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April 16, 1961 was the 106th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is April 16, 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 April 16, 1961, who was born and died on April 16, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 16, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Blue Moon by The Marcels), movies (e.g. Scream of Fear, directed by Seth Holt), TV series (e.g. Spotlight) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 16th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 16, 1961?
- April 16, 1961: What happened on that day?
- April 16, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 16, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 16, 1961?
- April 16, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 16, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- April 16, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 16, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- April 16, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 16, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 16, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 16, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 16, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on April 16, 1961?
What day of the week was April 16, 1961?
April 16, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 106th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 16, 1961 can also be written as 4/16/1961 in the US and as 16/4/1961 in UK and Europe.
April 16, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 16, 1961:
- 15th tony awards: becket and bye bye birdie win.
- Louise suggs wins lpga dallas civitan golf open.
April 16, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 16th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 16, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 16, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 16th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 16, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 16, 1961 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 16, 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 April 16, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 06:24 am and setting at 09:17 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 01, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Apr 30, 1961.
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Who was born on April 16, 1961?
Famous people born on April 16, 1961:
- Jarbom Gamlin
Indian lawyer and politician, seventh chief minister of arunachal pradesh (d. 2014).
- Selena
Texas, united states -- spanish singer (grammy-1994).
- Doris Dragovic
Croatian singer.
- Carol W. Greider
Scientist.
- Linda Williams
British film studies academic.
- David Mercer
- Herman Frison
- Izuru Narushima
- Stefano Salieri
- Andrea Tabanelli
Whose famous birthday is on April 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 16th:
![Charlie Chaplin]()
Charlie ChaplinLegendary silent film actor and director, known for his iconic character The Tramp.
![Dusty Springfield]()
Dusty SpringfieldDusty springfield was a british pop singer known for her soulful voice and hits like 'son of a preacher man'.
![Anya Taylor-Joy]()
Anya Taylor-JoyAnya taylor-joy is a british-argentinian actress known for her roles in the queen's gambit and split.
![Martin Lawrence]()
Martin LawrenceMartin lawrence is a comedian and actor known for his roles in popular films such as bad boys and big momma's house.
![Kareem Abdul-Jabbar]()
Kareem Abdul-JabbarAmerican basketball star, collegiate champion, who got his professional start in 1969 with the milwaukee braves.
![Jon Cryer]()
Jon CryerJon cryer is an american actor best known for his role as alan harper on the tv show two and a half men.
![Qi Shu]()
Qi ShuQi shu is a taiwanese actress known for her roles in popular films such as the transporter and new york, i love you.
![Michel Blanc]()
Michel BlancFrench actor and director, known for his portrayal of hypochondriacs and losers (in "les bronza"s), but also in more serious roles such as...
![Catherine Allégret]()
Catherine AllégretFrench actress, adopted by her second husband, yves montand, as a french actress.
![Gina Carano]()
Gina CaranoAmerican mixed martial arts fighter.
April 16, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years and 3 days old,
or 756 months and 3 days old,
or 3287 weeks and 5 days old,
or 23014 days old,
if you were born on April 16, 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 April 16, 1961?
There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 16th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 16, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 16, 1961.
April 16, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 16, 1961:
- Carl Hovland
American academic and psychologist (d. 1961).
- Martien Houtkooper
What famous deaths happened on April 16th?
Famous deaths on April 16th:
![Robert Urich]()
Robert UrichAmerican actor, on stage, film, and radio.
![David Lean]()
David LeanEnglish director, screenwriter, and editor.
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCroryBritish actress (b. 1968).
![Neville Brand]()
Neville BrandAmerican actor (d. 1992).
![Scott Brady]()
Scott BradyAmerican actor.
![Ralph Ellison]()
Ralph EllisonAmerican critic and author (d. 1994).
![Kay Walsh]()
Kay WalshEnglish actress, singer, and dancer (d. 2005).
![Fay Bainter]()
Fay BainterFay Bainter was an Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.
![Graham Jarvis]()
Graham JarvisActor from canada (d. 2003).
- Renji Kawabata
Renji Kawabata was a Nobel Prize-winning Japanese novelist.
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April 16, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 16, 1961:
- Blessed HervT of Tours
- Mawlid in Shi'a Islam (2006).
- Birthday of the Danish sovereign, Queen Margrethe, celebrated in Greenland.
Saints celebrated on April 16, 1961:
- Saint Paternus
- Saint Bernadette
- Saint Turibius
- Saint Fructuosus
- Saint Drogo.
- Saint Benedict Joseph Labre
- Saints Martial, Urban, Eventius, Caecilian, Julia, and their companions, martyrs of 304
April 16, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 16, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 10th and April 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 16, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 16, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 16, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 16, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Jorgen Ingmann and His Guitar - Apache
- The Shirelles - Dedicated To The One I Love
- Del Shannon - Runaway
- Floyd Cramer - On The Rebound
April 16, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 16, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 16, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 16, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - Wooden Heart
- Allisons - Are You Sure
- Bobby Darin - Lazy River
- The Everly Brothers - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
- Cliff Richard - Theme For A Dream
April 16, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 16, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 10th and April 16th.
April 16, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 16, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 10th and April 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Marcels - Blue Moon
- Ray Charles - One Mint Julep
- Brook Benton - For My Baby
- Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law
- Bobby Bland - I Pity The Fool
April 16, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 16, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Scream of Fear
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Seth Holt
Starring: Susan Strasberg, Ann Todd, Ronald Lewis, Christopher Lee
One-Eyed Jacks
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Marlon Brando
Starring: Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Pina Pellicer, Katy Jurado
Country: United States of America
Underworld U.S.A.
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Samuel Fuller
Starring: Cliff Robertson, Dolores Dorn, Beatrice Kay, Paul Dubov
The Assassin
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Elio Petri
Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Micheline Presle, Cristina Gaioni, Salvo Randone
Spotlight on a Murderer
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Georges Franju
Starring: Pierre Brasseur, Pascale Audret, Marianne Koch, Jean-Louis Trintignant
April 16, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 16, 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:
Spotlight
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Tom McCarthy
Rob Roy
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones
Amelia
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Mira Nair
The Treasure Seekers
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Juliet May
Happily Ever After
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Yvan Attal
April 16, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 16, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Agony and the Ecstasy
By: Irving Stone
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 …
Profiles In Courage
By: John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage was written in 1955 by the junior senator of Massachusetts. It served as a clear call to all Americans.
A Burnt-Out Case
By: Graham Greene
Querry, the world-famous architect is suffering from a horrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds joy in life or meaning in art.
Fate Is The Hunter
By: Ernest K. Gann
Ernest K. Gann's classic memoir gives an intimate and exciting account of the turbulent early days of commercial aviation. Gann takes you into the cockpit and recounts it in his unique style.
Who was the US President on April 16, 1961?
On April 16, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 16, 1961?
On April 16, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 16, 1961?
On April 16, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about April 16th?
April 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of April. 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 April 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Apple inc. and google have removed tiktok in india from their app stores after a madras high court ruled that the app could expose children and encourage cyberbullying.
- 2018 - Terrorism is in israel: petah tikva resident zohar zuaretz was indicted for counterterror offenses related to far-right social media posts that he made about the killing of arabs. (the times of israel). the iliya institute in jerusalem, declared terrorist organization by avigdor liberman, israel's defense minister.
- 2017 - In a shooting at columbus' j&r party hall after hours club, nine people were injured. two of the victims are in critical condition.
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 April 1961?
April 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
