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Monday September 18, 1961: on this day
September 18, 1961 was the 261st day of the year 1961, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is September 18, 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 September 18, 1961, who was born and died on September 18, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 18, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee), movies (e.g. The Hustler, directed by Robert Rossen), TV series (e.g. Top Cat) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 18th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was September 18, 1961?
- September 18, 1961: What happened on that day?
- September 18, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- September 18, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on September 18, 1961?
- September 18, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- September 18, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
- September 18, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- September 18, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
- September 18, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- September 18, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- September 18, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on September 18, 1961?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 18, 1961?
- Who was the Pope on September 18, 1961?
What day of the week was September 18, 1961?
September 18, 1961 was a Monday and it was the 261st day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.
September 18, 1961 can also be written as 9/18/1961 in the US and as 18/9/1961 in UK and Europe.
September 18, 1961: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on September 18, 1961:
- U.n. secretary-general dag hammarskjold dies in a plane crash while attempting to negotiate peace in the war-torn katanga region of the democratic republic of the congo.
September 18, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 18th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.
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September 18, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 18, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on September 18th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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September 18, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on September 18, 1961 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 18, 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 September 18, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 02:48 pm and setting at 12:50 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1961.
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Who was born on September 18, 1961?
Famous people born on September 18, 1961:
![James Gandolfini]()
James GandolfiniJames gandolfini was an american actor best known for his role as tony soprano in the television series the sopranos.
- Marquis Jet
Founder of Marquis Jet, a private jet card company.
- Bernard Werber
French science fiction writer famous for the 'Ants' trilogy and philosophical themes.
- Mark Olson
American singer-songwriter/guitarist (the jayhawks, original harmony ridge creekdippers).
- Konstantin Kakanias
Greek-american painter and illustrator.
- Urbano Barberini
Italian actor fluent both in french and italian.
- Sharon Barrett
San diego, california -- lpga golfer (1993 nabisco dinah shore-22nd).
- Lori and George Schappell
American conjoined twins.
- Mark Olson (musician)
- Andrew Airlie
- Chiara Fiume
- Maurizio Fiume
- Carlos Guirland
- Joseph Kony
- Iñigo Urkullu
Whose famous birthday is on September 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 18th:
![Shabana Azmi]()
Shabana AzmiShabana Azmi is an Indian actress and politician who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and is known for her social and political...
![Jada Pinkett Smith]()
Jada Pinkett SmithJada pinkett smith is an american actress and model known for her roles in films such as the nutty professor and the matrix series.
![Greta Garbo]()
Greta GarboSwedish-american actress, one the most famous and magical stars of the silverscreen.
![Aisha Tyler]()
Aisha TylerAisha tyler is an american comedian and actress known for her role as lana kane in the animated series archer and her co-hosting of the...
![James Marsden]()
James MarsdenJames marsden is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as x-men, enchanted, and the notebook.
![Jason Sudeikis]()
Jason SudeikisJason sudeikis is an american comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his roles in movies such as horrible bosses...
![Robert Blake]()
Robert BlakeAmerican actor.
![Tara Fitzgerald]()
Tara FitzgeraldSussex, england -- actress (siren).
![Patrick Schwarzenegger]()
Patrick SchwarzeneggerAmerican actor and model, patrick is the third of his four children.
![Frankie Avalon]()
Frankie AvalonAmerican singer who was popular in the 1950s.
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September 18, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 7 months old,
or 751 months and 7 days old,
or 3266 weeks and 3 days old,
or 22865 days old,
if you were born on September 18, 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 September 18, 1961?
There are 146 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 18, 1961?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 18, 1961.
September 18, 1961: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on September 18, 1961:
- Hjalmar Hammarskjöld
Hjalmar Hammarskjöld was a Swedish diplomat who served as the second Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1953 to 1961.
- Dag Hammarskjöld
Swedish economist and diplomat, 2nd secretary-general of the united nations, nobel prize laureate (d. 1961).
What famous deaths happened on September 18th?
Famous deaths on September 18th:
![Russ Meyer]()
Russ MeyerAmerican screenwriter and producer (d. 2004).
![Franchot Tone]()
Franchot ToneNiagara falls, new york -- actor (dr freeland-ben casey).
![Frank Morgan]()
Frank MorganFrank morgan was an american actor best known for his role as the wizard in the classic film the wizard of oz.
![Lona Andre]()
Lona AndreAmerican actress who appeared in over 60 films during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
![Fred Karno]()
Fred KarnoEnglish actor and screenwriter (b. 1866).
![Ernie Coombs]()
Ernie CoombsAmerican-canadian television host (d.2001).
![Pamela Brown]()
Pamela BrownAmerican television newscaster and reporter.
- Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix was an American musician, singer, and songwriter, widely regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the...
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September 18, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on September 18, 1961:
- Also see September 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Chile - Independence Day (first junta 1810)
- RC Saints - Feast day of St Joseph of Cupertino and Methodius of Olympus
- In ancient Greece, the fifth day of the Eleusinian Mysteries.
Observances on September 18, 1961:
- International Equal Pay Day
September 18, 1961: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on September 18, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 18th and September 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
September 18, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on September 18, 1961 was Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.
September 18, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on September 18, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Vee - Take Good Care Of My Baby
- The Highwaymen - Michael
- The Jive Five - My True Story
- Elvis Presley - (Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame
- Roy Orbison - Crying
September 18, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on September 18, 1961 was Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton, according to the music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.
September 18, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on September 18, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- John Leyton - Johnny Remember Me
- Shirley Bassey - Reach For The Stars / Climb Ev'ry Mountain
- Helen Shapiro - You Don't Know
- Eden Kane - Well I Ask You
- Billy Fury - Halfway To Paradise
September 18, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on September 18, 1961 was My True Story by The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 18th and September 24th.
September 18, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on September 18, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 18th and September 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra - My True Story
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - Baby, You're Right
- Ike & Tina Turner - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
- Jimmy Reed - Bright Lights Big City
- Little Willie John - Take My Love (I Want To Give It All To You)
September 18, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on September 18, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Hustler
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Robert Rossen
Starring: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott
Country: United States of America
Paris Blues
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Martin Ritt
Starring: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Sidney Poitier, Louis Armstrong
Country: United States of America
A Thunder of Drums
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Joseph M. Newman
Starring: Richard Boone, George Hamilton, Luana Patten, Arthur O'Connell
Devil's Partner
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Charles R. Rondeau
Starring: Edgar Buchanan, Jean Allison, Richard Crane, Spencer Carlisle
Man-Trap
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Edmond O'Brien
Starring: Jeffrey Hunter, David Janssen, Stella Stevens, Elaine Devry
September 18, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on September 18, 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:
Top Cat
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Alberto Mar
Country: United States of America
Father of the Bride
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Gary Alazraki
Car 54, Where Are You?
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Bill Fishman
Hamlet
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Michael Almereyda
Ghost Squad
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Joel Souza
September 18, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on September 18, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Ring Of Bright Water
By: Gavin Maxwell
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.
The Incredible Journey
By: Sheila Burnford
Their instincts told them to go west. So the Labrador retriever, the bull terrier, and the Siamese, a young Labrador retriever set off through Canada.
A Journey To Matecumbe
By: Robert Lewis Taylor
WITH ILLUSTRATIONS by JOSEPH PAPIN This book tells the story of an adventure that takes place from the Mississippi River to the Florida Keys.
Life With Women And How To Survive It
By: Joseph H. Peck
How to live with women and how you can survive it
Who was the US President on September 18, 1961?
On September 18, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 18, 1961?
On September 18, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on September 18, 1961?
On September 18, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about September 18th?
September 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of September. 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 September 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Syria missile strikes (september 2018, news: the russian ilyushin il-20 aircraft carrying fourteen people, which had been missing since monday overs the mediterranean sea, has been shot down. russia accuses israel for not providing enough warning before it launched its attacks. this caused syria to shoot down the plane.
- 2017 - Northern rakhine state clashes: a few hundred protestors gather in yangon, myanmar's capital commercial. they condemn rohingya militants and any foreign interference in the rakhine conflict.
- 2016 - Insurgency in kashmir: four jaish-e-mohammed militants attacked an indian army base close to the pakistan border, killing at least 17 soldiers.
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 September 1961?
September 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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.
