Thursday February 23, 1961: on this day

February 23, 1961 was the 54th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 23, 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 February 23, 1961, who was born and died on February 23, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 23, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Calcutta by Lawrence Welk), movies (e.g. Posse from Hell, directed by Herbert Coleman), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 23rd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 23, 1961?


February 23, 1961 was a Thursday and it was the 54th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 23, 1961 can also be written as 2/23/1961 in the US and as 23/2/1961 in UK and Europe.

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February 23, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 23rd is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 23, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 23, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on February 23rd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 23, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 23, 1961 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 23, 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 February 23, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 68% full, rising at 11:56 am and setting at 02:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

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Who was born on February 23, 1961?


Famous people born on February 23, 1961:

  • Lawrie Mullen

    Drummer for the rock band U2.

  • Kelly Hansen

    American drummer (summer lights).

  • Kito de Pavant
  • David Warshofsky
  • Lodovica Braida
  • Jean-Pascal Labille
  • Stefano Sani
  • Eddy Caekelberghs

Whose famous birthday is on February 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 23rd:

  • Emily Blunt
    Emily Blunt

    Emily blunt is a british actress known for her roles in popular films such as the devil wears prada, edge of tomorrow, and a quiet place.

  • Aziz Ansari
    Aziz Ansari

    Aziz ansari is an indian-american comedian known for his stand-up comedy, acting, and writing, as well as for his role as tom haverford on...

  • Patricia Richardson
    Patricia Richardson

    Patricia richardson is a tv actress best known for her role as jill taylor on the sitcom home improvement.

  • Karan Grover
    Karan Grover

    Karan grover is an indian tv actor known for his roles in popular television shows such as 'yahan main ghar ghar kheli' and 'qubool hai'.

  • Andre Ward
    Andre Ward

    Andre ward is a retired professional boxer known for being an olympic gold medalist and a world champion in multiple weight classes.

  • Peter Fonda
    Peter Fonda

    American actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Diane Varsi
    Diane Varsi

    American actress, who was nominated for an oscar in 1957 for her role as allison mackenzie.

  • Natalia Verbeke
    Natalia Verbeke

    Argentinian actresses and singers.

  • Josh Gad
    Josh Gad

    American actor, producer, and screenwriter.

  • Samara Weaving
    Samara Weaving

    Tv actress.

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February 23, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 1 month old,

or 757 months and 5 days old,

or 3292 weeks

or 23044 days old,

if you were born on February 23, 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 February 23, 1961?

There are 332 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 23rd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 23, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 23, 1961.

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February 23, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 23, 1961:

  • Davey Crockett

    American baseball player (born 1875).

What famous deaths happened on February 23rd?

Famous deaths on February 23rd:

  • Stan Laurel
    Stan Laurel

    Stan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.

  • Katherine Helmond
    Katherine Helmond

    Katherine helmond was an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows 'soap' and 'who's the boss?'.

  • Florence Rice
    Florence Rice

    Actress (girl at 1313, carnival), is killed at 63.

  • Margalit Tzanani

    Iconic Israeli singer with a powerful voice and stage presence.

  • John Keats

    An english romantic poet.

  • Nillie Melba

    Renowned Australian opera soprano known for her performances in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

  • John Quincy Adams

    The sixth President of the United States, a diplomat, and a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement.

  • Franciszek Starowieyski

    Renowned Polish artist known for his surrealistic and symbolic paintings.

  • Nachmen Simon

    Renowned Jewish painter known for his expressive and emotional artworks.

  • Jaquarious Washington

    Jaquarious Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 23rd

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February 23, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 23, 1961:

  • Roman Empire - Terminalia held in honor of Terminus.
  • Russia - Defender of the Fatherland Day (formerly Red Army Day or Day of Soviet Army and Navy).
  • Blessed odilia of Mombeek
  • Guyana - Mashramani-Republic Day.
  • Brunei - National Day.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Polycarp of Smyrna (died 155)

Saints celebrated on February 23, 1961:

  • Saint Milburga
  • Saint Lazarus (d.867)
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February 23, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 23, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 23, 1961 was Calcutta by Lawrence Welk, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 23, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Calcutta
  2. - Shop Around
  3. - There's A Moon Out Tonight
  4. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
  5. - Pony Time

February 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 23, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 23, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
  2. - Sailor
  3. - You're Sixteen
  4. - Pepe
  5. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes

February 23, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 23, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 23, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 23, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shop Around
  2. - All In My Mind
  3. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
  4. - Pony Time
  5. - At Last

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February 23, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 23, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Posse from Hell

Posse from Hell

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Herbert Coleman

Starring: Audie Murphy, John Saxon, Zohra Lampert, Vic Morrow

Reptilicus

Reptilicus

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Sidney W. Pink

Starring: Bent Mejding, Asbjørn Andersen, Povl Wøldike, Ann Smyrner

Country: United States of America

The Canadians

The Canadians

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Burt Kennedy

Starring: Robert Ryan, John Dehner, Torin Thatcher, Burt Metcalfe

Gold of the Seven Saints

Gold of the Seven Saints

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Clint Walker, Roger Moore, Letícia Román, Robert Middleton

Country: United States of America

Mother Joan of the Angels

Mother Joan of the Angels

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jerzy Kawalerowicz

Starring: Lucyna Winnicka, Mieczyslaw Voit, Anna Ciepielewska, Maria Chwalibóg

February 23, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 23, 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:

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

February 23, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 23, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Burnt-Out Case by Graham Greene

A Burnt-Out Case

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Querry, the world-famous architect is suffering from a horrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds joy in life or meaning in art.

The Nylon Pirates by Nicholas Monsarrat

The Nylon Pirates

By:

Alcestis is a British luxury cruise ship that is moored in New York. She will be embarking on a trip to South America, the Caribbean and Africa with her only passengers, businessmen facing mid-life crisis.

The Chess Players by Frances Parkinson Keyes

The Chess Players

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The Chess Players is an historical novel that is based on Paul Morphy's life. He is widely regarded as the first champion of chess in the world and perhaps the greatest chess player.

The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich by William L. Shirer

The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich

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This definitive history of Hitler's rise is back in hardcover, hailed by The New York Times as "one the most important works historical of our time"

The Waste Makers by Vance Packard

The Waste Makers

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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."

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Who was the US President on February 23, 1961?

On February 23, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 23, 1961?

On February 23, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 23, 1961?

On February 23, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about February 23rd?

February 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of February. 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 February 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Venezuelan authorities attempt to allow humanitarian aid trucks from brazil and colombia into the country. two trucks set fire to the francisco de paula santander international bridge.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: rif dimashq offensive. syrian government warplanes conduct a sixth day's airstrikes in rebel-held ghouta suburbs east damascus. 32 people are killed as the death toll after a week of bombardment has risen to over 400.
  • 2017 - War in north-west pakistan: six people were killed in a bomb explosion in lahore, pakistan.

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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 February 1961?

February 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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