Tuesday February 21, 1956: on this day

February 21, 1956 was the 52nd day of the year 1956, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 21, 1956 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 21, 1956, who was born and died on February 21, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 21, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. The Killer Is Loose, directed by Budd Boetticher), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 21st, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 21, 1956?


February 21, 1956 was a Tuesday and it was the 52nd day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 21, 1956 can also be written as 2/21/1956 in the US and as 21/2/1956 in UK and Europe.

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February 21, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 21st is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces 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 21, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 21, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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February 21, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 21, 1956 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 21, 1956 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 21, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 12:46 pm and setting at 03:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 27, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Feb 26, 1956.

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Who was born on February 21, 1956?


Famous people born on February 21, 1956:

  • Rosario Robles

    Mexican politician who served as the Secretary of Social Development.

  • Woody Brown in Dayton

    Ohio, usa; actor.

  • Charles Boustany

    Politician.

  • Stefano Di Chiara
  • Ha Jin
  • Sally Jewell
  • Mark McKerracher
  • Eugenio Allegri
  • Andrej Babčan
  • Eraldo Affinati
  • Giovanni Battaglia

Whose famous birthday is on February 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 21st:

  • Alan Rickman
    Alan Rickman

    Alan Rickman was a renowned British actor known for his roles in films such as Harry Potter and Die Hard.

  • Jordan Peele
    Jordan Peele

    Jordan peele is a comedian known for his work on the sketch comedy show key & peele and for his critically acclaimed horror films get out...

  • Jennifer Love Hewitt
    Jennifer Love Hewitt

    Jennifer love hewitt is an american actress, singer, and producer known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'party of five' and 'ghost...

  • Ashley Greene
    Ashley Greene

    Ashley greene is an american actress and model best known for her role as alice cullen in the twilight film series.

  • Ellen Page
    Ellen Page

    Ellen page is a canadian actress known for her roles in movies such as juno and inception.

  • Nina Simone
    Nina Simone

    American jazz singer.

  • Mélanie Laurent
    Mélanie Laurent

    French actress, director, singer, and writer.

  • Christine Ebersole
    Christine Ebersole

    Tony Award-winning actress with a successful career in Broadway and television.

  • Kelsey Grammer
    Kelsey Grammer

    American actor.

  • William Baldwin
    William Baldwin

    American screenwriter and producer of actor actors.

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February 21, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 1 month old,

or 817 months and 8 days old,

or 3553 weeks and 3 days old,

or 24874 days old,

if you were born on February 21, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 21, 1956?

There are 329 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 21st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 21, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 21, 1956.

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February 21, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 21, 1956:

  • Edwin Franko Goldman

    Composer dies at 78.

  • Camillo Bregant
  • George Davidson
  • Paul Christian Frank
  • Ettore Janni

What famous deaths happened on February 21st?

Famous deaths on February 21st:

  • Peter Tork
    Peter Tork

    Peter tork was an american musician and actor, best known as the keyboardist and bass guitarist of the 1960s pop group the monkees.

  • John Thaw
    John Thaw

    English actor and producer, played inspector morse (d. 2002).

  • Ina Claire
    Ina Claire

    Stage and film actress who appeared in 'The Awful Truth' and 'Ninotchka.

  • Louis Hayward
    Louis Hayward

    Johannesburg, south africa -- actor (lone wolf, survivors).

  • Malcolm X

    American activist, who rose from humble beginnings to become a national civil rights activist.

  • Gertrude Elion

    Nobel Prize-winning biochemist known for her work in developing drugs to treat diseases like leukemia and AIDS.

  • Cherica Easton

    Grammy-winning pop singer known for hits like 'Gypsy, Tramps & Thieves'.

  • Malik El Shabazz

    Also known as Malcolm X, he was a prominent figure in the Nation of Islam and a leading voice in the African-American civil rights movement.

  • Hattye Moen

    Renowned chemist known for her contributions to organic chemistry.

  • Herberta Lackner

    Renowned opera singer known for her powerful voice and emotional performances.

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February 21, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 21, 1956:

  • Language Martyrs' Day - A day celebrated by Bengali speaking people for gaining right of mother tongue.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Peter Damiani.
  • International Mother Language Day (UNESCO).

Saints celebrated on February 21, 1956:

  • Saint Pepin of Landen
  • Saint Randoald
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February 21, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 21, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 21, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 21, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 21, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 21, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Great Pretender
  2. - Dungaree Doll

February 21, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 21, 1956 was Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 21, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 21, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sixteen Tons
  2. - Memories Are Made Of This
  3. - (Love Is) The Tender Trap
  4. - Zambesi
  5. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett

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February 21, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 21, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Killer Is Loose

The Killer Is Loose

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Budd Boetticher

Starring: Joseph Cotten, Rhonda Fleming, Wendell Corey, Alan Hale Jr.

Backlash

Backlash

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Sturges

Starring: Richard Widmark, Donna Reed, William Campbell, John McIntire

The Houston Story

The Houston Story

Release year: 1956

Directed by: William Castle

Starring: Gene Barry, Barbara Hale, Edward Arnold, Paul Richards

Jumping for Joy

Jumping for Joy

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs

Starring: Frankie Howerd, Stanley Holloway, A.E. Matthews, Tony Wright

Meet Me in Las Vegas

Meet Me in Las Vegas

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Roy Rowland

Starring: Dan Dailey, Cyd Charisse, Agnes Moorehead, Lili Darvas

February 21, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 21, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Daniel Ray

Perspective

Perspective

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jason Drakeford

Here and Now

Here and Now

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fabien Constant

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Harry R. Sherman

The Adventures of Long John Silver

The Adventures of Long John Silver

Release year: 1955

Directed by: *

February 21, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 21, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

An Episode Of Sparrows by Rumer Godden

An Episode Of Sparrows

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A Mortimer Square Garden Committee emergency meeting has been called to discuss an alarming matter. Someone was digging in the garden, stealing buckets of dirt.

Love Or Perish by Smiley Blanton

Love Or Perish

By:

Love or Perish [Paperback] [May 26, 2012.] Blanton, Smiley

How To Live 365 Days A Year by John A. Schindler

How To Live 365 Days A Year

By:

How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.

The Search For Bridey Murphy by Morey Bernstein

The Search For Bridey Murphy

By:

This classic was first published in 1956 and is still relevant to today's New Age audience. It is well documented that Bridey Murphy, an Irish woman who spoke to a hypnotized patient through her Irish accent, was a true story.

A Night To Remember by Walter Lord

A Night To Remember

By:

A Night to Remember is the classic, minute-by-minute account about the sinking and rescue of the Titanic. First published in 1955, A Night to Remember has remained a timeless classic.

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Who was the US President on February 21, 1956?

On February 21, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 21, 1956?

On February 21, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 21, 1956?

On February 21, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 21st?

February 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - American-led intervention in syria's civil war: france and the united kingdom, allies of the united states, say that they will not keep their troops there after the united states withdraws.
  • 2018 - Operation barkhane: two french soldiers die after their armoured vehicle collides with a roadside bomb in mali.
  • 2017 - At least six people were killed by suicide bombers near charsadda's district court. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility.

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What happened in 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for February 1956?

February 1956 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.

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