Wednesday May 23, 1951: on this day

May 23, 1951 was the 143rd day of the year 1951, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 23, 1951 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, 1951, who was born and died on May 23, 1951, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 1951, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Laughter in Paradise, directed by Mario Zampi), TV series (e.g. The Black Arrow) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 1951 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 23, 1951?


May 23, 1951 was a Wednesday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1951 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1951 can also be written as 5/23/1951 in the US and as 23/5/1951 in UK and Europe.

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May 23, 1951: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 23, 1951:

  • Tibetans sign the seventeen point agreement for the peaceful liberation of tibet with the people's republic of china.
  • Tibetans sign the seventeen point agreement with china.

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May 23, 1951: 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, 1951: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1951 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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May 23, 1951: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 23, 1951 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1951 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, 1951 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 10:37 pm and setting at 08:34 am.

The previous full moon was on May 21, 1951 while the next full moon would come on Jun 19, 1951.

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Who was born on May 23, 1951?


Famous people born on May 23, 1951:

  • Ahnya Karpov

    Ahnya Karpov was a Soviet chess grandmaster who was World Chess Champion from 1975 to 1985.

  • Nyna Karpov

    Nyna Karpov is a Russian chess player who was the Women's World Chess Champion from 1978 to 1991.

  • Anatoly Karpov

    Russian chess grandmaster, and former world champion.

  • Antonis Samaras

    Greek economist and politician, 185th prime minister of greece.

  • Judy Rodman in Riverside

    California, usa; country singer ("girls ride horses too").

  • Eivind Garberg
  • Manfred Geyer
  • Oyenike Monica Okundaye
  • Nico Pillinini
  • Fulgence Rabemahafaly
  • Philippe Van Parijs
  • Carlos Zárate Serna
  • Aleksandr Voronin
  • Anatolij Evgen’evič Karpov

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, 1951: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 72 years 10 months old,

or 874 months and 24 days old,

or 3803 weeks and 6 days old,

or 26627 days old,

if you were born on May 23, 1951.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1951?

There are 37 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, 1951?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 23, 1951.

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May 23, 1951: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 23, 1951:

  • Antonio Gandusio

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.

  • John D. Rockefeller

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

  • Kawena Pukui

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

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May 23, 1951: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 23, 1951:

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

Observances on May 23, 1951:

  • International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

Saints celebrated on May 23, 1951:

  • Saint Desiderius
  • Saint Guibert of Gemblours
  • Saint Montana

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May 23, 1951: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 23, 1951 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Laughter in Paradise

Laughter in Paradise

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Mario Zampi

Starring: Alastair Sim, Fay Compton, Guy Middleton, George Cole

Country: United States of America

That's My Boy

That's My Boy

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Hal Walker

Starring: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Ruth Hussey, Eddie Mayehoff

Country: United States of America

Sirocco

Sirocco

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Curtis Bernhardt

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Lee J. Cobb, Märta Torén, Everett Sloane

The Prowler

The Prowler

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Joseph Losey

Starring: Van Heflin, Evelyn Keyes, John Maxwell, Katherine Warren

Country: United States of America

The Frogmen

The Frogmen

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Lloyd Bacon

Starring: Richard Widmark, Dana Andrews, Gary Merrill, Jeffrey Hunter

May 23, 1951: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 23, 1951 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Black Arrow

The Black Arrow

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Open Door

Open Door

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Florenc Papas

Treasure Island

Treasure Island

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Yevgeni Fridman

Not for Publication

Not for Publication

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Paul Bartel

Once Upon a Tune

Once Upon a Tune

Release year: 1951

May 23, 1951: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 23, 1951 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Dominations And Powers by George Santayana

Dominations And Powers

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George Santayana's preface to his last major work before his death is a must-read classic in twentieth-century political philosophy.

Rain On The Wind by Walter Macken

Rain On The Wind

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Mico, a gentle man from boyhood to adulthood, had only two passions in his life: the sea and a young girl so beautiful-looking it made your heart beat faster.

Return To Paradise by James A. Michener

Return To Paradise

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James A. Michener is a master of historical fiction and he revisits the scenes of Tales of the South Pacific. This Pulitzer Prize winner brought him international fame.

New York 22 by Ilka Chase

New York 22

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A novel about a woman and her lover, her Vassar College-daughter, and her publisher husband.

His Eye Is On The Sparrow by Ethel Waters and Charles Samuels

His Eye Is On The Sparrow

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Ethel Waters's His Eye is on the Sparrow is perhaps the most important autobiography about a black female performer. It captures both the horrors and the joys of African American women's experiences through the sometimes bitter but always forgiving voice …

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Who was the US President on May 23, 1951?

On May 23, 1951 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1951?

On May 23, 1951 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 23, 1951?

On May 23, 1951 the Pope was Pius XII.

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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 1951?

1951 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 9 Jewish Kremlin physicians exposed as British / US agents
  • Pardon Our French closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 100 performances
  • Life After Tomorrow, 1st film to receive an X rating, premieres

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What was the calendar for May 1951?

May 1951 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 1951 calendar looked like.

Wednesday May 23, 1951