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June 23, 1966 was the 174th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is June 23, 1966 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 23, 1966, who was born and died on June 23, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 23, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Paperback Writer by The Beatles), movies (e.g. Georgy Girl, directed by Silvio Narizzano), TV series (e.g. Canvas) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 23rd, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 23, 1966?
- June 23, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 23, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 23, 1966?
- June 23, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 23, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- June 23, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 23, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- June 23, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 23, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 23, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 23, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 23, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on June 23, 1966?
What day of the week was June 23, 1966?
June 23, 1966 was a Thursday and it was the 174th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 23, 1966 can also be written as 6/23/1966 in the US and as 23/6/1966 in UK and Europe.
June 23, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 23, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 23rd, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 23, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 23, 1966 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 1966 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 June 23, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 10:38 am and setting at 12:34 am.
The previous full moon was on Jun 03, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Jul 02, 1966.
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Who was born on June 23, 1966?
Famous people born on June 23, 1966:
- Chico DeBarge
American singer and pianist (debarge).
- Chantal Daucourt
Bienne, switzerland -- mountain cyclist (world-bronze-95).
- Emmanuelle Seigner
Actress.
- Barbara Jordan
Us softball outfielder (1996 olympics, gold medalist).
- Richie Ren
Actor and singer from taiwan.
- Kanako Maeda
Japanese actress.
- Pino Forastiere
- Greg Koch
- Federica Montevecchi
- Michael McCusker
- Robert Woodhouse
- Oliver-Sven Buder
- Antonio Buonanno
- Roberta Olivieri
- Anthony Pullard
- Giorgio Venturi
- Jesmond Ciantar
Whose famous birthday is on June 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 23rd:
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Hamza AbbasiHamza abbasi is a pakistani tv actor known for his roles in popular tv dramas and for his outspoken views on social and political issues.
![Frances McDormand]()
Frances McDormandFrances mcdormand is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films such as fargo, three billboards outside ebbing,...
![June Carter Cash]()
June Carter CashAmerican singer and musician (born 1929).
![Melissa Rauch]()
Melissa RauchMelissa rauch is a tv actress best known for her role as bernadette rostenkowski-wolowitz on the popular sitcom the big bang theory.
![Joel Edgerton]()
Joel EdgertonJoel edgerton is an australian actor known for his roles in films such as warrior, the great gatsby, and loving.
![Joss Whedon]()
Joss WhedonAmerican director, producer, and screenwriter.
![Bob Fosse]()
Bob FosseAmerican choreographer, dancer and director of film with a 40-year career.
![Bryan Brown]()
Bryan BrownActor from ausra who made his international debut in the 1980 movie "breaker morant".
![Louis Seigner]()
Louis SeignerMathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.
![Irene Worth]()
Irene WorthAmerican actress (d. 2002).
June 23, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 57 years 10 months old,
or 694 months and 3 days old,
or 3018 weeks and 1 day old,
or 21127 days old,
if you were born on June 23, 1966.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 June 23, 1966?
There are 58 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 23, 1966.
June 23, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 23, 1966:
- Hiroshi Shimizu
- Italo Simon
- Clara Jacobo
What famous deaths happened on June 23rd?
Famous deaths on June 23rd:
![Peter Falk]()
Peter FalkPeter falk was an american actor best known for his role as the detective columbo in the television series of the same name.
![Zarah Leander]()
Zarah LeanderSwedish actress and singer leander.
![Maureen O'Sullivan]()
Maureen O'SullivanMaureen O'Sullivan was an Irish-American actress best known for playing Jane in the 'Tarzan' film series.
![Dick Van Patten]()
Dick Van PattenAmerican tv, stage and tv actor best known for his tv series "eight is enough" 1977-1981.
![Buster Merryfield]()
Buster MerryfieldBritish actor (born 1920).
![Mary Boland]()
Mary BolandActress (boy trouble new moon) dies at 83.
![Fay Holden]()
Fay HoldenActress (mother – andy hardy films), who dies at the age of 77.
- Jonas Salk
American scientist, immunologist and biologist.
- Johathon Salk
Developed the first successful polio vaccine.
- Richard Matheson
Renowned author known for his contributions to horror and science fiction genres.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 23rd
June 23, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 23, 1966:
- J??i (L?go) - Latvia
- The Happiest day of the year is June 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [4]
- National holiday - Luxembourg
- Midsummer's Eve, Christianized the eve of the feast of Saint John the Baptist, is celebrated in much of Northern Europe and the British Islands
- Victory Day - Estonia
- Father's Day - Poland
Observances on June 23, 1966:
- International Widows' Day
- United Nations Public Service Day
Saints celebrated on June 23, 1966:
- Saint Jonas Day - Lithuania
June 23, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 23, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 20th and June 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 23, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 1966 was Paperback Writer by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 23, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Beatles - Paperback Writer
- Frank Sinatra - Strangers In The Night
- The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
- The Lovin' Spoonful - Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind?
- Simon and Garfunkel - I Am A Rock
June 23, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 23, 1966 was Strangers In The Night by Frank Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 23, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frank Sinatra - Strangers In The Night
- The Beatles - Paperback Writer
- The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
- The Mamas & The Papas - Monday Monday
- The Merseys - Sorrow
June 23, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 1966 was Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 23, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 23, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Temptations - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
- The Capitols - Cool Jerk
- Robert Parker - Barefootin'
- Jr. Walker & The All Stars - (I'm A) Road Runner
- Sam & Dave - Hold On! I'm A Comin'
June 23, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 23, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Georgy Girl
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Silvio Narizzano
Starring: James Mason, Alan Bates, Lynn Redgrave, Charlotte Rampling
The Daydreamer
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Jules Bass
Starring: Tallulah Bankhead, Victor Borge, Patty Duke, Jack Gilford
Lt. Robin Crusoe, U.S.N.
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Byron Paul
Starring: Dick Van Dyke, Nancy Kwan, Akim Tamiroff, Arthur Malet
Arizona Colt
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy
Country: Italy
Requiescant
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Carlo Lizzani
Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini
Country: Italy
June 23, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 23, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Canvas
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Joseph Greco
Dark Shadows
Release year: 1966
Written by: Dan Curtis
Starring: Jonathan Frid, Grayson Hall, Alexandra Isles, Nancy Barrett
Country: United States of America
June 23, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 23, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Valley of the Dolls
By: Jacqueline Susann
The All-Time Pop Culture Classic!Dolls in red, black, capsules, tablets, or both. Anne, Neely and Jennifer can take their pills straight or have them mixed with vodka.
Unsafe At Any Speed
By: Ralph Nader
Ralph Nader's classic book on the Corviar. 1965 Unsafe at all speeds is the complete story about how cars kill and why automobile manufacturers failed.
Games People Play
By: Eric Berne
Although we think we are relating to others, in reality we are all playing games.
Who was the US President on June 23, 1966?
On June 23, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 23, 1966?
On June 23, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on June 23, 1966?
On June 23, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about June 23rd?
June 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of June. 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 June 23rd, such as:
- 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present: houthis launch an attack that kills one syrian and injures 21 others. this attack is at abha international airport. it was previously attacked with a ballistic weapon two weeks ago. (reuters) there are reports that another attack has occurred at jizan airport. however, there have been no confirmation. (business insider). houthis warn of more attacks if saudi arabia continues to escalate its aggression in yemen.
- 2018 - Eastern daraa offensive (june 2018, syria): the syrian government launched a ground offensive in eastern daraa, the southern province.
- 2017 - War in north-west pakistan: multiple bombings in june 2017 at a parachinar market kill at least 37 and injure more than 150 others. (radio free europe/radio liberty). (al jazeera). a suicide car bombing occurs at a quetta police checkpoint, killing at least 13.
What happened in 1966?
1966 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
- Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
- S African government bans Beatle records
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What was the calendar for June 1966?
June 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
