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December 23, 1960 was the 358th day of the year 1960, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.
Is December 23, 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 December 23, 1960, who was born and died on December 23, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. Are You Lonesome To-Night? by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Cover Girl) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 23, 1960?
- December 23, 1960: What happened on that day?
- December 23, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 23, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 23, 1960?
- December 23, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 23, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- December 23, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 23, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- December 23, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 23, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 23, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 23, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on December 23, 1960?
What day of the week was December 23, 1960?
December 23, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 358th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 23, 1960 can also be written as 12/23/1960 in the US and as 23/12/1960 in UK and Europe.
December 23, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 23, 1960:
- King saudi of saudi-arabia takes power.
- Hilkka saarinen née pylkkänen is murdered in the so-called "oven homicide" case in krootila, kokemäki, finland.
December 23, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 23, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 23, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 23, 1960 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 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 December 23, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 11:11 am and setting at 10:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 03, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jan 01, 1961.
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Who was born on December 23, 1960?
Famous people born on December 23, 1960:
- Miyani Miyabe
Renowned Japanese author known for her mystery novels.
- Zindzi Mandela
South African diplomat and activist, the daughter of Nelson Mandela and Winnie Mandela.
- Jean Case
Jean Case is an American entrepreneur and philanthropist known for her work in impact investing and as the CEO of the Case Foundation.
- Kollin Kleinendorst
Kollin Kleinendorst is a former ice hockey player known for his successful career in the sport.
- William Sinnot
Scottish pop musician (shamen - "move any mountain").
- Edward Joseph Weisenburger
- Yukito Ayatsuji
- David Pasquesi
- Philip Szanyiel
- Guðmundur Guðmundsson
- Iosu Expósito
Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:
![Corey Haim]()
Corey HaimCorey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.
![Estella Warren]()
Estella WarrenCanadian actress and model.
![Marie Bell]()
Marie BellFrom 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.
![Donna Tartt]()
Donna TarttAmerican author.
![Joan Severance]()
Joan SeveranceAmerican model actress and producer.
![Finn Wolfhard]()
Finn WolfhardFinn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.
![Robert Bly]()
Robert BlyAmerican poet, translator and editor.
![Esther Phillips]()
Esther PhillipsAmerican singer best known for her r&b vocals.
![Harry Shearer]()
Harry ShearerAmerican actor, director, and satirical writer.
![Elizabeth Hartman]()
Elizabeth HartmanActress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.
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December 23, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 63 years 3 months old,
or 759 months and 27 days old,
or 3304 weeks
or 23128 days old,
if you were born on December 23, 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 December 23, 1960?
There are 248 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 23, 1960.
December 23, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?
Famous deaths on December 23rd:
![Jack Webb]()
Jack WebbAmerican actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.
![Charlie Drake]()
Charlie DrakeBritish comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).
![Billy Barty]()
Billy BartyAmerican actor and singer (d.2000).
![Patric Knowles]()
Patric KnowlesEnglish actor (b. 1911).
- Truda White
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Emmilia Plater
Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.
- Yussef Lateef
Yussef Lateef was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer who was a pioneer of world music.
- Venida Browning
Renowned jazz singer and performer during the mid-20th century.
- Earmon Hubbard
American track and field athlete who set a world record in the long jump.
- John Chamberlain
Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.
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December 23, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 23, 1960:
- Festivus (from sitcom Seinfeld)
- Oaxaca - Night of the Radishes
- Secular humanism (American) - HumanLight observed
- R.C. Saints - John Cantius ; Thorlac Thorhallsson, patron saint of Iceland
- Sweden - Birthday of Queen Silvia, an official flag day
- Japan - The Emperor's Birthday - Birthday of Akihito, the current Emperor of Japan
- Roman festivals - Larentalia, a festival in honor of Larenta
- Ancient Latvia - Ziemassvetki held
December 23, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 23, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 19th and December 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 23, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 1960 was Are You Lonesome To-Night? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 23, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 23, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome To-Night?
- Floyd Cramer - Last Date
- Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra - Wonderland By Night
- Johnny Horton - North To Alaska
- Lolita - Sailor (Your Home Is The Sea)
December 23, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 23, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 23, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
- The Drifters - Save The Last Dance For Me
- Cliff Richard - I Love You
- Johnny & The Hurricanes - Rocking Goose
- Nina & Frederick - Little Donkey
December 23, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 1960 was He Will Break Your Heart by Jerry Butler, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 19th and December 25th.
December 23, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 23, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 19th and December 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jerry Butler - He Will Break Your Heart
- Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's Go
- Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs - Stay
- The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) - Shop Around
- U.S. Bonds - New Orleans
December 23, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 23, 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
Where the Boys Are
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Henry Levin
Starring: Dolores Hart, George Hamilton, Yvette Mimieux, Jim Hutton
Country: United States of America
The Wackiest Ship in the Army
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Murphy
Starring: Jack Lemmon, Ricky Nelson, John Lund, Chips Rafferty
Five Guns to Tombstone
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Edward L. Cahn
Starring: James Brown, John Wilder, Walter Coy, Robert Karnes
Two Women
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Vittorio De Sica
Starring: Sophia Loren, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Raf Vallone, Eleonora Brown
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 23, 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:
Cover Girl
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Charles Vidor
No Man's Island
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Ferenc Török
Paul of Tarsus
Release year: 1960
Klondike
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Simon Cellan Jones
The Westerner
Release year: 1960
Written by: Sam Peckinpah
Directed by: William Wyler
Starring: Brian Keith
Country: United States of America
December 23, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 23, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Politics Of Upheaval
By: Arthur Schlesinger
The Politics of Upheaval 1935-1936 is volume 3 of Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr.'s Age of Roosevelt series. It focuses on the turbulent final years of Franklin D.
The Dean'S Watch
By: Elizabeth Goudge
A compelling saga of an unlikely friendship threaded together by redemption and graceThe setting is a remote mid-nineteenth-century town in England and its grand cathedral. Adam Ayscough is the cathedral Dean. He has a deep love and respect for his …
The Waste Makers
By: Vance Packard
The Waste Makers is Vance Packard’s 1960 pioneering work about how rapid growth can lead to "the systematic attempt by business to make us wasteful and debt-ridden, permanently unhappy individuals."
Sermons And Soda Water
By: John O'Hara
John O'Hara, Three Volumes in One, Random Hse. Book club ed., in DJ
Who was the US President on December 23, 1960?
On December 23, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 1960?
On December 23, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 23, 1960?
On December 23, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about December 23rd?
December 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of December. 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 December 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Drone incident at gatwick airport: two people were arrested by police just two days before and released without charge.
- 2017 - 2017 pacific typhoon season: tropical storm tembin: in the philippines, more than 200 people have been killed by floods and mudslides triggered by severe tropic storm vinta.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: more than 100 syrian army pows were reportedly found in east aleppo, the last rebel-held territory. they claim that they were executed by rebel forces.
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 December 1960?
December 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
