Monday November 20, 1961: on this day

November 20, 1961 was the 324th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Monday.

Is November 20, 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 November 20, 1961, who was born and died on November 20, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on November 20, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Big Bad John by Jimmy Dean), movies (e.g. The Errand Boy, directed by Jerry Lewis), TV series (e.g. Bonsoir) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about November 20th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was November 20, 1961?


November 20, 1961 was a Monday and it was the 324th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 20, 1961 can also be written as 11/20/1961 in the US and as 20/11/1961 in UK and Europe.

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November 20, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 20, 1961:

  • Wplg tv channel 10 in miami, florida (abc) begins broadcasting

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November 20, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 20th is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 20, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 20, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on November 20th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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November 20, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on November 20, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 20, 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 November 20, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:55 pm and setting at 05:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 23, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Nov 22, 1961.

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Who was born on November 20, 1961?


Famous people born on November 20, 1961:

  • Pierre Hermé

    French pastry chef, most well-known for his macarons with unusual flavors.

  • Jim Brickman

    American singer-songwriter and pianist.

  • Eilidh MacAskill

    Eilidh MacAskill was a renowned Scottish dancer known for her innovative choreography.

  • Petra Wenzel

    Liechtenstein alpine skier.

  • Meg Ryan

    Actress.

  • Dave Watson

    Manager and english footballer.

  • Tim Harvey

    English sportscaster and race car driver.

  • Larry Karaszewski

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Phil Joanou
  • Jean Yue-guey
  • Werner Kogler
  • Rick Bassman
  • Wayne Biggins

Whose famous birthday is on November 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on November 20th:

  • Bo Derek
    Bo Derek

    American actress who earned $35,000 and gained a reputation for being the epitome beauty with her perfect 5'4" figure in "10".

  • Sean Young
    Sean Young

    American actress who has appeared onscreen since 1977.

  • Richard Dawson
    Richard Dawson

    Richard dawson was a british-american actor and comedian best known for hosting the game show family feud.

  • Veronica Hamel
    Veronica Hamel

    American producer and actress.

  • Estelle Parsons
    Estelle Parsons

    American actress and award-winning actress.

  • Reginald Denny
    Reginald Denny

    Reginald Denny was an English actor who appeared in many Hollywood films during the early 20th century.

  • Nadine Velazquez
    Nadine Velazquez

    American model and actress.

  • Tusshar Kapoor
    Tusshar Kapoor

    Indian bollywood actor and producer.

  • Dan Byrd
    Dan Byrd

    American actor.

  • Judy Canova
    Judy Canova

    American actress and comedian (b. 1913).

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November 20, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 4 months old,

or 748 months and 8 days old,

or 3253 weeks and 3 days old,

or 22774 days old,

if you were born on November 20, 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 November 20, 1961?

There are 237 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday November 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 20, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on November 20, 1961.

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November 20, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on November 20, 1961:

  • Eugenio Masè Dari

What famous deaths happened on November 20th?

Famous deaths on November 20th:

  • Keith Michell
    Keith Michell

    Adelaide, south australia -- actor (6 wives of henry viii).

  • Lynn Bari
    Lynn Bari

    Roanoke (virginia) -- actress (connie detective wife earthbound).

  • Queen Alexandra
    Queen Alexandra

    The united kingdom (born 1844).

  • Braxson Tolstoy

    Braxson Tolstoy was a Russian novelist and philosopher, known for his epic novels 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina', which explored themes...

  • Odesser Tolstoy

    Odesser Tolstoy was a Russian novelist and philosopher, best known for his epic novels 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina'.

  • Brezlyn Tolstoy

    Brezlyn Tolstoy was a renowned Russian novelist and philosopher, best known for his epic novels 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina', which...

  • Brayli Tolstoy

    Brayli Tolstoy was a renowned Russian novelist and philosopher, best known for his epic novels 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina'.

  • Leo Tolstoy

    Russian writer, novelist and philosopher, he is a historical and renowned author.

  • Bettymae Klenck

    Olympic gold medalist swimmer known for her record-breaking performances.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on November 20th

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November 20, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on November 20, 1961:

  • Church of England - Edmund the Martyr
  • Brazil - Zumbi Day (since 1978)
  • United Kingdom - wedding day of Queen Elizabeth II (1947), official flag day
  • Mexico - Anniversary of the Revolution (1910)
  • UNICEF - Universal Children's Day
  • Transgender Day of Remembrance (since 1999) [1]
  • Vietnam - Teacher's Day (Ngay nha giáo Vi?t Nam)

Observances on November 20, 1961:

  • Africa Industrialization Day
  • World Children's Day
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November 20, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on November 20, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week November 20th and November 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


November 20, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 20, 1961 was Big Bad John by Jimmy Dean, according to the music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 20, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on November 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Big Bad John
  2. - Runaround Sue
  3. - Fool #1
  4. - Goodbye Cruel World
  5. - Bristol Stomp

November 20, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 20, 1961 was His Latest Flame / Little Sisters by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 20, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on November 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - His Latest Flame / Little Sisters
  2. - Walking Back To Happiness
  3. - When The Girl In Your Arms Is The Girl In Your Heart
  4. - Wild Wind

November 20, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 20, 1961 was Please Mr. Postman by The Marvelettes, according to the R&B music chart for the week November 20th and November 26th.

November 20, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on November 20, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week November 20th and November 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Please Mr. Postman
  2. - Big John
  3. - Hit The Road Jack
  4. - Ya Ya
  5. - I'm Tore Down

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November 20, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on November 20, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Errand Boy

The Errand Boy

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerry Lewis

Starring: Jerry Lewis, Brian Donlevy, Howard McNear, Dick Wesson

Tarnished Heroes

Tarnished Heroes

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Ernest Morris

Starring: Dermot Walsh, Anton Rodgers, Patrick McAlinney, Richard Carpenter

The Choppers

The Choppers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Leigh Jason

Starring: Arch Hall Jr., Robert Paget, Burr Middleton, Rex Holman

Everything's Ducky

Everything's Ducky

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Don Taylor

Starring: Mickey Rooney, Buddy Hackett, Jackie Cooper, Joanie Sommers

The Innocents

The Innocents

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jack Clayton

Starring: Deborah Kerr, Peter Wyngarde, Megs Jenkins, Michael Redgrave

Country: United States of America

November 20, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on November 20, 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:

Bonsoir

Bonsoir

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jean-Pierre Mocky

La grande farandole

La grande farandole

Release year: 1961

The Dick Van Dyke Show

The Dick Van Dyke Show

Release year: 1961

Written by:

Starring: Dick Van Dyke, Rose Marie, Morey Amsterdam, Larry Mathews

Country: United States of America

Top Cat

Top Cat

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Alberto Mar

Country: United States of America

Father of the Bride

Father of the Bride

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gary Alazraki

November 20, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on November 20, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

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.

The Coming Fury by Bruce Catton

The Coming Fury

By:

Notes on dust jacket: Bruce Catton's book about the Civil War is both a wide-ranging and a comprehensive work of art.

The Age Of Reason Begins by Will and Ariel Durant

The Age Of Reason Begins

By:

This article examines the religious strife in Europe and the scientific progress made between 1558 and 1650.

The Edge Of Sadness by Edwin O'Connor

The Edge Of Sadness

By:

"A realistic Christian novel that offers hope in a nonChristian age New England Quarterly" A deeply felt and beautifully expressed work. .

Promise At Dawn by Romain Gary

Promise At Dawn

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Gary, Promise at Dawn. This is a romantic, thrilling and timeless French memoir.

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Who was the US President on November 20, 1961?

On November 20, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on November 20, 1961?

On November 20, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on November 20, 1961?

On November 20, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about November 20th?

November 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of November. 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 November 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - November 2018, kabul attack: at least 50 people were killed and 83 more injured in a suicide bombing at a mawlid gathering, kabul, afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Economy of the united states: a lawsuit is filed by the u.s. department of justice to stop the merger of at&t & time warner.
  • 2016 - An attack by insurgent groups from muse, shan state on tatmadaw checkpoints and police outposts in tatmadaw has resulted in at least 8 deaths and over a dozen injuries. according to the state counselor's office, the attack was carried out by the kachin independence army (ta'ang national liberation army), myanmar national democratic alliance army (mnda) and other insurgent groups.

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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 November 1961?

November 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with November being the 11th 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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Monday November 20, 1961