Thursday October 11, 1962: on this day

October 11, 1962 was the 284th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 11, 1962 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 11, 1962, who was born and died on October 11, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 11, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sherry by The 4 Seasons), movies (e.g. Requiem for a Heavyweight, directed by Ralph Nelson), TV series (e.g. Mchale'S Navy) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 11th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 11, 1962?


October 11, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 284th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 11, 1962 can also be written as 10/11/1962 in the US and as 11/10/1962 in UK and Europe.

October 11, 1962 in October 1962 calendar

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October 11, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 11, 1962:

  • 1st appearance of a gabor sister on merv griffin show
  • 2nd vatican council (21st ecumenical) convened by pope john xxiii
  • Second vatican council: pope john xxiii convenes the first ecumenical council of the roman catholic church in 92 years.
  • The infamous columbus day storm strikes the u.s. pacific northwest with wind gusts up to 170nbspmph (270nbspkm/h) 46 are killed, 11 billion board feet (26 million m³) of timber is blown down, with $230 million u.s. in damages.
  • Jazz bassist/composer charles mingus presents a disastrous concert at town hall in new york city. it will gain a reputation as the worst moment of his career.

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October 11, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 11th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 11, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 11, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 11th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 11, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 11, 1962 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 11, 1962 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 October 11, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:42 pm and setting at 05:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 14, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Oct 13, 1962.

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Who was born on October 11, 1962?


Famous people born on October 11, 1962:

  • Joan Cusack
    Joan Cusack

    American comedian and actress, nominated twice as best supporting actress oscar.

  • Anne Enright

    Irish scholar and author.

  • Andy McCoy

    Finnish-swedish producer and singer (hanoi rocks the suicide twins).

  • Joan Cusack in Evanston

    Illinois, usa; comedienne (saturday night live).

  • Nicola Bryant

    English actress.

  • Richard Evans

    American author.

  • Eric Johnson

    Seaside, oregon -- nike golfer (1993 nike louisiana open-3rd).

  • Martin Bayless

    Nfl safety (kc chiefs).

  • Leslie Landon in Los Angeles

    California, usa; actress (etta plum - little house on the prairie).

  • Tazz (wrestler)
  • Stefano Ricucci
  • Gustavo Luza

Whose famous birthday is on October 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 11th:

  • Nivin Pauly
    Nivin Pauly

    Renowned Indian actor known for his work in Malayalam cinema.

  • Amitabh Bachchan
    Amitabh Bachchan

    Indian actor, producer, singer, and tv host.

  • Luke Perry
    Luke Perry

    Luke perry was an american actor best known for his role as dylan mckay on the tv series beverly hills, 90210.

  • Rakul Preet Singh
    Rakul Preet Singh

    Rakul preet singh is an indian actress known for her work in telugu and tamil films.

  • Michelle Trachtenberg
    Michelle Trachtenberg

    Michelle trachtenberg is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows and movies such as buffy the vampire slayer and gossip...

  • Emily Deschanel
    Emily Deschanel

    She is an american actress, both on film and television.

  • Mario Lopez
    Mario Lopez

    Mario lopez is an american actor, television host, and entertainment journalist, best known for his role as a.c.

  • Jane Krakowski
    Jane Krakowski

    Jane krakowski is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like 30 rock and ally mcbeal.

  • Matt Bomer
    Matt Bomer

    Matt bomer is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like white collar and american horror story.

  • Jodi Benson
    Jodi Benson

    Jodi benson is an american actress best known for providing the voice of ariel in disney's the little mermaid.

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October 11, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 61 years 5 months old,

or 737 months and 18 days old,

or 3207 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22450 days old,

if you were born on October 11, 1962.

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 October 11, 1962?

There are 196 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 11th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 11, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 11, 1962.

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October 11, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on October 11th?

Famous deaths on October 11th:

  • Angela Lansbury
    Angela Lansbury

    British-american actress who rose to stardom in 1960s broadway musical "mame", then as jessica fletcher, a hit tv series called "murder she...

  • Bonita Granville
    Bonita Granville

    Bonita Granville was an American actress known for her role in the Nancy Drew film series.

  • Richard Denning
    Richard Denning

    Poughkeepsie (new york) -- actor (steve karen, hawaii five-0).

  • Richard Cromwell
    Richard Cromwell

    Oliver cromwell was a british politician, and he is the son of a prominent family.

  • Chico Marx
    Chico Marx

    American comedian, who was a star on both the stage and in films.

  • Paul Shenar
    Paul Shenar

    Actor (deadly forces, dream lover), who dies at 53.

  • Chester Conklin
    Chester Conklin

    Actor (greed modern times), dies in 83.

  • Redd Foxx

    Legendary comedian and actor best known for his role in 'Sanford and Son'.

  • Edit Piaf

    Edith Piaf was a renowned French singer and actress, known for her powerful and emotional performances.

  • Dorotea Lange

    American documentary photographer famous for her work during the Great Depression.

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October 11, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on October 11, 1962:

  • International Day of the Girl Child
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October 11, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 11, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 8th and October 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 11, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 11, 1962 was Sherry by The 4 Seasons, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 11, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 11, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sherry
  2. - Monster Mash
  3. - Ramblin' Rose
  4. - Let's Dance
  5. - I Remember You

October 11, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 11, 1962 was Telstar by The Tornados, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 11, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 11, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Telstar
  2. - The Loco-Motion
  3. - Sheila
  4. - It Might As Well Rain Until September
  5. - She's Not You

October 11, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 11, 1962 was Green Onions by Booker T. & The MG's, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 11, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 11, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Green Onions
  2. - You Beat Me To The Punch
  3. - Sherry
  4. - Lie To Me
  5. - Do You Love Me

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October 11, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 11, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Requiem for a Heavyweight

Requiem for a Heavyweight

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Ralph Nelson

Starring: Anthony Quinn, Jackie Gleason, Mickey Rooney, Julie Harris

Ohne Krimi geht die Mimi nie ins Bett

Ohne Krimi geht die Mimi nie ins Bett

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Franz Antel

Starring: Heinz Erhardt, Karin Dor, Harald Juhnke, Ann Smyrner

A Prize of Arms

A Prize of Arms

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Cliff Owen

Starring: Stanley Baker, Helmut Schmid, Tom Bell, John Phillips

Dr. No

Dr. No

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Terence Young

Starring: Sean Connery, Ursula Andress, Bernard Lee, Joseph Wiseman

Country: United States of America

Sodom and Gomorrah

Sodom and Gomorrah

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Stewart Granger, Pier Angeli, Stanley Baker, Rossana Podestà

Country: United States of America

October 11, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 11, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

McHale's Navy

McHale's Navy

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Bryan Spicer

Country: United States of America

The Saint

The Saint

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Phillip Noyce

The Beverly Hillbillies

The Beverly Hillbillies

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Penelope Spheeris

Country: United States of America

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Frank Capra

Country: United States of America

The Andy Williams Show

The Andy Williams Show

Release year: 1962

Starring: Andy Williams

Country: United States of America

October 11, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 11, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Thin Red Line by James Jones

The Thin Red Line

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These are the men of C for-Charlie company- "Mad 1st Sgt. Eddie Welsh, Pvt. 1st Class Don Doll Pvt. John Bell, Capt. James Stein, Cpl.

The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone

The Agony and the Ecstasy

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Irving Stone's classic biographical novel about Michaelangelo - in which both the artist as well as the man are fully brought to life. This novel is a masterpiece in its own right. It portrays Michelangelo’s passionate, dangerous love life and …

Ship of Fools by Katherine Anne Porter

Ship of Fools

By:

The story is set on a cruise ship bound for Germany in the summer 1931. The passengers include a Spanish noblewoman and a drunken German lawyer. An American divorcee is also included.

Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck

Travels With Charley

By:

A personal journey through America as told by one its most loved writers. To hear the speech and smell the grass and trees, and to see the sights,

Who'S In Charge Here? by Gerald C. Gardner

Who'S In Charge Here?

By:

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October 11, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 11, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Spacewar!

Spacewar!

Platform: PDP-1

Genre: Space combat simulation

history

Who was the US President on October 11, 1962?

On October 11, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 11, 1962?

On October 11, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 11, 1962?

On October 11, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about October 11th?

October 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of October. 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 October 11th, such as:

  • 2018 - A river in bududa (uganda) bursts, resulting in the deaths of at least 41 people. many others are also injured and displaced.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attacked a police command centre in damascus killing two and injuring six more. the sun reports that sally jones, a british-born recruiter for isil, was killed in a drone strike by the united states in june. she was fleeing raqqa, syria with her 12-year old son.
  • 2016 - According to reports, a gunman dressed in an afghan police uniform kills 14 people and injures many more at the shiite karte skhi shrine in kabul, just before ashura begins. the attacker is killed by police. (upi),

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What happened in 1962?

1962 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
  • 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
  • Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome

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What was the calendar for October 1962?

October 1962 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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