Wednesday March 29, 1961: on this day

March 29, 1961 was the 88th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 29, 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 March 29, 1961, who was born and died on March 29, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 29, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Surrender by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. Scream of Fear, directed by Seth Holt), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 29th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 29, 1961?


March 29, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 88th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 29, 1961 can also be written as 3/29/1961 in the US and as 29/3/1961 in UK and Europe.

March 29, 1961 in March 1961 calendar

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March 29, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 29, 1961:

  • Kcpt tv channel 19 in kansas city, mo (pbs) begins broadcasting
  • The twenty-third amendment to the united states constitution is ratified, allowing residents of washington, d.c., to vote in presidential elections.

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March 29, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 29th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 29, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 29, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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March 29, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 29, 1961 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 29, 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 March 29, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 03:55 pm and setting at 05:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 02, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Apr 01, 1961.

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Who was born on March 29, 1961?


Famous people born on March 29, 1961:

  • Amy Sedaris
    Amy Sedaris

    American screenwriter and actress.

  • Michael Winterbottom
    Michael Winterbottom

    Michael winterbottom is an english producer and director known for his work in independent and documentary films.

  • Miriam Kutler

    Renowned poet with a focus on themes of nature and spirituality.

  • Ari Emanuel

    Ari Emanuel is a prominent sports agent known for representing top athletes.

  • Stewart Preston

    Stewart Preston is a British journalist and news presenter.

  • Helen Humphreys

    Canadian poet and novelist.

  • Todd G. Buchholz

    American economist and author.

  • Mike Kingery

    American baseball player.

  • Gary Brabham

    English-australian race car driver.

  • Mike Kingery in Saint James

    Minnesota, usa; outfielder (pittsburgh pirates).

  • Orla Brady

    Actress.

  • Victoria Osteen

    Clergyman.

  • Ane-Marie Sanches

    Newscaster (suriname tv / radio).

  • Antonino Agostino
  • Fulvio Simonini
  • Florin Segărceanu
  • Matt Letley

Whose famous birthday is on March 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 29th:

  • Lucy Lawless
    Lucy Lawless

    New zealand actress, singer, and activist.

  • Terence Hill
    Terence Hill

    Italian-german-american film actor, who debuted onscreen in 1962.

  • Brendan Gleeson
    Brendan Gleeson

    Brendan gleeson is an irish actor known for his roles in films such as braveheart, gangs of new york, and the harry potter series.

  • Chris D'Elia
    Chris D'Elia

    Chris d'elia is a comedian known for his stand-up specials and appearances in tv shows and movies.

  • Eric Idle
    Eric Idle

    British member of the insane "monty python” group.

  • Michel Hazanavicius
    Michel Hazanavicius

    French producer, screenwriter, and film director.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Bud Cort
    Bud Cort

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Brigitte Horney
    Brigitte Horney

    German actress, internationally recognized, of stage and film and tv.

  • Dennis O'Keefe
    Dennis O'Keefe

    American screenwriter and actor (d. 1968).

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March 29, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years and 21 days old,

or 756 months and 21 days old,

or 3290 weeks and 2 days old,

or 23032 days old,

if you were born on March 29, 1961.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 29, 1961?

There are 344 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 29th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 29, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 29, 1961.

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March 29, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 29, 1961:

  • Fritzi Ridgeway
  • Armand Robin

What famous deaths happened on March 29th?

Famous deaths on March 29th:

  • Terry Moore
    Terry Moore

    Columbia offered her a contract while she was still in her teens.

  • Andy Hallett
    Andy Hallett

    American actor and singer (born 1975).

  • Marc Platt
    Marc Platt

    American actor, singer, and dancer (d. 2014.

  • Bill Travers
    Bill Travers

    Newcastle-on-tyne (england) -- actor (born free gorgo).

  • Calvin Lockhart
    Calvin Lockhart

    Bahamian-american actor (d. 2007.

  • Rico Yan
    Rico Yan

    Philippine actor (born 1975).

  • Nikodem Bernstein

    Renowned composer known for his innovative orchestral works.

  • Lillieanna Ferrari

    Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.

  • Helyne Zimmerman

    Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and theater.

  • Lendy Barris

    Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 29th

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March 29, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 29, 1961:

  • St. Bertold (d.1179)
  • Blessed Hugo (d.1239)
  • St. Ludolf of Ratzeburg (d.1250)
  • St. Eustace
  • Memorial day and commemoration of the 1947 revolt against French colonisation in Madagascar
  • Youth Day in Taiwan
  • Festival of Ishtar.
  • St. Jonas (d. 327)
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March 29, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 29, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 27th and April 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 29, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 29, 1961 was Surrender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 29, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Surrender
  2. - Pony Time
  3. - Dedicated To The One I Love
  4. - Apache
  5. - Don't Worry

March 29, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 29, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 29, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Wooden Heart
  2. - Are You Sure
  3. - Lazy River
  4. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
  5. - Theme For A Dream

March 29, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 29, 1961 was I Pity The Fool by Bobby Bland, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 27th and April 2nd.

March 29, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 29, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 27th and April 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Pity The Fool
  2. - Dedicated To The One I Love
  3. - All In My Mind
  4. - Pony Time
  5. - For My Baby

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March 29, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 29, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Scream of Fear

Scream of Fear

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Seth Holt

Starring: Susan Strasberg, Ann Todd, Ronald Lewis, Christopher Lee

One-Eyed Jacks

One-Eyed Jacks

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Marlon Brando

Starring: Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Pina Pellicer, Katy Jurado

Country: United States of America

Underworld U.S.A.

Underworld U.S.A.

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Samuel Fuller

Starring: Cliff Robertson, Dolores Dorn, Beatrice Kay, Paul Dubov

The Assassin

The Assassin

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Elio Petri

Starring: Marcello Mastroianni, Micheline Presle, Cristina Gaioni, Salvo Randone

Spotlight on a Murderer

Spotlight on a Murderer

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Georges Franju

Starring: Pierre Brasseur, Pascale Audret, Marianne Koch, Jean-Louis Trintignant

March 29, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 29, 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:

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

The Avengers

The Avengers

Release year: 1960

Written by:

Directed by: Jeremiah Chechik

Starring: Patrick Macnee

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

March 29, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 29, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Burnt-Out Case by Graham Greene

A Burnt-Out Case

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Querry, the world-famous architect is suffering from a horrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds joy in life or meaning in art.

Decision At Delphi by Helen MacInnes

Decision At Delphi

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It was just another routine overseas assignment. This is what Ken Strang, a young architect from New York, thought when he was sent to Europe by a national travel magazine to draw the ruins of Greece.

Resistance, Rebellion, And Death by Albert Camus

Resistance, Rebellion, And Death

By:

Albert Camus stated that writers cannot serve today's historians in the speech he delivered upon receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature 1957.

The Waste Makers by Vance Packard

The Waste Makers

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The Waste Makers is Vance Packard’s 1960 pioneering work about how rapid growth can lead to "the systematic attempt by business to make us wasteful and debt-ridden, permanently unhappy individuals."

Advise And Consent by Allen Drury

Advise And Consent

By:

Advice and Consent

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Who was the US President on March 29, 1961?

On March 29, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 29, 1961?

On March 29, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 29, 1961?

On March 29, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about March 29th?

March 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of March. 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 March 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - After cyclone idai's devastation, the number of cholera-infected people in mozambique jumped to 139.
  • 2018 - 2016 berlin attack: five tunisians arrested by italian police for links to anis amri. this tunisian was responsible for the terror attack on december 16, 2016.
  • 2017 - Turkish military intervention in syria: the turkish prime minister binali yildirim announces the end of opera euphrates shield. it was an international military operation against isil. he added: "any operation that follows this one will be called something else." (deutsche welle),

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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 March 1961?

March 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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