Saturday January 01, 1966: on this day

January 01, 1966 was the 1st day of the year 1966, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is January 01, 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 January 01, 1966, who was born and died on January 01, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'm A Believer by The Monkees), movies (e.g. The Tale of Tsar Saltan, directed by Aleksandr Ptushko), TV series (e.g. George And The Dragon) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 1966?


January 01, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 1st day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1966 can also be written as 1/1/1966 in the US and as 1/1/1966 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1966 in January 1966 calendar

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January 01, 1966: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 1966:

  • 12 day transit worker strike shuts down nyc subway
  • All us cigarette packs have to carry "caution cigarette smoking may be hazardous to your health".
  • The aladdin hotel opens in las vegas, with 15-story high aladdin's lamp.
  • A twelve-day new york city transit strike begins.
  • After a coup, colonel jean-bedel bokassa assumes power as president of the central african republic.

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January 01, 1966: 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, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 1966 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 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 January 01, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 12:37 pm and setting at 02:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1965 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1966.

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Who was born on January 01, 1966?


Famous people born on January 01, 1966:

  • Hameed Mir

    Hameed Mir is a prominent Pakistani journalist and the host of the popular current affairs program 'Capital Talk' on Geo News.

  • Rett

    Identified Rett syndrome, a rare genetic neurological disorder.

  • Tsering Chönden

    Renowned mountaineer known for scaling high peaks.

  • Moataz Al Khayyat

    Co-founder of the Americana Group, one of the largest food companies in the Middle East.

  • Hilal Koc

    Turkish businesswoman known for her role in the Koc Group conglomerate.

  • Rehman Rashid

    Renowned journalist known for his insightful reporting on political and social issues.

  • Michi Henning

    Co-author of CORBA and DDS specifications.

  • Tanai Desai

    Indian-American author known for her novels exploring themes of immigration and identity.

  • Charlis LeDuff

    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author known for his in-depth reporting on social issues.

  • Mikita Brottman

    Renowned criminologist and author.

  • Hilery Koplow-McAdams

    Former President of Salesforce.

  • Marg Franklin

    President and CEO of the CFA Institute.

  • Thersea Marteau

    Renowned geneticist known for her work on the impact of genetic mutations on human health.

  • Sajjad Gani Lone

    Kashmiri politician and former Minister of State for Science and Technology.

  • Heike Hofmann

    Known for her contributions to the field of data visualization.

  • Samvel Aleksanyan

    Samvel Aleksanyan is an Armenian businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Yerevan City supermarket chain and is one of the wealthiest...

  • Erdem Basci

    Former Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey.

  • Rim Türkmani

    Syrian politician and member of the Syrian Democratic Council.

  • Kiril Domuschiev

    Kiril Domuschiev is a Bulgarian entrepreneur and investor who co-founded Advance Properties, a real estate investment company.

  • Spyros Papapetros

    Noted art historian specializing in modern architecture and design.

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, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 58 years 2 months old,

or 698 months and 27 days old,

or 3038 weeks and 5 days old,

or 21271 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 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 January 01, 1966?

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, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 01, 1966.

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January 01, 1966: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 1966:

  • Nechemia Levitzky

    Served as a member of the Israeli Knesset.

  • Holbert S. Streeter

    American author known for his works on American literature.

  • Wenzel Neu

    Austrian painter known for his landscapes.

  • Nicolae Dobrescu

    Romanian mathematician who made contributions to the field of functional analysis.

  • Vincent Auriol

    French lawyer, writer and politician.

  • Etta Palm d'Aelders

    Dutch feminist and politician known for her advocacy for women's rights.

  • Yule Kemal

    Yule Kemal was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social reform in his country.

  • Tacoma Narrows

    Known for the Tacoma Narrows Bridge engineering failure.

  • Hattie B. Gooding

    Pioneering African American entrepreneur known for her successful business ventures in the early 20th century.

  • Merryn Allingham

    Popular mystery writer known for her detective novels.

  • Birger Lindberg

    Pioneering botanist known for his research on plant taxonomy and morphology.

  • Isaid Ali

    Renowned author known for his impactful storytelling.

  • Larz Bourne

    American author known for his novels and short stories.

  • Baker Brownell

    American chemist known for his work on the chemistry of coal and petroleum.

  • Beulah Ream Allen

    Founder of Beulah Ream Allen School of Speech and Dramatic Art.

  • Catlin Gabel

    American educator known for founding the Catlin Gabel School in Oregon.

  • Elisha Scott

    Elisha Scott was an American politician known for his contributions to public service.

  • Marland Mann

    Renowned chemist known for his work on the chemistry of coal and petroleum.

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).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

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

  • 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".

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 1st

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January 01, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 1966: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 01, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 27th and January 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 01, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1966 was I'm A Believer by The Monkees, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

January 01, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 01, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'm A Believer
  2. - Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron
  3. - Winchester Cathedral
  4. - That's Life
  5. - Sugar Town

January 01, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 01, 1966 was I'm A Believer by The Monkees, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

January 01, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 01, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'm A Believer
  2. - Green Green Grass Of Home
  3. - Happy Jack
  4. - Morningtown Ride
  5. - Sunshine Superman

January 01, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1966 was (I Know) I'm Losing You by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

January 01, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 01, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - (I Know) I'm Losing You
  2. - Tell It Like It Is
  3. - You Keep Me Hangin' On
  4. - I Fooled You This Time
  5. - A Place In The Sun

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January 01, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Tale of Tsar Saltan

The Tale of Tsar Saltan

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Aleksandr Ptushko

Starring: Vladimir Andreyev, Larisa Golubkina, Oleg Vidov, Kseniya Ryabinkina

Arizona Colt

Arizona Colt

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Michele Lupo

Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy

Country: Italy

Requiescant

Requiescant

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Carlo Lizzani

Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini

Country: Italy

Johnny Yuma

Johnny Yuma

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin

Country: Italy

Andrei Rublev

Andrei Rublev

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Andrei Tarkovsky

Starring: Anatoliy Solonitsyn, Ivan Lapikov, Nikolay Grinko, Nikolay Sergeev

Country: United States of America

January 01, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 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:

George and the Dragon

George and the Dragon

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Tom Reeve

Leo the Lion

Leo the Lion

Release year: 1966

Written by:

Directed by: Mario Cambi

Country: Japan

Star Trek

Star Trek

Release year: 1966

Written by:

Starring: Leonard Nimoy, William Shatner, DeForest Kelley, Nichelle Nichols

Country: United States of America

The Green Hornet

The Green Hornet

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Michel Gondry

Chain Letter

Chain Letter

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Deon Taylor

January 01, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 01, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

With Kennedy by Pierre Salinger

With Kennedy

By:

Pierre Salinger provides a warm and expert perspective on the creation and forging the New Frontier, as well as the incredible complexities and pressures of being press secretary.

Games People Play by Eric Berne

Games People Play

By:

Although we think we are relating to others, in reality we are all playing games.

All In The Family by Edwin O'Connor

All In The Family

By:

Hardcover: 434 Pages Publisher: Little, Brown & Co., Book Club (BCE/BOMC edition) (1966). Language: English ASIN: B003026EMS Product Dimensions: 9.1x6.6x1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6

The Mask Of Apollo by Mary Renault

The Mask Of Apollo

By:

It was set in the fourth century B.C. The Mask of Apollo was set in fourth-century B.C.

The Birds Fall Down by Rebecca West

The Birds Fall Down

By:

No dust jacket. Binding loose and torn. Book sticker on the front cover. Ex-library. In fair condition.

history

Who was the US President on January 01, 1966?

On January 01, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 1966?

On January 01, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 1966?

On January 01, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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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 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 January 1966?

January 1966 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 1966 calendar looked like.

Saturday January 1, 1966