Tuesday May 05, 1953: on this day

May 05, 1953 was the 125th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is May 05, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 05, 1953, who was born and died on May 05, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'm Walking Behind You by Eddie Fisher), movies (e.g. Young Bess, directed by George Sidney), TV series (e.g. After Hours) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 05, 1953?


May 05, 1953 was a Tuesday and it was the 125th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 05, 1953 can also be written as 5/5/1953 in the US and as 5/5/1953 in UK and Europe.

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May 05, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 05, 1953:

  • Aldous huxley first tries the psychedelic hallucinogen mescaline, inspiring his book ''the doors of perception''.

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May 05, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 05, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 05, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 05, 1953 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1953 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 May 05, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 01:24 am and setting at 12:27 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1953.

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Who was born on May 05, 1953?


Famous people born on May 05, 1953:

  • Zigmond Kertész

    Renowned for his research in complex systems and economics.

  • Cindy Bremser

    American olympic runner.

  • Myron Ebell

    American political figure known for his work on environmental policy.

  • Pia Zadora

    Actress.

  • Billy Burnette in Memphis

    Tennessee, usa; rock guitarist (fleetwood mac).

  • Norwich (United Kingdom)
  • Martin Simpson
  • Luciano Garofano
  • Dieter Zetsche
  • Adolfo Zordan
  • GAROFANO Luciano
  • Fructuoso Sánchez

Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:

  • Michael Palin
    Michael Palin

    British actor, comedian, and writer.

  • Chris Brown
    Chris Brown

    American actor, singer, and dancer.

  • Henry Cavill
    Henry Cavill

    British actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.

  • Virginie Efira
    Virginie Efira

    Belgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Will Arnett
    Will Arnett

    Will arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.

  • Danielle Fishel
    Danielle Fishel

    Danielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.

  • Craig David
    Craig David

    Craig david is a british pop singer known for hits like '7 days' and 'fill me in'.

  • Lance Henriksen
    Lance Henriksen

    Lance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.

  • John Rhys-Davies
    John Rhys-Davies

    John rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.

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May 05, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 70 years 10 months old,

or 850 months and 24 days old,

or 3699 weeks and 3 days old,

or 25896 days old,

if you were born on May 05, 1953.

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 May 05, 1953?

There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 05, 1953.

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May 05, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 05, 1953:

  • Robert Lloyd Praeger

What famous deaths happened on May 5th?

Famous deaths on May 5th:

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Dana Wynter
    Dana Wynter

    Actress german-english (d. 2011).

  • Albert Dekker
    Albert Dekker

    Deaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.

  • Elisabeth Fraser
    Elisabeth Fraser

    American television, film and stage actress (born 1920).

  • Rudolf Schön

    Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.

  • Garl Kasell

    Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...

  • Chanceler

    Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.

  • Marri Shaw

    Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.

  • Mihail Botvinnik

    Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.

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May 05, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 05, 1953:

  • Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
  • Euthymios the Wonderworker
  • Barlaam of Serpukhov
  • Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
  • Eulogios the Confessor
  • New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
  • Albania: Martyrs' Day.
  • Great Martyr Irene
  • Roly Poly of Georgia.
  • Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).

Observances on May 05, 1953:

  • Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
  • World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 05, 1953:

  • Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
  • Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
  • Saint Britto
  • Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
  • Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
  • Saint Nicetius
  • Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
  • Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
  • Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
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May 05, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 05, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 4th and May 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 05, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1953 was I'm Walking Behind You by Eddie Fisher, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 05, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'm Walking Behind You

May 05, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 05, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Believe
  2. - Pretend
  3. - Pretty Little Black Eyed Susie
  4. - Downhearted
  5. - Oh Happy Day

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May 05, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 05, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Young Bess

Young Bess

Release year: 1953

Directed by: George Sidney

Starring: Jean Simmons, Stewart Granger, Deborah Kerr, Charles Laughton

Country: United States of America

The President's Lady

The President's Lady

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Henry Levin

Starring: Susan Hayward, Charlton Heston, John McIntire, Fay Bainter

The 49th Man

The 49th Man

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred F. Sears

Starring: John Ireland, Richard Denning, Suzanne Dalbert, Robert Foulk

Law and Order

Law and Order

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Nathan Juran

Starring: Ronald Reagan, Dorothy Malone, Preston Foster, Alex Nicol

Phantom from Space

Phantom from Space

Release year: 1953

Directed by: W. Lee Wilder

Starring: Ted Cooper, Tom Daly, Steve Acton, Burt Wenland

May 05, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 05, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

After Hours

After Hours

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Thomas Lavoie

Strictly Personal

Strictly Personal

Release year: 1953

Both Sides

Both Sides

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Danielle Williamson

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred C. Brannon

Music at the Meadowbrook

Music at the Meadowbrook

Release year: 1953

May 05, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 05, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Outsider by Richard A. Wright

The Outsider

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Cross Damon is an antagonist with society and himself. He is a man of superior intellect, who longs for peace, but brings terror and destruction wherever it goes.

East of Eden by John Steinbeck

East of Eden

By:

It is a masterpiece of Biblical scope and the magnum opus of John Steinbeck, America's most enduring author. In his journal, John Steinbeck, a Nobel Prize winner, called East of Eden "the original book." Indeed, it has the primordial power …

The Legendary Mizners by Alva Johnston

The Legendary Mizners

By:

Alva Johnston's delightful biography of Addison Mizner and Wilson Mizner provides a wonderful portrait of two.

The White Rabbit by Bruce Marshall

The White Rabbit

By:

It was a huge success, received soaring critical reviews and inspired a movie: the harrowing tale of a British agent captured in World War Two and his refusal to break under horrific torture.

The Poor Man'S Guide To Europe by David Dodge

The Poor Man'S Guide To Europe

By:

Hardcover book of 308 pages on Europe travel on a budget.

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Who was the US President on May 05, 1953?

On May 05, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1953?

On May 05, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 05, 1953?

On May 05, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 5th?

May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of May. 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 May 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
  • 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
  • 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for May 1953?

May 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.

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