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May 26, 1962 was the 146th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 26, 1962 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 26, 1962, who was born and died on May 26, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stranger On The Shore by Mr. Acker Bilk), movies (e.g. Long Day's Journey Into Night, directed by Sidney Lumet), TV series (e.g. The Franchise Affair) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1962?
- May 26, 1962: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1962?
- May 26, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 26, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1962?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1962?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1962?
What day of the week was May 26, 1962?
May 26, 1962 was a Saturday and it was the 146th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 1962 can also be written as 5/26/1962 in the US and as 26/5/1962 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 1962: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 1962:
- All american closes at winter garden theater nyc after 80 performances
- Acker bilk's stranger on the shore becomes the first british recording to reach number one in the us billboard hot 100.
May 26, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1962 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1962 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 26, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 01:30 am and setting at 01:31 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 19, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Jun 18, 1962.
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Who was born on May 26, 1962?
Famous people born on May 26, 1962:
- Gervase Elwes
Gervase Elwes is an English actor known for his roles in television shows such as Downton Abbey and Sherlock.
- Bobcat Goldthwait
American actor seen in "police academy series 2, 3, and 4. goldthwait lends his unique voice to a.
- Genie Francis
American actress and soap's most popular teenage star.
- Colin Vearncombe
Rocker (black - "wonderful like").
- Pansy Ho
Pansy Ho is a prominent businesswoman known for her contributions to the gaming industry in Macau.
- Black
English singer-songwriter (d. 2016).
- Nadia Bengala
Italian actress and showgirl, was crowned miss italy 1988.
- Genie Francis in Englewood
New jersey, usa.
- Bob[cat] Goldthwait in Syracuse
New york, usa.
- Evgenij Belousov
- Pasquale De Luca
- Pietro Genuardi
- Gatto Panceri
- Hinrich Romeike
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
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Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...
![Pam Grier]()
Pam GrierPam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
![Corinne Le Poulain]()
Corinne Le PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 61 years 10 months old,
or 742 months and 24 days old,
or 3229 weeks and 6 days old,
or 22609 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 1962.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 26, 1962?
There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1962?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1962.
May 26, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1962:
- Karl Rapp
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.
- Cybele
Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.
- Phinneas Newborn
Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.
- Zeki Velidi Togan
Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.
- Fount Haines
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Adamae Davis
Renowned jazz singer and performer.
May 26, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1962:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1962:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 21st and May 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1962 was Stranger On The Shore by Mr. Acker Bilk, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 26, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mr. Acker Bilk - Stranger On The Shore
- The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
- Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- Walter Brennan - Old Rivers
May 26, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1962 was Nut Rocker by B Bumble & The Stingers, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 26, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- B Bumble & The Stingers - Nut Rocker
- The Shadows - Wonderful Land
- Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
- Del Shannon - Hey Little Girl
- Cliff Richard - Do You Want To Dance / I'm Looking Out The Window
May 26, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 26, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
- Ben E. King - Don't Play That Song (You Lied)
- The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
- Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
- Mary Wells - The One Who Really Loves You
May 26, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Long Day's Journey Into Night
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: Katharine Hepburn, Ralph Richardson, Jason Robards, Dean Stockwell
Country: United States of America
Carnival of Souls
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Herk Harvey
Starring: Candace Hilligoss, Frances Feist, Sidney Berger, Art Ellison
Country: United States of America
The Master of Ballantrae
Release year: 1962
Directed by: William Keighley
Starring: Errol Flynn, Roger Livesey, Anthony Steel, Beatrice Campbell
Big Red
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Norman Tokar
Starring: Walter Pidgeon, Gilles Payant, Émile Genest, Janette Bertrand
The Miracle Worker
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Arthur Penn
Starring: Anne Bancroft, Patty Duke, Victor Jory, Inga Swenson
Country: United States of America
May 26, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 1962 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 Franchise Affair
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Leonard Lewis
Brothers in Law
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Roy Boulting
May 26, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Franny and Zooey
By: J.D. Salinger
The author wrote: FRANNY appeared in The New Yorker, 1955. ZOOEY followed in 1957. These stories are critical early entries in a narrative series that I am creating about a family who settled in New York in the 20th century, …
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
By: Gayelord Hauser
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall: A Call to Beauty by Gayelord Houser
The Making Of The President 1960
By: Theodore H. White
The most famous political story ever told is the epic clash between John F. Kennedy & Richard M. Nixon. This was captured in Theodore White's groundbreaking chronicle The Making of the President 1960.
The Fox In The Attic
By: Richard Hughes
The Fox in the Attic is a tale of great suspense, growing horror, and Richard Hughes's historic historical fiction "The Human Predicament" is widely acclaimed.
Captain Newman, M.D.
By: Leo Calvin Rosten
Captain Newman M.D. Captain Newman, M.D. invites you to do rounds on the ward at an Army psychiatric Hospital where wounded veterans have lost touch and forgotten about civilian life.
May 26, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 26, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Spacewar!
Who was the US President on May 26, 1962?
On May 26, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1962?
On May 26, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1962?
On May 26, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 26th?
May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
- 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
- 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
What happened in 1962?
1962 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
- 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
- Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome
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What was the calendar for May 1962?
May 1962 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.
