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Saturday May 21, 1955: on this day
May 21, 1955 was the 141st day of the year 1955, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 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 May 21, 1955, who was born and died on May 21, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 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 21st, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 21, 1955?
- May 21, 1955: What happened on that day?
- May 21, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 21, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 21, 1955?
- May 21, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 21, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- May 21, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 21, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- May 21, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 21, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 21, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 21, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on May 21, 1955?
What day of the week was May 21, 1955?
May 21, 1955 was a Saturday and it was the 141st day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 21, 1955 can also be written as 5/21/1955 in the US and as 21/5/1955 in UK and Europe.
May 21, 1955: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 21, 1955:
- House of flowers closes at alvin theater nyc after 165 performances
- 1st transcontinental round-trip solo flight-sunrise to sunset
- Wfrv tv channel 5 in green bay, wi (abc / nbc) begins broadcasting
May 21, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 21, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 21st, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 21, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 21, 1955 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 21, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 05:02 am and setting at 09:32 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 21, 1955?
Famous people born on May 21, 1955:
- Stan Lynch
American producer and songwriter (tom petty and the heartbreakers).
- Anton Corbijn
Dutch photographer known for his work with musicians and bands.
- Milly Quezada
Dominican singer and actress, known as the 'Queen of Merengue'.
- Paul Barber
English field hockey player.
- Eddie Milner
American baseball player.
- John Glavin
Molly hatchet is a rock keyboardist.
- Stan Lynch in Gainesville
Florida, usa; rock drummer (tom petty & heartbreakers).
- Oleg Leonidovič Saljukov
- Sergej Šojgu
- Franco Marcoaldi
- Larry Kapust
- Udo Kiessling
- Mark Landsberger
- Carlo Pegorer
- Mark Plotkin
- Sam Adkins
Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:
![Raymond Burr]()
Raymond BurrRaymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.
![Tom Daley]()
Tom DaleyTom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.
![Nick Cassavetes]()
Nick CassavetesAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Kay Kendall]()
Kay KendallBritish actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.
![Mutya Buena]()
Mutya BuenaEnglish singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).
![Al Franken]()
Al FrankenHe is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.
![Fairuza Balk]()
Fairuza BalkFairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.
![Judge Reinhold]()
Judge ReinholdJudge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.
![Eduardo Verástegui]()
Eduardo VerásteguiEduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.
May 21, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 11 months old,
or 827 months and 2 days old,
or 3596 weeks and 3 days old,
or 25175 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 21, 1955?
There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 21, 1955.
May 21, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 21, 1955:
- Andrés Eloy Blanco
What famous deaths happened on May 21st?
Famous deaths on May 21st:
![John Garfield]()
John GarfieldAmerican actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.
![John Gielgud]()
John GielgudEnglish actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).
![Vaughn Monroe]()
Vaughn MonroeAmerican musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.
![Andrea Leeds]()
Andrea LeedsActress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.
- Seville
Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- Jane Addams
American feminist and social worker.
- Dovey Roundtree
Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.
- Tyronza Cornelius
Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.
- Dovey Johnson Roundtree
Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.
May 21, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 21, 1955:
- Equals-to-the-Apostles
- Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
- Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.
Observances on May 21, 1955:
- International Tea Day
- World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Saints celebrated on May 21, 1955:
- Saint Constantine the Great
- Saints Constantine and Helena
- Saint Mireille
- Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
- Saint Goderik
May 21, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 21, 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 21, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 21, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 21, 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:
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
May 21, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 21, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.
May 21, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 21, 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:
- Tony Bennett - Stranger In Paradise
- Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- The Crew Cuts - Earth Angel
- Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
May 21, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 21, 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
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Charles Vidor
Starring: Doris Day, James Cagney, Cameron Mitchell, Robert Keith
Country: United States of America
Soldier of Fortune
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Edward Dmytryk
Starring: Clark Gable, Susan Hayward, Michael Rennie, Gene Barry
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
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
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Edward D. Wood Jr.
Starring: Bela Lugosi, Tor Johnson, Tony McCoy, Loretta King
Country: United States of America
May 21, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
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
CBC Summer Theatre
Release year: 1955
May 21, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 21, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
To The One I Love The Best
By: Ludwig Bemelmans
Best deal for condition ............ with 255 pages unused ............ Minor scratches and tears at DJ with small tape, but overall VG .......
How To Live 365 Days A Year
By: John A. Schindler
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.
Run Silent, Run Deep
By: Edward L. Beach
This is the story of the silent serviceaEUR", the submarine crews that destroyed the Japanese merchant ship. It is a narrative tale with drama and intimacy, telling the story of two strong-headed men. Their loves, their jealousies and their fates …
Who was the US President on May 21, 1955?
On May 21, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1955?
On May 21, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 21, 1955?
On May 21, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 21st?
May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
- 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.
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.
