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About February 2nd, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: Michale Eufemia sinks 625 balls in pool match without a miss.
- Day of the week: February 2nd, 1960 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Gale Gordon, Gemma Arterton
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Running Bear by Johnny Preston
- #1 UK song: Why by Anthony Newley
- Popular movie: The Virgin Spring directed by Ingmar Bergman
More about February 2nd, 1960? See below for more news and curiosities on February 2nd, 1960.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 02, 1960?
- February 02, 1960: What happened on that day?
- February 02, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 02, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 02, 1960?
- February 02, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 02, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- February 02, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 02, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- February 02, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 02, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 02, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 02, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on February 02, 1960?
What day of the week was February 02, 1960?
February 02, 1960 was a Tuesday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 02, 1960 can also be written as 2/2/1960 in the US and as 2/2/1960 in UK and Europe.
February 02, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 02, 1960:
- Michale eufemia sinks 625 balls in pool match without a miss.
February 02, 1960: What were the magazines covers that day?
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February 02, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd 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 02, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 02, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 02, 1960 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 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 February 02, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 10:07 am and setting at 11:19 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jan 13, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Feb 12, 1960.
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Who was born on February 02, 1960?
Famous people born on February 02, 1960:
- Victoria Jackson
Victoria Jackson is an American entrepreneur and investor who co-founded the cosmetics company Victoria's Secret.
- Claudio Panatta
The italian tennis champion on the national team is adriano panatta, who is also a tennis champion.
- Lionel Lemonchois
French sailor and professional skipper, he was twice the jules verne trophy winner: 2005 with orange ii, 2010 with groupama 3 he won the...
- Lee Chill
Cleveland, ohio -- canadian tour golfer (1977 ohio junior).
- Lee Chill in Cleveland
Ohio, usa; canadian tour golfer (1977 ohio jr).
- Jari Porttila
Finnish sports journalist.
- Eric Shea
Actor (castaway cowboy).
- Cecilia Chailly
Italian composer, harpist and writer.
- Alberto Torresin
- Maurizio Palomba
- Olivier Wieviorka
- Marco Calgaro
- Daniel Ahumada
- Brian Marwood
- Doug Morrison
- Daniel Palladino
- Abel Resino
Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:
![Gale Gordon]()
Gale GordonGale gordon was an american actor known for his roles in television and radio, particularly for his work on the lucy show and here's lucy.
![Gemma Arterton]()
Gemma ArtertonGemma arterton is a british actress known for her roles in blockbuster films such as 'quantum of solace' and 'prince of persia: the sands of...
![David Jason]()
David JasonBritish comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.
![Jascha Heifetz]()
Jascha HeifetzLithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.
![Stan Getz]()
Stan GetzPhiladelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).
![Ina Garten]()
Ina GartenAmerican tv personality and author.
![Abba Eban]()
Abba EbanIsraeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.
![Elaine Stritch]()
Elaine StritchAmerican actress with a varied and long career.
![Tom Smothers]()
Tom SmothersAmerican comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.
![Jennifer Westfeldt]()
Jennifer WestfeldtAmerican screenwriter and actress.
February 02, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 3 months old,
or 771 months and 9 days old,
or 3353 weeks and 4 days old,
or 23475 days old,
if you were born on February 02, 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 February 02, 1960?
There are 267 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 2nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 02, 1960.
February 02, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 02, 1960:
- Jeno Huszka
Composer dies at 84.
- Luigi Barnabò
- Alfredo Cairati
- André Alerme
What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?
Famous deaths on February 2nd:
![Boris Karloff]()
Boris KarloffBoris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in...
![Gene Kelly]()
Gene KellyAmerican actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
![Anna May Wong]()
Anna May WongActress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.
![Wendy Barrie]()
Wendy BarrieBritish-american actress.
![Barry Morse]()
Barry MorseCanadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).
![Donald Pleasence]()
Donald PleasenceDonald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.
![Bob Elliott]()
Bob ElliottBob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.
![Vijay Arora]()
Vijay AroraIndian actor in television and film (born 1944).
![Bert Parks]()
Bert ParksAmerican actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).
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February 02, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 02, 1960:
- Ancient Latvia - Veja Diena observed.
- St. Adelbald
- Catholicism - Candlemas, The Presentation of the Lord, The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, World Day for Consecrated Life (also February 3 in the United States).
- United States and Canada - Groundhog Day.
- Scotland - A quarter day in the Christian calendar (due to Candlemas).
- Paganism - Imbolc (in northern hemisphere), Lughnasadh (in southern hemisphere).
- Czech Republic - Hromnice.
- St. Cornelius
- France - CrOpe Day.
Observances on February 02, 1960:
- World Wetlands Day
February 02, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 02, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 1st and February 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 02, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1960 was Running Bear by Johnny Preston, according to the music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.
February 02, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 1st and February 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnny Preston - Running Bear
- Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
- Marty Robbins - El Paso
- Dion and the Belmonts - Where Or When
- Jimmy Clanton - Go, Jimmy, Go
February 02, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1960 was Why by Anthony Newley, according to the music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.
February 02, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 1st and February 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Anthony Newley - Why
- Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Voice In The Wilderness
- Adam Faith - Poor Me
- Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
- Craig Douglas - Pretty Blue Eyes
February 02, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1960 was Smokie - Part 2 by Bill Black's Combo, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.
February 02, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 02, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 1st and February 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Bill Black's Combo - Smokie - Part 2
- Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
- Marv Johnson - You Got What It Takes
- Johnny Preston - Running Bear
- Jackie Wilson - Talk That Talk
February 02, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 02, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Virgin Spring
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Ingmar Bergman
Starring: Max von Sydow, Birgitta Valberg, Gunnel Lindblom, Birgitta Pettersson
Country: United States of America
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
Sink the Bismarck!
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Lewis Gilbert
Starring: Kenneth More, Dana Wynter, Carl Möhner, Laurence Naismith
Country: United States of America
Four Fast Guns
Release year: 1960
Directed by: William J. Hole Jr.
Starring: James Craig, Martha Vickers, Edgar Buchanan, Brett Halsey
La Dolce Vita
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Federico Fellini
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Anita Ekberg, Anouk Aimée, Yvonne Furneaux
Country: United States of America
February 02, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 02, 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:
Strife
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Tiffany Warren
Here Come the Girls
Release year: 1960
Take It Easy
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Anantha Padmanabha
Showtime
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Tom Dey
On the Spot
Release year: 1959
February 02, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 02, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Elements Of Style
By: William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White
You recognize the names of the authors. The title is familiar to you. This book is probably something you've used. This is The Elements of Style. It's the classic style guide.
The Silent Traveller In Boston
By: Chiang Yee
Chiang Yee illustrates The Silent Traveller in Boston. Illustrations by Chiang Yee. New York: W.W. Norton & Company, Inc., 1959. First edition.
The Joy Of Music
By: Leonard Bernstein
(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.
Two Weeks In Another Town
By: Irwin Shaw
John Andrus, a struggling actor, gets his last chance to make it big with a memorable Roman holiday. John Andrus was severely injured in World War II. Andrus is marred by a scar on his face and burdened with a …
Who was the US President on February 02, 1960?
On February 02, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1960?
On February 02, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 02, 1960?
On February 02, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about February 2nd?
February 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:
- 2019 - Moro conflict: patikul and sulu shootout: five soldiers, three militants, and several other people were killed in an attack in patikul (sulu), in the philippines.
- 2018 - Relations china-united kingdom: in the midst of perceived erosion in freedoms in hong kong and britain, prime minister theresa may ends a three-day visit in china. it is estimated that there were ps9 billion worth of trade agreements.
- 2017 - Relations between georgia and the european union: the european parliament unanimously approved visa-free schengen for georgia.
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 February 1960?
February 1960 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.
