1929).

  • Sid Caesar
    Sid Caesar

    American comedian actor and writer.

  • Betty Garrett
    Betty Garrett

    American actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.

  • Kenneth Mars
    Kenneth Mars

    American actor and comedian (b. 1935).

  • Zina Bethune
    Zina Bethune

    American actress, dancer, and choreographer (b. 1945).

  • Gary Owens
    Gary Owens

    American radio host and voice actor (b. 1934).

  • Jean Renoir
    Jean Renoir

    Pierre auguste renoir, a french filmmaker and the son of the artist pierre auguste renoir.

  • Victor Jory
    Victor Jory

    Dawson city, canada -- actor (kings row, manhunt).

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February 12, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 12, 1961:

  • United States - Lincoln's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Red Hand Day
  • Darwin Day.
  • National Freedom to Marry Day (unofficial).
  • Georgia Day in the U.S. state of Georgia.

Observances on February 12, 1961:

  • International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism

Saints celebrated on February 12, 1961:

  • Saint Alexis of Moscow
  • Saint Benedict of Aniane
  • Saint Damian of Alexandria
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February 12, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 12, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 6th and February 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 12, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 12, 1961 was Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 12, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
  2. - Calcutta
  3. - Exodus
  4. - Shop Around
  5. - Calendar Girl

February 12, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 12, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 12, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
  2. - Sailor
  3. - You're Sixteen
  4. - Pepe
  5. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes

February 12, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 12, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.

February 12, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 12, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shop Around
  2. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
  3. - All In My Mind
  4. - At Last
  5. - The Hoochi Coochi Coo

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February 12, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 12, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Gold of the Seven Saints

Gold of the Seven Saints

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Clint Walker, Roger Moore, Letícia Román, Robert Middleton

Country: United States of America

Mother Joan of the Angels

Mother Joan of the Angels

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerzy Kawalerowicz

Starring: Lucyna Winnicka, Mieczyslaw Voit, Anna Ciepielewska, Maria Chwalibóg

Hand in Hand

Hand in Hand

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Philip Leacock

Starring: Loretta Parry, Philip Needs, John Gregson, Sybil Thorndike

The Sins of Rachel Cade

The Sins of Rachel Cade

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Angie Dickinson, Peter Finch, Roger Moore, Errol John

The Misfits

The Misfits

Release year: 1961

Directed by: John Huston

Starring: Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift, Thelma Ritter

Country: United States of America

February 12, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 12, 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:

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

The Avengers

The Avengers

Release year: 1960

Written by:

Directed by: Jeremiah Chechik

Starring: Patrick Macnee

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

February 12, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 12, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Of The Just by Andre Schwarz-Bart

The Last Of The Just

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Andre Schwarz-Bart's The Last of the Just was published in 16 languages and won the prestigious Prix Goncourt. It is widely considered the greatest Holocaust novel.

The White Nile by Alan Moorehead

The White Nile

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Enjoy all the excitement and adventure from Alan Moorehead's classic bestseller The White Nile - the daring explorations of the Nile River during the second half the nineteenth century.

Decision At Delphi by Helen MacInnes

Decision At Delphi

By:

It was just another routine overseas assignment. This is what Ken Strang, a young architect from New York, thought when he was sent to Europe by a national travel magazine to draw the ruins of Greece.

Taken At The Flood by John Gunther

Taken At The Flood

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Taken at Flood; The Story Of Albert D. Lasker

Profiles In Courage by John F. Kennedy

Profiles In Courage

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John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage was written in 1955 by the junior senator of Massachusetts. It served as a clear call to all Americans.

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Who was the US President on February 12, 1961?

On February 12, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 12, 1961?

On February 12, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 12, 1961?

On February 12, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about February 12th?

February 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of February. 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 February 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - A jamaat-ul-ahrar faction shoots four police officers from pakistan. three more officers are also injured.
  • 2018 - Drone strikes in pakistan: tehrik-i-taliban pakistan confirms that its deputy leader khalid mehsud was killed in a u.s.-led drone strike in north waziristan. it is located near the border to afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present, saudi arabian-led intervention in yemen: a helicopter of the saudi-led coalition bombs an aircraft outside aden international airport. at least three yemeni soldiers were injured.

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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 February 1961?

February 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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