Friday April 01, 1960: on this day

April 01, 1960 was the 92nd day of the year 1960, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.

Is April 01, 1960 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 01, 1960, who was born and died on April 01, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 01, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Der Schwarze Kanal) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 1st, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 01, 1960?


April 01, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 92nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 01, 1960 can also be written as 4/1/1960 in the US and as 1/4/1960 in UK and Europe.

April 01, 1960 in April 1960 calendar

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April 01, 1960: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 01, 1960:

  • 2nd french atom bomb explodes
  • Mabry harper catches a 25 lb walleye in tennessee
  • U nu elected premier of burma.
  • Rca tiros (tv and infra-red observation 'weather' satellite) i launched.
  • The tiros-1 satellite transmits the first television picture from space.

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April 01, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 1st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 01, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 01, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on April 1st, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 01, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 01, 1960 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 01, 1960 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 April 01, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 30% full, rising at 09:00 am and setting at 11:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 13, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Apr 11, 1960.

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Who was born on April 01, 1960?


Famous people born on April 01, 1960:

  • Michael Praed
    Michael Praed

    English actor.

  • Shahzain Naqvi

    Shahzain Naqvi was a renowned Pakistani poet and writer known for his contributions to Urdu literature.

  • Raymonda Wilkins

    Raymonda Wilkins is a British chemist known for her work in the field of organic synthesis.

  • Yasenia Petrov

    Yasenia Petrov was a renowned Bulgarian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of nature and the human...

  • Fin Carlson

    Fin Carlson is a Swedish paleontologist known for her work on the evolution of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.

  • Valla Mehrabi

    Valla Mehrabi is an Iranian-Canadian biologist known for her research on plant genetics and biotechnology.

  • Frieda Hughes

    British-australian poet, whose work has been published in the new yorker and paris review as well as london magazine.

  • Mariaha Simmons

    Mariaha Simmons is an American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking works that explore topics such as culture, identity,...

  • Gar Tootelian

    Gar Tootelian is an American entrepreneur and the founder of the agricultural technology company Tootelian Enterprises.

  • Ludger Woessner

    Ludger Woessner is a German biologist known for his research in the field of molecular biology.

  • Andras Kepes

    Andras Kepes is a Hungarian essayist and cultural critic who has written extensively on art, literature, and society.

  • Rod Liddle

    British journalist and author, known for his controversial and outspoken views.

  • Denica Slaveykova

    Denica Slaveykova is a Bulgarian writer and poet.

  • Shanna McCullough

    American porn producer and actress.

  • J Stevens

    American diplomat and lawyer 10th ambassador of the united states to libya (d.2012).

  • Frank Sperdin

    Swiss astrologer who uses a psychological approach to his work, founder of integrative astrology.

  • Jennifer Runyon

    American actress.

  • Marcelo Tinelli
  • Ken Bannister
  • Francisco Bustillo

Whose famous birthday is on April 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 1st:

  • Logan Paul
    Logan Paul

    Logan paul is a social media influencer and youtuber known for his controversial content and stunts.

  • Toshirô Mifune
    Toshirô Mifune

    Toshirô mifune was a japanese actor known for his collaborations with director akira kurosawa, particularly in films like seven samurai and...

  • Mirjana Karanovic
    Mirjana Karanovic

    Renowned Serbian actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.

  • Ali MacGraw
    Ali MacGraw

    Ali macgraw is an american actress and model, best known for her role in the film 'love story'.

  • Randy Orton
    Randy Orton

    American professional wrestler.

  • Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds

    American actress, dancer and stage entertainer.

  • Asa Butterfield
    Asa Butterfield

    Asa butterfield is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as 'hugo' and 'ender's game'.

  • Hannah Spearritt
    Hannah Spearritt

    Hannah spearritt is a british pop singer known for being a member of the pop group s club 7..

  • William Daniels
    William Daniels

    William daniels is an american actor known for his roles as mr.

  • Milan Kundera
    Milan Kundera

    Czech republic's most well-known living writer.

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April 01, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 64 years and 23 days old,

or 768 months and 23 days old,

or 3342 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23399 days old,

if you were born on April 01, 1960.

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 April 01, 1960?

There are 342 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 01, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 01, 1960.

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April 01, 1960: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 01, 1960:

  • Piet[er O] Bakker

    Dutch journalist/writer, ciske, dies at the age of 62.

  • Abdul Rahman di Negeri Sembilan
  • Adolfo Porry Pastorel
  • Vittorio Spositi

What famous deaths happened on April 1st?

Famous deaths on April 1st:

  • Marvin Gaye
    Marvin Gaye

    American singer, keyboard player, drummer and songwriter.

  • Leslie Cheung
    Leslie Cheung

    Hong Kong singer and actor who achieved fame in Asia and internationally.

  • John Forsythe
    John Forsythe

    American actor, singer, and producer (d.2010).

  • Noah Beery
    Noah Beery

    Jr.

  • Jim Jordan
    Jim Jordan

    Actor fibber mcgee, who was born 1896, dies of a blod lump at the age of 91.

  • Barbara Luddy
    Barbara Luddy

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Elanore of Aquitaine

    Elanore of Aquitaine was a powerful and influential medieval queen who ruled as the Duchess of Aquitaine and later as the Queen of France...

  • Liyla Landau

    Soviet physicist known for his contributions to condensed matter physics.

  • Kathleen Lonsdale

    Kathleen Lonsdale was a pioneering British crystallographer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure of...

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April 01, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 01, 1960:

  • Orissa - a state in eastern India celebrates "Utkal Divas", its statehood day.
  • India - Start of financial year.
  • Canada - Beginning of government's fiscal year.
  • Japan - The official start of school years in most universities and schools. Also, the official First Day of Work at companies and offices for new university graduates hires, marked by welcoming ceremonies and speeches.
  • April 1 is known as April Fool's Day or All Fools' Day in many countries.
  • Roman Empire - Veneralia celebrated to honor Venus.
  • In San Marino, two Captains Regent, elected by Parliament, take office for six months.
  • Last day of the Assyrian New Year Celebration
  • International Day of the Birds.
  • In England and Wales, local government reorganisations traditionally happen on April 1.

Saints celebrated on April 01, 1960:

  • Saint Waleric
  • Saint Hugh of Grenoble
  • Saint Jacoba
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April 01, 1960: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 01, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 28th and April 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 01, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 01, 1960 was The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 01, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Theme From A Summer Place
  2. - Wild One
  3. - He'll Have To Go
  4. - Puppy Love
  5. - Sweet Nothin's

April 01, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 01, 1960 was My Old Man's A Dustman by Lonnie Donegan, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 01, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - My Old Man's A Dustman
  2. - Do You Mind?
  3. - Fall In Love With You
  4. - Running Bear
  5. - Theme From 'A Summer Place'

April 01, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 01, 1960 was Baby (You've Got What It Takes) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 01, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
  2. - The Theme From "A Summer Place"
  3. - Money (That's what I want)
  4. - I Love The Way You Love
  5. - Fannie Mae

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April 01, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 01, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

La notte

La notte

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni

Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki

Country: United States of America

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

The Unforgiven

The Unforgiven

Release year: 1960

Directed by: John Huston

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Audrey Hepburn, Audie Murphy, John Saxon

Country: United States of America

The League of Gentlemen

The League of Gentlemen

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Basil Dearden

Starring: Jack Hawkins, Nigel Patrick, Roger Livesey, Richard Attenborough

Tall Story

Tall Story

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Joshua Logan

Starring: Anthony Perkins, Jane Fonda, Ray Walston, Marc Connelly

April 01, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 01, 1960 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Der schwarze Kanal

Der schwarze Kanal

Release year: 1960

Strife

Strife

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Tiffany Warren

Here Come the Girls

Here Come the Girls

Release year: 1960

April 01, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 01, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mrs. 'Arris Goes To New York by Paul Gallico

Mrs. 'Arris Goes To New York

By:

This 2007 reprint is of the famed series McCalls published in 1959/1960. Hardcover in small format with dust jacket.

The Law And The Profits by C. Northcote Parkinson

The Law And The Profits

By:

Very nice, clean copy in unclipped, protected dustwrapper. To receive the front endpaper, please provide details of previous owner. There are some spotting marks on the edges. Otherwise, pages are clean and binding firm.

Grant Moves South by Bruce Catton

Grant Moves South

By:

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Bruce's Civil War history is a highly acclaimed account of the controversial Union commander and complex man who ensured the fall of the Confederacy.

The Ugly American by William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick

The Ugly American

By:

This multi-million-copy bestseller is the one that gave rise to the term "tragic American blunders abroad". The episode that gives the book its name is Homer Atkins. He's a simple and plain-spoken man who was sent by the U.S.

The Joy Of Music by Leonard Bernstein

The Joy Of Music

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(Amadeus). This classic book is Bernstein's best collection of conversations about the meaning and wonder music. Music lovers who want to live the music they love will find this book invaluable.

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Who was the US President on April 01, 1960?

On April 01, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 01, 1960?

On April 01, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 01, 1960?

On April 01, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about April 1st?

April 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of April. 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 April 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 iran floods: the iranian government declares an emergency in the southwestern provinces at risk of flooding. they also worked to evacuate many villages, as forecasters foresaw more heavy rains last week that could have caused severe flooding.
  • 2018 - 2016-18 kashmir unrest: two civilians, three soldiers and 13 militants were killed in clashes in south kashmir, india.
  • 2017 - Intervention military against isil: an iraqi airstrike close to al qaim in anbar province, iraq kills ayad al-jumaili. he is believed to be isil’s second-in command.

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What happened in 1960?

1960 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • VP Nixon nominated for President at Republican Convention in Chicago
  • Anita Lonsbrough swims world / olympic record 200m
  • Mickey Wright wins LPGA Grossinger Golf Open

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What was the calendar for April 1960?

April 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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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