Saturday August 17, 1957: on this day

August 17, 1957 was the 229th day of the year 1957, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is August 17, 1957 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 17, 1957, who was born and died on August 17, 1957, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 1957, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. The Pajama Game, directed by George Abbott, Stanley Donen), TV series (e.g. O Corcunda De Notre Dame) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 1957 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 17, 1957?


August 17, 1957 was a Saturday and it was the 229th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 1957 can also be written as 8/17/1957 in the US and as 17/8/1957 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 1957 in August 1957 calendar

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August 17, 1957: What happened on that day?


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August 17, 1957: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 17, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 17, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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August 17, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 17, 1957 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 1957 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 August 17, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 10:38 pm and setting at 01:51 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1957.

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Who was born on August 17, 1957?


Famous people born on August 17, 1957:

  • Robin Cousins

    British figure skater.

  • Ken Kwapis

    American screenwriter and director.

  • Laurence Overmire

    American poet, author, and actor.

  • Gerald DeConto

    American naval officer killed in terrorist attack on pentagon in washington dc on 9/11/2001.

  • Laura Innes

    Actress.

  • Franco Ciani
  • Franché Coma
  • Rinat Biljaletdinov
  • Toni Bürgler
  • Tim Bagley
  • Rabih Abou-Khalil
  • Javier López de Guereña
  • Pete Peeters
  • Ricardo Mollo

Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:

  • Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro

    American actor, director, and businessman.

  • Sean Penn
    Sean Penn

    American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).

  • Donnie Wahlberg
    Donnie Wahlberg

    American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.

  • Yû Aoi
    Yû Aoi

    Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.

  • Austin Butler
    Austin Butler

    Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.

  • Belinda Carlisle
    Belinda Carlisle

    American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Brady Corbet
    Brady Corbet

    Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.

  • Helen McCrory
    Helen McCrory

    British actress (b. 1968).

  • Julian Fellowes
    Julian Fellowes

    English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.

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August 17, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 66 years 7 months old,

or 799 months and 2 days old,

or 3474 weeks and 3 days old,

or 24321 days old,

if you were born on August 17, 1957.

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 August 17, 1957?

There are 151 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 17, 1957.

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August 17, 1957: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 17, 1957:

  • Mario Albertini
  • Pedro Padilla

What famous deaths happened on August 17th?

Famous deaths on August 17th:

  • Billy Murray
    Billy Murray

    Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Vivian Vance
    Vivian Vance

    Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.

  • Yvonne Craig
    Yvonne Craig

    Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.

  • Richard Barthelmess
    Richard Barthelmess

    Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Draydon Carter

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Odai Barakat

    Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Azaylea Frost

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.

  • Loranzo Da Ponte

    Italian librettist known for his collaborations with Mozart.

  • Ardenia Hall

    Known for her work in the civil rights movement.

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August 17, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 17, 1957:

  • Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
  • Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
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August 17, 1957: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 17, 1957 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 12th and August 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 17, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 1957 was (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 1957: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 17, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
  2. - Bye Bye Love
  3. - Love Letters In The Sand
  4. - So Rare
  5. - Searchin'

August 17, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 1957: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 17, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All Shook Up
  2. - Love Letters In The Sand
  3. - Gamblin' Man / Putting On The Style
  4. - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
  5. - We Will Make Love

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August 17, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 17, 1957 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Pajama Game

The Pajama Game

Release year: 1957

Directed by: George Abbott, Stanley Donen

Starring: Doris Day, John Raitt, Carol Haney, Eddie Foy Jr.

Country: United States of America

Reform School Girl

Reform School Girl

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Edward Bernds

Starring: Gloria Castillo, Ross Ford, Edd Byrnes, Ralph Reed

Country: United States of America

The Long Haul

The Long Haul

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Ken Hughes

Starring: Victor Mature, Diana Dors, Patrick Allen, Gene Anderson

From Hell It Came

From Hell It Came

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Dan Milner

Starring: Tod Andrews, Tina Carver, Linda Watkins, John McNamara

The Sun Also Rises

The Sun Also Rises

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Henry King

Starring: Tyrone Power, Ava Gardner, Errol Flynn, Mel Ferrer

Country: United States of America

August 17, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 17, 1957 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

O Corcunda de Notre Dame

O Corcunda de Notre Dame

Release year: 1957

Open House

Open House

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Andrew Paquin

Hi Mom

Hi Mom

Release year: 1957

Dead Giveaway

Dead Giveaway

Release year: 1957

Directed by: David J. Stern

Escape

Escape

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Roar Uthaug

August 17, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 17, 1957 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Innocent Ambassadors by Philip Wylie

The Innocent Ambassadors

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Take My Life by Eddie Cantor

Take My Life

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TAKE MY LIVE is Eddie Cantor’s autobiography. It contains stories and anecdotes about Eddie, Ida, their wonderful five-girl family, and Eddie's friends, including the legendary names

Stay Alive All Your Life by Norman Vincent Peale

Stay Alive All Your Life

By:

"Those who have received assistance from The Power of Positive Thinking can find further guidance in these pages to help them live a more creative and dynamic life."

The Scapegoat by Daphne du Maurier

The Scapegoat

By:

"Someone jolted me as I drank, and said, "Je vous demande pardon." As I tried to move to give him space, he turned around and looked at me, and I at him.

The Turn Of The Tide by Arthur Bryant

The Turn Of The Tide

By:

1939-1943. Hardback, ex-library. With usual stamps and marks, in poor all around condition, suitable for reading.

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Who was the US President on August 17, 1957?

On August 17, 1957 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 1957?

On August 17, 1957 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 17, 1957?

On August 17, 1957 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about August 17th?

August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of August. 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 August 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
  • 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
  • 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).

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What happened in 1957?

1957 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Blondie situation comedy premieres on NBC TV
  • Elvis Presley makes his 7th and final appearance on Ed Sullivan Show
  • Dutch Newspaper Society expels communist daily paper Truth

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What was the calendar for August 1957?

August 1957 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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 August 1957 calendar looked like.

Saturday August 17, 1957