Monday May 16, 1955: on this day

May 16, 1955 was the 136th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 16, 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 May 16, 1955, who was born and died on May 16, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra), movies (e.g. Love Me or Leave Me, directed by Charles Vidor), TV series (e.g. Terminus) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 16, 1955?


May 16, 1955 was a Monday and it was the 136th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 1955 can also be written as 5/16/1955 in the US and as 16/5/1955 in UK and Europe.

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May 16, 1955: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 16, 1955:

  • King baudouin of belgium visits congo
  • Rocky marciano tkos don cockell in 9 for heavyweight boxing title
  • Heavyweight rocky marciano knocks out don cockell in 9 rounds (san francisco) for heavyweight boxing title.

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May 16, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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May 16, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 16, 1955 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 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 May 16, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 02:10 am and setting at 03:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jun 05, 1955.

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Who was born on May 16, 1955?


Famous people born on May 16, 1955:

  • Debra Winger
    Debra Winger

    American actress, whose films include "urban cowboy," 1980 and "an officer and a gentleman," respectively.

  • Hazel O'Connor
    Hazel O'Connor

    English-irish actress and singer.

  • John Frawley

    British astrologer.

  • Jack Morris

    American baseball player and sportscaster.

  • Olga Korbut

    Soviet gymnast known for her innovative techniques and winning multiple Olympic gold medals.

  • Páidí Ó Sé

    Irish footballer and manager (d. 2012).

  • Jack Morris in Saint Paul

    Minnesota, usa; pitcher (detroit tigers).

  • Andrew Yang

    Public servant.

  • Debra Winger in Columbus

    Ohio, usa; actress ("an officer and gentleman").

  • Edgar Bronfman

    American businessman.

  • Fabrizio Tabaton
  • Claudio Garella
  • Essie Hollis
  • Charles B. Wessler

Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:

  • Megan Fox
    Megan Fox

    American actress and model.

  • Pierce Brosnan
    Pierce Brosnan

    He is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.

  • Janet Jackson
    Janet Jackson

    American actress and recording artist.

  • Tori Spelling
    Tori Spelling

    American actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.

  • Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda

    American actor.

  • Joseph Morgan
    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

    Danny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.

  • Thomas Brodie-Sangster
    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'.

  • David Boreanaz
    David Boreanaz

    David boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.

  • Jim Sturgess
    Jim Sturgess

    English actor and singer-songwriter.

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May 16, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 10 months old,

or 826 months and 13 days old,

or 3593 weeks and 4 days old,

or 25155 days old,

if you were born on May 16, 1955.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 1955?

There are 48 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, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 16, 1955.

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May 16, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 16, 1955:

  • James Agee

    Death in new york of a us writer/critic (death in family).

  • Manny Ayulo

    American race car driver (b. 1921).

  • Filippo Vassalli
  • Harold James Murray
  • Salvatore Carnevale

What famous deaths happened on May 16th?

Famous deaths on May 16th:

  • Jim Henson
    Jim Henson

    American puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.

  • Andy Kaufman
    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
    Ronnie James Dio

    American heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).

  • Alain Cuny
    Alain Cuny

    French actor.

  • Irwin Shaw
    Irwin Shaw

    American writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).

  • Marisa Mell
    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.

  • Felcia Dorothea Browne Hemans

    Celebrated poet of the Romantic era, known for her lyrical works.

  • Romaldo Giurgola

    Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 16th

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May 16, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 16, 1955:

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

Observances on May 16, 1955:

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

Saints celebrated on May 16, 1955:

  • 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.
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May 16, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 16, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 16th and May 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 16, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Unchained Melody
  2. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  3. - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  4. - Learnin' The Blues

May 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

May 16, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 16th and May 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stranger In Paradise
  2. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  3. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  4. - Earth Angel
  5. - Give Me Your Word

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May 16, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 16, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Love Me or Leave Me

Love Me or Leave Me

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Charles Vidor

Starring: Doris Day, James Cagney, Cameron Mitchell, Robert Keith

Country: United States of America

Soldier of Fortune

Soldier of Fortune

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Edward Dmytryk

Starring: Clark Gable, Susan Hayward, Michael Rennie, Gene Barry

The Dam Busters

The Dam Busters

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michael Anderson

Starring: Richard Todd, Michael Redgrave, Ursula Jeans, Basil Sydney

Country: United States of America

Kiss Me Deadly

Kiss Me Deadly

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, Paul Stewart, Juano Hernandez

Country: United States of America

Bride of the Monster

Bride of the Monster

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Edward D. Wood Jr.

Starring: Bela Lugosi, Tor Johnson, Tony McCoy, Loretta King

Country: United States of America

May 16, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 16, 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:

Terminus

Terminus

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Innerface Films LLC

Off the Record

Off the Record

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Alberto Triana

Science Fiction Theatre

Science Fiction Theatre

Release year: 1955

Directed by: n/a

Starring: Truman Bradley

Country: United States of America

CBC Summer Theatre

CBC Summer Theatre

Release year: 1955

May 16, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 16, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The View From Pompey'S Head by Hamilton Basso

The View From Pompey'S Head

By:

Sweet, peaceful -- beautiful old Pompey's Head in South Carolina. Anson Page thought that he would end his life without it. After fifteen years as a Manhattan lawyer for a large publishing company, he returns to his hometown to solve …

Venture Into Darkness by Alice Tisdale Hobart

Venture Into Darkness

By:

This rare antiquarian book is a facsimile of the original. It may have marks, marginalia, and other imperfections due to its age.

To The One I Love The Best by Ludwig Bemelmans

To The One I Love The Best

By:

Best deal for condition ............ with 255 pages unused ............ Minor scratches and tears at DJ with small tape, but overall VG .......

Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Gift From The Sea

By:

This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.

Bottoms Up! by Cornelia Otis Skinner

Bottoms Up!

By:

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Who was the US President on May 16, 1955?

On May 16, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1955?

On May 16, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 16, 1955?

On May 16, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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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),

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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 May 1955?

May 1955 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.

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