Friday October 23, 1953: on this day

October 23, 1953 was the 296th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 23, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 1953, who was born and died on October 23, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. To Be Alone by Hilltoppers), movies (e.g. Tokyo Story, directed by Yasujirô Ozu), TV series (e.g. Westward Ho!) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 1953?


October 23, 1953 was a Friday and it was the 296th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1953 can also be written as 10/23/1953 in the US and as 23/10/1953 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1953 in October 1953 calendar

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October 23, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 1953:

  • German fr applies to nato
  • Wtrf tv channel 7 in wheeling-steubenville, wv (cbs) 1st broadcast
  • The philippines' dzaq-tv3 (now abs-cbn) makes its initial telecast, becoming asia's first commercial television broadcaster.

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October 23, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 1953 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 1953 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 October 23, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:30 pm and setting at 09:00 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 22, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Nov 20, 1953.

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Who was born on October 23, 1953?


Famous people born on October 23, 1953:

  • Alex Gibney

    Known for his documentaries on technology and cybersecurity.

  • Pauline Black

    English singer, actress and author.

  • Taner Akçam

    Turkish historian and sociologist.

  • Joaquín Lavín

    Chilean politician and economist.

  • Arielle Boulin-Prat
  • Puisseguin road crash
  • Valbona Jakova
  • Alessandro Di Robilant
  • Hugo Cabrera
  • Ira Steven Behr
  • Luciano Calosso
  • Michele Cappella
  • Cole Tucker

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

See more famous people and celebrities born on October 23rd

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October 23, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 70 years 5 months old,

or 845 months and 5 days old,

or 3674 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25724 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 1953.

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 October 23, 1953?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 23, 1953.

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October 23, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 1953:

  • Adrien de Noailles

    French son of jules charles victurnien de noailles (d. 1953).

  • Adrien-Maurice-Victurnien-Mathieu

    8th duc de noailles (born 1869).

  • Maurice Lugeon

    Swiss geologist (nappism), dies at 83.

  • Herbert Blaché
  • Carlo Schanzer

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd

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October 23, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 1953:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 19th and October 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1953 was To Be Alone by Hilltoppers, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 23, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - To Be Alone
  2. - Love Walked In

October 23, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1953 was Look At That Girl by Guy Mitchell, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 23, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Look At That Girl
  2. - Where The Winds Blow
  3. - I Believe
  4. - Hey Joe
  5. - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')

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October 23, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Tokyo Story

Tokyo Story

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Yasujirô Ozu

Starring: Chishû Ryû, Chieko Higashiyama, Sô Yamamura, Setsuko Hara

Country: United States of America

Calamity Jane

Calamity Jane

Release year: 1953

Directed by: David Butler

Starring: Doris Day, Howard Keel, Allyn Ann McLerie, Philip Carey

Country: United States of America

Kiss Me Kate

Kiss Me Kate

Release year: 1953

Directed by: George Sidney

Starring: Kathryn Grayson, Howard Keel, Ann Miller, Keenan Wynn

Country: United States of America

How to Marry a Millionaire

How to Marry a Millionaire

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Jean Negulesco

Starring: Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, Lauren Bacall, David Wayne

Country: United States of America

Dos tipos de cuidado

Dos tipos de cuidado

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Ismael Rodríguez

Starring: Jorge Negrete, Pedro Infante, Carmelita González, Yolanda Varela

October 23, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Westward Ho!

Westward Ho!

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Warwick Gilbert

Topper

Topper

Release year: 1953

Starring: Anne Jeffreys, Robert Sterling, Leo G. Carroll, Buck

Country: United States of America

Make Room for Daddy

Make Room for Daddy

Release year: 1953

Directed by: William Asher

Starring: Danny Thomas, Rusty Hamer, Marjorie Lord, Angela Cartwright

Country: United States of America

The Loretta Young Show

The Loretta Young Show

Release year: 1953

Starring: Loretta Young

Country: United States of America

Excursion

Excursion

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Martin Grof

October 23, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Spirit Of St. Louis by Charles Lindbergh

The Spirit Of St. Louis

By:

Like many of my fellow pilots, I believed aviation had a bright future. Today we live in the dreams of yesterday. And, dreaming in those dreams, today we live.

Come, My Beloved by Pearl S. Buck

Come, My Beloved

By:

A millionaire American builds a Christian seminary for India. This furthers his spiritual mission and sets in motion a cycle of miscommunication and family fracture that spans generations.

The Silver Chalice by Thomas B. Costain

The Silver Chalice

By:

This exciting novel is the latest in the Christian Epic series. It takes place just after Christ's resurrection and death. Basil is commissioned to design the case that will house the silver cup Christ and His disciples drank out of …

The Unconquered by Ben Ames Williams

The Unconquered

By:

Clean tight copy, no dust jacket

Beyond This Place by A.J. Cronin

Beyond This Place

By:

Novel of crime and passion

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Who was the US President on October 23, 1953?

On October 23, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1953?

On October 23, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1953?

On October 23, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for October 1953?

October 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 1953 calendar looked like.

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