Thursday August 22, 1957: on this day

August 22, 1957 was the 234th day of the year 1957, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 22, 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 22, 1957, who was born and died on August 22, 1957, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1957, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. The Beasts of Marseilles, directed by Hugo Fregonese), 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 22nd, 1957 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 22, 1957?


August 22, 1957 was a Thursday and it was the 234th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 1957 can also be written as 8/22/1957 in the US and as 22/8/1957 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 1957 in August 1957 calendar

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August 22, 1957: What happened on that day?


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August 22, 1957: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 22, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1957 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 22, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 1957 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 22, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 02:48 am and setting at 06:12 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 22, 1957?


Famous people born on August 22, 1957:

  • Holly Dunn

    American country music singer-songwriter (d. 2016).

  • Steve Davis

    English snooker player, sportscaster, and author.

  • John Howe

    Artist.

  • Anh Đào Traxel
  • Modesto Paris
  • Dorsey Wright
  • Alfonso de Iruarrizaga
  • Daniele Demma

Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

  • Micheline Presle
    Micheline Presle

    French actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.

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August 22, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 66 years 6 months old,

or 798 months and 26 days old,

or 3473 weeks and 5 days old,

or 24316 days old,

if you were born on August 22, 1957.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 22, 1957?

There are 156 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 22, 1957.

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August 22, 1957: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 1957:

  • Domenico Gariglio
  • Giovanni Mercati
  • Richard Delbrück
  • Edward Joseph Dent

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Arwilda Wimmer

    American actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Maridee Clark

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.

  • Jackob Bronowski

    Polish-British mathematician known for his contributions to the history of science.

  • Michael Collins

    Irish rebel, counter-intelligence and military tactician, and politician; 2nd irish minister of finance (b. 1890).

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August 22, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 1957:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 1957:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 1957: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 1957 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1957 was (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 22, 1957: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. 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. - Tammy
  5. - Searchin'

August 22, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 22, 1957: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. 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 22, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 1957 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Beasts of Marseilles

The Beasts of Marseilles

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Hugo Fregonese

Starring: Stephen Boyd, James Robertson Justice, Tony Wright, Anna Gaylor

Campbell's Kingdom

Campbell's Kingdom

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Ralph Thomas

Starring: Dirk Bogarde, Stanley Baker, Michael Craig, Barbara Murray

Quantez

Quantez

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Harry Keller

Starring: Fred MacMurray, Dorothy Malone, James Barton, Sydney Chaplin

Tip on a Dead Jockey

Tip on a Dead Jockey

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Richard Thorpe

Starring: Robert Taylor, Dorothy Malone, Marcel Dalio, Martin Gabel

Pawnee

Pawnee

Release year: 1957

Directed by: George Waggner

Starring: George Montgomery, Bill Williams, Lola Albright, Francis McDonald

August 22, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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 22, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 1957 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Queen Of France by Andre Castelot

Queen Of France

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Marie Antoinette Josephe Jeanne de Habsbourg-Lorraine; (Vienna 2 November 1755 – Paris 16 October 1793): Marie Antoinette Josephe Jeanne de Habsbourg-Lorraine was an Archduchesse of Austria and Queen of France and Navarre.

The Day Christ Died by Jim Bishop

The Day Christ Died

By:

"This book is about the most dramatic day of history, the day Jesus of Nazareth was killed.

Blue Camellia by Frances Parkinson Keyes

Blue Camellia

By:

SIZE: 5 1/2x8 1/2 (approximately). PAGES: 432 pages. BACKGROUND/DESCRIPTION: First Edition assumed with none stated. JULIAN MESSNER NY 1957.

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 Hidden Persuaders by Vance Packard

The Hidden Persuaders

By:

"An excellent book that helps to decode the mysterious art of advertising." --Salon"Fascinating, entertaining and thought-stimulating." The New York Times Book Review "A fast, authoritative, and frightening report about how fundraisers, manufacturers, and others operate."

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Who was the US President on August 22, 1957?

On August 22, 1957 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1957?

On August 22, 1957 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 1957?

On August 22, 1957 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

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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.

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Thursday August 22, 1957