Wednesday May 23, 1956: on this day

May 23, 1956 was the 144th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 23, 1956 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, 1956, who was born and died on May 23, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. The Catered Affair, directed by Richard Brooks), TV series (e.g. Panorama) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 23, 1956?


May 23, 1956 was a Wednesday and it was the 144th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1956 can also be written as 5/23/1956 in the US and as 23/5/1956 in UK and Europe.

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May 23, 1956: What happened on that day?


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May 23, 1956: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 23, 1956: 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, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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May 23, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 23, 1956 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1956 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, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:34 pm and setting at 05:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on May 24, 1956.

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Who was born on May 23, 1956?


Famous people born on May 23, 1956:

  • François Feldman

    French pop singer and songwriter, of russian (father), and belgian (mother), very popular in the late eighties, especially for his hit "les...

  • Ursula Plassnik

    Austrian diplomat and politician foreign minister of austria.

  • Kirk Shaw

    Canadian project manager and president of insight and sound creations multi-media production company, an award-winning multi-media...

  • Buck Showalter

    Former mayor of Yazoo City, Mississippi, and a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives.

  • Andrea Pazienza

    Italian painter and illustrator (d. 1988).

  • Mark Shaw

    New zealand rugby footballer.

  • Patricia McCormick

    Journalist.

  • Dominique Barella

    French magistrate and trade unionist, who was president of union of magistrates from 2002 to 2006.

  • Albert Voorn

    Dutch horse rider.

  • Ian Andrew Wallace
  • Andoni Goikoetxea
  • Giacomo Scarpelli
  • Guy Desrochers
  • Milton da Cunha Mendonça

Whose famous birthday is on May 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 23rd:

  • 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.

  • Johnny Ball
    Johnny Ball

    English radio and television host.

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May 23, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 9 months old,

or 813 months and 25 days old,

or 3538 weeks and 6 days old,

or 24772 days old,

if you were born on May 23, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1956?

There are 65 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, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 23, 1956.

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May 23, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 23, 1956:

  • Gustav Suits

    Latvian-estonian poet and politician (b. 1883).

  • Agostino Celentano

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.

  • Moms Mabley
    Moms Mabley

    American comedian and actor (b. 1894).

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

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

  • Nydia Westman
    Nydia Westman

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

  • Dorothy Hyson
    Dorothy Hyson

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

  • Helyne Hathaway

    Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Orabelle Patsy

    Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.

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May 23, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 23, 1956:

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

Observances on May 23, 1956:

  • International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

Saints celebrated on May 23, 1956:

  • Saint Desiderius
  • Saint Guibert of Gemblours
  • Saint Montana
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May 23, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 23, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 21st and May 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 23, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 23, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 23, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic

May 23, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 23, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 23, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - No Other Love
  2. - The Poor People Of Paris
  3. - A Tear Fell
  4. - Rock And Roll Waltz
  5. - Lost John / Stewball

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May 23, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 23, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Catered Affair

The Catered Affair

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Richard Brooks

Starring: Bette Davis, Ernest Borgnine, Debbie Reynolds, Barry Fitzgerald

The Proud Ones

The Proud Ones

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Robert D. Webb

Starring: Robert Ryan, Virginia Mayo, Jeffrey Hunter, Robert Middleton

Trapeze

Trapeze

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Carol Reed

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis, Gina Lollobrigida, Katy Jurado

D-Day the Sixth of June

D-Day the Sixth of June

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Henry Koster

Starring: Robert Taylor, Richard Todd, Dana Wynter, Edmond O'Brien

It's Never Too Late

It's Never Too Late

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Michael McCarthy

Starring: Phyllis Calvert, Patrick Barr, Susan Stephen, Guy Rolfe

May 23, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 23, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Panorama

Panorama

Release year: 1956

Lui e lei

Lui e lei

Release year: 1956

Scaramouche

Scaramouche

Release year: 1956

Directed by: George Sidney

Double Cross

Double Cross

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Armand Gazarian

The Open Mind

The Open Mind

Release year: 1956

May 23, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 23, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

How To Live 365 Days A Year by John A. Schindler

How To Live 365 Days A Year

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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.

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit by Sloan Wilson

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit

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The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit was a classic that captured the spirit of a generation. It was first published in 1955. Its title, like Fahrenheit 451 and Catch-22, has been a part America's cultural vocabulary.

Arthritis And Common Sense by Dale Alexander

Arthritis And Common Sense

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The best-selling, one-million-copy bestseller on arthritis, Medical Self-Help/Health Arthritis, and Common Sense is now available in paperback! These pages will provide the information that arthritis sufferers need to know.

The Quiet American by Graham Greene

The Quiet American

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Graham Greene's classic exploration on love, innocence and morality in Vietnam. "I never knew a person who had better motives for all his trouble," Graham Greene’s narrator Fowler says.

With Both Eyes Open by Paul Hyde Bonner

With Both Eyes Open

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Hardcover: 117 Pages Scribner Publisher; First Edition (Scribner A") edition (1956). Language: English ASIN: B0007DY498

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Who was the US President on May 23, 1956?

On May 23, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1956?

On May 23, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 23, 1956?

On May 23, 1956 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 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for May 1956?

May 1956 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.

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Wednesday May 23, 1956