Friday October 07, 1955: on this day

October 07, 1955 was the 280th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 07, 1955 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 07, 1955, who was born and died on October 07, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 07, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ain't That A Shame by Pat Boone), movies (e.g. Oklahoma!, directed by Fred Zinnemann), TV series (e.g. Fury) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 7th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 07, 1955?


October 07, 1955 was a Friday and it was the 280th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 07, 1955 can also be written as 10/7/1955 in the US and as 7/10/1955 in UK and Europe.

October 07, 1955 in October 1955 calendar

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October 07, 1955: What happened on that day?


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October 07, 1955: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 07, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 7th 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 07, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 07, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on October 7th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 07, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 07, 1955 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 07, 1955 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 07, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 10:01 pm and setting at 02:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 01, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Oct 31, 1955.

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Who was born on October 07, 1955?


Famous people born on October 07, 1955:

  • Yo-Yo Ma

    French-american cellist, known for his exceptional technique and rich tone.

  • Carmen Reinhart

    Distinguished economist recognized for her research on financial crises and debt.

  • Ralph Johnson

    American computer scientist and author.

  • Bill Henson

    Australian photographer.

  • Tony Dungy

    Coach.

  • Sergio La Stella
  • Toshimitsu Motegi
  • Zoran Roje
  • Mario Ruiz-Díaz
  • Clinton Bennett
  • Dan Bunz
  • Bill Foster
  • Claudio Gugerotti
  • Michael W. Smith

Whose famous birthday is on October 7th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 7th:

  • Sharad Kelkar
    Sharad Kelkar

    Indian actor known for his work in Bollywood and television.

  • Toni Braxton
    Toni Braxton

    Toni braxton is an american singer known for her soulful voice and hit songs such as 'un-break my heart' and 'breathe again'.

  • Oliver North
    Oliver North

    American patriot and career marine who was fired in november 1986 from the national security council (nsc).

  • Diana Lynn
    Diana Lynn

    Los angeles, california -- actress.

  • Edison Chen
    Edison Chen

    Hong Kong actor known for his roles in Infernal Affairs and Initial D..

  • Dylan Baker
    Dylan Baker

    American character actor.

  • Vaughn Monroe
    Vaughn Monroe

    American musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.

  • Nicole Ari Parker
    Nicole Ari Parker

    American actress.

  • Mary Badham
    Mary Badham

    American actress.

  • Aaron Ashmore
    Aaron Ashmore

    Canadian actor.

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October 07, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 5 months old,

or 821 months and 12 days old,

or 3571 weeks and 4 days old,

or 25001 days old,

if you were born on October 07, 1955.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 07, 1955?

There are 202 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday October 7th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 07, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 07, 1955.

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October 07, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 07, 1955:

  • Marco Mariuzza
  • Arrigo Cajumi
  • Frieda Hempel
  • Rodolphe Seeldrayers
  • Pasquale Sfameni
  • Aphur Yongden

What famous deaths happened on October 7th?

Famous deaths on October 7th:

  • Deryck Guyler
    Deryck Guyler

    British actor known for his roles in radio, film, and television.

  • Boen Poe

    Renowned American poet known for his macabre and gothic tales.

  • Alegend Poe

    Master of macabre and mystery fiction, famous for 'The Raven' and 'The Tell-Tale Heart'.

  • Edgel Allen Poe

    Renowned for his macabre and horror tales.

  • Edgel Poe

    Renowned American writer known for his macabre and gothic tales.

  • Ovadia Yosef

    Prominent Sephardic rabbi known for his religious writings and leadership.

  • Elgene Hickman

    American swimmer who won multiple Olympic medals.

  • Clarence Birdseye

    Clarence Birdseye was an American inventor and businessman who developed a process for deep-freezing food, which led to the creation of the...

  • Seaton McLean

    Renowned stage and film actor known for his versatile performances.

  • Jefferie Holleman

    Known for his work in organometallic chemistry.

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October 07, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on October 07, 1955:

  • World Cotton Day
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October 07, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 07, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 3rd and October 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 07, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 07, 1955 was Ain't That A Shame by Pat Boone, according to the music chart for the week October 3rd and October 9th.

October 07, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 07, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 3rd and October 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ain't That A Shame
  2. - The Yellow Rose Of Texas
  3. - Seventeen
  4. - Autumn Leaves
  5. - The Bible Tells Me So

October 07, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 07, 1955 was The Man From Laramie by Jimmy Young, according to the music chart for the week October 3rd and October 9th.

October 07, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 07, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 3rd and October 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Man From Laramie
  2. - Rose Marie
  3. - Blue Star (The Medic Theme)
  4. - Cool Water
  5. - The Yellow Rose Of Texas

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October 07, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 07, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Oklahoma!

Oklahoma!

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fred Zinnemann

Starring: Gordon MacRae, Gloria Grahame, Gene Nelson, Charlotte Greenwood

Country: United States of America

The Twinkle in God's Eye

The Twinkle in God's Eye

Release year: 1955

Directed by: George Blair

Starring: Mickey Rooney, Coleen Gray, Hugh O'Brian, Joey Forman

The Desperate Hours

The Desperate Hours

Release year: 1955

Directed by: William Wyler

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy, Martha Scott

Country: United States of America

Touch and Go

Touch and Go

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michael Truman

Starring: Jack Hawkins, Margaret Johnston, June Thorburn, John Fraser

Fort Yuma

Fort Yuma

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Lesley Selander

Starring: Peter Graves, Joan Vohs, John Hudson, Joan Taylor

October 07, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 07, 1955 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Fury

Fury

Release year: 1955

Directed by: David Ayer

Crossroads

Crossroads

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Walter Hill

Jungle Jim

Jungle Jim

Release year: 1955

Starring: Johnny Weissmuller, Martin Huston, Dean Fredericks, Tamba

Country: United States of America

Sergeant Preston of the Yukon

Sergeant Preston of the Yukon

Release year: 1955

Written by:

Starring: Dick Simmons, Yukon King, Vic Perrin

Country: United States of America

The Adventures of Robin Hood

The Adventures of Robin Hood

Release year: 1955

Starring: Richard Greene, Victor Woolf, Archie Duncan, Alexander Gauge

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

October 07, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 07, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Man Called Peter by Catherine Marshall

A Man Called Peter

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Catherine Marshall, in the Preface to A Man Called Peter tells about a dream she had following Peter Marshall's passing. Peter was working in a rose-garden and said, "I!"

Something Of Value by Robert Ruark

Something Of Value

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The novel Something of Value is based on the events that occurred in Kenya Colony during Mau Mau's violent insurrection in the 1950s. This uprising was almost exclusive to Kenya Colony.

The House On Nauset Marsh by Wyman Richardson

The House On Nauset Marsh

By:

Dr. Wyman Richardson was a distinguished and busy physician who practiced in Boston. He also taught at Harvard Medical School. But, here's his other life, the one that is closest to him.

Not as a Stranger by Morton Thompson

Not as a Stranger

By:

Lucas Marsh has been a child since he was a baby and cannot see himself as anything but a doctor. He is a very naive, glorified doctor.

The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

The Power Of Positive Thinking

By:

With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.

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Who was the US President on October 07, 1955?

On October 07, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 07, 1955?

On October 07, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 07, 1955?

On October 07, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 7th?

October 7th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 7th 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 7th, such as:

  • 2018 - Afghanistan war: officials from afghanistan claim that taliban destroyed highway bridges in maidan wardak province. this cut off traffic between kabul, the capital, and the provinces ghazni zabul, kandahar, and zabul. four provinces were without electricity, while fighting was reported in ghazni province. at least ten afghan police officers were shot to death. in two weeks, parliamentary elections will be held.
  • 2017 - Two saudi nationals were killed and three more injured when a gunman opened fire on the al-salam royal palace, jeddah. security guards shot and killed the gunman. (arab news),
  • 2016 - Insurgency in balochistan - two bombs explode near machh, pakistan killing at least six and injuring nineteen more.

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What happened in 1955?

1955 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WBBJ TV channel 7 in Jackson, TN (ABC) begins broadcasting
  • Catch a Star opens at Plymouth Theater NYC for 23 performances
  • J van Tilburg appointed Governor of Suriname

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What was the calendar for October 1955?

October 1955 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.

Discover how October 1955 calendar looked like.

Friday October 7, 1955