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Saturday October 12, 1963: on this day
October 12, 1963 was the 285th day of the year 1963, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is October 12, 1963 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 12, 1963, who was born and died on October 12, 1963, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 1963, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sugar Shack by Jimmy Gilmer), movies (e.g. Mary, Mary, directed by Mervyn LeRoy), TV series (e.g. Nightcap) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 12th, 1963 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 12, 1963?
- October 12, 1963: What happened on that day?
- October 12, 1963: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 12, 1963: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 12, 1963?
- October 12, 1963: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 12, 1963: What famous people died on that day?
- October 12, 1963: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 12, 1963: Number 1 song on that day
- October 12, 1963: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 12, 1963: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 12, 1963: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 12, 1963?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1963?
- Who was the Pope on October 12, 1963?
What day of the week was October 12, 1963?
October 12, 1963 was a Saturday and it was the 285th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 12, 1963 can also be written as 10/12/1963 in the US and as 12/10/1963 in UK and Europe.
October 12, 1963: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 12, 1963:
- Student gypsy closes at 84th st. theater nyc after 16 performances
- At 4 am, traffic on bay bridge is 1-way on each deck
- Archaeological digs begin at masada, israel.
- After nearly 23 years of imprisonment, reverend walter ciszek, a jesuit missionary, was released from the soviet union.
October 12, 1963: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th 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 12, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 1963 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 12, 1963: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 12, 1963 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 12, 1963 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 12, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 01:55 am and setting at 04:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 03, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 1963.
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Who was born on October 12, 1963?
Famous people born on October 12, 1963:
![Dave Legeno]()
Dave LegenoEnglish actor and mixed martial artist (d. 2014).
- Satoshi Kon
Japanese screenwriter and animator (d. 2010).
- Lane Frost
Renowned professional bull rider known for his skill and charisma.
- Hideki Fujisawa
Japanese composer.
- Luis Polonia
Dominican baseball player.
- Alan McDonald
Northern ireland footballer and manager (b. 1963).
- Raimond Aumann
German footballer.
- Michael Zordich
Strong safety in the nfl (philadelphia eagles).
- Randy Wood
American pro hockey player.
- Philippe Dessertine
- Randy Wood (ice hockey)
- Donna Williams
- José Ramón Romo
- Phil Hill
- Adele Ammendola
Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:
![Hugh Jackman]()
Hugh JackmanAustralian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.
![Josh Hutcherson]()
Josh HutchersonJosh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.
![Young Jeezy]()
Young JeezyYoung jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...
![Brigitte Lahaie]()
Brigitte LahaieFrench radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.
![Akshara Haasan]()
Akshara HaasanIndian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.
![Luciano Pavarotti]()
Luciano PavarottiHe is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.
![Doona Bae]()
Doona BaeDoona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.
![Tyler Blackburn]()
Tyler BlackburnTyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.
![Kirk Cameron]()
Kirk CameronAmerican actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.
![Susan Anton]()
Susan AntonAmerican actress, singer and dancer.
October 12, 1963: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 60 years 6 months old,
or 726 months and 7 days old,
or 3157 weeks and 6 days old,
or 22105 days old,
if you were born on October 12, 1963.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 12, 1963?
There are 176 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 1963?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 12, 1963.
October 12, 1963: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 12, 1963:
- Jolán Földes
What famous deaths happened on October 12th?
Famous deaths on October 12th:
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Sonja Henie]()
Sonja HenieThe norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.
![Joan Leslie]()
Joan LeslieAmerican actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).
![Sheila Florance]()
Sheila FloranceAustralian actress in television and film (born 1916).
![Leon Ames]()
Leon AmesActor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.
![Conchata Ferrell]()
Conchata FerrellAmerican actress (d. 2020).
![Nat Pendleton]()
Nat PendletonOlympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.
![Doris Davenport]()
Doris DavenportActress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.
![Aline MacMahon]()
Aline MacMahonUs actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.
![Johnny Olson]()
Johnny OlsonAmerican game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 12th
October 12, 1963: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 12, 1963:
- El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
- French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
- Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
- Malawi - Mother's Day
- Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
- Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
- St. Fiace
- Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
October 12, 1963: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 12, 1963 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 7th and October 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 12, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 12, 1963 was Sugar Shack by Jimmy Gilmer, according to the music chart for the week October 7th and October 13th.
October 12, 1963: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 12, 1963 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 7th and October 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jimmy Gilmer - Sugar Shack
- The Ronettes - Be My Baby
- Bobby Vinton - Blue Velvet
- Garnet Mimms - Cry Baby
- The Jaynetts - Sally, Go 'Round The Roses
October 12, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 12, 1963 was Do You Love Me? by Brian Poole & The Tremeloes, according to the music chart for the week October 7th and October 13th.
October 12, 1963: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 12, 1963 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 7th and October 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Brian Poole & The Tremeloes - Do You Love Me?
- The Beatles - She Loves You
- The Crystals - Then He Kissed Me
- Gerry & The Pacemakers - You'll Never Walk Alone
- Roy Orbison - Blue Bayou / Mean Woman Blues
October 12, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 12, 1963 was Cry Baby by Garnet Mimms & The Enchanters, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 7th and October 13th.
October 12, 1963: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 12, 1963 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 7th and October 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Garnet Mimms & The Enchanters - Cry Baby
- Martha & The Vandellas - Heat Wave
- The Miracles - Mickey's Monkey
- Little Johnny Taylor - Part Time Love
- The Jaynetts - Sally, Go 'round The Roses
October 12, 1963: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 12, 1963 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Mary, Mary
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Mervyn LeRoy
Starring: Debbie Reynolds, Barry Nelson, Diane McBain, Hiram Sherman
Omicron
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Ugo Gregoretti
Starring: Renato Salvatori, Ugo Gregoretti, Rosemary Dexter, Calisto Calisti
Country: Italy
From Russia with Love
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Terence Young
Starring: Sean Connery, Robert Shaw, Lotte Lenya, Daniela Bianchi
Country: United States of America
Thunder Island
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Jack Leewood
Starring: Gene Nelson, Fay Spain, Brian Kelly, Miriam Colon
Monsieur Gangster
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Georges Lautner
Starring: Lino Ventura, Bernard Blier, Francis Blanche, Claude Rich
October 12, 1963: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 12, 1963 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Nightcap
Release year: 1963
Directed by: Claude Chabrol
Mord in Riverport
Release year: 1963
Tetsujin nijûhachi-go
Release year: 1963
Wie van de drie?
Release year: 1963
Promaja
Release year: 1963
October 12, 1963: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 12, 1963 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
On Her Majesty'S Secret Service
By: Ian Fleming
After Operation Thunderball, Ernst Stavro Blofeld lost his trail and so did 007's love of his job. Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo, a young troubled woman who shares his love for danger and fast cars, is the only thing that can …
The American Way Of Death
By: Jessica Mitford
"Mitford's humorous and unforgiving book, Memoirs of Mori, is the best we can get." It is important that it be updated every decade to ensure our spiritual health. --The
Happiness Is A Warm Puppy
By: Charles M. Schulz
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I Owe Russia $1200
By: Bob Hope
Bob Hope (May 29, 1903 to July 27, 2003) was an American comedian, actor, and performer who performed on Broadway, in vaudeville and on television, as well as in movies and radio.
City Of Night
By: John Rechy
[Rechy's] tone rings completely true and is his entirely. . . . He is a truth-teller, and he tells it with such passion, that we are forced into sharing in his life
Who was the US President on October 12, 1963?
On October 12, 1963 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 1963?
On October 12, 1963 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 12, 1963?
On October 12, 1963 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about October 12th?
October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
- 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.
What happened in 1963?
1963 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Hot line between Moscow-Washington, DC installed
- WTEV (now WLNE) TV channel 6 in Providence RI begins broadcasting
- WOUB TV channel 20 in Athens, OH (PBS) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for October 1963?
October 1963 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.
