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May 26, 1966 was the 146th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 26, 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 May 26, 1966, who was born and died on May 26, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. When A Man Loves A Woman by Percy Sledge), movies (e.g. Cul-de-sac, directed by Roman Polanski), TV series (e.g. Canvas) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1966?
- May 26, 1966: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1966?
- May 26, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1966?
What day of the week was May 26, 1966?
May 26, 1966 was a Thursday and it was the 146th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 1966 can also be written as 5/26/1966 in the US and as 26/5/1966 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 1966:
- Buddhist sets self on fire at us consulate in hut south-vietnam.
- Guyana (formerly british guiana) declares independence from united kingdom.
- Guyana achieves independence.
- It's a small world opens at disneyland.
- Fidel castro declares martial law in cuba because of a possible u.s. attack.
- The indonesian and malaysian governments declare that the indonesian confrontation is over (a treaty is signed on august 11).
- British guiana gains independence, becoming guyana.
May 26, 1966: 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, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1966 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 May 26, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 11:34 am and setting at 02:02 am.
The previous full moon was on May 04, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1966.
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Who was born on May 26, 1966?
Famous people born on May 26, 1966:
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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',...
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Helena CarterMovie actress.
- Zola Budd
South african-british woman athlete is called the fastest woman in the world.
- Billy Downes in Camden
New jersey, usa: nike golfer (1994 new england classic).
- Ivo Nakić
- Nadia Raimondi
- Stefano Boccazzi
- Rita Eriksen
- Shona Robison
- Susan Sirma
- Hiroki Tōchi
- Gert Mittring
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.
![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.
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Doug HutchisonAmerican actor.
May 26, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 57 years 10 months old,
or 694 months and 23 days old,
or 3021 weeks
or 21147 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 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 May 26, 1966?
There are 38 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, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 26, 1966.
May 26, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1966:
- Elizabeth Dilling
American activist and author (born in 1894).
- Neal Dodd
Actor (only women.
- Don Castle
Actor (motor patrol and born to speed) dies at 47.
- Maurice Chambelland
- Cornelius Hughes
- Olof Molander
- Edmond T. Gréville
- Lodovico Benvenuti
- Giovanni Battista Berardi
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
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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, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1966:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1966:
- 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, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1966 was When A Man Loves A Woman by Percy Sledge, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman
- The Mindbenders - A Groovy Kind Of Love
- The Mamas & The Papas - Monday, Monday
- The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
- Bob Dylan - Rainy Day Women #12 & 35
May 26, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1966 was Pretty Flamingo by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Manfred Mann - Pretty Flamingo
- The Lovin' Spoonful - Daydream
- The Beach Boys - Sloop John B
- The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
- Troggs - Wild Thing
May 26, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1966 was When A Man Loves A Woman by Percy Sledge, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 26, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - It's A Man's Man's Man's World
- Sam & Dave - Hold On! I'm A Comin'
- Stevie Wonder - Nothing's Too Good For My Baby
- Robert Parker - Barefootin'
May 26, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Cul-de-sac
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Roman Polanski
Starring: Donald Pleasence, Françoise Dorléac, Lionel Stander, Jack MacGowran
Country: United States of America
Watch Out for the Automobile
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Eldar Ryazanov
Starring: Innokentiy Smoktunovskiy, Oleg Efremov, Lyubov Dobrzhanskaya, Anatoliy Papanov
The Shooting
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Millie Perkins, Jack Nicholson, Will Hutchins, Warren Oates
Lost Command
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Mark Robson
Starring: Anthony Quinn, Alain Delon, George Segal, Michèle Morgan
Knives of the Avenger
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Mario Bava
Starring: Cameron Mitchell, Fausto Tozzi, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Luciano Pollentin
May 26, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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
May 26, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Human Sexual Response
By: William H. Masters and Virginia E. Johnson
This is the Bible for the Sex Revolution of 1960s. It's impossible to say if this book led or caused the Sex Revolution.
Menfreya In The Morning
By: Victoria Holt
Harriet Delvaney said that the Menfreya great house, which stood like a fortress along the Cornish coast was a haven of happiness and high spirits.
The Double Image
By: Helen MacInnes
John Craig, an American historian, is shocked to meet his college professor while doing research in Paris.
Who was the US President on May 26, 1966?
On May 26, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1966?
On May 26, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1966?
On May 26, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
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 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 May 1966?
May 1966 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.
