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February 18, 1962 was the 49th day of the year 1962, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is February 18, 1962 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 18, 1962, who was born and died on February 18, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 18, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Duke Of Earl by Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler)), movies (e.g. Walk on the Wild Side, directed by Edward Dmytryk), TV series (e.g. Benny Hill) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 18th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 18, 1962?
- February 18, 1962: What happened on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 18, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 18, 1962?
- February 18, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 18, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
- February 18, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- February 18, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 18, 1962?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 18, 1962?
- Who was the Pope on February 18, 1962?
What day of the week was February 18, 1962?
February 18, 1962 was a Sunday and it was the 49th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 18, 1962 can also be written as 2/18/1962 in the US and as 18/2/1962 in UK and Europe.
February 18, 1962: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 18, 1962:
- Louise suggs wins lpga saint petersburg golf open.
- France and algerian muslims negotiate truce to end seven-year war.
February 18, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.
Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius 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 18, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 18th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 18, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 18, 1962 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 1962 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 18, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:52 pm and setting at 06:52 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 20, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Feb 19, 1962.
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Who was born on February 18, 1962?
Famous people born on February 18, 1962:
- Discovery of Pluto
Discovery of pluto is a historic event in astronomy, marking the identification of the ninth planet in our solar system.
- Tujuana Garcia
Tujuana Garcia is a respected politician who has served in various government positions and advocated for the rights of underrepresented...
- Marianne James
She is a french stage actress, singer, and songwriter, of italian descent.
- Dewell Chambers
Dewell Chambers is a contemporary American poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Julie Strain
Julie strain is an american actress and model known for her work in b-movies and erotic films.
- Simon Fletcher
Nfl linebacker (denver broncos).
- Moe Lemay
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Gary Reasons
Nfl linebacker (new york giants).
- Julie Strain in Concord
California, usa; actress ("witchcraft iv").
- Tommaso Labranca
- Scott Kalitta
- Giovanni Gorno Tempini
- Ryoji Isaoka
- Lorenzo Majnoni
- Tom Sluby
- Ray Smith
- Josh Thompson
- Sulo Vaattovaara
Whose famous birthday is on February 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 18th:
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Cybill ShepherdAmerican actress.
![John Travolta]()
John TravoltaAmerican actor who rose to fame as vinnie barbarino, a tv and stage star.
![Cressida Bonas]()
Cressida BonasCressida bonas is a british actress known for her roles in films and tv shows such as 'tulip fever' and 'doctor thorne'.
![John Hughes]()
John HughesJohn hughes was an american film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for creating iconic 1980s teen films such as the breakfast...
![Matt Dillon]()
Matt DillonAmerican actor, who made his film debut in 1978 as a teenager with "over the edge," followed by "my bodyguard", and "little darlings".
![Molly Ringwald]()
Molly RingwaldAmerican singer and actress.
![George Kennedy]()
George KennedyGeorge kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.
![Jack Palance]()
Jack PalanceJack palance was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as city slickers and shane.
![Milos Forman]()
Milos FormanCzech / us director (cuckoos nest, amadeus).
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February 18, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 62 years 2 months old,
or 746 months and 2 days old,
or 3243 weeks and 6 days old,
or 22707 days old,
if you were born on February 18, 1962.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 18, 1962?
There are 304 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 18th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 1962?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 18, 1962.
February 18, 1962: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 18, 1962:
- Amleto Sartori
- Erik Granfelt
- Stefan Sudrich
What famous deaths happened on February 18th?
Famous deaths on February 18th:
![Gale Robbins]()
Gale RobbinsChicago, illinois -- actress (fuller brush girl, mr hex).
![Andy Devine]()
Andy DevineAmerican actor and singer (d. 1977).
![Maggie McNamara]()
Maggie McNamaraActress (3 coins in the fountain, cardinal), died at 49.
- Dantonio Michelangelo
Dantonio Michelangelo was an Italian Renaissance artist known for his sculptures, paintings, and architectural works, including the Sistine...
- Mikle Angelo
Renowned Italian painter and sculptor of the Renaissance period.
- Galileah Michelangelo
Michelangelo was a renowned Italian Renaissance artist who is considered one of the greatest sculptors, painters, architects, and poets of...
- Jaicion Wong
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Smaran Das
Noted physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Taimur Lang
Taimur Lang was a Central Asian conqueror who founded the Timurid Empire.
- Maycol Angelo
Renowned Renaissance artist, considered one of the greatest sculptors of all time.
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February 18, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 18, 1962:
- Independence Day in The Gambia (1965)
February 18, 1962: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 18, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 12th and February 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 18, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler), according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.
February 18, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 18, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler) - Duke Of Earl
- Joey Dee & the Starliters - Peppermint Twist - Part 1
- Chubby Checker - The Twist
- Sue Thompson - Norman
- Dion - The Wanderer
February 18, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.
February 18, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 18, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard - The Young Ones
- Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby
- Chubby Checker - Let's Twist Again
- Eden Kane - Forget Me Not
- Leroy Van Dyke - Walk On By
February 18, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 18, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Gene Chandler, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.
February 18, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 18, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Gene Chandler - Duke Of Earl
- Barbara George - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - Lost Someone
- Chubby Checker - The Twist
- The Shirelles - Baby It's You
February 18, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 18, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Walk on the Wild Side
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Edward Dmytryk
Starring: Laurence Harvey, Capucine, Jane Fonda, Anne Baxter
Country: United States of America
Damn the Defiant!
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Lewis Gilbert
Starring: Alec Guinness, Dirk Bogarde, Maurice Denham, Nigel Stock
The Beachcomber
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Erich Pommer
Starring: Charles Laughton, Elsa Lanchester, Robert Newton, Tyrone Guthrie
All Night Long
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Basil Dearden
Starring: Patrick McGoohan, Keith Michell, Betsy Blair, Paul Harris
Light in the Piazza
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Guy Green
Starring: Olivia de Havilland, George Hamilton, Yvette Mimieux, Rossano Brazzi
February 18, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 18, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Benny Hill
Release year: 1962
Starring: Benny Hill, Graham Stark
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Space Angel
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Dick Darley
On the Road
Release year: 1962
Directed by: Walter Salles
Bonsoir
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Jean-Pierre Mocky
La grande farandole
Release year: 1961
February 18, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 18, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Last Plantagenets
By: Thomas B. Costain
The developments that characterized England's reigns as monarchs, from Richard II through Henry VII are detailed
A Dance To The Music Of Time
By: Anthony Powell
Anthony Powell's widely acclaimed epic is a four-volume overview of London in the 20th century. Time calls A Dance "brilliant literary comedy and a brilliant sketch for the times,"
Captain Newman, M.D.
By: Leo Calvin Rosten
Captain Newman M.D. Captain Newman, M.D. invites you to do rounds on the ward at an Army psychiatric Hospital where wounded veterans have lost touch and forgotten about civilian life.
February 18, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on February 18, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Spacewar!
Who was the US President on February 18, 1962?
On February 18, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 18, 1962?
On February 18, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 18, 1962?
On February 18, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about February 18th?
February 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2019 - Kashmir conflict: two jaish-e-mohammed militants and one civilian were killed in a skirmish that took place in pulwama, indian-administered kashmir. police are searching for the suspects in thursday’s suicide attack which claimed 40 lives of paramilitary police officers.
- 2018 - 2018 kizlyar church shooting. a gunman shoots and kills five people at a kizlyar, dagestan (russia) church. later, he was shot and killed by police.
- 2017 - 2017 leuven train derailment: a passenger train that derailed near leuven in belgium killed one person and injured 20 others.
What happened in 1962?
1962 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
- 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
- Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome
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What was the calendar for February 1962?
February 1962 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.
