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June 17, 1964 was the 169th day of the year 1964, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is June 17, 1964 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 17, 1964, who was born and died on June 17, 1964, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 17, 1964, which were the most popular songs (ex. Chapel Of Love by The Dixie Cups), movies (e.g. The Pawnbroker, directed by Sidney Lumet), TV series (e.g. Another World) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 17th, 1964 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 17, 1964?
- June 17, 1964: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 17, 1964: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 17, 1964?
- June 17, 1964: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 17, 1964: What famous people died on that day?
- June 17, 1964: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 17, 1964: Number 1 song on that day
- June 17, 1964: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 17, 1964: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 17, 1964: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 17, 1964?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1964?
- Who was the Pope on June 17, 1964?
What day of the week was June 17, 1964?
June 17, 1964 was a Wednesday and it was the 169th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 17, 1964 can also be written as 6/17/1964 in the US and as 17/6/1964 in UK and Europe.
June 17, 1964: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 17, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 17th, 1964 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 17, 1964: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 17, 1964 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 1964 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 June 17, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 01:32 pm and setting at 02:02 am.
The previous full moon was on May 26, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Jun 25, 1964.
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Who was born on June 17, 1964?
Famous people born on June 17, 1964:
![Michael Gross]()
Michael GrossGerman competitive swimmer, 201 cm (6 ft 7 inches) tall.
![Erin Murphy]()
Erin MurphyAmerican actress.
- Rinaldo Capello
Italian race car driver.
- Jacob Weisberg
Co-founder of Slate magazine and former editor-in-chief of The Slate Group.
- Steve Rhodes
English cricketer and coach.
- Svetla Mitkova-Sınırtaş
Bulgarian-turkish discus thrower and shot putter.
- Frédéric Seillier
- Ann-Gisel Glass
- Kimber Eastwood
- Ricardo Moniz
- Dirk Raudies
- Marco Ambrosini
- Julie Baumann
- Paolo Calabresi
- Massimiliano Finazzer Flory
- Ivan Franek
Whose famous birthday is on June 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 17th:
![Newt Gingrich]()
Newt GingrichAmerican politician who rose to prominence in 1994 as the first gop speaker in 40 years.
![Stan Laurel]()
Stan LaurelStan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.
![Kendrick Lamar]()
Kendrick LamarKendrick lamar is a highly influential rapper known for his introspective lyrics and socially conscious themes.
![K.J. Apa]()
K.J. ApaNew Zealand actor known for his role as Archie Andrews in the teen drama series Riverdale.
![Bresha Webb]()
Bresha WebbBresha Webb is an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as 'Marlon' and 'Run the World'.
![Beth Moore]()
Beth MooreBeth moore is a well-known author and bible teacher, recognized for her bestselling books and influential teachings.
![Barry Manilow]()
Barry ManilowAmerican singer, songwriter, author, and musician who rose to mega-pop stardom during the 1970s.
![Greg Kinnear]()
Greg KinnearAmerican actor who was the host and executive producer for e! entertainment televisionaeur(tm), the popular "talk soup" program, 1991-1994.
![Joe Piscopo]()
Joe PiscopoAmerican actor, best known for his role on "saturday night live" (1975-85), where he was well-known for his hilarious parodies of stars such...
![Peter Lupus]()
Peter LupusAmerican actor and bodybuilder.
June 17, 1964: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 59 years 10 months old,
or 718 months and 2 days old,
or 3122 weeks and 2 days old,
or 21856 days old,
if you were born on June 17, 1964.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 June 17, 1964?
There are 59 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1964?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 17, 1964.
June 17, 1964: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 17, 1964:
- Tawfiq Canaan
Palestinian doctor known for his studies on Palestinian folklore and ethnography.
- Clarence G. Badger
- Carlo Corna
What famous deaths happened on June 17th?
Famous deaths on June 17th:
![Cyd Charisse]()
Cyd CharisseCyd charisse was an american dancer and actress known for her roles in classic hollywood musicals such as singin' in the rain and the band...
![Jeff Chandler]()
Jeff ChandlerAmerican actor and singer (d. 1961).
![Kate Smith]()
Kate SmithAmerican singer ("god bless america") dies in raleigh (north carolina) at the age of 78 (born 1907).
![Pamela Britton]()
Pamela BrittonActress (blondie my favorite martian), is killed at 50.
![John Murray]()
John MurrayCanadian-scottish biologist and oceanographer (d. 1914).
- Jaquese Williams
Award-winning playwright known for his powerful and thought-provoking dramas.
- Aulden Smith
Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of genetics.
- Cevyn Thomas
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
- Elysian Stone
Pioneering environmental journalist advocating for conservation and sustainability.
- Lamarco Smith
Influential playwright whose works explored social issues and human relationships.
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June 17, 1964: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 17, 1964:
- St. Albert Chmielowski.
- National holiday of West Germany until 1990, see Workers' Uprising of 1953 in East Germany.
- Iceland's national day, celebrating independence from Denmark in 1944.
Observances on June 17, 1964:
- World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
June 17, 1964: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 17, 1964 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 15th and June 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1964 was Chapel Of Love by The Dixie Cups, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.
June 17, 1964: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 17, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Dixie Cups - Chapel Of Love
- Peter and Gordon - A World Without Love
- The Beach Boys - I Get Around
- Ray Charles Singers - Love Me With All Your Heart (Cuando Calienta El Sol)
- Millie Small - My Boy Lollipop
June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 17, 1964 was It's Over by Roy Orbison, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.
June 17, 1964: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 17, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roy Orbison - It's Over
- Cilla Black - You're My World
- Brian Poole & The Tremeloes - Someone, Someone
- Chuck Berry - No Particular Place To Go
- Mary Wells - My Guy
June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 17, 1964 was Walk On By by Dionne Warwick, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.
June 17, 1964: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 17, 1964 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dionne Warwick - Walk On By
- Mary Wells - My Guy
- Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells - Once Upon A Time
- Brenda Holloway - Every Little Bit Hurts
- Brook Benton - Another Cup Of Coffee
June 17, 1964: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 17, 1964 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Pawnbroker
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: Rod Steiger, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Brock Peters, Jaime Sánchez
Country: United States of America
Robinson Crusoe on Mars
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Byron Haskin
Starring: Paul Mantee, Victor Lundin, Adam West, The Woolly Monkey
Country: United States of America
The Moon-Spinners
Release year: 1964
Directed by: James Neilson
Starring: Hayley Mills, Eli Wallach, Pola Negri, Peter McEnery
Robinson Crusoe on Mars
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Byron Haskin
A Shot in the Dark
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Blake Edwards
Starring: Peter Sellers, Elke Sommer, George Sanders, Herbert Lom
Country: United States of America
June 17, 1964: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 17, 1964 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Another World
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Eitan Reuven
Impromptu
Release year: 1964
Directed by: James Lapine
Open House
Release year: 1964
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Jonny Quest
Release year: 1964
Country: United States of America
June 17, 1964: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 17, 1964 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Green Felt Jungle
By: Ed Reid and Ovid Demaris
The Green Felt Jungle, the first book to explore the Las Vegas mirage, where unrestrained tourists can legally and innocently gamble.
A Day In The Life Of President Kennedy
By: Jim Bishop
"To my everlasting sorrow, I was not the last writer to collaborate with President Kennedy on an exclusive piece. So I requested that it be published exactly as it was written.
The Wapshot Scandal
By: John Cheever
Anita Scott designed the dust jacket. He was awarded the William Dean Howells medal for his second novel, which is about the Wapshot families.
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.
Who was the US President on June 17, 1964?
On June 17, 1964 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1964?
On June 17, 1964 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Alec Douglas-Home (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 17, 1964?
On June 17, 1964 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about June 17th?
June 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of June. 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 June 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Boko haram, nigeria: three suicide bombers from boko haram detonate their bombs among football fans in konduga. the explosions killed 30 and injured 40 others. (bbc).boko haram terrorists engage in gunfire with nigerian soldiers in nganzai, a local government area of borno state.
- 2018 - Boko haram insurgency: at least 31 people are killed in twin suicide bombings at damboa, nigeria. rockets from outside the town are believed to be following the explosions.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: an "insider attack" on camp shaheen in northern mazar-i-sharif resulted in at least one afghan being killed and seven americans being wounded. the earlier report that americans were killed was incorrect. the taliban claim responsibility.
What happened in 1964?
1964 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Singapore limits imports from Netherlands due to Indonesian aggression
- KTVS TV channel 3 in Sterling, CO (CBS) begins broadcasting
- Amendment 24 outlaws poll tax
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What was the calendar for June 1964?
June 1964 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
