Thursday August 23, 1962: on this day
About August 23rd, 1962, in brief:
- Historical events: 1st Europe-US live TV program
- Day of the week: August 23rd, 1962 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: River Phoenix, Kobe Bryant
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: The Loco-Motion by Little Eva
- #1 UK song: I Remember You by Frank Ifield
- Popular movie: The 300 Spartans directed by Rudolph Maté
More about August 23rd, 1962? See below for more news and curiosities on August 23rd, 1962.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 1962?
- August 23, 1962: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 1962?
- August 23, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 1962?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1962?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 1962?
What day of the week was August 23, 1962?
August 23, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 235th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 1962 can also be written as 8/23/1962 in the US and as 23/8/1962 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 1962: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 1962:
- 1st europe-us live tv program
- John lennon weds cynthia powell
August 23, 1962: What were the magazines covers that day?
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August 23, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd 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 August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 23, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.
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August 23, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 1962 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1962 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 August 23, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 12:22 am and setting at 04:02 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1962.
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Your place in the Universe on August 23, 1962
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Get your map!Who was born on August 23, 1962?
Famous people born on August 23, 1962:
- Sanjiv Sam Gambhir
Pioneering work in molecular imaging and early cancer detection.
- Maleke Diop
Maleke Diop is a Senegalese novelist who has gained recognition for her exploration of African identity and culture.
- Shuan Ryder
Shuan Ryder is an English singer, songwriter, and musician, best known as the lead singer of the rock band Happy Mondays.
- Dean Karnazes
American athlete who set records for long-distance running.
- Adream Choudhury
Adream Choudhury is a Bangladeshi politician who has served as a member of the Bangladeshi Parliament.
- Haide Simmons
Haide Simmons is a former member of the California State Assembly.
- Kreig Westhoff
Kreig Westhoff was an American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League.
- Sylinda Farmer
Sylinda Farmer was a renowned track and field athlete known for her exceptional speed and agility.
- Kirby Dick
Known for documentary films on social issues.
- Martin Cauchon
Canadian lawyer and politician, 46th canadian minister of justice.
- Glenn Healy
Pickering, ontario -- nhl goalie (ny rangers).
- Kate Christensen
Novelist.
- Kyle Clifton
Nfl linebacker (ny jets).
- Tamao Hayashi
- Nicolas Cuche
- Viktor Zimin
- Hassan Mohamed
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
- River Phoenix
River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
- Kobe Bryant
Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
- Gene Kelly
American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
- Barbara Eden
American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
- Rita Pavone
Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
- Rick Springfield
An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
- Shelley Long
American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
- Jay Mohr
American comedian, actor, and radio host.
- Vera Miles
American actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 61 years 8 months old,
or 740 months and 20 days old,
or 3220 weeks and 4 days old,
or 22544 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 1962.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 August 23, 1962?
There are 102 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1962?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 23, 1962.
August 23, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 1962:
- Hoot Gibson
Actor on silent screen as a cowboy (last outlaw), passes away at 70.
- Irving Fine
American composer and academic (d. 1962).
- Walter Anderson
Russian-german ethnologist and academic (b. 1885).
- Joseph Berchtold
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
- Rudolph Valentino
Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
- Lori Nelson
Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
- Brock Peters
Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Kathleen Freeman
Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
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August 23, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 1962:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 1962:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1962 was The Loco-Motion by Little Eva, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Little Eva - The Loco-Motion
- Neil Sedaka - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
- Bobby Darin - Things
- Ray Charles - You Don't Know Me
- Tommy Roe - Sheila
August 23, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1962 was I Remember You by Frank Ifield, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frank Ifield - I Remember You
- Pat Boone - Speedy Gonzales
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- Bobby Darin - Things
- The Shadows - Guitar Tango
August 23, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1962 was The Loco-Motion by Little Eva, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.
August 23, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Little Eva - The Loco-Motion
- Sam Cooke - Bring It On Home To Me
- Barbara Lynn - You'll Lose A Good Thing
- Claudine Clark - Party Lights
- Don Gardner And Dee Dee Ford - I Need Your Loving
August 23, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 23, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 23, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 23, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 23, 1962?
On August 23, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1962?
On August 23, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 1962?
On August 23, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of August. 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 August 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
What happened in 1962?
1962 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
- 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
- Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome
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What was the calendar for August 1962?
August 1962 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.