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February 27, 1960 was the 58th day of the year 1960, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is February 27, 1960 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 27, 1960, who was born and died on February 27, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 27, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Strife) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 27th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 27, 1960?
- February 27, 1960: What happened on that day?
- February 27, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 27, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 27, 1960?
- February 27, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 27, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- February 27, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 27, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- February 27, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 27, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 27, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 27, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 27, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on February 27, 1960?
What day of the week was February 27, 1960?
February 27, 1960 was a Saturday and it was the 58th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 27, 1960 can also be written as 2/27/1960 in the US and as 27/2/1960 in UK and Europe.
February 27, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 27, 1960:
- Us olympics ice hockey team beats ussr 3-2 en route to gold medal.
February 27, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 27th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 27, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 27, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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February 27, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 27, 1960 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 27, 1960 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 February 27, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 06:58 am and setting at 08:02 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1960.
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Who was born on February 27, 1960?
Famous people born on February 27, 1960:
- Paul Humphreys
English singer-songwriter/keyboard player (orchestral manoeuvres in the dark the listening pool, onetwo).
- Andrés Gómez
Andrés gómez is an ecuadorian former professional tennis player known for winning the french open singles title in 1990.
- Stoney Jackson
Stoney Jackson is an actor who has appeared in various TV shows and films.
- Kara Kennedy
American journalist and daughter of Senator Ted Kennedy, known for her advocacy work on cancer research.
- Johnny Van Zant
American singer-songwriter.
- John van
Grinsven; soccer player (mvv).
- Paul Humphreys rock keyboardist/synthesizer player (OMD - "Crush"
"pacific age").
- Carson Yeung
Hong kong businessman.
- Jeff Smith
Cartoonist.
- Stoney Jackson in Richmond
Virginia, usa; actor ("white shadow, insiders").
- Olivier Nora
French publisher.
- Bolik Dahan
Suriname -- singer / radio host (radio kbc).
- Norm Breyfogle
- Pär Arvidsson
- Andrés Gómez Santos
- Monika Jansson
- Raffaele Volpi
- Simon Critchley
Whose famous birthday is on February 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 27th:
![Elizabeth Taylor]()
Elizabeth TaylorBritish-american actress, born in london to american parents who now reside in britain.
![Joanne Woodward]()
Joanne WoodwardAmerican actress, who won the best actress oscar for march 1958's film "three faces of eve.
![Chelsea Clinton]()
Chelsea ClintonAmerican family, the only child and daughter of bill and hillary clinton.
![John Steinbeck]()
John SteinbeckAmerican writer who wrote best-selling novels and was made into movies.
![Kate Mara]()
Kate MaraKate mara is an american actress known for her roles in house of cards and fantastic four.
![Timothy Spall]()
Timothy SpallTimothy spall is an english actor known for his roles in the harry potter film series and the historical drama mr.
![Adam Baldwin]()
Adam BaldwinAdam baldwin is an american tv actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as firefly and chuck.
![Derren Brown]()
Derren BrownBritish psychological illusionist.
![Ralph Nader]()
Ralph NaderAmerican consumer advocate and attorney who changed american perceptions about product viability.
![Yolande Moreau]()
Yolande MoreauBelgian actress and film director.
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February 27, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 1 month old,
or 769 months and 30 days old,
or 3347 weeks and 6 days old,
or 23435 days old,
if you were born on February 27, 1960.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 February 27, 1960?
There are 307 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 27th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 27, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 27, 1960.
February 27, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 27, 1960:
- Adriano Olivetti
Italian industrialist, member of the italian parliament.
- Riccardo Imperiali di Francavilla
- Luigi Pietrobono
- Ettore Chimeri
What famous deaths happened on February 27th?
Famous deaths on February 27th:
![Lillian Gish]()
Lillian GishPioneering American actress of the silent film era, known for her roles in classic films such as 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Orphans of the...
![Leonard Nimoy]()
Leonard NimoyAmerican actor who was best known for his role as spock, the pointed-eared alien in "star trek," 1965-1967.
![Spike Milligan]()
Spike MilliganBritish writer and director.
![Dale Robertson]()
Dale RobertsonAmerican actor and singer (d.2013).
![Allison Hayes]()
Allison HayesActress (attack on 50 foot woman), dead at 47.
![Joan Greenwood]()
Joan GreenwoodLondon, england -- actress/director (amorous mr prawn).
![J. Pat O'Malley]()
J. Pat O'MalleyEnglish-american actor and singer (b. 1904).
![John Boles]()
John BolesActor (stella dallas and curly top) dies at 73.
- Ivann Pavlov
Renowned for his work on classical conditioning and the concept of the conditioned reflex.
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February 27, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 27, 1960:
- International Polar Bear Day.
- First day of Maslenitsa in Russia (2006)
- Dominican Republic - National Day.
- Roman Empire - Equirria, horse races in honour of the pagan war god Mars were held.
Saints celebrated on February 27, 1960:
- Saint Antigone
- Saint Leander
- Saint Honorine
- Saint Gabriel of the Mother of Sorrows
February 27, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 27, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 22nd and February 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 27, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 27, 1960 was The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.
February 27, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 27, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Percy Faith - The Theme From A Summer Place
- Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Jim Reeves - He'll Have To Go
- Jack Scott - What In The World's Come Over You
February 27, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 27, 1960 was Why by Anthony Newley, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.
February 27, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 27, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Anthony Newley - Why
- Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Voice In The Wilderness
- Adam Faith - Poor Me
- Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
- Craig Douglas - Pretty Blue Eyes
February 27, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 27, 1960 was Baby (You've Got What It Takes) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.
February 27, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 27, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
- B.B. King - Sweet Sixteen
- Rosco Gordon - Just A Little Bit
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
February 27, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 27, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
Home from the Hill
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Vincente Minnelli
Starring: Robert Mitchum, Eleanor Parker, George Peppard, George Hamilton
Conspiracy of Hearts
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Ralph Thomas
Starring: Lilli Palmer, Sylvia Syms, Yvonne Mitchell, Ronald Lewis
Tea for Two
Release year: 1960
Directed by: David Butler
Starring: Doris Day, Gordon MacRae, Gene Nelson, Eve Arden
Too Soon to Love
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Richard Rush
Starring: Jennifer West, Richard Evans, Warren Parker, Ralph Manza
February 27, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 27, 1960 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Strife
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Tiffany Warren
Here Come the Girls
Release year: 1960
On the Spot
Release year: 1959
Hudson's Bay
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Irving Pichel
The Secret Garden
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Owen Smith
February 27, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 27, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
May This House Be Safe From Tigers
By: Alexander King
Author: Alexander King. Memoir. Copyright: 1960. Illustrations by 23 original drawings of the author. 373 pages. Hardcover.
My Wicked, Wicked Ways
By: Errol Flynn
Errol Flynn is a man well-known to millions as the greatest swashbuckler on the silver screen. He was complex and lived an adventurous life that was far beyond the scope of any of his films.
This Is My God
By: Herman Wouk
This is My God is Herman Wouk’s famous introduction to Judaism. It has been completely updated and revised with a new chapter entitled Israel at Forty.
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
Grant Moves South
By: Bruce Catton
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Bruce's Civil War history is a highly acclaimed account of the controversial Union commander and complex man who ensured the fall of the Confederacy.
Who was the US President on February 27, 1960?
On February 27, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 27, 1960?
On February 27, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 27, 1960?
On February 27, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about February 27th?
February 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of February. 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 February 27th, such as:
- 2019 - Israeli involvement in syria civil war, israel-russia relations: benjamin netanyahu, the israeli prime minister, tells vladimir putin that israel will "continue taking action against iran in syria".
- 2018 - North korea's foreign relations: five unnamed security sources in europe claim that north korean leader kim jong un and his father kim jong il fraudulently obtained brazilian passports in order apply for visas to western countries in 1990.
- 2017 - Conflict in moro: indanan, philippines: jurgen kantner is beheaded by the abu sayyaf militants.
What happened in 1960?
1960 was filled with very interesting events such as
- VP Nixon nominated for President at Republican Convention in Chicago
- Anita Lonsbrough swims world / olympic record 200m
- Mickey Wright wins LPGA Grossinger Golf Open
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What was the calendar for February 1960?
February 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
