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May 05, 1956 was the 126th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 05, 1956 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, 1956, who was born and died on May 05, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1956, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Good-bye, My Lady, directed by William A. Wellman), TV series (e.g. Lui E Lei) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 05, 1956?
- May 05, 1956: What happened on that day?
- May 05, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 05, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 05, 1956?
- May 05, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 05, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- May 05, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 05, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- May 05, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 05, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 05, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 05, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on May 05, 1956?
What day of the week was May 05, 1956?
May 05, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 05, 1956:
- Broekster boys soccer team forms in damwoude
- Jim bailey (us) runs the mile record 3:58.6 in los angeles, california.
- World championships of judo are first held, in tokyo, japan.
- 82nd kentucky derby: david erb aboard needles wins in 2:03.4.
May 05, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 05, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 05, 1956 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1956 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, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 02:49 am and setting at 03:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on May 24, 1956.
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Who was born on May 05, 1956?
Famous people born on May 05, 1956:
- Kamagurka
Belgian cartoonist, playwright, comic strip artist, painter, comedian, singer and producer.
- Steve Scott
American runner and coach.
- Robert Marien
Quebecois singer, actor, and songwriter.
- Fernando Rodrigues-Nunes
French homicide: the murderer of his wife and sister-in law, before he shot himself under the chin.
- Dick Kemper in Amsterdam
Netherlands; rock vocalist/bassist (vandenberg).
- Lisa Eilbacher
American actress.
- Gulshan Kumar
- Marva Hicks
- Linda Laura Sabbadini
- Joachim Lätsch
- Guia Jelo
- Jean Pierre Noher
Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:
![Michael Palin]()
Michael PalinBritish actor, comedian, and writer.
![Chris Brown]()
Chris BrownAmerican actor, singer, and dancer.
![Henry Cavill]()
Henry CavillBritish actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.
![Virginie Efira]()
Virginie EfiraBelgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.
![Vincent Kartheiser]()
Vincent KartheiserVincent kartheiser is an american actor known for his role as pete campbell in the television series mad men.
![Tyrone Power]()
Tyrone PowerAmerican actor of third generation.
![Will Arnett]()
Will ArnettWill arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.
![John Rhys-Davies]()
John Rhys-DaviesJohn 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.
![Danielle Fishel]()
Danielle FishelDanielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.
![Lance Henriksen]()
Lance HenriksenLance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.
May 05, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 67 years 11 months old,
or 815 months and 13 days old,
or 3545 weeks and 5 days old,
or 24820 days old,
if you were born on May 05, 1956.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, 1956?
There are 17 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, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 05, 1956.
May 05, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 05, 1956:
- Charles R Gallas
At 88, a lexicographer (french dictionary) dies.
- Russell Shearman
- Miklós Nyiszli
What famous deaths happened on May 5th?
Famous deaths on May 5th:
![John Williams]()
John WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Jean-Claude Pascal]()
Jean-Claude PascalFrench actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.
![Dana Wynter]()
Dana WynterActress german-english (d. 2011).
![Albert Dekker]()
Albert DekkerDeaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.
![Elisabeth Fraser]()
Elisabeth FraserAmerican 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.
May 05, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 05, 1956:
- 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, 1956:
- Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
- World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 05, 1956:
- 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)
May 05, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 05, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 05, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.
May 05, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ronnie Hilton - No Other Love
- Winifred Atwell - The Poor People Of Paris
- Teresa Brewer - A Tear Fell
- Kay Starr - Rock And Roll Waltz
- Lonnie Donegan - Lost John / Stewball
May 05, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 05, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Good-bye, My Lady
Release year: 1956
Directed by: William A. Wellman
Starring: Walter Brennan, Phil Harris, Brandon De Wilde, Sidney Poitier
The Harder They Fall
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Mark Robson
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Rod Steiger, Jan Sterling, Mike Lane
Country: United States of America
The Man Who Knew Too Much
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: James Stewart, Doris Day, Brenda de Banzie, Bernard Miles
Country: United States of America
The Scarlet Hour
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Michael Curtiz
Starring: Carol Ohmart, Tom Tryon, Jody Lawrance, James Gregory
The Last Hunt
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Richard Brooks
Starring: Robert Taylor, Stewart Granger, Lloyd Nolan, Debra Paget
May 05, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 05, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Lui e lei
Release year: 1956
Scaramouche
Release year: 1956
Directed by: George Sidney
Double Cross
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Armand Gazarian
The Gabby Hayes Show
Release year: 1956
Yakity Yak
Release year: 1956
May 05, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 05, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Arthritis And Common Sense
By: Dale Alexander
The best-selling, one-million-copy bestseller on arthritis, Medical Self-Help/Health Arthritis, and Common Sense is now available in paperback! These pages will provide the information that arthritis sufferers need to know.
The Last Hurrah
By: Edwin O'Connor
Inspired by James M. Curley's career, O'Connor's 1956 account on big-city politics portrays O'Connor's Irish-American political boss, a demagogue, and rogue, but he deeply understands his constituents.
Memoirs
By: Harry S. Truman
This invaluable account by President Truman gives extraordinary insight into the events and decisions which have shaped our world.
The Abode Of Love
By: Aubrey Menen
NY 1956 1st (A Scribners). A novel is a description of the conception, financing, and daily life of an English Harem in the middle 19th century.
Profiles In Courage
By: John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage was written in 1955 by the junior senator of Massachusetts. It served as a clear call to all Americans.
Who was the US President on May 05, 1956?
On May 05, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1956?
On May 05, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 05, 1956?
On May 05, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
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.
What happened in 1956?
1956 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
- KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
- KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for May 1956?
May 1956 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.
