Thursday September 21, 1961: on this day

About September 21st, 1961, in brief:

  • Historical events: Antonio Abertondo swims English Channel round trip
  • Day of the week: September 21st, 1961 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Kareena Kapoor, Jason Derulo
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee
  • #1 UK song: Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton
  • Popular movie: The Hustler directed by Robert Rossen

More about September 21st, 1961? See below for more news and curiosities on September 21st, 1961.

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What day of the week was September 21, 1961?


September 21, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 264th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 21, 1961 can also be written as 9/21/1961 in the US and as 21/9/1961 in UK and Europe.

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September 21, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 21, 1961:

  • Antonio abertondo swims english channel round trip
  • Maiden flight of the ch-47 chinook transportation helicopter.
  • In france, the oas slips an anti-de gaulle message into tv programming.
  • The old deutsche opernhaus in the berlin neighborhood of charlottenburg is returned to its newly rebuilt house as the deutsche oper berlin.
  • In the u.s., the walt disney anthology television series, renamed ''walt disney's wonderful world of color'', moves from abc to nbc after seven years on the air, and begins telecasting its programs in color for the first time. years later, after disney's death, the still-on-the-air program will be renamed ''the wonderful world of disney''.

September 21, 1961: What were the magazines covers that day?

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September 21, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 21st is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 21, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 21, 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 September 21st, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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September 21, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 21, 1961 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 21, 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 September 21, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:21 pm and setting at 04:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1961.

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Who was born on September 21, 1961?


Famous people born on September 21, 1961:

  • Nancy Travis
    Nancy Travis

    American producer and actress.

  • Jennifer Preston

    Former social media editor for The New York Times.

  • Janet Currie

    Distinguished economist recognized for her work on health and education policy.

  • Jehovah Johnson

    Renowned sprinter known for breaking world records.

  • Serena Scott Thomas

    English actress and producer.

  • Billy Collins

    Jr.

  • Dan Borislow

    American businessman, invented the magicjack (b. 1961).

  • Michel R Vassallucci

    French / neth publisher (arena).

  • Philippe Anziani
  • Andy Lau
  • Fabrizio Paoletti
  • Yumi Takada
  • Mino Taveri
  • Kelly Evernden
  • Fabio Ciollaro
  • Maurizio Brucchi

Whose famous birthday is on September 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 21st:

  • Kareena Kapoor
    Kareena Kapoor

    Kareena kapoor is a prominent indian movie actress known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Jason Derulo
    Jason Derulo

    Jason derulo is an american pop singer known for hits like 'whatcha say' and 'talk dirty'.

  • Larry Hagman
    Larry Hagman

    Larry hagman was an american actor best known for his role as j.r.

  • Stephen King
    Stephen King

    American screenwriter and prolific writer.

  • Bill Murray
    Bill Murray

    American comedian and actor.

  • François Cluzet
    François Cluzet

    French actor in theatre and film.

  • Cheryl Hines
    Cheryl Hines

    Cheryl Hines is an American actress, director, and producer, best known for her role as Cheryl David on the HBO series Curb Your Enthusiasm.

  • Luke Wilson
    Luke Wilson

    Luke wilson is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'legally blonde' and 'old school'.

  • Maggie Grace
    Maggie Grace

    Maggie grace is an american actress known for her roles in the tv series lost and the taken film series.

  • Ethan Coen
    Ethan Coen

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

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How old is someone born on September 21, 1961?


Someone born on September 21, 1961 is:

62 years 8 months old,

or 752 months and 14 days old,

or 3271 weeks and 5 days old,

or 22902 days old,

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 21, 1961?

There are 109 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday September 21st 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 21, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 21, 1961.

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September 21, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 21, 1961:

  • Ed Oliver

    American golfer (d. 1961).

  • Maurice Delage

    Composer dies at 81.

  • Earle Dickson

    At 68, the inventor (band-aid) dies.

What famous deaths happened on September 21st?

Famous deaths on September 21st:

  • Walter Brennan
    Walter Brennan

    Walter brennan was an american actor known for his distinctive voice and performances in over 200 films, winning three academy awards for...

  • Harry Carey
    Harry Carey

    American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1878).

  • Jacqueline Susann
    Jacqueline Susann

    American writer and the most successful woman novelist in american history.

  • Alice Ghostley
    Alice Ghostley

    American actress (b. 1923).

  • Henry Koster
    Henry Koster

    German-american screenwriter and producer (d. 1988).

  • Nigel Patrick
    Nigel Patrick

    London, england -- actor/director (sapphire prize of gold).

  • Osgood Perkins
    Osgood Perkins

    American actor (b. 1892).

  • Willie Garson
    Willie Garson

    American actor and director (d. 2021).

  • Jennifer Holt
    Jennifer Holt

    American-english singer and actress.

  • Walter Scott

    Scottish historical novelist, poet, and playwright, best known for his Waverley novels.

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September 21, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on September 21, 1961:

  • Mabon - Neopagan festival of Mabon
  • International Day of Peace of the United Nations, as propagated by Peace One Day
  • In ancient Greece, the eighth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries, when the secret rites in the Telesterion finish and the feast, Pannychis, begins.
  • Philippines - Thanksgiving Day
  • Independence Day in Malta (1964), Belize (1981) & Armenia (1991)
  • Also see September 21 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • RC Saints - Matthew the Evangelist

Observances on September 21, 1961:

  • International Day of Peace
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September 21, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 21, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 18th and September 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


September 21, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 21, 1961 was Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

September 21, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on September 21, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Take Good Care Of My Baby
  2. - Michael
  3. - My True Story
  4. - (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame
  5. - Crying

September 21, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 21, 1961 was Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

September 21, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on September 21, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Johnny Remember Me
  2. - Reach For The Stars / Climb Ev'ry Mountain
  3. - You Don't Know
  4. - Well I Ask You
  5. - Halfway To Paradise

September 21, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 21, 1961 was My True Story by The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.

September 21, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on September 21, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - My True Story
  2. - Baby, You're Right
  3. - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
  4. - Bright Lights Big City
  5. - Take My Love (I Want To Give It All To You)

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September 21, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on September 21, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Hustler

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Robert Rossen

Starring: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott

Country: United States of America

Paris Blues

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Martin Ritt

Starring: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Sidney Poitier, Louis Armstrong

Country: United States of America

A Thunder of Drums

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Joseph M. Newman

Starring: Richard Boone, George Hamilton, Luana Patten, Arthur O'Connell

Devil's Partner

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Charles R. Rondeau

Starring: Edgar Buchanan, Jean Allison, Richard Crane, Spencer Carlisle

Man-Trap

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Edmond O'Brien

Starring: Jeffrey Hunter, David Janssen, Stella Stevens, Elaine Devry

September 21, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on September 21, 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:

Top Cat

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Alberto Mar

Country: United States of America

Father of the Bride

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gary Alazraki

Car 54, Where Are You?

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Bill Fishman

Hamlet

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Almereyda

Ghost Squad

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Joel Souza

September 21, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on September 21, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Age Of Reason Begins by Will and Ariel Durant

The Age Of Reason Begins

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This article examines the religious strife in Europe and the scientific progress made between 1558 and 1650.

The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone

The Agony and the Ecstasy

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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 …

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.

Franny and Zooey by J.D. Salinger

Franny and Zooey

By:

The author wrote: FRANNY appeared in The New Yorker, 1955. ZOOEY followed in 1957. These stories are critical early entries in a narrative series that I am creating about a family who settled in New York in the 20th century, …

Nobody Knows My Name by James Baldwin

Nobody Knows My Name

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This collection of essays, written with Baldwin's unflinching honesty and illuminating insights, examines topics such as race relations in America and the role of the writer within society.

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Who was the US President on September 21, 1961?

On September 21, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 21, 1961?

On September 21, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on September 21, 1961?

On September 21, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about September 21st?

September 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of September. 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 September 21st, such as:

  • 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018), battle of tripoli (2018): recent clashes in tripoli have resulted in 96 deaths. the clashes that began on august 26, 2018 left 444 people dead and 16 others missing.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: russian-syrian warplanes conduct airstrikes on southern idlib killing three civilians and injuring many more.
  • 2016 - According to the obama administration, russia is responsible for the september 19th bombing of an aid convoy belonging to united nations near aleppo. russia denies any involvement. the united nations suspended all humanitarian convoys to syria in the wake of the attack.

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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 September 1961?

September 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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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