Monday August 22, 1960: on this day

August 22, 1960 was the 235th day of the year 1960, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 22, 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 22, 1960, who was born and died on August 22, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 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 22nd, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 22, 1960?


August 22, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 235th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 1960 can also be written as 8/22/1960 in the US and as 22/8/1960 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 1960 in August 1960 calendar

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August 22, 1960: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 22, 1960:

  • Betsy rawls wins lpga asheville golf open
  • Gil hodges sets national league righty home run record with number 352.

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August 22, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 22, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 1960 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 22, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 06:23 am and setting at 08:23 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 22, 1960?


Famous people born on August 22, 1960:

  • Francy Dunn

    Francy Dunn is an American journalist and news anchor who has worked for several major television networks.

  • Paullette Tavormina

    Paullette Tavormina is an American photographer known for her still life images of food and flowers.

  • Onetta Jackson

    Onetta Jackson is a renowned singer and songwriter known for her soulful and powerful vocals.

  • Pascuala Martínez

    Pascuala Martínez is a contemporary Spanish poet whose work has been praised for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth.

  • Ruthia Raines

    Known for her innovative use of recycled materials in sculptures.

  • Atilano Ramírez

    Atilano Ramírez is a renowned business consultant who has advised numerous Fortune 500 companies.

  • Joyice Msuya

    Joyice Msuya is a Tanzanian politician who has served as the Minister of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children since...

  • Alette Jappe

    Contemporary photographer specializing in black and white portraits.

  • Janaiah Ramanujam

    Janaiah Ramanujam is an Indian computer scientist known for her work in the field of computational complexity theory.

  • Collin Raye

    American country music artist with hits like 'Love, Me' and 'One Boy, One Girl'.

  • Regina Taylor

    American actress and playwright.

  • Holger Gehrke

    German manager and footballer.

  • Gwen Ballinger

    Family member.

  • Ofra Strauss

    Businesswoman.

  • Michele Abbondanza
  • Amra-Faye Wright
  • Laura Bortolaso
  • Fabrizio Corsi
  • Sergio Cossu
  • Sergio Ferraris

Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
    Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

    Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

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August 22, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 8 months old,

or 764 months and 3 days old,

or 3322 weeks and 3 days old,

or 23257 days old,

if you were born on August 22, 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 22, 1960?

There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 22, 1960.

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August 22, 1960: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 1960:

  • Vere Lorrimer

    Vere Lorrimer was a British sculptor who created public monuments and statues.

  • Anselma Protasova

    Anselma Protasova was a Russian novelist who wrote about the lives of the Russian aristocracy.

  • Prudy Bickford

    Prudy Bickford was an American actress who appeared in several silent films during the early 20th century.

  • Alvey Stephens

    Alvey Stephens was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Mississippi.

  • Johannes Sikkar

    Estonian soldier and politician, prime minister of estonia in exile (b. 1897).

  • Eduard Putsep

    Estonian wrestler (born in 1898).

  • Paul Schwenk
  • André Hugon
  • Carmelo Floris

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Kenyatta Kenyatta

    Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.

  • Lennex Kenyatta

    Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.

  • Antario Dubois

    Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Ulyssa Blackwood

    Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

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August 22, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 1960:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 1960:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 1960: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 22nd and August 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - It's Now Or Never
  2. - Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini
  3. - Walk -- Don't Run
  4. - The Twist
  5. - I'm Sorry

August 22, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1960 was Please Don't Tease by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Please Don't Tease
  2. - Apache
  3. - Shakin' All Over
  4. - Mess Of Blues
  5. - Because They're Young

August 22, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1960 was A Woman, A Lover, A Friend by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

August 22, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 22, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 22nd and August 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
  2. - The Twist
  3. - Kiddio
  4. - Finger Poppin' Time
  5. - This Bitter Earth

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August 22, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

La notte

La notte

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni

Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki

Country: United States of America

The Crowded Sky

The Crowded Sky

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Joseph Pevney

Starring: Dana Andrews, Rhonda Fleming, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., John Kerr

Les vieux de la vieille

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

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

G.I. Blues

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Norman Taurog

Starring: Elvis Presley, Juliet Prowse, Robert Ivers, James Douglas

Country: United States of America

August 22, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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

Lady for a Day

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Frank Capra

Full Circle

Full Circle

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Solvan Slick Naim, Olli Koivula

St. Ives

St. Ives

Release year: 1960

August 22, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mr. Citizen by Harry S. Truman

Mr. Citizen

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315 pages - photo illustrated

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

To Kill a Mockingbird

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To Kill A Mockingbird, the unforgettable story of a Southern childhood and the conscience crisis that rocked it became a bestseller immediately and was critically acclaimed when it was published for the first time in 1960.

The Numbered Account by Ann Bridge

The Numbered Account

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Julia Probyn was like many people who knew little about anonymous numbered Swiss Banks accounts. Colin Munro, her cousin, asked Julia Probyn to investigate the issue of one that contained a

How I Made $2,000,000 In The Stock Market by Nicolas Darvas

How I Made $2,000,000 In The Stock Market

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Reprint of 1960 edition. Original edition in full facsimile. It is not reproduced using optical recognition software. Nicolas Darvas, a Hungarian citizen, studied economics at the University of Budapest.

The Conscience Of A Conservative by Barry Goldwater

The Conscience Of A Conservative

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2011 Reprint of the 1960 Edition. Original edition in full facsimile. Not reproduced using optical recognition software. Goldwater published "The Conscience Of A Conservative" in the year he was born.

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Who was the US President on August 22, 1960?

On August 22, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1960?

On August 22, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 1960?

On August 22, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

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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.

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Monday August 22, 1960