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July 26, 1961

July 26, 1961, was a Wednesday. It was the 207th day of 1961. The decade was the swinging sixties.

62 years, 8 months, and 2 days have passed since July 26, 1961.

The zodiac star sign for this date is Leo.

Song charts

Popular songs

On July 26, 1961, the following songs were at the top of the music charts in the USA and the UK:

  • United States: "Tossin' And Turnin'" by Bobby Lewis
  • United Kingdom: "Temptation" by The Everly Brothers

The music charts on July 26, 1961

The following songs were dominating the Billboard Hot 100 chart:

  • Tossin' And Turnin' - Bobby Lewis
  • The Boll Weevil Song - Brook Benton
  • Quarter To Three - U.S. Bonds
  • Yellow Bird - Arthur Lyman Group
  • I Like It Like That, Part 1 - Chris Kenner
Play the top songs from 1961
A Spotify playlist of songs from the year 1961. Take a trip back to the days of Elvis Presley, Cliff Richard & The Shadows, The Shirelles, Chubby Checker, Ray Charles and Helen Shapiro.
Fanny

Top movie

The top movie on this day was "Fanny".

Facts

This date was 22,891 days ago. Approximately 763 months have passed. It was the 207th day of 1961, in week 30. The decade was the swinging sixties. People born on this day are currently 62 years old and belong to the Baby Boomer generation. 254 seasons of weather have come and gone since then.

Take me back to July 26, 1961

Let's go back to the swinging sixties.

It is Wednesday, July 26, 1961. Babies who are born today will have the star sign Leo. It is "Hump Day", so many are beginning to think about the weekend ahead.

The summer of 1961 is in full swing. The weather is warm, and the evenings are brighter than usual. Most schools and colleges are now finished until August or September. In America, the song "Tossin' And Turnin'" by Bobby Lewis is at the top of the singles charts, while "Temptation" by The Everly Brothers is the number-one song in the UK. John Fitzgerald Kennedy is the President of the United States, and the movie Fanny is at the top of the box office.

Harold Macmillan is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Tailfins on cars are extremely popular at the moment. The design looks futuristic, almost like a rocket or the twin rudders on the back of an airplane. In fashion, many of the trends from the late 1950s are still popular. Women are wearing tailored skirts, short boxy jackets and shift dresses. Trousers are also becoming popular amongst women. Meanwhile, men are wearing polo shirts, argyle socks, sweater vests, loafers and harrington jackets.

Because it's 1961, radio stations are playing hit songs from artists such as Bert Kaempfert, Chubby Checker, Elvis Presley, Del Shannon, Bobby Lewis and Jimmy Dean. If you were to travel back to this day, notable figures such as Ernie Kovacs and Marilyn Monroe would be still alive. On TV, people are watching popular shows such as "Gunsmoke", "Have Gun - Will Travel", "77 Sunset Strip", and "Route 66".

Children and teenagers are watching television shows such as "Captain Kangaroo", "Captain Pugwash", "The Flintstones", and "Davey and Goliath". Popular toys at the moment include BAS-KET Miniature Basketball, Fisher Price Little People, Barbie, and Ken (doll).

News

News, nostalgia, and fads

These are news stories, trending topics, and fads that were popular on July 26, 1961.

  • The USA is escalating its involvement in the Vietnam War.

    The USA is escalating its involvement in the Vietnam War

    The United States was slowly escalating its involvement in the Vietnam War. In May 1961, President John F. Kennedy ordered helicopters and 400 Green Berets into South Vietnam. Covert operations against the communist forces in the north were also authorized. By 1963, the number of US military personnel in the country had grown to 10,000.
  • Who were the best NBA players in 1961?

    Who were the best NBA players in 1961?

    In 1961, the best NBA players were Bill Russell, Elgin Baylor, Wilt Chamberlain, Bob Pettit, Bob Cousy and Oscar Robertson.
  • Who were the best football players?

    Who were the best football players?

    In 1961, the best soccer players were Pelé, Omar Sívori, Luis Suárez, Johnny Haynes, Lev Yashin, Ferenc Puskás, Alfredo Di Stéfano, Uwe Seeler and John Charles.
  • West Side Story.

    West Side Story

    The film "West Side Story" won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1961.
  • Henry Mancini - "Moon River"

    Henry Mancini - "Moon River"

    The song "Moon River" by Henry Mancini won a Grammy for 1961's Song of the Year.
  • 1961 in music.

    1961 in music

    The Billboard Charts in 1961 were dominated by the likes of Elvis Presley, Bobby Lewis, Jimmy Dean, Ricky Nelson, The Marcels, Del Shannon, Bobby Vee, Ray Charles and Bert Kaempfert.
  • 1961 in movies.

    1961 in movies

    Movies released in 1961 included West Side Story, The Guns of Navarone, El Cid, The Absent-Minded Professor, The Parent Trap, La Dolce Vita, Lover Come Back, King of Kings, One Hundred and One Dalmatians, Splendor in the Grass, Breakfast at Tiffany's and The Hustler.
  • John F. Kennedy.

    John F. Kennedy

    US President John F. Kennedy was named Time Person of the Year in 1961.
  • Rotary phones.

    Rotary phones

    Rotary phones were still the most common type of landline phone. Although push-button telephones did begin to appear at the end of 1963, they were relatively uncommon.
  • Tailfins on cars.

    Tailfins on cars

    Tailfins on cars were a popular style around this time. The design looked futuristic, almost like the twin rudders on the back of an airplane.
  • Greasers.

    Greasers

    A youth subculture called "greasers" emerged during the 1950s and early 1960s. The style included greased-back hairstyles, work pants, and denim or leather jackets.
  • The Jukebox.

    The Jukebox

    The jukebox was at the height of its popularity. Teenagers and young adults would often hang out at local restaurants and diners and listen to the latest songs.

Personality traits

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Events

What happened around this time?

Notable events that happened close to July 26, 1961.

  • July 2, 1961: American novelist Ernest Hemingway commits suicide at the age of 61.
  • July 8, 1961: 108 people are killed by a mine explosion in Czechoslovakia.
  • July 12, 1961: 72 people lose their lives after ČSA Flight 511 crashes near Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco.
  • July 19, 1961: Bizerte crisis: Tunisia attempts to force an evacuation of the French naval base at Bizerte by imposing a blockade on it.
  • July 23, 1961: French forces retake the port town of Bizerte following a blockade by Tunisian forces.
  • This date: July 26, 1961
  • August 9, 1961: The romantic comedy film "Come September" starts showing at movie theaters.
  • August 13, 1961: Construction of the Berlin Wall begins.
  • August 16, 1961: Roy Orbison releases his song "Crying".
  • August 21, 1961:
    • The song "Please Mr. Postman" is released by The Marvelettes.
    • Western musician and TV personality Spade Cooley is found guilty of the murder of his wife Ella Mae.
  • August 22, 1961: German nurse Ida Siekmann becomes the first person to die at the Berlin Wall after she attempts to jump from her apartment building and flee to West Berlin.
Zodiac info

Zodiac

Zodiac, birthstone, and birth flower information.

Personality summary image

  • Zodiac Sign (Astrology): Anyone born on July 26, 1961, will have the star sign Leo.
  • Zodiac Element: Fire.
  • Chinese Zodiac Animal: In the Chinese Zodiac, 1961 was the year of the Ox (Yin Wood).
  • The Life Path Number for this date is 5.
  • Native American Zodiac: July 26, 1961 falls under the Salmon.
  • Birthstone: A person during the month of July will have the birthstone Ruby.
  • Birth flower (July): The Larkspur and the Water Lily.

1960s fashion

Photographs of 1960s fashion and hairstyles.

1960s fashion

Television shows

TV shows in 1961

In July 1961, TV audiences were watching the following series:

TV shows from July 1961.

Route 66
Route 66
The Andy Griffith Show
The Andy Griffith Show
Danger Man
Danger Man
The Untouchables
The Untouchables
The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
Bonanza
Bonanza
Rawhide
Rawhide
77 Sunset Strip
77 Sunset Strip
Maverick
Maverick
Perry Mason
Perry Mason
Wagon Train
Wagon Train
Have Gun - Will Travel
Have Gun - Will Travel
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Gunsmoke
Gunsmoke
The Danny Thomas Show
The Danny Thomas Show
The Jack Benny Program
The Jack Benny Program
What's My Line?
What's My Line?
The Ed Sullivan Show
The Ed Sullivan Show

Cars in 1961

1961 saw the introduction of cars such as the BMW New Class, the Dodge Lancer, the Toyota Publica, the Ford Thunderbird (third generation), the MG Midget, and the Volvo P1800.

Cars in 1961.

Children TV shows

Kids TV shows on July 26, 1961

If you were a kid on July 26, 1961, then you were probably watching the following cartoons and TV shows:

Davey and Goliath
Davey and Goliath
The Yogi Bear Show
The Yogi Bear Show
Mister Ed
Mister Ed

King Leonardo and His Short Subjects
King Leonardo and His Short Subjects
The Bugs Bunny Show
The Bugs Bunny Show
The Flintstones
The Flintstones
My Three Sons
My Three Sons
Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse
Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse
The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends
The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends
Dennis the Menace
Dennis the Menace
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy
Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy
Snooper and Blabber
Snooper and Blabber
Noggin the Nog
Noggin the Nog
Pixie and Dixie and Mr. Jinks
Pixie and Dixie and Mr. Jinks
Bozo: The World's Most Famous Clown
Bozo: The World's Most Famous Clown
The Rifleman
The Rifleman
The Huckleberry Hound Show
The Huckleberry Hound Show
The Adventures of Spunky and Tadpole
The Adventures of Spunky and Tadpole
Leave It to Beaver
Leave It to Beaver
Captain Pugwash
Captain Pugwash
Heckle and Jeckle
Heckle and Jeckle
The Gumby Show
The Gumby Show
Mighty Mouse Playhouse
Mighty Mouse Playhouse
Captain Kangaroo
Captain Kangaroo
Lassie
Lassie
Tom and Jerry
Tom and Jerry
Looney Tunes
Looney Tunes
Toys

Popular toys and games in 1961

If you were a child on this date, then you may have had some of the following toys:

Ken (doll)
Ken (doll)
Etch A Sketch
Etch A Sketch
Astrobase
Astrobase
Troll doll
Troll doll
Tonka trucks
Tonka trucks
Matchbox toy cars
Matchbox toy cars
Barbie
Barbie
Playpal dolls
Playpal dolls
Crater Critters
Crater Critters
Fisher Price Little People
Fisher Price Little People
The Hula Hoop
The Hula Hoop
Metal House robots
Metal House robots
The Frisbee
The Frisbee
Wooly Willy
Wooly Willy
BAS-KET Miniature Basketball
BAS-KET Miniature Basketball

Were you born on July 26, 1961?

If you were born on this date, then it is unlikely that you will remember anything from the year 1961.

This is because humans find it difficult to retrieve memories of their early childhood.

If you are looking for some childhood nostalgia, then you should check out July 26, 1967, instead.

Celebrity birthdays

Celebrity birthdays

Celebrities, historical figures, and other notable people who were born on July 26.

Stanley Kubrick

Stanley Kubrick

Film director Deceased
Born on July 26, 1928
He turned 33 on this day in 1961.

Mick Jagger

Mick Jagger

Singer
Born on July 26, 1943
He turned 18 on this day in 1961.

Kiki Camarena

Kiki Camarena

DEA agent Deceased
Born on July 26, 1947
He turned 14 on this day in 1961.

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey

Actor
Born on July 26, 1959
He turned 2 on this day in 1961.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock

Actress
Born on July 26, 1964
She was born exactly 3 years after this date.

Jason Statham

Jason Statham

Actor
Born on July 26, 1967
He was born exactly 6 years after this date.

Kendall Francois

Kendall Francois

Serial killer Deceased
Born on July 26, 1971
He was born exactly 10 years after this date.

Kate Beckinsale

Kate Beckinsale

Actress
Born on July 26, 1973
She was born exactly 12 years after this date.

Jacinda Ardern

Jacinda Ardern

New Zealand Prime Minister
Born on July 26, 1980
She was born exactly 19 years after this date.

Jimmy Karz

Jimmy Karz

Actor
Born on July 26, 1984
He was born exactly 23 years after this date.

Elizabeth Gillies

Elizabeth Gillies

Actress
Born on July 26, 1993
She was born exactly 32 years after this date.

Stormzy

Stormzy

Rapper
Born on July 26, 1993
He was born exactly 32 years after this date.

USA

US President

John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the President of the United States on July 26, 1961.

UK

UK Prime Minister

Harold Macmillan was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

Ireland

Irish Taoiseach

Seán Lemass was the Taoiseach of Ireland.

Conception

Conception dates

Conception estimates for this date.

  • A baby that was born on July 26, 1961 was most likely conceived around November 2, 1960.
  • The due date for a baby that was conceived on July 26, 1961 is close to April 18, 1962.

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Statistics

Here are some interesting statistics about July 26, 1961:

  • 22,891 days have passed since this date.
  • 3,270 weeks have passed.
  • 1,977,786,000 seconds have passed since July 26, 1961.
  • If you were born on this day, your heart has beat approximately 2,307,417,000 times.
  • Since then, the Earth has traveled approximately 1,020,537,576,000 miles through space.
  • If you were born on this day, your eyes have blinked approximately 329,631,000 times.
  • You have taken approximately 170,089,596 steps. That's roughly 75,595 miles!
  • Since this date, 23,733,432 meteors have entered the Earth's atmosphere!
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