Monday February 14, 1966: on this day
About February 14th, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: Australia introduces 1st decimal currency postage stamps
- Day of the week: February 14th, 1966 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Gregory Hines, Simon Pegg
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Lightnin' Strikes by Lou Christie
- #1 UK song: These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra
- Popular movie: Harper directed by Jack Smight
More about February 14th, 1966? See below for more news and curiosities on February 14th, 1966.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 14, 1966?
- February 14, 1966: What happened on that day?
- February 14, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 14, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 14, 1966?
- How old is someone born on February 14, 1966?
- February 14, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- February 14, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 14, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- February 14, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 14, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 14, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 14, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on February 14, 1966?
What day of the week was February 14, 1966?
February 14, 1966 was a Monday and it was the 45th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 14, 1966 can also be written as 2/14/1966 in the US and as 14/2/1966 in UK and Europe.
February 14, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 14, 1966:
- Australia introduces 1st decimal currency postage stamps
- Wilt chamberlain breaks nba career scoring record at 20,884 points.
- Australian currency is decimalised.
- The australian dollar is introduced at a rate of 2 dollars per pound, or 10 shillings per dollar.
February 14, 1966: What were the magazines covers that day?
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February 14, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 14th 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 14, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 14, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Horse personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
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February 14, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 14, 1966 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 14, 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 February 14, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 02:59 am and setting at 12:57 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 05, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Mar 07, 1966.
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Who was born on February 14, 1966?
Famous people born on February 14, 1966:
- Michall Peck
Renowned for vibrant abstract art.
- Breta Gabbiani
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art pieces.
- Errika Häusler
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
- Carrara Pieralberto
Italian skier who won a silver medal at the international olympic games in nagano (japan), february 1998.
- Petr Svoboda
Most, czechoslovakia -- nhl defenceman (philadelphia flyers), olympics - gold-- 1998.
- Eros Brambilla
Italian astronomer specializing in the study of exoplanets and planetary systems.
- Aneel Bhusri
Businessman.
- Clark Sherwood Dennis in Houston
Texas, usa.
- Kristen Dalton (actress)
- Brice Cauvin
- Jessica Yu
- Gary Halpin
- Ariel Beit Halahmy
- Pieralberto Carrara
- Valerios Leōnidīs
- Monty McCutchen
- Eszter Mátéfi
- Franck Saunier
Whose famous birthday is on February 14th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 14th:
![Gregory Hines]()
Gregory HinesGregory Hines was a talented American dancer and actor, known for his contributions to tap dancing.
![Simon Pegg]()
Simon PeggSimon pegg is a british actor, comedian, and writer known for his roles in popular movies such as shaun of the dead, hot fuzz, and the...
![Freddie Highmore]()
Freddie HighmoreFreddie highmore is a british actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as finding neverland, charlie and the chocolate factory,...
![Rob Thomas]()
Rob ThomasAmerican musician (matchbox twenty).
![Meg Tilly]()
Meg TillyMeg Tilly is a Canadian actress and novelist known for her roles in films like 'The Big Chill' and 'Agnes of God.
![Florence Henderson]()
Florence HendersonAmerican actress and singer on stage, tv and film.
![Tina Aumont]()
Tina AumontFrench actress, born in america to jean-pierre aumont and maria montez.
![Lois Maxwell]()
Lois MaxwellCanadian-australian model and actress (d. 2007).
![Danai Gurira]()
Danai GuriraTv actress.
![Hugh Downs]()
Hugh DownsAmerican television personality.
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How old is someone born on February 14, 1966?
Someone born on February 14, 1966 is:
58 years 3 months old,
or 699 months and 21 days old,
or 3042 weeks and 1 day old,
or 21295 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 14, 1966?
There are 255 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 14th 2025.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 14, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 14, 1966.
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February 14, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 14, 1966:
- Adrian Cole
- François Demol
What famous deaths happened on February 14th?
Famous deaths on February 14th:
![Louis Jourdan]()
Louis JourdanFrench television and film actor.
![Sig Ruman]()
Sig RumanActor (schultz life with luigi), dead at 82.
![Tom Burke]()
Tom BurkeAmerican runner (born 1875).
- Pelham Grenville Wodehouse
Famous English author known for his humorous novels and short stories.
- Hiren Mukherjee
Indian politician and freedom fighter who served as the Speaker of Lok Sabha.
- David Hilbert
Prussian mathematician, author, and professor at gottingen between 1895 and the end of his days.
- Lavontay White
Tragically killed in a shooting at the age of 2..
- Wahneta Trotter
Pioneering African American journalist and editor.
- Lavontay Johnson
Young entrepreneur tragically killed at the age of 2..
- Crews Allen
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar classification.
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February 14, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 14, 1966:
- Denmark - Fastelavn. Children dress up, much like Halloween in the US.
- Arizona - Admission Day (1912).
- Mexico - Day of National Mourning (1831).
- Oregon - Admission Day (1859).
- Western World - Valentine's Day.
- Iraq - 'Communist Martyrs Day' celebrated by Iraqi Communist Party.
- Europe/Catholicism - Feast day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, patron saints of Europe.
Saints celebrated on February 14, 1966:
- Saint Abraham (d. 422)
- Saint Valentine (d. 422).
February 14, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 14, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 14th and February 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 14, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 14, 1966 was Lightnin' Strikes by Lou Christie, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 14, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 14, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lou Christie - Lightnin' Strikes
- Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin'
- Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
- Petula Clark - My Love
- The Supremes - My World Is Empty Without You
February 14, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 14, 1966 was These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 14, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 14, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin'
- The Overlanders - Michelle
- Crispian St Peters - You Were On My Mind
- The Rolling Stones - Nineteenth Nervous Breakdown
- Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass - Spanish Flea
February 14, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 14, 1966 was Uptight (Everything's Alright) by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.
February 14, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 14, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
- Slim Harpo - Baby Scratch My Back
- The Marvelettes - Don't Mess With Bill
- The Miracles - Going To A Go-Go
- Ray Charles - Crying Time
February 14, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 14, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
February 14, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 14, 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:
February 14, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 14, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Magus
By: John Fowles
One man is trapped in the deadly game of sexual and political betrayal played by a millionare. The Magus is a masterpiece of contemporary literature, full of shocks and chilling surprises.
The Double Image
By: Helen MacInnes
John Craig, an American historian, is shocked to meet his college professor while doing research in Paris.
Airs Above The Ground
By: Mary Stewart
Vanessa March didn't know she should look for her husband in Vienna, until she saw him in a newsreel shot at the scene a deadly fire.
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.
Those Who Love
By: Irving Stone
From courtship to the White House, John and Abigail Adams' love story
Who was the US President on February 14, 1966?
On February 14, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 1966?
On February 14, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 14, 1966?
On February 14, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 14th?
February 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th 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 14th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 pulwama attack: at least 46 indian security personnel were killed in the suicide bomber's attack on his convoy of military vehicles driving along a jammu and kashmir highway.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: russian planes strike ma'arrat hurma village, idlib, syria. seven civilians are killed and 10 more are injured.
- 2017 - Conflicts in syria's idlib governorate: syrian civil war, clashes in idlib governorate (2017): rival fighters from tahrir al-sham and jund al-aqsa clashed in syria's northern idlib governorate. the conflict resulted "dozens" of deaths, according to the syrian observatory for human rights.
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 February 1966?
February 1966 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.
