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October 05, 1956 was the 279th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.
Is October 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 October 05, 1956, who was born and died on October 05, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 05, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera) by Doris Day), movies (e.g. Giant, directed by George Stevens), TV series (e.g. The Adventures Of Hiram Holliday) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 5th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 05, 1956?
- October 05, 1956: What happened on that day?
- October 05, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 05, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 05, 1956?
- October 05, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 05, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- October 05, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 05, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- October 05, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 05, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 05, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 05, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 05, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on October 05, 1956?
What day of the week was October 05, 1956?
October 05, 1956 was a Friday and it was the 279th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 05, 1956 can also be written as 10/5/1956 in the US and as 5/10/1956 in UK and Europe.
October 05, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 05, 1956:
- Yogi berra becomes the fourth new york yankees' player to hit a world series grand slam (world series #53).
October 05, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 5th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 05, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 05, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 5th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 05, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 05, 1956 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 05, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 08:34 am and setting at 07:52 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 20, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Oct 19, 1956.
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Who was born on October 05, 1956?
Famous people born on October 05, 1956:
- Drew Hill
American football wide receiver, who played for the houston oilers and atlanta falcons over 14 seasons.
- Colin McCabe
- John McCullough
- Lakis Papaioannou
- Ján Richter
- Ron Nyswaner
Whose famous birthday is on October 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 5th:
![Kate Winslet]()
Kate WinsletEnglish singer and actress.
![Neil deGrasse Tyson]()
Neil deGrasse TysonNeil degrasse tyson is an american astrophysicist and science communicator known for his popularization of science and space exploration...
![Maja Salvador]()
Maja SalvadorMaja salvador is a filipino tv actress known for her roles in various popular television dramas and films.
![Imran Khan]()
Imran KhanPakistani politician and cricketer.
![Sophie Favier]()
Sophie FavierLyon, france -- actress (sans interdits).
![Marie Laforêt]()
Marie LaforêtFrench actress and singer.
![Guy Pearce]()
Guy PearceBritish-australian actor, writer, and dancer.
![Bob Geldof]()
Bob GeldofIrish punk rock singer, songwriter and lead vocalist of the "boomtown rats", and activist.
![Bernie Mac]()
Bernie MacAmerican comedian, actor, screenwriter, and producer (b. 1957).
![Karen Allen]()
Karen AllenAmerican actress.
October 05, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 67 years 6 months old,
or 810 months and 14 days old,
or 3524 weeks
or 24668 days old,
if you were born on October 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 October 05, 1956?
There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 05, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 05, 1956.
October 05, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 05, 1956:
- Joseph Erlanger
American physiologist, best known for his contributions in the field of neuroscience.
- Stefano Oxilia
- Juan Armet
- Helen Lindroth
What famous deaths happened on October 5th?
Famous deaths on October 5th:
![Rodney Dangerfield]()
Rodney DangerfieldRodney dangerfield was an american stand-up comedian and actor known for his iconic catchphrase 'i don't get no respect' and his roles in...
![Geoffrey Holder]()
Geoffrey HolderBrazilian actor, choreographer, director, and dancer.
![Andrew Keir]()
Andrew KeirActor rob roy, absolution and blood hunt, dies at 71.
![Barbara Nichols]()
Barbara NicholsActress (pajama game: loved one) dies at 46.
![Charles Napier]()
Charles NapierAmerican singer and actor (d. 2011).
![Leonard Rossiter]()
Leonard RossiterBritish actor who died from a heart attack in his 57th year (born 1926).
- Odester Jobs
Revolutionized the tech industry with groundbreaking products.
- Ryzen Jobs
Ryzen Jobs was a visionary entrepreneur who co-founded Apple Inc.
- Kimothy Jobs
Kimothy Jobs was the co-founder and former CEO of Apple Inc.
- Bravery Jobs
Bravery Jobs was an entrepreneur and co-founder of Apple Inc.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 5th
October 05, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 05, 1956:
- World Teachers’ Day [UNESCO]
October 05, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 05, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 1st and October 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 05, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 05, 1956 was Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera) by Doris Day, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.
October 05, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 05, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Doris Day - Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)
October 05, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 05, 1956 was A Woman In Love by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.
October 05, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 05, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frankie Laine - A Woman In Love
- Anne Shelton - Lay Down Your Arms
- Elvis Presley - Hound Dog
- Doris Day - Whatever Will Be Will Be (Que Sera Sera)
- Freddie Bell & The Bellboys - Giddy-Up-A-Ding-Dong
October 05, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 05, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Giant
Release year: 1956
Directed by: George Stevens
Starring: Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Dean, Carroll Baker
Country: United States of America
Between Heaven and Hell
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Robert Wagner, Terry Moore, Broderick Crawford, Buddy Ebsen
Pillars of the Sky
Release year: 1956
Directed by: George Marshall
Starring: Jeff Chandler, Dorothy Malone, Ward Bond, Keith Andes
The Ten Commandments
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Cecil B. DeMille
Starring: Charlton Heston, Yul Brynner, Anne Baxter, Edward G. Robinson
Country: United States of America
Tension at Table Rock
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Charles Marquis Warren
Starring: Richard Egan, Dorothy Malone, Cameron Mitchell, Billy Chapin
October 05, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 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:
The Adventures of Hiram Holliday
Release year: 1956
Starring: Wally Cox, Ainslie Pryor
Country: United States of America
David Copperfield
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Delbert Mann
Bouquet de joie
Release year: 1956
Noah's Ark
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Diane Paloma Eskenazi
The Adventures of Sir Lancelot
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Anthony Squire
Starring: William Russell, Cyril Smith, Ronald Leigh-Hunt, Robert Scroggins
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
October 05, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 05, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
A Thing Of Beauty
By: A.J. Cronin
A. J. Cronin, in his classic novel THE CITADEL wrote about a dedicated physician; THE KEYS TO THE KINGDOM tells the compelling tale of a man who is devoted to medicine.
Guestward Ho!
By: Patrick Dennis and Barbara Hooton
Guestward Ho! Barbara Hooton tells Patrick Dennis, author of Auntie Mame! This is the story of Barbara's sometimes hilarious transition from New Mexico socialite to upscale dude rancher.
A Certain Smile
By: Francoise Sagan
Francoise Sagan is most well-known for Bonjour Tristesse, her first novel. She published it in 1953 at age eighteen.
Richard The Third
By: Paul Murray Kendall
"The greatest biography of Richard III ."--A. L. Rowse Chicago Tribune Paul Murray Kendall's masterful account on the life of King Richard III of England has been the standard
Who was the US President on October 05, 1956?
On October 05, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 05, 1956?
On October 05, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 05, 1956?
On October 05, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about October 5th?
October 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of October. 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 October 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Two new members have been named by the swedish academy: eric runesson (the swedish supreme court judge) and jila mossaed (the swedish writer and poet).
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: hawija offensive 2017: the iraqi army retakes hawija, kirkuk governorate, from isil. as iraqi troops carry out anti-isil operations within the hawija district, fighting continues to the east and north of the city.
- 2016 - Jose cuervo, a mexican tequila producer, will postpone its ipo until after us presidential elections because of concerns about market volatility.
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 October 1956?
October 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
