Monday January 24, 1966: on this day

January 24, 1966 was the 24th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 24, 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 January 24, 1966, who was born and died on January 24, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 24, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Can Work It Out by The Beatles), movies (e.g. Angelique and the King, directed by Bernard Borderie), TV series (e.g. Jackanory) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 24th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 24, 1966?


January 24, 1966 was a Monday and it was the 24th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 24, 1966 can also be written as 1/24/1966 in the US and as 24/1/1966 in UK and Europe.

January 24, 1966 in January 1966 calendar

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January 24, 1966: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 24, 1966:

  • Wdio tv channel 10 in duluth, mn (abc) begins broadcasting
  • An air india boeing 707 jet crashes on mont blanc, on the border between france and italy, killing 117.
  • Harold holt becomes prime minister of australia when robert menzies retires.
  • Beaumont children disappearance: three children disappear on their way to glenelg, south australia, never to be seen again.
  • Air india flight 101 crashes into mont blanc.

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January 24, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 24th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 24, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 24, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Horse personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on January 24th, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 24, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 24, 1966 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 24, 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 January 24, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 09:10 am and setting at 08:56 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 07, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Feb 05, 1966.

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Who was born on January 24, 1966?


Famous people born on January 24, 1966:

  • Julie Dreyfus
    Julie Dreyfus

    Julie dreyfus is a french actress known for her roles in quentin tarantino films, including kill bill and inglourious basterds.

  • Karin Viard
    Karin Viard

    French actress, winner two ca(c]sar awards.

  • Shuan Donovan

    Shuan Donovan is an American politician who served as the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 2009 to 2014.

  • Jimeoin

    English-irish comedian actor producer and screenwriter.

  • Kim Saiki in Inglewood

    California, usa; golfer (1994 standard register ping-13th).

  • Mike Forgeron in Main-A-Dieu

    Nova scotia, canada; rower (olympics 1996).

  • Kim Saiki

    Inglewood, california -- golfer (1994 standard register ping-13th).

  • Sergio Busato
  • Fennis Dembo
  • Michael Forgeron
  • Masami Ōbari
  • Evelyn Regner
  • Luigi Rosa
  • Kenny Thorne

Whose famous birthday is on January 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 24th:

  • Sharon Tate
    Sharon Tate

    American actress, model and sex symbol.

  • Mischa Barton
    Mischa Barton

    Mischa Barton is a British-American actress known for her role in the TV series 'The O.C.

  • Nastassja Kinski
    Nastassja Kinski

    German actress, well-known family member, the 1981 golden globe award winner for her role as the star in "tess of the d'urbervilles" was won...

  • Daniel Auteuil
    Daniel Auteuil

    French actor and one of france's most versatile actors, he has appeared in over 75 films since 2009 and continues to deliver strong...

  • Ed Helms
    Ed Helms

    Ed helms is an american actor, comedian, and singer known for his role as andy bernard in the television series the office and as stu price...

  • Riya Sen
    Riya Sen

    Riya sen is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being part of the famous sen family in the indian film industry.

  • Tatyana Ali
    Tatyana Ali

    Tatyana ali is an american singer and actress best known for her role as ashley banks on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.

  • Michio Kaku
    Michio Kaku

    American theoretical physicist and city college professor in new york city.

  • Michelle Hunziker
    Michelle Hunziker

    Swiss-italian tv hostess, actress and model, as well as singer.

  • Ernest Borgnine
    Ernest Borgnine

    American actor and tv star whose career spans more than six decades.

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January 24, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 58 years 2 months old,

or 698 months and 4 days old,

or 3035 weeks and 3 days old,

or 21248 days old,

if you were born on January 24, 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 January 24, 1966?

There are 302 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 24th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 24, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 24, 1966.

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January 24, 1966: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 24, 1966:

  • Homi J. Bhabha

    Indian-french physicist and academic (d. 1966).

  • Homi Jehangir Bhabha
  • Michele Gortani
  • Alexander Ireland
  • Homi Jehangir Bhabha (होमी जहांगीर भाभा)

What famous deaths happened on January 24th?

Famous deaths on January 24th:

  • Gordon MacRae
    Gordon MacRae

    American singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.

  • Pernell Roberts
    Pernell Roberts

    Pernell Roberts was an American actor known for his role as Adam Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.

  • Winston Churchill
    Winston Churchill

    British politician, descendant of the 1st duke of marlborough (1650-16722).

  • Madge Bellamy
    Madge Bellamy

    Hillsboro, texas -- actress ("white zombie").

  • Larry Fine
    Larry Fine

    American comedian and actor (born in 1902).

  • Jerome Cowan
    Jerome Cowan

    Actor (mr dithers -blondie) dies at 74.

  • Lil Dagover
    Lil Dagover

    Dutch-born german actress (born in 1887).

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January 24, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 24, 1966:

  • Jim Ross Day - State of Oklahoma
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feasts of St. Francis de Sales and Our Lady of Peace
  • Roman Empire - first day of the Sementivae in honor of Ceres and Terra

Observances on January 24, 1966:

  • International Day of Education
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January 24, 1966: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 24, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 24th and January 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 24, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 24, 1966 was We Can Work It Out by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 24, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 24, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Can Work It Out
  2. - Barbara Ann
  3. - She's Just My Style
  4. - No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)
  5. - Five O'Clock World

January 24, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 24, 1966 was Day Tripper / We Can Work It Out by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 24, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 24, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Day Tripper / We Can Work It Out
  2. - Keep On Running
  3. - Wind Me Up (Let Me Go)
  4. - My Ship Is Coming In
  5. - The Carnival Is Over

January 24, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 24, 1966 was Uptight (Everything's Alright) by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

January 24, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 24, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 24th and January 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
  2. - Going To A Go-Go
  3. - Don't Mess With Bill
  4. - I Got You (I Feel Good)
  5. - The Duck

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January 24, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 24, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Angelique and the King

Angelique and the King

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Bernard Borderie

Starring: Michèle Mercier, Robert Hossein, Jean Rochefort, Jacques Toja

The Ugly Dachshund

The Ugly Dachshund

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Norman Tokar

Starring: Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette, Charles Ruggles, Kelly Thordsen

Arizona Colt

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

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

Johnny Yuma

Johnny Yuma

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin

Country: Italy

January 24, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 24, 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:

Jackanory

Jackanory

Release year: 1965

Directed by: Brian Hawkins

January 24, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 24, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Up The Down Staircase by Bel Kaufman

Up The Down Staircase

By:

Bel Kaufman's Up the Down Staircase, one of the most beloved novels of all time, is among the most loved. It has been translated in sixteen languages and made into a prize-winning motion movie. The play was staged at high …

The Lockwood Concern by John O'Hara

The Lockwood Concern

By:

THE LOCKWOOD CONCERN by O’hara, John

The Billion Dollar Brain by Len Deighton

The Billion Dollar Brain

By:

A Cold war adventure.

Those Who Love by Irving Stone

Those Who Love

By:

From courtship to the White House, John and Abigail Adams' love story

A Thousand Days by Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr

A Thousand Days

By:

Arthur Schlesinger, the president's special assistant, witnessed firsthand the personalities and politics that influenced the Kennedy administration.

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Who was the US President on January 24, 1966?

On January 24, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 24, 1966?

On January 24, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 24, 1966?

On January 24, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about January 24th?

January 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of January. 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 January 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - Adelaide, south australia, experiences its highest temperature ever since 1939. it reaches 46.6 degrees celsius (115.9 degrees fahrenheit) at 3:36pm local. this is the highest temperature ever recorded in any australian capital. high temperatures have proved fatal to significant numbers of local livestock.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: 2018 save the children jalalabad attack: an attack on save the children jalalabad charity's offices in the eastern afghan city jalalabad.
  • 2017 - 89th academy awards: the nominees for 2017 academy awards have been announced. hidden figures, moonlight, and la la land are some of the most popular.

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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 January 1966?

January 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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Monday January 24, 1966