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May 16, 1950 was the 136th day of the year 1950, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 16, 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 May 16, 1950, who was born and died on May 16, 1950, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1950, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Don't Care if the Sun Don't Shine by Patti Page), movies (e.g. The Gunfighter, directed by Henry King), TV series (e.g. My True Story) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1950 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 16, 1950?
- May 16, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 16, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 16, 1950?
- May 16, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 16, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
- May 16, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 16, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
- May 16, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 16, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 16, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 16, 1950?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1950?
- Who was the Pope on May 16, 1950?
What day of the week was May 16, 1950?
May 16, 1950 was a Tuesday and it was the 136th day of the year 1950 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 16, 1950 can also be written as 5/16/1950 in the US and as 16/5/1950 in UK and Europe.
May 16, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th 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 16, 1950: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1950 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 16th, 1950 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 16, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 16, 1950 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 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 May 16, 1950 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 05:04 am and setting at 09:14 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 02, 1950 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1950.
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Who was born on May 16, 1950?
Famous people born on May 16, 1950:
- Bruce Coville
Popular author of children's and young adult books.
- Ray Condo
Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist (d. 2004).
- Georg Bednorz
German physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate.
- Jock Bartley
Rocker (firefall).
- Johannes Bednorz
German superconductivity physicist (nobel prize 1987).
- Risto Hurme
- Peter Risi
- Carlo Pistarino
- Ernesto Caffo
- Andrew Rippin
- Daniele Faraggiana
- Will Gollop
- Rubén Alberto Gómez
Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:
![Megan Fox]()
Megan FoxAmerican actress and model.
![Pierce Brosnan]()
Pierce BrosnanHe is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
![Janet Jackson]()
Janet JacksonAmerican actress and recording artist.
![Melanie Lynskey]()
Melanie LynskeyMelanie lynskey is a new zealand actress known for her roles in films such as heavenly creatures and tv shows like two and a half men.
![Tori Spelling]()
Tori SpellingAmerican actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Joseph Morgan]()
Joseph MorganJoseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...
![Danny Trejo]()
Danny TrejoDanny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.
![Thomas Brodie-Sangster]()
Thomas Brodie-SangsterThomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.
![David Boreanaz]()
David BoreanazDavid boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.
May 16, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 73 years 11 months old,
or 887 months and 2 days old,
or 3857 weeks and 2 days old,
or 27001 days old,
if you were born on May 16, 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 May 16, 1950?
There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1950?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 16, 1950.
May 16, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 16, 1950:
- Alice Kober
- Arturo Cozzaglio
- Friedrich Gerhard
- Heinz Ludewig
What famous deaths happened on May 16th?
Famous deaths on May 16th:
![Jim Henson]()
Jim HensonAmerican puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
![Andy Kaufman]()
Andy KaufmanAmerican actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
![Ronnie James Dio]()
Ronnie James DioAmerican heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).
![Alain Cuny]()
Alain CunyFrench actor.
![Irwin Shaw]()
Irwin ShawAmerican writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).
![Marisa Mell]()
Marisa MellAustrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.
- Verley Tinsley
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.
- Camala Markandaya
Camala Markandaya was a renowned Indian novelist who explored themes of cultural conflict and social change.
- Romaldo Giurgola
Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.
May 16, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 16, 1950:
- Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
- Teacher's Day in Malaysia.
Observances on May 16, 1950:
- International Day of Living Together in Peace
- International Day of Light [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 16, 1950:
- Saint HonorT of Amiens
- Saint Andrew Bobola
- Saint Ubaldus
- Saint Simon Stock
- Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
- Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
May 16, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 16, 1950 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 16, 1950: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1950 was I Don't Care if the Sun Don't Shine by Patti Page, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 16, 1950: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1950 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Patti Page - I Don't Care if the Sun Don't Shine
- Harmonicats (Jan August Orchestra) - Bewitched
May 16, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 16, 1950 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Gunfighter
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Henry King
Starring: Gregory Peck, Helen Westcott, Millard Mitchell, Jean Parker
Country: United States of America
Love That Brute
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Alexander Hall
Starring: Paul Douglas, Jean Peters, Cesar Romero, Keenan Wynn
The Big Hangover
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Norman Krasna
Starring: Van Johnson, Elizabeth Taylor, Percy Waram, Fay Holden
Rocketship X-M
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Kurt Neumann
Starring: Lloyd Bridges, Osa Massen, John Emery, Noah Beery Jr.
All about Eve
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
May 16, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 16, 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:
My True Story
Release year: 1950
The Trap
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Annie Kelly
Such Is Life
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Rage Productions
Buck Rogers
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Ford Beebe
In the News
Release year: 1950
May 16, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 16, 1950 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Pink House
By: Nelia Gardner White
Norah Holme is a seven-year-old disabled girl who is orphaned by her aunt Rose and sent to live with her aunt Rose in a strangely complex household.
The Cardinal
By: Henry Morton Robinson
The Cardinal became a bestseller immediately after its publication. It was a selection from the Literary Guild and was published in over a dozen languages. The book has been sold more than two million times.
The Greatest Story Ever Told
By: Fulton Oursler
Fulton Oursler’s classic, The Greatest Story Ever Told, is a powerful and timeless story about the life of Jesus Christ. It is simple and powerful, but it is set against a rich and precise background.
The Parasites
By: Daphne du Maurier
"Wickedly readable... Daphne du Maurier's instinct is so strong that every woman wants to read her." Celia, Niall, and Maria grew up in the
Who was the US President on May 16, 1950?
On May 16, 1950 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1950?
On May 16, 1950 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 16, 1950?
On May 16, 1950 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 16th?
May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
- 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),
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 May 1950?
May 1950 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.
