Sunday May 23, 1937: on this day

May 23, 1937 was the 143rd day of the year 1937, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 23, 1937 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 23, 1937, who was born and died on May 23, 1937, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 1937, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Kid Galahad, directed by Michael Curtiz), TV series (e.g. 1937 Coronation) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 1937 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 23, 1937?


May 23, 1937 was a Sunday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1937 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1937 can also be written as 5/23/1937 in the US and as 23/5/1937 in UK and Europe.

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May 23, 1937: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd 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 23, 1937: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1937 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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May 23, 1937: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 23, 1937 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1937 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 23, 1937 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:59 pm and setting at 04:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1937 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 1937.

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Who was born on May 23, 1937?


Famous people born on May 23, 1937:

  • Zolton Magyar

    Legendary Hungarian gymnast known for his exceptional skills on the pommel horse.

  • John Mazza

    Horse trainer.

  • Bruno Cicogna
  • Rupert Scholz
  • José Barroca
  • Danio Bardi
  • Michele Spera
  • Ignazio Aru
  • Jacqueline Lemay

Whose famous birthday is on May 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 23rd:

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    American actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.

  • Joan Collins
    Joan Collins

    British actress and beautiful teen model.

  • Drew Carey
    Drew Carey

    American comedian, actor, and writer.

  • Rosemary Clooney
    Rosemary Clooney

    American singer and actress, who was likable, beautiful, and became a big hit in the 1950s.

  • Artie Shaw
    Artie Shaw

    American jazz clarinetist, composer, bandleader (born 1910).

  • Tom Tykwer
    Tom Tykwer

    German filmmaker producer screenwriter and composer.

  • Ulla Jacobsson
    Ulla Jacobsson

    Swedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.

  • Deborah Adair
    Deborah Adair

    Actress (tracey dynasty and kate-day of our life).

  • Betty Garrett
    Betty Garrett

    American actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.

  • Barbara Barrie
    Barbara Barrie

    American actor and author.

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May 23, 1937: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 86 years 11 months old,

or 1043 months and 3 days old,

or 4535 weeks and 5 days old,

or 31750 days old,

if you were born on May 23, 1937.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1937?

There are 27 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1937?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 23, 1937.

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May 23, 1937: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 23, 1937:

  • John D. Rockefeller

    American business magnate and philanthropist, founder of the Standard Oil Company and one of the wealthiest people in history.

  • Other Rockefeller

    American business magnate and philanthropist, known for founding the Standard Oil Company and becoming one of the wealthiest people in...

  • Wealthy Rockefeller

    American businessman and philanthropist who served as a Republican senator.

  • John Davison

    Rockfeller industrialist, who dies in ormond beach (florida) at the age of 97.

  • Aldo Pini
  • Augustin Joseph Schulte

What famous deaths happened on May 23rd?

Famous deaths on May 23rd:

  • Roger Moore
    Roger Moore

    British actor.

  • Sterling Hayden
    Sterling Hayden

    American actor and author.

  • Anne Meara
    Anne Meara

    American actress, comedian and playwright (b. 1929).

  • Patrick Cargill
    Patrick Cargill

    Actor (up pompeii and magic christian), dies aged 77.

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    American actor, singer, and producer (b. 1898).

  • Moms Mabley
    Moms Mabley

    American comedian and actor (b. 1894).

  • Dorothy Hyson
    Dorothy Hyson

    Actress (spare a copper sing as we go), is killed at 81.

  • Nydia Westman
    Nydia Westman

    Actress (going my way young mr bobbins) dies at the age of 68.

  • Kawena Pukui

    Kawena Pukui was a renowned Hawaiian linguist and ethnographer who made significant contributions to the preservation and understanding of...

  • Helyne Hathaway

    Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

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May 23, 1937: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 23, 1937:

  • World Turtle Day
  • Discordianism: Day of Disunity
  • Bahá'f Faith: Declaration of the Báb

Observances on May 23, 1937:

  • International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

Saints celebrated on May 23, 1937:

  • Saint Desiderius
  • Saint Guibert of Gemblours
  • Saint Montana

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May 23, 1937: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 23, 1937 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Kid Galahad

Kid Galahad

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Michael Curtiz

Starring: Edward G. Robinson, Bette Davis, Humphrey Bogart, Wayne Morris

Country: United States of America

San Quentin

San Quentin

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Lloyd Bacon

Starring: Pat O'Brien, Ann Sheridan, Humphrey Bogart, Barton MacLane

Country: United States of America

This Is My Affair

This Is My Affair

Release year: 1937

Directed by: William A. Seiter

Starring: Robert Taylor, Barbara Stanwyck, Victor McLaglen, Brian Donlevy

Storm in a Teacup

Storm in a Teacup

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Ian Dalrymple, Victor Saville

Starring: Vivien Leigh, Rex Harrison, Cecil Parker, Sara Allgood

Come on, Cowboys

Come on, Cowboys

Release year: 1937

Directed by: Joseph Kane

Starring: Robert Livingston, Ray Corrigan, Max Terhune, Maxine Doyle

May 23, 1937: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 23, 1937 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

1937 Coronation

1937 Coronation

Release year: 1937

Sports Review

Sports Review

Release year: 1937

Starring: Howard Marshall

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Artists and Their Work

Artists and Their Work

Release year: 1937

Starring: Alan Best, Kenneth Clark, Robert Gibbings, John Graham

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Disorderly Room

The Disorderly Room

Release year: 1937

Starring: Harry Cranley, Tommy Handley, Fred Hudson, Len Maxwell

Queue for Song

Queue for Song

Release year: 1937

Starring: Queenie Leonard, Dennis Van Thai

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Who was the US President on May 23, 1937?

On May 23, 1937 the US President was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1937?

On May 23, 1937 the UK Prime Minister was Stanley Baldwin (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 23, 1937?

On May 23, 1937 the Pope was Pius XI.

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What is special about May 23rd?

May 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war, northwestern syria offensive (april 2019-present). sky news journalist alex crawford is shot by tanks of the syrian army in hbit, idlib governorate. they are covering the fighting. their guide bilal abdul kareem is badly injured from shrapnel to the chest.
  • 2018 - Transport in iran: truck owners and drivers from iran start striking in seven provinces in protest at poor working conditions.
  • 2017 - After the manchester arena bombing, campaigning for the united kingdom general elections is suspended. 22 people have been killed and 59 others were injured. isil claims responsibility. ariana grande, singer and actress, suspends dangerous woman tour. (ap), (bbc),

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What happened in 1937?

1937 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Count Claus von Stauffenberg promoted to captain
  • Bradman scores 270 Aust vs. England at the MCG, incl 110 singles
  • 1st broadcast of Guiding Light on NBC radio

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What was the calendar for May 1937?

May 1937 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.

Discover how May 1937 calendar looked like.

Sunday May 23, 1937