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February 08, 1950 was the 39th day of the year 1950, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is February 08, 1950 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 08, 1950, who was born and died on February 08, 1950, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 08, 1950, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rag Mop by Ralph Flanagan & His Orchestra), movies (e.g. Madeleine, directed by David Lean), TV series (e.g. Command Post) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 8th, 1950 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 08, 1950?
- February 08, 1950: What happened on that day?
- February 08, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 08, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 08, 1950?
- February 08, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 08, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
- February 08, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 08, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
- February 08, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 08, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 08, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 08, 1950?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1950?
- Who was the Pope on February 08, 1950?
What day of the week was February 08, 1950?
February 08, 1950 was a Wednesday and it was the 39th day of the year 1950 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 08, 1950 can also be written as 2/8/1950 in the US and as 8/2/1950 in UK and Europe.
February 08, 1950: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 08, 1950:
- Payment first made by diners club card, in new york, first use of a charge card.
- The stasi, the secret police of east germany, is established.[46]
February 08, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.
Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 08, 1950: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1950 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 8th, 1950 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 08, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 08, 1950 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 1950 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 February 08, 1950 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 11:09 pm and setting at 10:23 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1950 while the next full moon would come on Mar 04, 1950.
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Who was born on February 08, 1950?
Famous people born on February 08, 1950:
![Cristina Ferrare]()
Cristina FerrareAmerican ex-supermodel and actress.
- England Dan
Singer ( & john ford coley).
- Jose Armando Lopez-Falcon
Cuba -- cosmonaut.
- Michael Goodroe
Rock bassist (motels, "only the lonely").
Whose famous birthday is on February 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 8th:
![James Dean]()
James DeanAmerican actor.
![Gary Coleman]()
Gary ColemanGary coleman was an american actor best known for his role as arnold jackson in the tv sitcom diff'rent strokes.
![Mathilda May]()
Mathilda MayFrench actress, daughter to victor haim (greekturkish playwright) and margareta hanson (swedish ballet teacher).
![Lana Turner]()
Lana TurnerAmerican actress, onscreen since 1937.
![Nick Nolte]()
Nick NolteAmerican actor.
![Jack Lemmon]()
Jack LemmonAmerican actor.
![Mary Steenburgen]()
Mary SteenburgenMary steenburgen is an american actress known for her roles in movies suchjson as 'back to the future part iii' and 'step brothers'.
![Seth Green]()
Seth GreenSeth green is a well-known american actor and comedian, best known for his roles in the austin powers films and as the creator of the tv...
![John Williams]()
John WilliamsEnglish-american actor (b. 1903).
![Paul Wight]()
Paul WightAmerican professional wrestler.
February 08, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 74 years 2 months old,
or 890 months and 11 days old,
or 3871 weeks and 2 days old,
or 27099 days old,
if you were born on February 08, 1950.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 February 08, 1950?
There are 295 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 8th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 1950?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 08, 1950.
February 08, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on February 8th?
Famous deaths on February 8th:
![Robert Conrad]()
Robert ConradAmerican actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.
![Del Shannon]()
Del ShannonAmerican singer and songwriter.
![George Dolenz]()
George DolenzAmerican actor, father to micky dolenz (born in 1908).
- Jmarion Henderson
Nobel Prize-winning chemist for research on the dynamics of chemical reactions.
- Peter the Great
Peter the Great was the Tsar of Russia from 1682 to 1725, and is credited with modernizing and westernizing Russia.
- Czar Peter I
Also known as Peter the Great, he was the Czar of Russia from 1682 to 1725 and a patron of the arts, particularly architecture and music.
- Joseth Priestley
Joseth Priestley was a British chemist, philosopher, and clergyman who is best known for his discovery of oxygen and his contributions to...
- Halvor Laxness
Icelandic writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1955.
- Zacharius Janssen
Invented the first compound microscope.
- Cem Karaca
Renowned Turkish rock musician and composer.
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February 08, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 08, 1950:
- Nirvana Day - an annual Buddhist festival.
- Slovenia - Pre?eren Day, the Slovenian cultural holiday.
- Boy Scouts of America - Scout Sunday; The Sunday preceding February 8 is designated as Scout Sunday and the following Saturday is designated as Scout Sabbath.
Saints celebrated on February 08, 1950:
- Saint Jerome Emiliani.
- Saint Juventius
- Saint Mengold of Huy
- Saint Jacoba (d.1239)
February 08, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 08, 1950 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 6th and February 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 08, 1950: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1950 was Rag Mop by Ralph Flanagan & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week February 6th and February 12th.
February 08, 1950: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 08, 1950 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 6th and February 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ralph Flanagan & His Orchestra - Rag Mop
- Frankie Laine - The Cry Of The Wild Goose
February 08, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 08, 1950 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Madeleine
Release year: 1950
Directed by: David Lean
Starring: Ann Todd, Norman Wooland, Ivan Desny, Leslie Banks
All about Eve
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Young Man with a Horn
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Michael Curtiz
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Lauren Bacall, Doris Day, Hoagy Carmichael
Country: United States of America
Riders of the Range
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Lesley Selander
Starring: Tim Holt, Richard Martin, Jacqueline White, Reed Hadley
Gunmen of Abilene
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Fred C. Brannon
Starring: Allan Lane, Black Jack, Eddy Waller, Roy Barcroft
February 08, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 08, 1950 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Command Post
Release year: 1950
Dinner Date
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Gary Lobstein
The Show Goes On
Release year: 1950
Escape
Release year: 1949
Directed by: Roar Uthaug
Glamour-Go-Round
Release year: 1950
February 08, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 08, 1950 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Peabody Sisters Of Salem
By: Louise Hall Tharp
Review of the colorful lives, divergent personalities, and literary friendships that the three Salem sisters have shared
The Autobiography Of Will Rogers
By: Donald Day
Rogers recounts in his own words, which were gathered together by Day, how he became the spokesperson and watchdog of the inarticulate public during a time
One On The House
By: Mary Lasswell
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A Rage To Live
By: John O'Hara
A Rage to Live was a huge success when it first appeared in 1949. It is a social chronicle that covers large areas of America, set against Fort Penn, Pennsylvania (a city with a lot of history).
White Collar Zoo
By: Clare Barnes
Here are some familiar office specimens, including the Chairman of Board and the Boss's Wife. They were captured with deadly hilarity.
Who was the US President on February 08, 1950?
On February 08, 1950 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 08, 1950?
On February 08, 1950 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 08, 1950?
On February 08, 1950 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about February 8th?
February 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of February. 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 February 8th, such as:
- 2019 - 2018-19 north american winter: jay inslee, washington governor, declares a state of emergency as a winter storm could bring snowfalls of up to 20 cm (20 inches) to the state.
- 2018 - American-led intervention in syria's civil war: syria and russia have stated that the united states' military presence is illegal. about 25% of syria's territory is now under the control of the united states and its allied forces.
- 2017 - War in donbass - donetsk people's republic commander mikhail tolstykh (also known as his nom de guerre "givi") is killed in a bomb explosion in makiivka in donetsk oblast. officials in the dpr blame the security service of ukraine.
What happened in 1950?
1950 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Happy as Larry opens at Coronet Theater NYC for 3 performances
- Happy as Larry closes at Coronet Theater NYC after 3 performances
- As the Girls Go closes at Winter Garden Theater NYC after 420 performances
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What was the calendar for February 1950?
February 1950 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
