Wednesday January 17, 1962: on this day

January 17, 1962 was the 17th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is January 17, 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 January 17, 1962, who was born and died on January 17, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 17, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Twist by Chubby Checker), movies (e.g. Jules and Jim, directed by François Truffaut), TV series (e.g. Bonsoir) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 17th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 17, 1962?


January 17, 1962 was a Wednesday and it was the 17th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 17, 1962 can also be written as 1/17/1962 in the US and as 17/1/1962 in UK and Europe.

January 17, 1962 in January 1962 calendar

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January 17, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 17, 1962:

  • A nasa civilian pilot neil a armstrong takes x-15 to 40,690 m

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January 17, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 17th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 17, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 17, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on January 17th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 17, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 17, 1962 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 17, 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 January 17, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 02:33 pm and setting at 05:23 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 22, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1962.

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Who was born on January 17, 1962?


Famous people born on January 17, 1962:

  • Jim Carrey
    Jim Carrey

    Versatile comedic actor known for his roles in movies like 'Ace Ventura' and 'The Truman Show.

  • Sebastian Junger
    Sebastian Junger

    American author, the perfect storm, 1997.

  • Daniel Gilbert

    Founder of Quicken Loans and owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

  • Ari Up

    Vocalist of the punk band The Slits.

  • Denis O'Hare

    American actor known for his roles in TV series like 'American Horror Story' and films like 'Dallas Buyers Club'.

  • Jun Azumi

    Japanese broadcaster and politician, 46th japanese minister of finance.

  • Nicholas Hughes

    English-born son of poets sylvia plath (and ted hughes) and a sucide.

  • Joseph C Phillips
  • Dan Gilbert (businessman)
  • Colette Bourgonje
  • Nick Land

Whose famous birthday is on January 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 17th:

  • Michelle Obama
    Michelle Obama

    Barack obama, a noted american lawyer and spouse to the democratic party nominee for president 2008, is a well-known american lawyer.

  • James Earl Jones
    James Earl Jones

    James earl jones is an american actor known for his deep voice and iconic roles in movies such as darth vader in star wars and mufasa in the...

  • Eartha Kitt
    Eartha Kitt

    Eartha kitt was a renowned pop singer and actress known for her sultry voice and captivating performances, gaining fame for her hit songs...

  • Françoise Hardy
    Françoise Hardy

    French actress and chanson singer, most prominently in german films.

  • Shabba Ranks
    Shabba Ranks

    Shabba ranks is a jamaican singer known for popularizing dancehall music in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

  • Zooey Deschanel
    Zooey Deschanel

    American singer-songwriter, producer, and actress.

  • Betty White
    Betty White

    American actress.

  • Sylvie Testud
    Sylvie Testud

    French actress, writer, director, and amateur painter.

  • Andy Kaufman
    Andy Kaufman

    American actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.

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January 17, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 3 months old,

or 747 months and 2 days old,

or 3248 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22738 days old,

if you were born on January 17, 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 January 17, 1962?

There are 273 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 17th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 17, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 17, 1962.

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January 17, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 17, 1962:

  • Gerrit Achterberg

    Dutch poet, dead end, dies at the age of 56.

What famous deaths happened on January 17th?

Famous deaths on January 17th:

  • Virginia Mayo
    Virginia Mayo

    An American film actress who was a major box office draw in the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Richard Crenna
    Richard Crenna

    American actor.

  • Evelyn Nesbit
    Evelyn Nesbit

    Evelyn Nesbit was a popular American model and actress in the early 20th century.

  • Barbara Britton
    Barbara Britton

    Actress (pamela north-mrs north), dies at the age of 59.

  • Derek Fowlds
    Derek Fowlds

    British actor (b.1937).

  • Suchitra Sen
    Suchitra Sen

    Actress from bangladeshi-indian (d. 2014.

  • Faten Hamama
    Faten Hamama

    Egyptian actress and producer (b. 1931).

  • Wana Lumumba

    Wana Lumumba was a Congolese independence leader and the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  • Barbara Jordan

    Barbara Jordan was an American politician and a leader of the Civil Rights Movement who served as a member of the U.S.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 17th

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January 17, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 17, 1962:

  • Catholicism - Feast day of the following saints: St. Anthony and Amelbert.
  • Ancient Latvia - Zirgu Diena observed
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January 17, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 17, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 15th and January 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 17, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 17, 1962 was The Twist by Chubby Checker, according to the music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 17, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 17, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Twist
  2. - Peppermint Twist - Part 1
  3. - The Lion Sleeps Tonight
  4. - Can't Help Falling In Love
  5. - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)

January 17, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 17, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 17, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 17, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Young Ones
  2. - Stranger On The Shore
  3. - Let There Be Drums
  4. - Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen
  5. - Moon River

January 17, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 17, 1962 was I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) by Barbara George, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 15th and January 21st.

January 17, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 17, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 15th and January 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)
  2. - Unchain My Heart
  3. - Lost Someone
  4. - Poor Fool
  5. - Turn On Your Love Light

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January 17, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 17, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Jules and Jim

Jules and Jim

Release year: 1962

Directed by: François Truffaut

Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Oskar Werner, Henri Serre, Vanna Urbino

Country: United States of America

The Three Stooges Meet Hercules

The Three Stooges Meet Hercules

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Edward Bernds

Starring: Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Joe DeRita, Vicki Trickett

The Magic Sword

The Magic Sword

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Bert I. Gordon

Starring: Basil Rathbone, Estelle Winwood, Gary Lockwood, Anne Helm

My Geisha

My Geisha

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Jack Cardiff

Starring: Shirley MacLaine, Yves Montand, Edward G. Robinson, Robert Cummings

Tender Is the Night

Tender Is the Night

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Henry King

Starring: Jennifer Jones, Jason Robards, Joan Fontaine, Tom Ewell

January 17, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 17, 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:

Bonsoir

Bonsoir

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jean-Pierre Mocky

La grande farandole

La grande farandole

Release year: 1961

Les coulisses de l'exploit

Les coulisses de l'exploit

Release year: 1961

Steptoe and Son

Steptoe and Son

Release year: 1961

Starring: Wilfrid Brambell, Harry H. Corbett

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diver Dan

Diver Dan

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Various

January 17, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 17, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Judas Tree by A.J. Cronin

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Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

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The story of Gavin Maxwell and his life with otters off the west coast of Scotland was hailed as a masterpiece in 1960. It remains one of the most beloved books.

A Prologue To Love by Taylor Caldwell

A Prologue To Love

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There is always help. Amy said that God is always there. "I'm ashamed. He was the only one I had forgotten about. She was silent for a while.

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 …

The Making Of The President 1960 by Theodore H. White

The Making Of The President 1960

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The most famous political story ever told is the epic clash between John F. Kennedy & Richard M. Nixon. This was captured in Theodore White's groundbreaking chronicle The Making of the President 1960.

January 17, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 17, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Spacewar!

Spacewar!

Platform: PDP-1

Genre: Space combat simulation

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Who was the US President on January 17, 1962?

On January 17, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 17, 1962?

On January 17, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 17, 1962?

On January 17, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about January 17th?

January 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of January. 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 January 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 bogota car bombing. a suicide car bomb attack on the general santander national police academy, bogota, colombia kills at most 20 people and injures over 50 more.
  • 2018 - Unknown gunmen kidnap two americans and two canadians in kaduna state (nigeria). after engaging in a fight with the abductors, two police officers are shot and killed.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency. a nigerian air force plane mistakenly bombs a refugee settlement in borno state near the border to cameroon. at least 90 people were killed and more than 100 were injured. according to reports, the pilot believed that he was attacking boko haram militants.

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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 January 1962?

January 1962 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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Wednesday January 17, 1962