Thursday February 02, 1961: on this day

February 02, 1961 was the 33rd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 02, 1961 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 02, 1961, who was born and died on February 02, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles), movies (e.g. Mother Joan of the Angels, directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz), TV series (e.g. Boomerang) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1961?


February 02, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1961 can also be written as 2/2/1961 in the US and as 2/2/1961 in UK and Europe.

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February 02, 1961: What happened on that day?


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February 02, 1961: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 02, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 02, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 02, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 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 February 02, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 07:13 pm and setting at 08:30 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

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Who was born on February 02, 1961?


Famous people born on February 02, 1961:

  • Lauren Lane
    Lauren Lane

    Lauren lane is an american actress best known for her role as c.c.

  • Abraham Iyambo

    Namibian politician (d. 2013).

  • Steve Penney

    National hockey league goaltender.

  • Andrea Raschèr
  • Riyad al-As'ad
  • Lars Olsen
  • Carla Cico

Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:

  • Gale Gordon
    Gale Gordon

    Gale 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 Arterton

    Gemma 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 Jason

    British comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.

  • Jascha Heifetz
    Jascha Heifetz

    Lithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.

  • Stan Getz
    Stan Getz

    Philadelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).

  • Ina Garten
    Ina Garten

    American tv personality and author.

  • Abba Eban
    Abba Eban

    Israeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.

  • Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch

    American actress with a varied and long career.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jennifer Westfeldt
    Jennifer Westfeldt

    American screenwriter and actress.

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February 02, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 1 month old,

or 757 months and 17 days old,

or 3293 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23056 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 1961.

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, 1961?

There are 320 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, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 02, 1961.

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February 02, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 02, 1961:

  • Anna May Wong
    Anna May Wong

    Actress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.

  • Yori Yamagata

    Japanese painter known for his unique blend of traditional and modern art styles.

  • Adolf Vogl

    Composer dies at 87.

  • Alberico Benedicenti

What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?

Famous deaths on February 2nd:

  • Boris Karloff
    Boris Karloff

    Boris 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 Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Barry Morse
    Barry Morse

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).

  • Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence

    Donald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.

  • Bob Elliott
    Bob Elliott

    Bob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

    American actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).

  • Jessie Royce Landis
    Jessie Royce Landis

    Actress in north by northwest, dies at 67.

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February 02, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 02, 1961:

  • 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, 1961:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 30th and February 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1961 was Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
  2. - Calcutta
  3. - Exodus
  4. - Wonderland By Night
  5. - Shop Around

February 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
  2. - Sailor
  3. - You're Sixteen
  4. - Pepe
  5. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes

February 02, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shop Around
  2. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
  3. - The Hoochi Coochi Coo
  4. - At Last
  5. - All In My Mind

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February 02, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 02, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mother Joan of the Angels

Mother Joan of the Angels

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerzy Kawalerowicz

Starring: Lucyna Winnicka, Mieczyslaw Voit, Anna Ciepielewska, Maria Chwalibóg

Hand in Hand

Hand in Hand

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Philip Leacock

Starring: Loretta Parry, Philip Needs, John Gregson, Sybil Thorndike

The Sins of Rachel Cade

The Sins of Rachel Cade

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Angie Dickinson, Peter Finch, Roger Moore, Errol John

The Misfits

The Misfits

Release year: 1961

Directed by: John Huston

Starring: Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift, Thelma Ritter

Country: United States of America

La notte

La notte

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni

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

Country: United States of America

February 02, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 02, 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:

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

The Avengers

The Avengers

Release year: 1960

Written by:

Directed by: Jeremiah Chechik

Starring: Patrick Macnee

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Mira Nair

February 02, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 02, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The American Heritage Picture History Of The Civil War by Bruce Catton

The American Heritage Picture History Of The Civil War

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2 volumes in original slipcase, 1960 red boards with gold letters

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

To Kill a Mockingbird

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To Kill A Mockingbird, the unforgettable story of a Southern childhood and the conscience crisis that rocked it became a bestseller immediately and was critically acclaimed when it was published for the first time in 1960.

Sermons And Soda Water by John O'Hara

Sermons And Soda Water

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John O'Hara, Three Volumes in One, Random Hse. Book club ed., in DJ

Shadows On The Grass by Isak Dinesen

Shadows On The Grass

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Isak Dinesen retells the riveting story of her life in Kenya, as told in Out of Africa, which was published under Karen Blixen.

Advise And Consent by Allen Drury

Advise And Consent

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Advice and Consent

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Who was the US President on February 02, 1961?

On February 02, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1961?

On February 02, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1961?

On February 02, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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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.

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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 February 1961?

February 1961 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.

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Thursday February 2, 1961