Friday January 01, 1960: on this day

January 01, 1960 was the 1st day of the year 1960, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 01, 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 January 01, 1960, who was born and died on January 01, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 1960, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. The Avengers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 1960?


January 01, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 1st day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1960 can also be written as 1/1/1960 in the US and as 1/1/1960 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1960 in January 1960 calendar

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January 01, 1960: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 1960:

  • Us census at 179,245,000
  • The republic of cameroon achieves independence from france and the united kingdom of great britain and northern ireland.
  • Montserrat adopts constitution.
  • Johnny cash plays his first free concert for inmates, at a show at san quentin prison in california.
  • Bank of france issues new franc, worth 20 cents.
  • Cameroon gains its independence from french-administered u.n. trusteeship.
  • Cameroon achieves independence from france and the united kingdom.

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January 01, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 1960 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 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 January 01, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 09:19 am and setting at 09:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1960.

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Who was born on January 01, 1960?


Famous people born on January 01, 1960:

  • Lika Kavzharadze
    Lika Kavzharadze

    Renowned Georgian actress known for her versatile performances.

  • Kerly Walcott

    Legendary track and field athlete with multiple records.

  • Rambo

    Legendary boxer known for his powerful punches and aggressive fighting style.

  • Sadik Kwaish Alfraji

    Internationally acclaimed visual artist known for his unique style and themes.

  • Naven Johnson

    Talented track and field athlete who set multiple world records.

  • Harith Alani

    Renowned for his work in artificial intelligence and data mining.

  • Mounir Zok

    Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence research.

  • Sadik Alfraji

    Renowned visual artist known for his powerful and thought-provoking works.

  • Safiatou

    Prominent female politician in West Africa.

  • Sayeed Choudhury

    Renowned for contributions to data management and digital libraries.

  • Nolton Young

    American basketball player known for his skills on the court and contributions to the sport.

  • Byford

    Renowned bassist for a famous rock band.

  • Stein Shakarchi

    Co-author of the influential textbook 'Introduction to Algorithms'.

  • Chairty

    Prominent activist for social justice causes.

  • Mory Kane

    Successful entrepreneur known for founding multiple businesses.

  • Jatia

    Successful entrepreneur known for her philanthropic work.

  • Batu Cemal

    Renowned Turkish journalist and author.

  • Shalva Natelashvili

    Successful Georgian businessman and politician.

  • Abass

    Prominent politician known for his advocacy for social justice.

  • Tarshia

    Renowned author known for her impactful novels on social issues.

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

  • Jonas Armstrong
    Jonas Armstrong

    An english actor of irish descent, he is best known for his appearances in television in the united kingdom.

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January 01, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 64 years 2 months old,

or 770 months and 27 days old,

or 3351 weeks and 6 days old,

or 23463 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 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 January 01, 1960?

There are 279 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 01, 1960.

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January 01, 1960: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 1960:

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Georgenia Fullerton

    Renowned American painter known for her vibrant landscapes.

  • Jigar Moradabadi

    Renowned Urdu poet known for his ghazals and nazms.

  • Adelma Vay

    Renowned botanist known for her work in plant genetics.

  • Aurilla Colvin

    American suffragist and politician.

  • Floyed A. Wilcox

    Founder of Wilcox Oil Company.

  • Bassheva Eibschutz

    Renowned mathematician known for her contributions to number theory.

  • Delancey Parkhurst

    American politician who served as the Mayor of Boston.

  • Xiong Qinglai

    A Chinese poet known for his lyrical and introspective poems that explored themes of nature and human emotion.

  • Oakes Ladd

    Oakes Ladd was an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Ladd Furniture Company, a successful furniture manufacturing...

  • Annai Poopathi

    Annai Poopathi was a social reformer in Tamil Nadu who worked towards the empowerment of women and the eradication of caste-based...

  • Wilbur Stokes

    Invented the Stokes Trap, a device used to capture insects for scientific study.

  • Chalon Rousseau

    Chalon Rousseau was a French composer known for his orchestral and chamber music works.

  • Leavy Leavitt

    Leavy Leavitt was an American baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball as an outfielder.

  • Othal Hawkins

    Othal Hawkins was an American educator and administrator who served as the president of Tuskegee University.

  • Maley Duff

    Maley Duff was an American professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball during the early 20th century.

  • Antoinette Montaigne

    Antoinette Montaigne was a French sculptor known for her public monuments and statues.

  • Hilding Nordström

    Hilding Nordström was a Swedish journalist and author who worked for the newspaper Svenska Dagbladet.

  • Arty McGovern

    Arty McGovern was an American professional boxer who competed in the early 20th century.

  • Yoshiye Kawashima

    Yoshiye Kawashima was a Japanese politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Bruce Norris
    Bruce Norris

    American hockey executive (detroit red wings).

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January 01, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

La notte

La notte

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni

Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki

Country: United States of America

The Marriage-Go-Round

The Marriage-Go-Round

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Walter Lang

Starring: Susan Hayward, James Mason, Julie Newmar, Robert Paige

Where the Boys Are

Where the Boys Are

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Henry Levin

Starring: Dolores Hart, George Hamilton, Yvette Mimieux, Jim Hutton

Country: United States of America

The Wackiest Ship in the Army

The Wackiest Ship in the Army

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Richard Murphy

Starring: Jack Lemmon, Ricky Nelson, John Lund, Chips Rafferty

Five Guns to Tombstone

Five Guns to Tombstone

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Edward L. Cahn

Starring: James Brown, John Wilder, Walter Coy, Robert Karnes

January 01, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 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:

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

Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Mira Nair

Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Christophe Gans

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

No Man's Island

No Man's Island

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Ferenc Török

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Who was the US President on January 01, 1960?

On January 01, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 1960?

On January 01, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 1960?

On January 01, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about January 1st?

January 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of January. 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 January 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

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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 January 1960?

January 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1960 calendar looked like.

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