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August 19, 1960 was the 232nd day of the year 1960, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 19, 1960 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 19, 1960, who was born and died on August 19, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 19, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Lady For A Day) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 19th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 19, 1960?
- August 19, 1960: What happened on that day?
- August 19, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 19, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 19, 1960?
- August 19, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 19, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- August 19, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 19, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- August 19, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 19, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 19, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 19, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 19, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on August 19, 1960?
What day of the week was August 19, 1960?
August 19, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 19, 1960 can also be written as 8/19/1960 in the US and as 19/8/1960 in UK and Europe.
August 19, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 19, 1960:
- Francis gary powers convicted of spying by ussr
- Sputnik 5 carries 2 dogs, 3 mice into orbit
- Sputnik program: korabl-sputnik 2: the soviet union launches the satellite with the dogs belka and strelka, 40 mice, two rats and a variety of plants.
- Cold war: in moscow, russia, soviet union, downed american u-2 pilot francis gary powers is sentenced to ten years imprisonment by the soviet union for espionage.
August 19, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 19th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 19, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 19, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 19th, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 19, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 19, 1960 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 19, 1960 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 August 19, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 03:35 am and setting at 06:43 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1960.
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Who was born on August 19, 1960?
Famous people born on August 19, 1960:
- Mayvis Dubois
Mayvis Dubois is a renowned French photographer known for her captivating and thought-provoking documentary-style work.
- Seleen Johnson
Talented sprinter who set multiple records before her tragic death.
- Axxel Petrov
Axxel Petrov is a Russian essayist known for his insightful and thought-provoking writings on philosophy and culture.
- Ron Darling
Hawaii, united states -- baseball pitcher (ny mets).
- Morten Andersen
Danish-american football player.
- Bobby Hebert
Nfl quarterback (atlanta falcons).
- Paul Dufresne
American mortgage broker, noted family, and the son of sylvia browne, a noted psychic, and gary dufresne, her first husband.
- Linda Lorenzi
Italian illusionist and showgirl.
- Paul Satterfield
- Eddy Casteels
- John Hemingway
- Stephen Hicks
- Richard McCabe
- Zoltán Rátóti
Whose famous birthday is on August 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 19th:
![Bill Clinton]()
Bill ClintonAmerican politician, graduated from yale law school, governor of arkansas in 1978, at the age of 32.
![Matthew Perry]()
Matthew PerryCanadian-American actor best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the sitcom Friends.
![Nandana Sen]()
Nandana SenIndian actress known for her work in Bollywood films.
![John Stamos]()
John StamosJohn stamos is a tv actor known for his role as uncle jesse on the sitcom full house.
![Valérie Kaprisky]()
Valérie KapriskyFrench actress.
![Jill St. John]()
Jill St. JohnJill st.
![Kyra Sedgwick]()
Kyra SedgwickKyra sedgwick is an american actress known for her role as deputy chief brenda leigh johnson on the tv series the closer.
![Maria de Medeiros]()
Maria de MedeirosPortuguese actress and director.
![Peter Gallagher]()
Peter GallagherArmonk, new york -- actor.
![Fred Thompson]()
Fred ThompsonHe is an american politician, lawyer, and actor.
August 19, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 7 months old,
or 763 months and 28 days old,
or 3321 weeks and 4 days old,
or 23251 days old,
if you were born on August 19, 1960.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 August 19, 1960?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 19, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 19, 1960.
August 19, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 19, 1960:
- Elorah Delacroix
Elorah Delacroix was a French novelist known for her lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of love, loss, and the human...
- Elanora Browne
Elanora Browne was a British journalist and author who wrote extensively on social and political issues.
What famous deaths happened on August 19th?
Famous deaths on August 19th:
![Groucho Marx]()
Groucho MarxGroucho marx was a legendary comedian known for his quick wit, distinctive mustache, and cigar.
![Jessie Matthews]()
Jessie MatthewsJessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...
![Alastair Sim]()
Alastair SimScottish actor on film and stage.
![Hermione Baddeley]()
Hermione BaddeleyEngland, united kingdom -- actresses (camp runamuck maude, good life).
![Utpal Dutt]()
Utpal DuttBangladeshi actor, director, and playwright (b. 1929).
- Linus Pauling
American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize for chemistry in 1954 and the peace prize in 1962.
- Fredrico García Lorca
Renowned Spanish poet and playwright, considered one of the greatest cultural figures of 20th-century Spain.
- Romyn Fisher
Prolific novelist known for his rich character development.
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August 19, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 19, 1960:
- Roman festivals - Vinalia Rustica celebrated in honor of Venus Libitina commemorating the founding of the oldest known temple to her, on the Esquiline Hill, in 293 BC on this date.
- RC saints - Saint Sebald, Saint Louis of Toulouse, Jean-Eudes de MTzeray
- Afghanistan - Afghan Independence Day see above: 1919
- National Day of the Filipino Language, Philippines - Holiday for Quezon City, Quezon Province and other municipalities named after Manuel Quezon
- National Aviation Day, USA
Observances on August 19, 1960:
- World Humanitarian Day
August 19, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 19, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 15th and August 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 19, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 19, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 19, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 19, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
- Brian Hyland - Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini
- Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
- Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely (Know The Way I Feel)
- The Ventures - Walk -- Don't Run
August 19, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 19, 1960 was Please Don't Tease by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 19, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 19, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
- The Shadows - Apache
- Johnny Kidd & The Pirates - Shakin' All Over
- Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
- Duane Eddy - Because They're Young
August 19, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 19, 1960 was A Woman, A Lover, A Friend by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 19, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 19, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
- Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool In Love
- Fats Domino - Walking To New Orleans
- Chubby Checker - The Twist
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Question
August 19, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 19, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
Les vieux de la vieille
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Gilles Grangier
Starring: Pierre Fresnay, Jean Gabin, Noël-Noël, Bruno Balp
Sex Kittens Go to College
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Albert Zugsmith
Starring: Mamie Van Doren, Tuesday Weld, Mijanou Bardot, Mickey Shaughnessy
G.I. Blues
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Norman Taurog
Starring: Elvis Presley, Juliet Prowse, Robert Ivers, James Douglas
Country: United States of America
Atom Age Vampire
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Anton Giulio Majano
Starring: Alberto Lupo, Susanne Loret, Sergio Fantoni, Franca Parisi
August 19, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 19, 1960 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Lady for a Day
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Frank Capra
Full Circle
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Solvan Slick Naim, Olli Koivula
St. Ives
Release year: 1960
August 19, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 19, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Good Years
By: Walter Lord
1900-1914 These were the years of T.R. Trust busting, "the whole dinner pail", the Model T Ford, Wright Brothers' flying machine; "400", the Bunny Hug, and Turkey Trot were all part of this trust busting.
The Lovely Ambition
By: Mary Ellen Chase
"The Lovely Ambition will deliver what readers have come to expect from Miss Chase, especially in nineteenth-century Maine.
The Leopard
By: Guiseppe di Lampedusa
Don Fabrizio, the Sicilian prince and hero of Lampedusa’s only novel, is described to be enormous in size, intellect, and sensuality.
Who was the US President on August 19, 1960?
On August 19, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 19, 1960?
On August 19, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 19, 1960?
On August 19, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 19th?
August 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of August. 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 August 19th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 earthquakes: a magnitude 8.2 deep-focus earthquake (the strongest ever recorded in 2018) struck the south pacific ocean, near fiji. there is no immediate tsunami threat.
- 2017 - Terrorism in russia: a 23 year old stabs and injures eight people at surgut in russia, before being shot by police. the attack was claimed by isil.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: russian warships patrolling the mediterranean sea fire cruise missiles towards aleppo. according to the russian defense ministry, the strikes were directed at the islamist militant group jabhat fateh al-sham.
What happened in 1960?
1960 was filled with very interesting events such as
- VP Nixon nominated for President at Republican Convention in Chicago
- Anita Lonsbrough swims world / olympic record 200m
- Mickey Wright wins LPGA Grossinger Golf Open
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What was the calendar for August 1960?
August 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
