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June 20, 1960 was the 172nd day of the year 1960, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.
Is June 20, 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 June 20, 1960, who was born and died on June 20, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Full Circle) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 20th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 20, 1960?
- June 20, 1960: What happened on that day?
- June 20, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 20, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 20, 1960?
- June 20, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 20, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- June 20, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 20, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- June 20, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 20, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 20, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 20, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on June 20, 1960?
What day of the week was June 20, 1960?
June 20, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 172nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 20, 1960 can also be written as 6/20/1960 in the US and as 20/6/1960 in UK and Europe.
June 20, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 20, 1960:
- 12nd emmy awards: playhouse 90, robert stack and jane wyatt
- Floyd patterson kos ingemar johansson in 5 for heavywgt boxing title
- Heavyweight floyd patterson kos ingemar johnstown
- Federation of mali (and senegal) becomes independent of france.
- In burbank, california, the 12th annual emmy awards are presented, hosted by fred astaire.
- The mali federation gains independence from france (it later splits into mali and senegal).
June 20, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th 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 20, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 20th, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 20, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 20, 1960 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 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 June 20, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 03:18 am and setting at 06:15 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jun 09, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jul 08, 1960.
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Who was born on June 20, 1960?
Famous people born on June 20, 1960:
- Takuya Hirai
Japanese politician serving as the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
- Mckinsley Emerson
Mckinsley Emerson was a celebrated American musician and composer known for his contributions to the jazz and blues genres.
- John Taylor
John taylor is a renowned bassist known for being a founding member of the popular band duran duran.
- John Taylor (guitarist)
John taylor is a british musician best known as the bass guitarist for the band duran duran.
- Tiras Goldstein
Tiras Goldstein is an Israeli astronomer known for his research on exoplanets and the formation of planetary systems.
- Christopherjohn Farley
American biographer known for his works on celebrities.
- Fayez Sarraj
Fayez Sarraj is a Libyan politician who served as the Prime Minister of the Government of National Accord from 2016 to 2020.
- Deaken Emerson
Deaken Emerson is a renowned chemist known for his work on the development of new materials with unique properties.
- Elohim Abramson
Elohim Abramson is a prominent Israeli politician and member of the Knesset.
- Mitsuru Kurosawa
Mitsuru Kurosawa is a Japanese actor known for his roles in various television dramas and films.
- Abed Elhai
Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for the Labor Party.
- Lawrie Williams
Chemist known for contributions to materials science and nanotechnology.
- Philip M. Parker
American economist and author.
- Adam Schiff
Politician.
- Michael Corbett in Collingwood
New jersey, usa.
- Donna Mayhew
Taylor, pennsylvania -- javelin thrower.
- Renata Capitanio
Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:
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Nicole KidmanAmerican actress, known for her energetic roles and her marriage to tom cruise.
![Lionel Richie]()
Lionel RichieLionel richie is an american r&b singer known for hits like 'hello' and 'all night long'.
![Danny Aiello]()
Danny AielloDanny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.
![Brian Wilson]()
Brian WilsonAmerican musician and the eccentric genius behind "the beach boys", a composer and producer, who quit touring with the group at the age of...
![Errol Flynn]()
Errol FlynnAustralian-american actor.
![John Goodman]()
John GoodmanAmerican actor.
![Martin Landau]()
Martin LandauHe was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies.
![Audie Murphy]()
Audie MurphyAmerican actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.
![Anne Murray]()
Anne MurrayCanadian-american country and contemporary pop singer, who has won numerous awards.
![Dreama Walker]()
Dreama WalkerAmerican actress.
June 20, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 10 months old,
or 766 months
or 3330 weeks and 5 days old,
or 23315 days old,
if you were born on June 20, 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 June 20, 1960?
There are 62 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 20th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 20, 1960.
June 20, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 20, 1960:
- Walter Dehmel
Writer dies at 57.
- André Patry
- Mahlon Hamilton
- Victor Janson
- John Brendan Kelly
What famous deaths happened on June 20th?
Famous deaths on June 20th:
![Ina Balin]()
Ina BalinAmerican actress known for her roles in films like 'From the Terrace' and 'The Comancheros.
![Estelle Winwood]()
Estelle WinwoodActress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99.
- Xylan Nova
Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Undray Smith
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
- Clee Harper
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and inspired change.
- Adaja Smith
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.
- Charmeka Johnson
Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.
- Muriah Khan
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
- Ceria Malam
Captured stunning black and white images of urban landscapes.
- Jimel Johnson
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 20th
June 20, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 20, 1960:
- American Radio Relay League ? Bring your Handy-Talky to Work Day
- West Virginia ? West Virginia Day.
- Flag Day in Argentina (1938).
- UNHCR - World Refugee Day.
- Ancient Latvia ? Zalu Diena.
- Roman Empire ? Festival in honor of Summanus.
- Day of The Royal Victorian Order.
Observances on June 20, 1960:
- World Refugee Day
June 20, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 20, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 20th and June 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 20, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 1960 was Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 20, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 20, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
- Connie Francis - Everybody's Somebody's Fool
- Jack Scott - Burning Bridges
- Jimmy Jones - Good Timin'
- Bobby Rydell - Swingin' School
June 20, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 20, 1960 was Three Steps To Heaven by Eddie Cochran, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 20, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 20, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Eddie Cochran - Three Steps To Heaven
- The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
- Johnny Preston - Cradle Of Love
- Connie Francis - Mama / Robot Man
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
June 20, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 1960 was A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 20, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 20, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)
- Connie Francis - Everybody's Somebody's Fool
- Etta James - All I Could Do Was Cry
- The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
- Hollywood Argyles - Alley-Oop
June 20, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 20, 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
Elmer Gantry
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Brooks
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Arthur Kennedy, Dean Jagger
Country: United States of America
Village of the Damned
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Wolf Rilla
Starring: George Sanders, Barbara Shelley, Michael Gwynn, Laurence Naismith
Country: United States of America
Strangers When We Meet
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Quine
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Kim Novak, Ernie Kovacs, Barbara Rush
The Mountain Road
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Daniel Mann
Starring: James Stewart, Lisa Lu, Glenn Corbett, Harry Morgan
June 20, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 20, 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:
Full Circle
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Solvan Slick Naim, Olli Koivula
St. Ives
Release year: 1960
My Sister Eileen
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Quine
The Flintstones
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Brian Levant
Young at Heart
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Gordon Douglas
June 20, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 20, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The View From The Fortieth Floor
By: Theodore H. White
An empire of totters - its survival was a threat to the careers of thousands upon thousands of employees and the savings of small stockholders. The cold ambitions of the shrewd remained after its demise.
Mrs. 'Arris Goes To New York
By: Paul Gallico
This 2007 reprint is of the famed series McCalls published in 1959/1960. Hardcover in small format with dust jacket.
The Enemy Within
By: Robert F. Kennedy
This is the compelling, authoritative account of one the most successful, consummate, and famous Senate investigations in modern Congressional History.
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 June 20, 1960?
On June 20, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 1960?
On June 20, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 20, 1960?
On June 20, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about June 20th?
June 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:
- 2019 - After it was allegedly violating iranian airspace, the islamic revolutionary guard corps shot down an american rq-4 global hawk spy plane.
- 2018 - Sinking of the mv sinar bangun. the ferry, designed to carry 43 passengers, sinks at tigaras, lake toba in north sumatra. 192 people are reported missing.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: after russia threatened that any u.s.-led coalition aircraft flying west of euphrates would be considered a target, the royal australian air force (raaf), suspends combat operations against isil in syria. (the guardian). a u.s. f-15 destroys an iranian shahed 129 drone close to the jordan-syria border, where u.s. ground troops are based.
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 June 1960?
June 1960 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.
