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June 26, 1956 was the 178th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is June 26, 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 June 26, 1956, who was born and died on June 26, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 26, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. Somebody Up There Likes Me, directed by Robert Wise), TV series (e.g. Man Against Crime) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 26th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 26, 1956?
- June 26, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 26, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 26, 1956?
- June 26, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 26, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- June 26, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 26, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- June 26, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 26, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 26, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 26, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 26, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on June 26, 1956?
What day of the week was June 26, 1956?
June 26, 1956 was a Tuesday and it was the 178th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 26, 1956 can also be written as 6/26/1956 in the US and as 26/6/1956 in UK and Europe.
June 26, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 26th is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 26, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 26, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 26th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 26, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 26, 1956 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 26, 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 June 26, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 09:57 pm and setting at 09:35 am.
The previous full moon was on Jun 23, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Jul 22, 1956.
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Who was born on June 26, 1956?
Famous people born on June 26, 1956:
![Véronique Genest]()
Véronique GenestFrench actress and producer of film, she is best known as commissaire julie lescaut, a leading role in the french police drama "julie...
![Chris Isaak]()
Chris IsaakChris isaak is an american singer known for his hit song 'wicked game' and his smooth, crooning voice.
- Caterin Samba-Panza
Caterin Samba-Panza is a Central African politician who served as the interim president of the Central African Republic from 2014 to 2016.
- Patrick Mercer
English colonel and politician.
- Bernard A Harris Jr
Temple, texas -- md / astronaut (sts 55, 63).
- Azhar Cachalia
Leader of south africa (united democratic front).
- Davide Ferrario
- Barbara Pernici
- Mike Russell
- Chris Isaak (Christopher Joseph Isaak
Whose famous birthday is on June 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 26th:
![Ariana Grande]()
Ariana GrandeAmerican actress and singer.
![Amanda Cerny]()
Amanda CernyAmanda cerny is a social media influencer and comedian known for her popular vine videos and her large following on platforms like instagram...
![Jennette McCurdy]()
Jennette McCurdyJennette mccurdy is an american actress and singer, best known for her role as sam puckett on the nickelodeon tv show icarly.
![Uday Kiran]()
Uday KiranUday Kiran was an Indian film actor who predominantly worked in Telugu cinema.
![Chris O'Donnell]()
Chris O'DonnellChris o'donnell is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as 'scent of a woman' and as robin in the 'batman' film series.
![Dany Boon]()
Dany BoonFrench actor, humorist and film director, born to an algerian kabyle.
![Aubrey Plaza]()
Aubrey PlazaAubrey Plaza is an American actress best known for her roles in comedy TV shows and movies.
![Derek Jeter]()
Derek JeterPequanock (new jersey) -- shortstop (new york yankees rookie of the year 1996).
![Jason Schwartzman]()
Jason SchwartzmanAmerican actor from a prominent family.
![Eleanor Parker]()
Eleanor ParkerAmerican actress, whose beauty was first discovered by a talent scout at pasadena's playhouse.
June 26, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 67 years 9 months old,
or 813 months and 23 days old,
or 3538 weeks and 2 days old,
or 24768 days old,
if you were born on June 26, 1956.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 June 26, 1956?
There are 69 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 26, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 26, 1956.
June 26, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 26, 1956:
- Clifford Brown
American musician.
- Archibald Low
British astronomer known for his work on rocketry and space travel.
- Richie Powell
American pianist (b. 1931).
- Paolo Cappa
What famous deaths happened on June 26th?
Famous deaths on June 26th:
![Françoise Dorléac]()
Françoise DorléacFrench actress and older sister to catherine deneuve.
![Edith Fellows]()
Edith FellowsAmerican singer and actress (d.2011).
- Howard Baker
American politician who served as a Republican Senator from Tennessee and as White House Chief of Staff under President Ronald Reagan.
- Nora Ephron
Nora Ephron was an American journalist, novelist, and screenwriter known for her witty and insightful works, including the films 'When Harry...
- Zehava Shemer
Israeli singer-songwriter known for her contributions to Israeli music.
- Joseph Carl Robnett Licklider
One of the most important figures in computer science and a key figure in the development of the internet.
- Coulton Skinner
Decorated American Marine Corps officer who served in World War II and the Korean War.
- Strom Thurmond
American politician, lawyer, farmer, and u.s.
- Ford Madox Dowell
Ford Madox Dowell was an English novelist, poet, critic, and editor who was one of the leading figures of English literary modernism.
- Zarra Zaharoff
Pioneering businesswoman known for her successful ventures in the early 20th century.
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June 26, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 26, 1956:
- United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
- Flag Day in Romania
- Sunthorn Phu Day in Thailand
- Independence Day in Madagascar
Observances on June 26, 1956:
- International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
Saints celebrated on June 26, 1956:
- Saints John and Paul
- Saint Josemarfa Escrivá (d. 1975)
June 26, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 26, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 25th and July 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 26, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 26, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.
June 26, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 26, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Cates - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic
- Tony Martin - Walk Hand In Hand
June 26, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 26, 1956 was Why Do Fools Fall In Love by Teenagers featuring Frankie Lymon, according to the music chart for the week June 25th and July 1st.
June 26, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 26, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 25th and July 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Teenagers featuring Frankie Lymon - Why Do Fools Fall In Love
- Pat Boone - I'll Be Home
- Various Artists - All Star Hit Parade (EP)
- Elvis Presley - Heartbreak Hotel
- The Goons - I'm Walking Backwards For Christmas / Bluebottle Blues
June 26, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 26, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Somebody Up There Likes Me
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Robert Wise
Starring: Paul Newman, Pier Angeli, Everett Sloane, Eileen Heckart
Country: United States of America
Reach for the Sky
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Lewis Gilbert
Starring: Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson
Country: United States of America
La tercera palabra
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Julián Soler
Starring: Pedro Infante, Marga López, Sara García, Prudencia Grifell
Frontier Gambler
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Sam Newfield
Starring: John Bromfield, Coleen Gray, Kent Taylor, Jim Davis
The King and I
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Walter Lang
Starring: Yul Brynner, Deborah Kerr, Rita Moreno, Martin Benson
Country: United States of America
June 26, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 26, 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:
Man Against Crime
Release year: 1956
Opportunity Knocks
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Donald Petrie
Adventure Theater
Release year: 1956
Panorama
Release year: 1956
Lui e lei
Release year: 1956
June 26, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 26, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Birth Of Britain
By: Winston S. Churchill
The Birth of Britain is the opening volume of A History of the English Speaking Peoples by Winston Churchill, the four-volume book that has been immensely popular and easy to read.
The Search For Bridey Murphy
By: Morey Bernstein
This classic was first published in 1956 and is still relevant to today's New Age audience. It is well documented that Bridey Murphy, an Irish woman who spoke to a hypnotized patient through her Irish accent, was a true story.
Eloise
By: Kay Thompson and Hilary Knight
Meet Eloise, the adorable little darling of The Plaza Hotel in New York!
Bay Window Bohemia
By: Oscar Lewis
Bay Window Bohemia: The Brilliang Artistic World Of Gaslit San Fr by Lewis, Oscar
Gift From The Sea
By: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.
Who was the US President on June 26, 1956?
On June 26, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 26, 1956?
On June 26, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 26, 1956?
On June 26, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about June 26th?
June 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of June. 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 June 26th, such as:
- 2019 - Three suicide bombers tried to storm a balochistan police housing complex. guards killed one of the attackers. the two other attackers entered and set themselves on fire, killing a senior officer and injuring five more. the pakistani taliban claimed responsibility
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: eastern daraa offensive (june 2018: syrian army troops and liwa al-quds militiamen take control of busra al-harir, in the southern daraa governorate. recent fighting has caused approximately 45,000 displacements in the region. (bbc).syrian state media reports that two israeli missiles hit targets near damascus international airport, including an iranian cargo aircraft just landing.
- 2017 - Colombian peace process: the united nations confirms the farc's disarmament process is complete. former rebels will be able to transition to civilian life, and the group will become a legal political party.
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 June 1956?
June 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
