Q: What day of the week was May 16, 1953?

May 16, 1953 was a Saturday and it was the 136th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar. May 16, 1953 can also be written as 5/16/1953 in the US and as 16/5/1953 in UK and Europe.

Q: May 16, 1953: 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.

Q: May 16, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water .

Q: May 16, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?

The moon phase on May 16, 1953 was New Moon . The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 1953 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, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:14 am and setting at 11:56 pm. The previous full moon was on Apr 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1953.

Q: How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 1953?

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.

Q: What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 16, 1953.

Question 1

What day of the week was May 16, 1953?

Accepted Answer

May 16, 1953 was a Saturday and it was the 136th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 1953 can also be written as 5/16/1953 in the US and as 16/5/1953 in UK and Europe.

Question 2

May 16, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?

Accepted Answer

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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Question 3

May 16, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Accepted Answer

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

Question 4

May 16, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?

Accepted Answer

The moon phase on May 16, 1953 was New Moon. The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 1953 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, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:14 am and setting at 11:56 pm. The previous full moon was on Apr 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1953.

Question 5

Who was born on May 16, 1953?

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Famous people born on May 16, 1953:

Pierce Brosnan He is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
Peter Onorati American actor.
Richard Page American singer-songwriter and bass player.
Kitanoumi Toshimitsu The 55th yokozuna sumo wrestler from japan (d. 2015).
David Maclean British minister of state.
Stephen Woolman Lord woolman, scottish judge and academic.
Jane Ridley Historian.
Mike Oldfield Musician.
Richard Page in Los Angeles California, usa; rocker ("mr mister").
Rick Rhoden Pitcher (new york yankees).
Cleavant Derricks Actor.
George Brett Athlete.
Richard Page (musician)
Luis Javier Argüello García

Question 6

Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?

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Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:

Megan Fox American actress and model.
Janet Jackson American actress and recording artist.
Melanie Lynskey Melanie 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 American actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.
Henry Fonda American actor.
Joseph Morgan Joseph 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 trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.
David Boreanaz David boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.
Thomas Brodie-Sangster Thomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.
Debra Winger American actress, whose films include "urban cowboy," 1980 and "an officer and a gentleman," respectively.

Question 7

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 1953?

Accepted Answer

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.

Question 8

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1953?

Accepted Answer

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 16, 1953.

Question 9

May 16, 1953: What famous people died on that day?

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Famous people died on May 16, 1953:

Django Reinhardt Belgian composer and jazz musician who earned an international reputation for his recordings.
Nicolae Rădescu

Question 10

What famous deaths happened on May 16th?

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Jim Henson American puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
Andy Kaufman American actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
Ronnie James Dio American heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).
Alain Cuny French actor.
Irwin Shaw American writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).
Marisa Mell Austrian 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.

Question 11

May 16, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?

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Holidays on May 16, 1953:

Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
Teacher's Day in Malaysia.

Observances on May 16, 1953:

International Day of Living Together in Peace
International Day of Light [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 16, 1953:

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.

Question 12

May 16, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

Accepted Answer

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1953 was April in Portugal by Vic Damone, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

Question 13

May 16, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

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The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

April in Portugal by Vic Damone
I'm Walking Behind You by Frank Sinatra
The Moulin Rouge Theme (Where Is Your Heart) by Mantovani & His Orchestra

Question 14

May 16, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

Accepted Answer

The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

Question 15

May 16, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

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The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

I Believe by Frankie Laine
Pretend by Nat 'King' Cole
Pretty Little Black Eyed Susie by Guy Mitchell
Downhearted by Eddie Fisher
Oh Happy Day by Johnston Brothers

Question 16

May 16, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

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The most popular movies on May 16, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Stalag 17 by Billy Wilder
It Came from Outer Space by Jack Arnold
Dream Wife by Sidney Sheldon
Four Sided Triangle by Terence Fisher
Young Bess by George Sidney

Question 17

May 16, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

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The most popular TV Series on May 16, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

After Hours by Thomas Lavoie
Strictly Personal by
Both Sides by Danielle Williamson
The Orchid Award by
The Strawhatters by

Question 18

May 16, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

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The most popular and best selling books in 1953 were:

Kiss Me Again, Stranger by Daphne du Maurier
The Silver Chalice by Thomas B. Costain
Encyclopedia Of American History by Richard B. Morris
The Poor Man'S Guide To Europe by David Dodge
The Green Man by Storm Jameson

Question 19

Who was the US President on May 16, 1953?

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On May 16, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Question 20

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1953?

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On May 16, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Question 21

Who was the Pope on May 16, 1953?

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On May 16, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

Question 22

What is special about May 16th?

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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),

Find out more about May 16th

Question 23

What happened in 1953?

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1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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Question 24

What was the calendar for May 1953?

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May 1953 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. Discover how May 1953 calendar looked like.