Wednesday January 01, 1969: on this day

January 01, 1969 was the 1st day of the year 1969, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is January 01, 1969 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 01, 1969, who was born and died on January 01, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye), movies (e.g. More Dead Than Alive, directed by Robert Sparr), TV series (e.g. Sein Traum Vom Grand Prix) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 1969?


January 01, 1969 was a Wednesday and it was the 1st day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1969 can also be written as 1/1/1969 in the US and as 1/1/1969 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1969 in January 1969 calendar

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January 01, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Rooster personality and how the Earth 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 January 1st, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on January 01, 1969 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1969 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 January 01, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 02:37 pm and setting at 06:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 04, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Jan 03, 1969.

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Who was born on January 01, 1969?


Famous people born on January 01, 1969:

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Verne Troyer
    Verne Troyer

    American actor (d. 2018).

  • Savita

    Indian dentist who died tragically in Ireland due to complications from a septic miscarriage, sparking debates on abortion laws.

  • Sherald Harrington

    Renowned contemporary artist known for her vibrant and expressive paintings.

  • Mayjor Carter

    Renowned astronomer known for groundbreaking research on exoplanets.

  • Simon Kuper

    Renowned sports journalist and author.

  • Jennifer Pahlka

    Jennifer Pahlka is the founder of Code for America, a non-profit organization that helps governments use technology to improve public...

  • Lamis Zeidan

    Renowned Egyptian author known for her impactful novels.

  • Christopher Schroeder

    Christopher Schroeder is an American entrepreneur, investor, and author who has been involved in the technology and media industries.

  • Noeleen Maholwana-Sangqu

    South African businesswoman known for her successful ventures in media and communications.

  • Tsering Wangmo Dhompa

    Renowned poet known for her works exploring Tibetan identity and culture.

  • Aylin Nazliaka

    Turkish politician known for her advocacy for women's rights.

  • Gavrielle Bernstein

    Gavrielle Bernstein is an American author and spiritual teacher known for her self-help books.

  • Nattalie Batalha

    Nattalie Batalha is an astronomer who has played a key role in the discovery of exoplanets and the search for habitable worlds.

  • Mukund Rajan

    Mukund Rajan is an Indian business executive who has held leadership roles at Tata Group and other organizations.

  • Vincenzo Natali

    Acclaimed film director known for his work in the science fiction genre.

  • Natalyia Gherman

    Former Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova.

  • Abdulkarim Suleiman

    Abdulkarim Suleiman is a Sudanese journalist and human rights activist who has been critical of the Sudanese government.

  • Hanne Blank

    American author and historian known for her work on sexuality, body image, and social history.

  • Gabrielle Toledano

    Gabrielle Toledano is the former Chief Operating Officer of Tesla, Inc.

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Anju Mahendru
    Anju Mahendru

    Anju Mahendru is an Indian actress who has appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows.

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

  • Jonas Armstrong
    Jonas Armstrong

    An english actor of irish descent, he is best known for his appearances in television in the united kingdom.

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January 01, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 3 months old,

or 663 months and 25 days old,

or 2886 weeks and 2 days old,

or 20204 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 1969.

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 January 01, 1969?

There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 01, 1969.

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January 01, 1969: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 1969:

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Chestina Hamilton

    Prominent civil rights activist and community organizer.

  • Bertel Nathhorst

    Swedish entrepreneur who founded Electrolux.

  • Waverley Root

    Waverley Root was an American journalist and author who reported extensively on European affairs.

  • Sante Achille Cattaneo

    Italian entrepreneur known for his contributions to the textile industry.

  • Vahan Zarian

    Vahan Zarian was an Armenian poet and essayist who is known for his lyrical and introspective poetry.

  • Aaro Salmelainen

    Finnish writer and playwright.

  • Antonieta Rivas Báez

    A Mexican painter known for her vibrant and colorful depictions of Mexican culture and folklore.

  • Nanna Rignell

    Nanna Rignell was a Swedish botanist who specialized in the study of mosses and liverworts.

  • Mirko Zanni

    Mirko Zanni was an Italian weightlifter who won a gold medal at the 1932 Summer Olympics.

  • Charnay Edmond

    Edmond Charnay was a French painter known for his Impressionist-style landscapes.

  • Clent Murchison

    Clent Murchison was an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Murchison Oil Company.

  • Willett Kendall

    Willett Kendall was an American athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics, winning a gold medal in the men's 4x400 meter relay.

  • Alexine Athey

    Alexine Athey was a renowned American botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy and ecology.

  • Wilho Ilonen

    Finnish long-distance runner who competed in the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics.

  • Arkie Shibley

    Arkie Shibley was an American country music singer and songwriter.

  • Roiza Davidovna Lifshitz

    Roiza Davidovna Lifshitz was a Soviet Yiddish poet who wrote about the experiences of Jewish people in the Soviet Union.

  • Denman Thompson

    Denman Thompson was an American football player who played as a quarterback in the National Football League.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

  • Bruce Norris
    Bruce Norris

    American hockey executive (detroit red wings).

  • Plato

    Plato was a classical Greek philosopher, mathematician, and founder of the Academy, the first institution of higher learning in the Western...

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January 01, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 1969: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 01, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 30th and January 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 01, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1969 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 01, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  2. - For Once In My Life
  3. - I'm Gonna Make You Love Me
  4. - Soulful Strut
  5. - Wichita Lineman

January 01, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 01, 1969 was Two Little Boys by Rolf Harris, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 01, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Two Little Boys
  2. - Lily The Pink
  3. - Sugar Sugar
  4. - Build Me Up Buttercup
  5. - Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da

January 01, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1969 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

January 01, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 01, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 30th and January 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  2. - Cloud Nine
  3. - For Once In My Life
  4. - Too Weak To Fight
  5. - Who's Making Love

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January 01, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

More Dead Than Alive

More Dead Than Alive

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Robert Sparr

Starring: Clint Walker, Vincent Price, Anne Francis, Paul Hampton

Commandos

Commandos

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Armando Crispino

Starring: Marilù Tolo, Lee Van Cleef, Giampiero Albertini, Giacomo Piperno, Ivano Staccioli, Romano Puppo, Joachim Fuchsberger, Jack Kelly

Country: Italy

Killer Adios

Killer Adios

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Primo Zeglio

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Marisa Solinas, Peter Lee Lawrence, Paola Barbara, Eduardo Fajardo, José Jaspe, Armando Calvo, Victor Israel

Country: Italy

Finian's Rainbow

Finian's Rainbow

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Starring: Fred Astaire, Petula Clark, Tommy Steele, Don Francks

Country: United States of America

Barbarella

Barbarella

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Roger Vadim

Starring: Jane Fonda, John Phillip Law, Anita Pallenberg, Milo O'Shea

Country: United States of America

January 01, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Release year: 1968

Hilfe, wir bauen

Hilfe, wir bauen

Release year: 1968

January 01, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 01, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

And Other Stories by John O'Hara

And Other Stories

By:

A collection of twelve recent works by the famed American writer, including the novelette "A Few Trips and Some Poetry".

The Senator by Drew Pearson

The Senator

By:

This story focuses on Senator Benjamin Hannaford's career. He is the richest senator in the Senate. His quest for power illuminates all the strategies and maneuvers, and the privileges and prerogatives that the 100 enjoy.

On Reflection by Helen Hayes and Sandford Dody

On Reflection

By:

Helen Hayes addresses her grandchildren in the introduction to her autobiography. She writes, "It's no longer fashionable for people to have faith. But your grandmother has never been known for her chic style."

A Small Town in Germany by John le Carre

A Small Town in Germany

By:

The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, comes Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.

The Day Kennedy Was Shot by Jim Bishop

The Day Kennedy Was Shot

By:

The Day Kennedy Was Shot is a minute-by-minute narrative account about President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. It captures the drama, mystery, action and excitement that took place on November 22, 1963. Author

January 01, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 01, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Travel

Space Travel

Platform: Multics, GECOS, PDP-7

Genre: Simulation game

history

Who was the US President on January 01, 1969?

On January 01, 1969 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 1969?

On January 01, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 1969?

On January 01, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 1st?

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

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

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What happened in 1969?

1969 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
  • 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
  • Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion

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What was the calendar for January 1969?

January 1969 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1969 calendar looked like.

Wednesday January 1, 1969