Wednesday May 24, 1961: on this day

May 24, 1961 was the 144th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 24, 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 May 24, 1961, who was born and died on May 24, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe), movies (e.g. A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Daniel Petrie), TV series (e.g. Whispering Smith) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 24, 1961?


May 24, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 144th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 1961 can also be written as 5/24/1961 in the US and as 24/5/1961 in UK and Europe.

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May 24, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 24, 1961:

  • American civil rights movement: freedom riders are arrested in jackson, mississippi for ''disturbing the peace'' after disembarking from their bus.
  • Explorer 12 fails to reach earth orbit.
  • Cyprus enters the council of europe.

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May 24, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 24, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Metal 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 May 24th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 24, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 24, 1961 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 May 24, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 02:26 pm and setting at 03:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on May 30, 1961.

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Who was born on May 24, 1961?


Famous people born on May 24, 1961:

  • Lorne Gunter

    Canadian journalist and columnist known for his conservative views.

  • Drake Sather

    Comedian and entrepreneur known for his work in the entertainment industry.

  • Lorella Cedroni

    Italian political scientist and philosopher (b. 1961).

  • Alain Lemieux

    Canadian-american ice hockey coach and player.

  • Show Aikawa

    Japanese actor.

  • Drew Carey

    Actor.

  • Ilaria Alpi

    Terrorists killed an italian journalist in somalia, 3/20/1994.

  • Tim Burness

    English musician (progressive/pop/ambient tendencies), astrologer for more than 25 years and a support worker in nursing care.

  • Mark Bedford
  • Abdulla Aripov
  • Cho Yoon-hwan
  • A. Ralph Mollis
  • Alessandra Riegler
  • Ismael Urtubi
  • Stefano Zuffi
  • Maria Rosa Quario
  • Tiziana Lo Conte

Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    Douglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...

  • Priscilla Presley
    Priscilla Presley

    German-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

  • Eric Cantona
    Eric Cantona

    He was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.

  • Kristin Scott Thomas
    Kristin Scott Thomas

    Kristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.

  • Jim Broadbent
    Jim Broadbent

    Jim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...

  • Alfred Molina
    Alfred Molina

    London, england -- actor (enchantedapril, prick up your ears).

  • Sybil Danning
    Sybil Danning

    American playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.

  • Cecilia Cheung
    Cecilia Cheung

    Actress and singer from hong kong.

  • Lilli Palmer
    Lilli Palmer

    German actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.

  • Tommy Chong
    Tommy Chong

    Comedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.

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May 24, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 10 months old,

or 754 months and 5 days old,

or 3279 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22955 days old,

if you were born on May 24, 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 May 24, 1961?

There are 56 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 24, 1961.

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May 24, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 24, 1961:

  • Jacob Preus

What famous deaths happened on May 24th?

Famous deaths on May 24th:

  • Rachel Kempson
    Rachel Kempson

    English-american actress (d.2003).

  • Edward Mulhare
    Edward Mulhare

    Cork city, ireland -- actor.

  • Asta Nielsen
    Asta Nielsen

    Danish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.

  • Guy Kibbee
    Guy Kibbee

    Actor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    At 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).

  • John Foster Dulles
    John Foster Dulles

    American, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).

  • Mitzi Green
    Mitzi Green

    Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.

  • Nicholaos Copernicus

    Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 24th

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May 24, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 24, 1961:

  • Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
  • Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
  • Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
  • Eritrea: National Day.
  • Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
  • Mary, Help of the Christians
  • Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.

Saints celebrated on May 24, 1961:

  • Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
  • Saint Amadl
  • Saint Suzanna
  • Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
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May 24, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 24, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 24, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1961 was Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 24, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Mother-In-Law
  2. - Runaway
  3. - Daddy's Home
  4. - A Hundred Pounds Of Clay
  5. - Travelin' Man

May 24, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1961 was Blue Moon by The Marcels, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 24, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 24, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blue Moon
  2. - You're Driving Me Crazy
  3. - On The Rebound
  4. - Wooden Heart
  5. - More Than I Can Say / Staying In

May 24, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 1961 was Mother-In-Law by Ernie K-Doe, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

May 24, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 24, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Mother-In-Law
  2. - Mama Said
  3. - Funny
  4. - Daddy's Home
  5. - Driving Wheel

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May 24, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 24, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

A Raisin in the Sun

A Raisin in the Sun

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Daniel Petrie

Starring: Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee, Diana Sands

Country: United States of America

Master of the World

Master of the World

Release year: 1961

Directed by: William Witney

Starring: Vincent Price, Charles Bronson, Henry Hull, Mary Webster

Gidget Goes Hawaiian

Gidget Goes Hawaiian

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Paul Wendkos

Starring: James Darren, Michael Callan, Deborah Walley, Carl Reiner

Battle at Bloody Beach

Battle at Bloody Beach

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Herbert Coleman

Starring: Audie Murphy, Gary Crosby, Dolores Michaels, Alejandro Rey

Atlas

Atlas

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Roger Corman

Starring: Michael Forest, Frank Wolff, Barboura Morris, Walter Maslow

May 24, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 24, 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:

Whispering Smith

Whispering Smith

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Leslie Fenton

Spotlight

Spotlight

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Rob Roy

Rob Roy

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones

Amelia

Amelia

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Mira Nair

May 24, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 24, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Manila Galleon by F. Van Wyck Mason

Manila Galleon

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This is a fantastic tale of the sea, based on George Anson's famous voyage.

Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

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The story of Gavin Maxwell and his life with otters off the west coast of Scotland was hailed as a masterpiece in 1960. It remains one of the most beloved books.

Fate Is The Hunter by Ernest K. Gann

Fate Is The Hunter

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Ernest K. Gann's classic memoir gives an intimate and exciting account of the turbulent early days of commercial aviation. Gann takes you into the cockpit and recounts it in his unique style.

The Incredible Journey by Sheila Burnford

The Incredible Journey

By:

Their instincts told them to go west. So the Labrador retriever, the bull terrier, and the Siamese, a young Labrador retriever set off through Canada.

The Last Of The Just by Andre Schwarz-Bart

The Last Of The Just

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Andre Schwarz-Bart's The Last of the Just was published in 16 languages and won the prestigious Prix Goncourt. It is widely considered the greatest Holocaust novel.

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Who was the US President on May 24, 1961?

On May 24, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1961?

On May 24, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 24, 1961?

On May 24, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about May 24th?

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

  • 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
  • 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
  • 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.

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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 May 1961?

May 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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Wednesday May 24, 1961