Sunday July 02, 1961: on this day

July 02, 1961 was the 183rd day of the year 1961, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is July 02, 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 July 02, 1961, who was born and died on July 02, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 02, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Quarter To Three by Gary U.S. Bonds), movies (e.g. A Woman Is a Woman, directed by Jean-Luc Godard), TV series (e.g. The Younger Generation) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 2nd, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 02, 1961?


July 02, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 183rd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 02, 1961 can also be written as 7/2/1961 in the US and as 2/7/1961 in UK and Europe.

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July 02, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 02, 1961:

  • Maris hits 29th and 30th en route to 61 homers
  • Writer ernest hemingway shoots himself to death in ketchum, idaho, usa.

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July 02, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 2nd is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 02, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 02, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on July 2nd, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 02, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 02, 1961 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 02, 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 July 02, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 66% full, rising at 11:06 pm and setting at 11:25 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 28, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jul 27, 1961.

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Who was born on July 02, 1961?


Famous people born on July 02, 1961:

  • Samy Naceri
    Samy Naceri

    Samy naceri is a french actor known for his role in the film 'taxi' and for his legal troubles.

  • Alba Parietti
    Alba Parietti

    Torino, italy -- actress.

  • Ovadia Becker

    Renowned sculptor specializing in abstract forms.

  • Clark Kellogg

    American basketball player and sportscaster.

  • Frédéric Talgorn

    Frédéric talgorn is a french composer known for his work in film and television, including scoring the film 'fortress'.

  • Fabrice Hyber

    Contemporary French artist known for his diverse and innovative works across various mediums.

  • Akilah Oliver

    Akilah Oliver was a renowned poet known for her experimental and innovative works.

  • Lori Singer

    Lori Singer is a mathematician known for her contributions to the field of number theory.

  • Angela Braly

    Businesswoman.

  • Michael Lindsay

    American voice actor.

  • Matt Preston

    Journalist.

  • Carl Lewis

    Athlete.

  • Kalpana Chawla

    Astronaut.

  • Princess Diana

    Royalty.

  • Pat Dufficy

    Westerly (rhode island) -- female catcher (colo silver bullets).

  • Jimmy McNichol in Los Angeles

    California, usa; actor (fitzpatricks, california fever).

  • Jon Sundvold

    American basketball player, he was a pro from 1983 to 1992.

Whose famous birthday is on July 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 2nd:

  • Lindsay Lohan
    Lindsay Lohan

    American actress, singer-songwriter, model, director, and producer.

  • Alex Morgan
    Alex Morgan

    Alex morgan is a professional soccer player known for her success with the united states women's national soccer team and her club teams, as...

  • Ashley Tisdale
    Ashley Tisdale

    Ashley tisdale is an american singer and actress known for her roles in the high school musical series and her music career.

  • Margot Robbie
    Margot Robbie

    Margot robbie is an australian actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the wolf of wall street' and 'suicide squad'.

  • Charles Laughton
    Charles Laughton

    Charles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...

  • Line Renaud
    Line Renaud

    French star with legendary successes in every aspect of show business.

  • Larry David
    Larry David

    Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (fridays) / writer (seinfeld).

  • Michelle Branch
    Michelle Branch

    American singer (the wreckers).

  • Kathryn Erbe
    Kathryn Erbe

    American actress, best known for her role in det.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

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July 02, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years 9 months old,

or 753 months and 18 days old,

or 3276 weeks and 6 days old,

or 22938 days old,

if you were born on July 02, 1961.

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 July 02, 1961?

There are 73 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 02, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 02, 1961.

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July 02, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 02, 1961:

  • Mayjor Hemingway

    Iconic writer known for his impactful prose and storytelling.

  • Der Hemingway

    Der Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist known for his minimalist writing style and exploration of themes such as masculinity...

  • Remingtyn Hemingway

    Remingtyn Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, considered one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.

  • Berklie Hemingway

    Berklie Hemingway was an American novelist, short story writer, and journalist who is considered one of the most influential writers of the...

  • Ernest Hemingway

    American novelist, short story writer, and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and influential works such as 'The Old Man and...

  • Elmond Hemingway

    Elmond Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and influential works.

  • Keiston Hemingway

    Keiston Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and influential works such as 'The Sun...

  • Zackrey Hemingway

    Zackrey Hemingway was a celebrated American novelist and journalist who is known for his minimalist writing style and his exploration of...

  • Rigley Hemingway

    Rigley Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and exploration of themes of masculinity...

  • Lawsen Hemingway

    Lawsen Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and iconic works such as 'The Sun Also...

  • Kenzly Hemingway

    Kenzly Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and influential works that explored themes...

  • Garrell Hemingway

    Garrell Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and iconic works such as 'The Sun Also...

  • Greycen Hemingway

    Greycen Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and exploration of themes of masculinity.

  • Rayman Hemingway

    Rayman Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, renowned for his minimalist writing style and iconic works like 'The Old Man and...

  • Joseff Hemingway

    Iconic American novelist and short story writer.

  • Kenedee Hemingway

    Kenedee Hemingway was an American novelist and journalist, considered one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.

What famous deaths happened on July 2nd?

Famous deaths on July 2nd:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Betty Grable
    Betty Grable

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Lee Remick
    Lee Remick

    Actress (days of wine & roses), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 55.

  • Beverly Sills
    Beverly Sills

    American singer.

  • Fred Gwynne
    Fred Gwynne

    American comedian and actor (born 1926).

  • Elizabeth Spriggs
    Elizabeth Spriggs

    English actress and screenwriter (b. 1929).

  • Jan Murray
    Jan Murray

    Bronx, new york -- comedian - (treasure hunt: who killed teddy bear?.

  • Frances Howard
    Frances Howard

    Actress (swan and shock punch), died at 73.

  • Chayson Hemingway

    Chayson Hemingway was an American novelist, short story writer, and journalist, known for his minimalist writing style and influential works...

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July 02, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 02, 1961:

  • Feast Day of St. John Regis
  • Originally, in the Roman Catholic Church, the Feast of the Visitation was celebrated on this day, although it has since been transferred to May 31
  • Palio di Provenzano in Siena, Italy
  • Canada Day. Under the Holidays Act, Canada Day is always observed on July 1 unless that date falls on a Sunday, in which case it is observed on July 2.
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July 02, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 02, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 26th and July 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 02, 1961 was Quarter To Three by Gary U.S. Bonds, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

July 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Quarter To Three
  2. - Raindrops
  3. - Moody River
  4. - Tossin' And Turnin'
  5. - Travelin' Man

July 02, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 02, 1961 was Runaway by Del Shannon, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

July 02, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Runaway
  2. - Temptation
  3. - Hello Mary Lou / Travelin' Man
  4. - Well I Ask You
  5. - Halfway To Paradise

July 02, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 02, 1961 was Every Beat Of My Heart by Pips, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

July 02, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 02, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Every Beat Of My Heart
  2. - Tossin' And Turnin'
  3. - Stand By Me
  4. - I Don't Mind
  5. - Raindrops

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July 02, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 02, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

A Woman Is a Woman

A Woman Is a Woman

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Jean-Luc Godard

Starring: Anna Karina, Jean-Claude Brialy, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Henri Attal

Country: United States of America

Striped Trip

Striped Trip

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Vladimir Fetin

Starring: Aleksey Gribov, Ivan Dmitriev, Margarita Nazarova, Evgeniy Leonov

Fanny

Fanny

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Joshua Logan

Starring: Leslie Caron, Maurice Chevalier, Charles Boyer, Horst Buchholz

Flame in the Streets

Flame in the Streets

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Roy Ward Baker

Starring: John Mills, Sylvia Syms, Brenda de Banzie, Earl Cameron

The Colossus of Rhodes

The Colossus of Rhodes

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Sergio Leone

Starring: Rory Calhoun, Lea Massari, Georges Marchal, Conrado San Martín

July 02, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 02, 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 Younger Generation

The Younger Generation

Release year: 1961

St. Pauli - Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli - Landungsbrücken

Release year: 1961

Whispering Smith

Whispering Smith

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Leslie Fenton

Spotlight

Spotlight

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Rob Roy

Rob Roy

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Michael Caton-Jones

July 02, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 02, 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

By:

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

Ring Of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell

Ring Of Bright Water

By:

The story of Gavin Maxwell and his life with otters off the west coast of Scotland was hailed as a masterpiece in 1960. It remains one of the most beloved books.

Don'T Tell Alfred by Nancy Mitford

Don'T Tell Alfred

By:

Fanny, the quiet observant narrator of Nancy Mitford’s two most famous novels, takes center stage in this hilarious comedy. Fanny Wincham was last seen as a young girl in The Pursuit of Love and Love.

Russia And The West Under Lenin And Stalin by George F. Kennan

Russia And The West Under Lenin And Stalin

By:

George F. Kennan – Russia and the West under Lenin, Stalin Rossiia i Zapad pri Lenine i Staline Na Angliiskom Iazyke Publisher: . Year: 1962.

The Last Of The Just by Andre Schwarz-Bart

The Last Of The Just

By:

Andre Schwarz-Bart's The Last of the Just was published in 16 languages and won the prestigious Prix Goncourt. It is widely considered the greatest Holocaust novel.

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Who was the US President on July 02, 1961?

On July 02, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 02, 1961?

On July 02, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 02, 1961?

On July 02, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about July 2nd?

July 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of July. 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 July 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs and gunmen were used by islamist militants to attack the niger armed forces base in inates, close to the border with mali. they killed 18 soldiers. they also kidnapped four nigerien soldiers, and stole dozens more vehicles.
  • 2018 - Crossing the ditch. scott donaldson, a new zealander, becomes the first solo kayaker who successfully crosses the tasman sea. after 62 days at sea, donaldson landed at ngamotu beach in new plymouth at 8.44 pm local time (08.44 utc).
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attack damascus killing at least 21 and injuring 12 more.

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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 July 1961?

July 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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 July 1961 calendar looked like.

Sunday July 2, 1961