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February 23, 1969 was the 54th day of the year 1969, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is February 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 February 23, 1969, who was born and died on February 23, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 23, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Everyday People by Sly & the Family Stone), movies (e.g. The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, directed by Ronald Neame), TV series (e.g. Two In Clover) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 23rd, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 23, 1969?
- February 23, 1969: What happened on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 23, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 23, 1969?
- February 23, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 23, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
- February 23, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 23, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 23, 1969?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 23, 1969?
- Who was the Pope on February 23, 1969?
What day of the week was February 23, 1969?
February 23, 1969 was a Sunday and it was the 54th day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 23, 1969 can also be written as 2/23/1969 in the US and as 23/2/1969 in UK and Europe.
February 23, 1969: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 23, 1969:
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February 23, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 23, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 23rd, 1969 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 23, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 23, 1969 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 23, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 09:52 am and setting at 01:34 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Mar 04, 1969.
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Who was born on February 23, 1969?
Famous people born on February 23, 1969:
- Michael Campbell
New zealand-australian golfer.
- Damon John
Founder of FUBU and a 'Shark' on Shark Tank.
- Martine Croxall
English journalist and television news presenter.
- Marc Wauters
Belgian cyclist.
- Ed McDaniel
Nfl linebacker (minnesota vikings).
- Michael Campbell in Hawera
New zealand; australasia golfer.
- Bhagyashree
- Chris Reifert
- Juan Escarré
- Mike Flynn
- Thomas Jane
- Enrico Laghi
- Yūji Hirayama
- Radosław Sikorski
Whose famous birthday is on February 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 23rd:
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Emily BluntEmily 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 AnsariAziz 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 RichardsonPatricia richardson is a tv actress best known for her role as jill taylor on the sitcom home improvement.
![Karan Grover]()
Karan GroverKaran 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 WardAndre ward is a retired professional boxer known for being an olympic gold medalist and a world champion in multiple weight classes.
![Peter Fonda]()
Peter FondaAmerican actor, screenwriter, and producer.
![Diane Varsi]()
Diane VarsiAmerican actress, who was nominated for an oscar in 1957 for her role as allison mackenzie.
![Natalia Verbeke]()
Natalia VerbekeArgentinian actresses and singers.
![Josh Gad]()
Josh GadAmerican actor, producer, and screenwriter.
![Samara Weaving]()
Samara WeavingTv actress.
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February 23, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 55 years 1 month old,
or 661 months and 28 days old,
or 2877 weeks and 6 days old,
or 20145 days old,
if you were born on February 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 February 23, 1969?
There are 309 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, 1969?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 23, 1969.
February 23, 1969: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 23, 1969:
- Madhubala
Indian actress and producer (b. 1933).
- Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
2nd king of saudi arabia (b. 1902).
- Joseph Messner
Composer dies at 75.
- King Saud
Saudi arabia (born in 1902).
- Abd al-Aziz
Abd al-rahman al-faisal al-saud saudia, dies at the age of 67.
- Constantin Silvestri
- Sa'ud dell'Arabia Saudita
- Frank Ellis
- Ronald Scobie
- Saud de Arabia
What famous deaths happened on February 23rd?
Famous deaths on February 23rd:
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Stan LaurelStan 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 HelmondKatherine helmond was an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows 'soap' and 'who's the boss?'.
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Florence RiceActress (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.
- Nachmen Simon
Renowned Jewish painter known for his expressive and emotional artworks.
- James Herriot
A British veterinarian and author who wrote a series of semi-autobiographical books about his experiences as a country veterinarian in...
- Franciszek Starowieyski
Renowned Polish artist known for his surrealistic and symbolic paintings.
- John Quincy Adams
The sixth President of the United States, a diplomat, and a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement.
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February 23, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 23, 1969:
- 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, 1969:
- Saint Milburga
- Saint Lazarus (d.867)
February 23, 1969: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 23, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 17th and February 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 23, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 23, 1969 was Everyday People by Sly & the Family Stone, according to the music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 23, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Sly & the Family Stone - Everyday People
- Tommy James and the Shondells - Crimson And Clover
- The Foundations - Build Me Up Buttercup
- The Doors - Touch Me
- Tyrone Davis - Can I Change My Mind
February 23, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 23, 1969 was (If Paradise Is) Half As Nice by Amen Corner, according to the music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 23, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Amen Corner - (If Paradise Is) Half As Nice
- Fleetwood Mac - Albatross
- The Move - Blackberry Way
- Peter Sarstedt - Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)
- Donald Peers - Please Don't Go
February 23, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 23, 1969 was Everyday People by Sly & The Family Stone, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 17th and February 23rd.
February 23, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 23, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 17th and February 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Sly & The Family Stone - Everyday People
- Johnnie Taylor - Take Care Of Your Homework
- Tyrone Davis - Can I Change My Mind
- Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Baby, Baby Don't Cry
- Betty Everett - There'll Come A Time
February 23, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 23, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Ronald Neame
Starring: Maggie Smith, Gordon Jackson, Robert Stephens, Pamela Franklin
Country: United States of America
The Milky Way
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Luis Buñuel
Starring: Paul Frankeur, Laurent Terzieff, Alain Cuny, Edith Scob
Sweet Charity
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Bob Fosse
Starring: Shirley MacLaine, John McMartin, Ricardo Montalban, Sammy Davis Jr.
Country: United States of America
Changes
Release year: 1969
Directed by: Hall Bartlett
Starring: Kent Lane, Michele Carey, Jack Albertson, Marcia Strassman
The Guru
Release year: 1969
Directed by: James Ivory
Starring: Rita Tushingham, Michael York, Utpal Dutt, Madhur Jaffrey
February 23, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 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:
Two in Clover
Release year: 1969
The Ant and the Aardvark
Release year: 1969
Country: United States of America
February 23, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 23, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
On Reflection
By: Helen Hayes and Sandford Dody
Helen Hayes addresses her grandchildren in the introduction to her autobiography. She writes, "It's no longer fashionable for people to have faith. But your grandmother has never been known for her chic style."
The Hurricane Years
By: Cameron Hawley
Cameron Hawley's The Hurricane Years, 1968, 1st edition. Published by Little, Brown & Company. Hardcover, 567 pages, with dust jacket.
The Day Kennedy Was Shot
By: Jim Bishop
The Day Kennedy Was Shot is a minute-by-minute narrative account about President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. It captures the drama, mystery, action and excitement that took place on November 22, 1963. Author
Testimony of Two Men
By: Taylor Caldwell
A young, troubled doctor, a divided Pennsylvania town, and a national scandal at the turn of the century -- these turbulent elements inspired Taylor Caldwell to write a major novel. It is a detailed account of love, loss, redemption and …
Thirteen Days
By: Robert F. Kennedy
"A minor masterpiece in its laconic, spare, compelling evocation of the shifting moods, maneuvers of the most hazardous moment in human history." "--Arthur
February 23, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 23, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Travel
Who was the US President on February 23, 1969?
On February 23, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 23, 1969?
On February 23, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 23, 1969?
On February 23, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.
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.
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 February 1969?
February 1969 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.
