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April 27, 1955 was the 117th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is April 27, 1955 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 27, 1955, who was born and died on April 27, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 27, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Bill Hayes), movies (e.g. Daddy Long Legs, directed by Jean Negulesco), TV series (e.g. Science Fiction Theatre) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 27th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 27, 1955?
- April 27, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 27, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 27, 1955?
- April 27, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 27, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- April 27, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 27, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- April 27, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 27, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 27, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 27, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 27, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on April 27, 1955?
What day of the week was April 27, 1955?
April 27, 1955 was a Wednesday and it was the 117th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 27, 1955 can also be written as 4/27/1955 in the US and as 27/4/1955 in UK and Europe.
April 27, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 27th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 27, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 27, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 27th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 27, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 27, 1955 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 27, 1955 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 April 27, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 10:30 am and setting at 01:27 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 07, 1955 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1955.
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Who was born on April 27, 1955?
Famous people born on April 27, 1955:
![Eric Schmidt]()
Eric SchmidtAmerican businessman and engineer.
- Pierrick Hiard
French soccer/football player who was a member of the french national team in 1982.
- Dodi Al Fayed
Egyptian businessman known for his ownership of Harrods department store.
- Gudrun Berend
German hurdler (d. 2011).
- Cora Ann Mahalick
New jersey, united states -- news anchor wnyw-tv.
- James Risen
- Francesco Paolo Sisto
- Piercarlo Fabbio
- David Whitehurst
- Dan Frisa
- Andreas Gregor
- Katsuyuki Kawachi
- Silvio Pons
Whose famous birthday is on April 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 27th:
![Casey Kasem]()
Casey KasemAmerican "musical countdown king radio disk jockey" who created and hosted "america's top 40" from 1988 to 1988.
![Arielle Dombasle]()
Arielle DombasleAmerican-born french singer and actress (archeologist father).
![Anouk Aimée]()
Anouk AiméeFrench actress, who made her film debut in 1947.
![Jack Klugman]()
Jack KlugmanJack klugman was an american tv actor known for his roles in 'the odd couple' and 'quincy, m.e.
![Sheena Easton]()
Sheena EastonA scottish/american singer and entertainer was selected to appear on a bbc-tv program about making a pop star.
![Ludmila Mikaël]()
Ludmila MikaëlFrench stage and film actress, born to painter pierre dmitrienko, she was a member of the 'coma(c)die-franassaise".
![William Moseley]()
William MoseleyWilliam moseley is a british actor best known for his role as peter pevensie in the chronicles of narnia film series.
![Sandy Dennis]()
Sandy DennisAmerican actress.
![Erik Thomson]()
Erik ThomsonAn australian actor of scottish descent, he is best known for his roles as hades in "hercules: the legendary journeys", dr.
![Ari Graynor]()
Ari GraynorAmerican actress known for her roles in comedies and dramas.
April 27, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 69 years and 1 day old,
or 828 months and 1 day old,
or 3600 weeks and 4 days old,
or 25204 days old,
if you were born on April 27, 1955.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 April 27, 1955?
There are 0 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 27, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 27, 1955.
April 27, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on April 27th?
Famous deaths on April 27th:
![Vinod Khanna]()
Vinod KhannaIndian film actor and producer known for his work in Bollywood films.
![Jerry Springer]()
Jerry SpringerThe jerry springer show, a british-american talk show host, is a controversial, violent and confrontational television program.
![Katherine DeMille]()
Katherine DeMilleCanadian-american actress (b. 1911).
- Edward R. Murrow
Edward R. Murrow was an American broadcast journalist and war correspondent who was a major figure in American journalism during the...
- Kenston Emerson
Kenston Emerson was a prominent American essayist, philosopher, and poet who played a significant role in the Transcendentalist movement.
- Tilley Emerson
Tilley Emerson was an American essayist and philosopher who was a leading figure in the Transcendentalist movement.
- Greycen Emerson
Greycen Emerson was a prominent American essayist, philosopher, and poet who was a leading figure in the Transcendentalist movement.
- Jarrius Emerson
Jarrius Emerson was a prominent American essayist and philosopher known for his contributions to the Transcendentalist movement.
- Ezeriah Emerson
Ezeriah Emerson was a prominent essayist and philosopher who influenced the Transcendentalist movement in American literature.
- Wake Emerson
Wake Emerson was a prominent American poet and essayist known for his transcendentalist philosophy.
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April 27, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 27, 1955:
- Rochester, NY: Al Franken Day.
- Catalonia: Montserrat's Day (see Montserrat).
- South Africa: Freedom day.
- Slovenia: Day of Uprising Against Occupation.
Saints celebrated on April 27, 1955:
- Saint Liberalis
- Saint Mariana
- Saint Floribert
- Saint Zita Lombardo
April 27, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 27, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 25th and May 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 27, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 27, 1955 was The Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Bill Hayes, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 27, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 27, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 25th and May 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
- Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
April 27, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 27, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 27, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 27, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 25th and May 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tony Bennett - Stranger In Paradise
- Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
- Al Hibbler - Unchained Melody
April 27, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 27, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Daddy Long Legs
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jean Negulesco
Starring: Fred Astaire, Leslie Caron, Terry Moore, Thelma Ritter
Country: United States of America
La vida no vale nada
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Rogelio A. González
Starring: Pedro Infante, Rosario Granados, Domingo Soler, Magda Guzmán
A Kid for Two Farthings
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Carol Reed
Starring: Celia Johnson, Diana Dors, David Kossoff, Joe Robinson
Maternidad imposible
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Emilio Gómez Muriel
Starring: María Elena Marqués, Emilia Guiú, Armando Calvo, Ernesto Alonso
Shotgun
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Lesley Selander
Starring: Sterling Hayden, Yvonne De Carlo, Zachary Scott, Guy Prescott
April 27, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 27, 1955 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Science Fiction Theatre
Release year: 1955
Directed by: n/a
Starring: Truman Bradley
Country: United States of America
Engenho das Almas
Release year: 1955
Have a Heart
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Not specifed
April 27, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 27, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
A Train Of Powder
By: Rebecca West
A Train of Powder, like most of Rebecca West's reporting, is great literature. These accounts of four controversial trials, written between 1946 and 1954 explore the nature and consequences of crime.
How To Live 365 Days A Year
By: John A. Schindler
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.
A Man Called Peter
By: Catherine Marshall
Catherine Marshall, in the Preface to A Man Called Peter tells about a dream she had following Peter Marshall's passing. Peter was working in a rose-garden and said, "I!"
Gertrude Lawrence As Mrs. A.
By: Richard Stoddard Aldrich
Gertrude Lawrence as Mrs. Q by Richard Stoddard Aldrich Greystone 1954, LCCC# 54-119770. 414 pages. NF/VG.
Who was the US President on April 27, 1955?
On April 27, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 27, 1955?
On April 27, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 27, 1955?
On April 27, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about April 27th?
April 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of April. 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 April 27th, such as:
- 2019 - Official video for taylor swift's song "me!" the official video for taylor swift's "me" premiered thursday night. it broke vevo's record of the largest debut with at least 56.9 million views in 24 hours.
- 2018 - As protests enter their fifth week, the united nations high commissioner zeid ra'ad al hussein requests israel to stop using lethal force. israeli defence forces are openly firing again, even using live ammunition.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reported a large explosion close to damascus international airport, followed by a fire. according to the syrian government, israel attacked the military base with multiple missiles. yisrael katz, israeli intelligence minister, stated that the strike was in complete agreement with israel's policies. (bbc) (wires via sydney morning herald: israeli air defense command shot down a syrian air force drone with a mim-104 patriot missile.
What happened in 1955?
1955 was filled with very interesting events such as
- WBBJ TV channel 7 in Jackson, TN (ABC) begins broadcasting
- Catch a Star opens at Plymouth Theater NYC for 23 performances
- J van Tilburg appointed Governor of Suriname
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What was the calendar for April 1955?
April 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
