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June 21, 1955 was the 172nd day of the year 1955, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is June 21, 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 June 21, 1955, who was born and died on June 21, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 21, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra), movies (e.g. House of Bamboo, directed by Samuel Fuller), TV series (e.g. Undercurrent) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 21st, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 21, 1955?
- June 21, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 21, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 21, 1955?
- June 21, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 21, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- June 21, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 21, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- June 21, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 21, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 21, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 21, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 21, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on June 21, 1955?
What day of the week was June 21, 1955?
June 21, 1955 was a Tuesday and it was the 172nd day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 21, 1955 can also be written as 6/21/1955 in the US and as 21/6/1955 in UK and Europe.
June 21, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 21st is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 21, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 21, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 21st, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 21, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 21, 1955 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 21, 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 June 21, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 07:00 am and setting at 10:33 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jun 05, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jul 05, 1955.
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Who was born on June 21, 1955?
Famous people born on June 21, 1955:
- Michel Platini
He is a french soccer player, coach and manager.
- Jean-Pierre Mader
French singer, songwriter and producer.
- Leigh McCloskey
American actor.
- Guenter Seidel
German equestrian who excelled in dressage.
- Tim Bray
Open text corporation was co-founded by a canadian software developer and entrepreneur.
- Aloysius Amwano
Nauruan politician.
- François Chassagnite
French jazz trumpeter.
- David Marshall Grant
Westport, connecticut -- actor.
![Rachel McLish]()
Rachel McLish- Henry Priestman
- Michael Kühnen
- Juan Carlos Orellana
- Gianfranco Bettin
- Gwede Mantashe
- Michelle Steel
- Earl Younger
Whose famous birthday is on June 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 21st:
![Jean-Paul Sartre]()
Jean-Paul SartreFrench author, philosopher, essayist, playwright, and novelist.
![Juliette Lewis]()
Juliette LewisAmerican actress, whose performance in martin scorseseaeur (tm)'s "cape fear", earned her an oscar nomination.
![Edward Snowden]()
Edward SnowdenAn american ex-technical contractor and central intelligence agency employee (cia), who was a contractor for nsa before disclosing details...
![Benazir Bhutto]()
Benazir BhuttoA pakistani politician and the first female leader of islam.
![Jane Russell]()
Jane RussellAmerican actress who rose to fame after a controversy over her breasts.
![Meredith Baxter]()
Meredith BaxterAmerican actress, daughter of whitney blake, actress and radio announcer ted baxter.
![Ian McEwan]()
Ian McEwanBritish writer.
![Tony Scott]()
Tony ScottEnglish-american producer and director (d. 2012).
![Ron Ely]()
Ron ElyAmerican actor best known for his role as tarzan on tv from 1966-1969.
![Judy Holliday]()
Judy HollidayAmerican actress, winner of the oscar in 1950 for best actress for "born yesterday".
June 21, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 10 months old,
or 826 months and 4 days old,
or 3592 weeks and 2 days old,
or 25146 days old,
if you were born on June 21, 1955.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 June 21, 1955?
There are 57 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday June 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 21, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 21, 1955.
June 21, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 21, 1955:
- Erich Brandenberger
What famous deaths happened on June 21st?
Famous deaths on June 21st:
![Carroll O'Connor]()
Carroll O'ConnorCarroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.
![Soad Hosny]()
Soad HosnyEgyptian actress and singer (b. 1942).
![Elliott Reid]()
Elliott ReidAmerican screenwriter and actor (d. 2013).
- Charles Krauthammer
Pulitzer Prize-winning conservative political commentator and columnist.
- Niccolas Machiavelli
Niccolas Machiavelli was an Italian philosopher and political theorist who is best known for his work 'The Prince'.
- Husayn Ibn Sina
Renowned Persian polymath known for his contributions to medicine and philosophy.
- Daliya Rabikovitch
Israeli poet known for her powerful and emotional works.
- Demitris Christofias
Former President of Cyprus.
- Inigo Jones
The queen's house was designed by an english architect (d. 1652).
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June 21, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on June 21, 1955:
- International Day of Yoga
- International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice
June 21, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 21, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 20th and June 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 21, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 21, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 21, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 21, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
- Bill Haley and His Comets - (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock
- Eddie Fisher - Heart
- Sammy Davis Jr. - Something's Gotta Give (orchestra Of Sy Oliver)
June 21, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 21, 1955 was Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White by Eddie Calvert, according to the music chart for the week June 20th and June 26th.
June 21, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 21, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 20th and June 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Jimmy Young - Unchained Melody
- Al Hibbler - Unchained Melody
- Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- The Crew Cuts - Earth Angel
June 21, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 21, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
House of Bamboo
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Samuel Fuller
Starring: Robert Ryan, Robert Stack, Shirley Yamaguchi, Cameron Mitchell
Not as a Stranger
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Stanley Kramer
Starring: Olivia de Havilland, Frank Sinatra, Robert Mitchum, Gloria Grahame
The Lonesome Trail
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Richard Bartlett
Starring: Wayne Morris, John Agar, Margia Dean, Edgar Buchanan
Land of the Pharaohs
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Howard Hawks
Starring: Jack Hawkins, Joan Collins, Dewey Martin, Alexis Minotis
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Charles Lamont
Starring: Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Marie Windsor, Michael Ansara
June 21, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 21, 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:
Undercurrent
Release year: 1955
Do It Yourself
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Dimitris Tsilifonis
Terminus
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Innerface Films LLC
Off the Record
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Alberto Triana
Science Fiction Theatre
Release year: 1955
Directed by: n/a
Starring: Truman Bradley
Country: United States of America
June 21, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 21, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Scotswoman
By: Inglis Clark Fletcher
The Scotswoman Hardcover June 10, 1976, Inglis Clark Fletcher
No Time For Sergeants
By: Mac Hyman
One of the most popular books ever written is No Time for Sergeants. It was first published in 1954. The book has been made into a Broadway Play and several Theatrical Productions. The movie, along with a long-running television series, …
Why Johnny Can'T Read
By: Rudolf Franz Flesch
The U.S. Department of Education recommends this classic book on phonics. This book contains complete instructions and materials for teaching children how to read at home.
Who was the US President on June 21, 1955?
On June 21, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 21, 1955?
On June 21, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 21, 1955?
On June 21, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about June 21st?
June 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of June. 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 June 21st, such as:
- 2019 - Ten civilians are killed in an explosion by a suicide bomber in a crowd of shia muslims in eastern baghdad.
- 2018 - North korea-united states relations. north korea and weapons.
- 2017 - Conflict in moro: the bangsamoro islamic freedom fighters rebels invade a school at pigcawayan (north cotabato), philippines and take hostages civilians.
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 June 1955?
June 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
