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August 08, 1960 was the 221st day of the year 1960, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 08, 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 August 08, 1960, who was born and died on August 08, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 08, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini by Brian Hyland), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Lady For A Day) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 8th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 08, 1960?
- August 08, 1960: What happened on that day?
- August 08, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 08, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 08, 1960?
- August 08, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 08, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- August 08, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 08, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- August 08, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 08, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 08, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 08, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on August 08, 1960?
What day of the week was August 08, 1960?
August 08, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 221st day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 08, 1960 can also be written as 8/8/1960 in the US and as 8/8/1960 in UK and Europe.
August 08, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 08, 1960:
- Itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polkadot bikini hits #1
- Ivory coast declares independence
- South kasai secedes from the congo.
August 08, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo 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 08, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 8th, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 08, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 08, 1960 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 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 August 08, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 09:05 pm and setting at 08:51 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1960.
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Who was born on August 08, 1960?
Famous people born on August 08, 1960:
- Cheyne Horan
Pro surfer from australia, bondi beach.
- Mustafa Balbay
Turkish politician and journalist.
- Ulrich Maly
German politician, 16th mayor of nuremberg.
- Feret Patrick
French homicide: his rival was stabbed and hanged 10/10/1987.
- Andrea Ragnetti
- Paolo Pezzi
- Ima Galguén
- Bruno Pellicier
- Ralf König
- Paco Clos
- Miguel Pizarro
Whose famous birthday is on August 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 8th:
![Faye Wong]()
Faye WongFaye wong is a chinese singer and actress known for her ethereal voice and influential presence in the chinese music industry.
![Peyton List]()
Peyton ListPeyton list is an american actress known for her roles in the disney channel series jessie and the film diary of a wimpy kid: rodrick rules.
![Dustin Hoffman]()
Dustin HoffmanAmerican actor who created some of the most memorable characters in cinema history, winning two oscars, five oscar nominations and an emmy...
![Robin Quivers]()
Robin QuiversAmerican radio personality, author, and co-host of howard sternaeur (tm), the nationally syndicated radio show and cable tv show.
![Esther Williams]()
Esther WilliamsAmerican actress and swimmer, who became a swimming champion and became a leading lady in aquatic extravaganzas during the '50s, '60s and...
![Keith Carradine]()
Keith CarradineAmerican actor from a theatre family.
![Rory Calhoun]()
Rory CalhounAmerican actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".
![Roger Penrose]()
Roger PenroseMathematician and english physicist.
![Katie Leung]()
Katie LeungKatie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series.
![Rena Mero]()
Rena MeroAmerican wrestler.
August 08, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 8 months old,
or 764 months and 16 days old,
or 3324 weeks and 2 days old,
or 23270 days old,
if you were born on August 08, 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 August 08, 1960?
There are 106 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 08, 1960.
August 08, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 08, 1960:
- Danton Walker
Columnist (broadway spotlight), died at 61.
What famous deaths happened on August 8th?
Famous deaths on August 8th:
![Louise Brooks]()
Louise BrooksIconic silent film actress known for her bob haircut and roles in Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl.
![Patricia Neal]()
Patricia NealAmerican actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.
![Olivia Newton-John]()
Olivia Newton-JohnAn american singer, born in australia.
![Karen Black]()
Karen BlackAmerican actress, who was ten years old when she had her first stage experience.
![Glen Campbell]()
Glen CampbellAmerican country and western singer, recording artist, and actor in tv and film.
![Barbara Bel Geddes]()
Barbara Bel GeddesNyc, new york -- actress.
![Fay Wray]()
Fay WrayFay Wray was a renowned actress best known for her role in the classic film 'King Kong'.
![Richard Deacon]()
Richard DeaconAmerican actor and singer (d.1984).
![Alan Napier]()
Alan NapierAmerican actor, alfred the butler on batman, at 85 years old (born 1903).
![Ilse Werner]()
Ilse WernerActress and singer from the netherlands, german (d. 2005).
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August 08, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 08, 1960:
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least ? saints: St. Dominic de Guzman, priest, (1170-1221).
- Sweden - Namesday of Queen Silvia, an Official Flag Day.
- Taiwan: Father's Day. (In Mandarin, Ba Ba means father and 8-8, or August 8).
- St. Hormisdas
- St. Smaragdus (and companions)
- St. Largus
- St. Cyriacus
August 08, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 08, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 08, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1960 was Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini by Brian Hyland, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 08, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 08, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brian Hyland - Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini
- Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
- Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
- Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely (Know The Way I Feel)
- Hollywood Argyles - Alley-Oop
August 08, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1960 was Please Don't Tease by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 08, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 08, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
- The Shadows - Apache
- Johnny Kidd & The Pirates - Shakin' All Over
- Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
- Duane Eddy - Because They're Young
August 08, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1960 was A Woman, A Lover, A Friend by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 08, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 08, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
- Fats Domino - Walking To New Orleans
- Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool In Love
- Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Question
August 08, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 08, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
G.I. Blues
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Norman Taurog
Starring: Elvis Presley, Juliet Prowse, Robert Ivers, James Douglas
Country: United States of America
Atom Age Vampire
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Anton Giulio Majano
Starring: Alberto Lupo, Susanne Loret, Sergio Fantoni, Franca Parisi
Black Sunday
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Mario Bava
Starring: Barbara Steele, John Richardson, Andrea Checchi, Ivo Garrani
Country: United States of America
Ocean's Eleven
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Lewis Milestone
Starring: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford
Country: United States of America
August 08, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 08, 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:
Lady for a Day
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Frank Capra
Full Circle
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Solvan Slick Naim, Olli Koivula
St. Ives
Release year: 1960
My Sister Eileen
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Quine
August 08, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 08, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
To Kill a Mockingbird
By: Harper Lee
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.
Before You Go
By: Jerome Weidman
The family of Sarno, who has a long history of practicing alternative medicine called 'cupping,' is deeply rooted in New York's Lower East Side.
May This House Be Safe From Tigers
By: Alexander King
Author: Alexander King. Memoir. Copyright: 1960. Illustrations by 23 original drawings of the author. 373 pages. Hardcover.
How I Made $2,000,000 In The Stock Market
By: Nicolas Darvas
Reprint of 1960 edition. Original edition in full facsimile. It is not reproduced using optical recognition software. Nicolas Darvas, a Hungarian citizen, studied economics at the University of Budapest.
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
Who was the US President on August 08, 1960?
On August 08, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1960?
On August 08, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 08, 1960?
On August 08, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 8th?
August 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Academy awards: academy of motion picture arts and sciences announces changes to the oscars. this includes a shorter ceremony and a category called "most popular film".
- 2017 - Battle of marawi. the pentagon is looking into conducting airstrikes on marawi. if approved, this would allow the united states to send troops into the area to fight the isis-affiliated maute and other islamist terror groups. later, a spokesperson denied the claims and clarified that the philippines had not requested such an airstrike.
- 2016 - 2016 ethiopian protests. more than 50 protesters were killed by ethiopian security force forces in the past few days. the government blocked internet access and restricted journalistic access to the country.
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 August 1960?
August 1960 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.
