Saturday August 23, 1969: on this day

August 23, 1969 was the 235th day of the year 1969, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is August 23, 1969 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 23, 1969, who was born and died on August 23, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones), movies (e.g. Fellini Satyricon, directed by Federico Fellini), TV series (e.g. Here Comes The Grump) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 23, 1969?


August 23, 1969 was a Saturday and it was the 235th day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 1969 can also be written as 8/23/1969 in the US and as 23/8/1969 in UK and Europe.

August 23, 1969 in August 1969 calendar

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August 23, 1969: What happened on that day?


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August 23, 1969: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 23, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd 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 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 23, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

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August 23, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 23, 1969 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1969 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 23, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 05:28 pm and setting at 02:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 29, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Aug 27, 1969.

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Who was born on August 23, 1969?


Famous people born on August 23, 1969:

  • Geneviève Brouillette

    Canadian actress.

  • Giacomo Lombardi

    Seasoned journalist known for his in-depth feature stories.

  • Jack Lopresti

    An english soldier and politician.

  • Keith Tyson

    English illustrator and painter.

  • Tinus Linee

    South african rugby player and coach (d. 2014.

  • Jeremy Schaap

    American journalist and author.

  • Amanda Hope

    Austin, texas -- playmate (jul, 1992).

  • Clayton Holmes

    Nfl cornerback (dallas cowboys).

  • Melody Maillet

    American teenager committed suicide along with melissa poirier.

  • Aggelos Tsolakīs
  • Dimitri Chomucha
  • Erzsébet Márkus
  • Enrico Poitschke
  • Hannes Reinmayr
  • Folco Terzani
  • Errol Damelin
  • Sabrina De Camillis
  • Kari Lake
  • Alexandra Moreno Piraquive

Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:

  • River Phoenix
    River Phoenix

    River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.

  • Kobe Bryant
    Kobe Bryant

    Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Barbara Eden
    Barbara Eden

    American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.

  • Rita Pavone
    Rita Pavone

    Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.

  • Rick Springfield
    Rick Springfield

    An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.

  • Shelley Long
    Shelley Long

    American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.

  • Jay Mohr
    Jay Mohr

    American comedian, actor, and radio host.

  • Vera Miles
    Vera Miles

    American actress and model miss kansas 1948.

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August 23, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 54 years 6 months old,

or 654 months and 25 days old,

or 2847 weeks and 3 days old,

or 19932 days old,

if you were born on August 23, 1969.

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 23, 1969?

There are 157 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 23, 1969.

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August 23, 1969: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 23, 1969:

  • Enrique García
  • Vladi Marmo
  • Harry Hoppe
  • Walter March

What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?

Famous deaths on August 23rd:

  • Rudolph Valentino
    Rudolph Valentino

    Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.

  • Lori Nelson
    Lori Nelson

    Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.

  • Brock Peters
    Brock Peters

    Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).

  • Kathleen Freeman
    Kathleen Freeman

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).

  • Adaria

    Renowned painter known for her abstract works.

  • Kinser

    Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.

  • John Kendrew

    British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...

  • Bruk Alemayehu

    Ethiopian politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

  • Bohden Poraj-Kosmider

    Polish military officer known for his service during World War II.

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August 23, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 23, 1969:

  • Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
  • Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
  • Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
  • RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
  • Roman festivals - Vulcanalia

Observances on August 23, 1969:

  • International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
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August 23, 1969: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 23, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 23, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1969 was Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Honky Tonk Women
  2. - A Boy Named Sue
  3. - Crystal Blue Persuasion
  4. - Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)
  5. - In The Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus)

August 23, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1969 was Saved By The Bell by Robin Gibb, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Saved By The Bell
  2. - Give Peace A Chance
  3. - Make Me An Island
  4. - My Cherie Amour

August 23, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1969 was Share Your Love With Me by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 23, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Share Your Love With Me
  2. - Choice Of Colors
  3. - The Nitty Gritty
  4. - Your Good Thing (Is About To End)
  5. - Mother Popcorn (You Got To Have A Mother For Me) Part 1

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August 23, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 23, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Fellini Satyricon

Fellini Satyricon

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Federico Fellini

Starring: Martin Potter, Hiram Keller, Max Born, Salvo Randone

Country: United States of America

Marlowe

Marlowe

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Paul Bogart

Starring: James Garner, Gayle Hunnicutt, Carroll O'Connor, Rita Moreno

Country: United States of America

This Man Must Die

This Man Must Die

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Claude Chabrol

Starring: Michel Duchaussoy, Caroline Cellier, Jean Yanne, Anouk Ferjac

Journey to the Far Side of the Sun

Journey to the Far Side of the Sun

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Robert Parrish

Starring: Roy Thinnes, Ian Hendry, Patrick Wymark, Lynn Loring

Country: United States of America

Porcile

Porcile

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Pier Paolo Pasolini

Starring: Pierre Clémenti, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Alberto Lionello, Ugo Tognazzi

Country: Italy

August 23, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 23, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Here Comes the Grump

Here Comes the Grump

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Grant Simmons

Sesame Street

Sesame Street

Release year: 1969

Written by:

Starring: Frank Oz, Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson, Jim Henson

Country: United States of America

The Hardy Boys

The Hardy Boys

Release year: 1969

Starring: Byron Kane, Dal McKennon, Jane Webb

Country: United States of America

August 23, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 23, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

My Turn At Bat by Ted Williams

My Turn At Bat

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My Turn at Bat, Ted Williams' story about his remarkable life and career in baseball is now available for the first-time in many years.

Between Parent & Teenager by Haim G. Ginott

Between Parent & Teenager

By:

To have a peaceful and meaningful relationship between parent and teen, you must let go. As parents, we need to be there for our children. Teenagers do not need us.

The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton

The Andromeda Strain

By:

The United States government has been warned by some of the most respected biophysicists in America: Current sterilization procedures for returning space probes could not guarantee an uncontaminated re-entry.

Linda Goodman'S Sun Signs by Linda Goodman

Linda Goodman'S Sun Signs

By:

Discover the truth about your life and those around you. Is he truly unstable underneath that calm exterior?

Except For Me And Thee by Jessamyn West

Except For Me And Thee

By:

There is a small crease near the spine for DJ. The pages are crisp and clean, and the binding is secure. Solid Book.

August 23, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 23, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Travel

Space Travel

Platform: Multics, GECOS, PDP-7

Genre: Simulation game

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Who was the US President on August 23, 1969?

On August 23, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1969?

On August 23, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 23, 1969?

On August 23, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about August 23rd?

August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.

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What happened in 1969?

1969 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
  • 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
  • Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion

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What was the calendar for August 1969?

August 1969 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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