Thursday May 24, 1956: on this day

May 24, 1956 was the 145th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 24, 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 24, 1956, who was born and died on May 24, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 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 24th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 24, 1956?


May 24, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 145th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 1956 can also be written as 5/24/1956 in the US and as 24/5/1956 in UK and Europe.

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May 24, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 24, 1956:

  • Conclusion of the sixth buddhist council on vesak day, marking the 2,500 year anniversary after the lord buddha's parinibbana.
  • The first eurovision song contest is held in lugano, switzerland.

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May 24, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th 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 24, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 24, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 24, 1956 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 24, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 08:30 pm and setting at 06:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Jun 23, 1956.

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Who was born on May 24, 1956?


Famous people born on May 24, 1956:

  • Sean Kelly

    Sean kelly is a retired professional cyclist from ireland, known for his success in road racing and his four-time victory in the paris-nice...

  • Larry Blackmon

    American actor and producer of singers (cameo, black ivory).

  • Dominic Grieve

    British Conservative politician and former Attorney General for England and Wales.

  • R. B. Bernstein

    American constitutional historian.

  • Michael Jackson

    English author and journalist (b. 1942).

  • Richard Bernstein

    American academic and historian.

  • Zaid Shakir

    American scholar and author.

  • Bebo Storti
  • Laura D'Angelo
  • Rayni Fox
  • Nathalie Griesbeck
  • Ramón Ibarra
  • Rebecca Kadaga
  • Irena Rajniaková
  • Doug Rougvie
  • Matthias Strauss
  • Giuseppe Barbaro

Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    Douglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...

  • Priscilla Presley
    Priscilla Presley

    German-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

  • Eric Cantona
    Eric Cantona

    He was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.

  • Kristin Scott Thomas
    Kristin Scott Thomas

    Kristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.

  • Jim Broadbent
    Jim Broadbent

    Jim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...

  • Alfred Molina
    Alfred Molina

    London, england -- actor (enchantedapril, prick up your ears).

  • Sybil Danning
    Sybil Danning

    American playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.

  • Cecilia Cheung
    Cecilia Cheung

    Actress and singer from hong kong.

  • Lilli Palmer
    Lilli Palmer

    German actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.

  • Tommy Chong
    Tommy Chong

    Comedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.

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May 24, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 10 months old,

or 814 months and 5 days old,

or 3540 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24781 days old,

if you were born on May 24, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 1956?

There are 56 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 24, 1956.

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May 24, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 24, 1956:

  • Guy Kibbee
    Guy Kibbee

    Actor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.

  • Martha Annie Whiteley

    English chemist and mathematician (b. 1866).

  • Charles Thom
  • Pierre Allemane
  • Enrique Muiño

What famous deaths happened on May 24th?

Famous deaths on May 24th:

  • Rachel Kempson
    Rachel Kempson

    English-american actress (d.2003).

  • Edward Mulhare
    Edward Mulhare

    Cork city, ireland -- actor.

  • Asta Nielsen
    Asta Nielsen

    Danish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.

  • John Foster Dulles
    John Foster Dulles

    American, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    At 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).

  • Mitzi Green
    Mitzi Green

    Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.

  • Nicholaos Copernicus

    Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.

  • Tanith Lee

    Renowned fantasy and science fiction writer.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 24th

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May 24, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 24, 1956:

  • Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
  • Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
  • Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
  • Eritrea: National Day.
  • Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
  • Mary, Help of the Christians
  • Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.

Saints celebrated on May 24, 1956:

  • Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
  • Saint Amadl
  • Saint Suzanna
  • Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
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May 24, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 24, 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 24, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 24, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 24, 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 24, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 24, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 24, 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 24, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 24, 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 24, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 24, 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 24, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 24, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Arthritis And Common Sense by Dale Alexander

Arthritis And Common Sense

By:

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.

Love Or Perish by Smiley Blanton

Love Or Perish

By:

Love or Perish [Paperback] [May 26, 2012.] Blanton, Smiley

Imperial Woman by Pearl S. Buck

Imperial Woman

By:

The fictionalized biography of Ci-xi, the last Empress of China, Imperial Woman, is based on her life as a concubine to the Xianfeng Emperor. He died in his role as the de facto head.

Ten North Frederick by John O'Hara

Ten North Frederick

By:

Fran Lebowitz described Joe Chapin as "the real F. Scott Fitzgerald", and he won the National Book Award for his novel. Joe Chapin lived a storybook lifestyle. He was a successful small-town lawyer who had a beautiful wife and two …

Eloise by Kay Thompson and Hilary Knight

Eloise

By:

Meet Eloise, the adorable little darling of The Plaza Hotel in New York!

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Who was the US President on May 24, 1956?

On May 24, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1956?

On May 24, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 24, 1956?

On May 24, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 24th?

May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
  • 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
  • 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.

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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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