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August 27, 1957 was the 239th day of the year 1957, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 27, 1957 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 27, 1957, who was born and died on August 27, 1957, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 1957, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. The Three Faces of Eve, directed by Nunnally Johnson), TV series (e.g. O Corcunda De Notre Dame) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 1957 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 27, 1957?
- August 27, 1957: What happened on that day?
- August 27, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 27, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 27, 1957?
- August 27, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 27, 1957: What famous people died on that day?
- August 27, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 27, 1957: Number 1 song on that day
- August 27, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 27, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 27, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 27, 1957?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1957?
- Who was the Pope on August 27, 1957?
What day of the week was August 27, 1957?
August 27, 1957 was a Tuesday and it was the 239th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 27, 1957 can also be written as 8/27/1957 in the US and as 27/8/1957 in UK and Europe.
August 27, 1957: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 27, 1957:
- Hickory smoke wins hambletonian stakes
- The constitution of malaysia comes into force.
August 27, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 27, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 1957 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 27, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 27, 1957 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 1957 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 August 27, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 08:56 am and setting at 09:20 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1957.
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Who was born on August 27, 1957?
Famous people born on August 27, 1957:
- Bern Bernhard Langer
Professional golfer who has won multiple major championships.
- Jeff Grubb
American game designer and author.
- Johnny Cunningham
- Jean-Yves Berteloot
- Taylor MacDonald
- Rosa De Pasquale
- Patrizia Fontana
- Kenji Nagai
Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:
![Aaron Paul]()
Aaron PaulAaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.
![Tom Ford]()
Tom FordFord, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.
![Paul Reubens]()
Paul ReubensAmerican comedian, better known as pee wee herman.
![Tuesday Weld]()
Tuesday WeldAmerican actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.
![Peter Stormare]()
Peter StormareSwedish actor, director, and playwright.
![Neha Dhupia]()
Neha DhupiaIndian actress and model.
![Chandra Wilson]()
Chandra WilsonChandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.
![Harry Reems]()
Harry ReemsAmerican porn actor (d. 2013).
![Antonia Fraser]()
Antonia FraserEnglish author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.
![Martha Raye]()
Martha RayeAmerican entertainer.
August 27, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 66 years 7 months old,
or 799 months and 28 days old,
or 3478 weeks and 1 day old,
or 24347 days old,
if you were born on August 27, 1957.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 August 27, 1957?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 1957?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 27, 1957.
August 27, 1957: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on August 27th?
Famous deaths on August 27th:
![Jinx Falkenburg]()
Jinx FalkenburgAmerican actress known for her work in films and television.
![Greg Morris]()
Greg MorrisAmerican actor.
![Gracie Allen]()
Gracie AllenAmerican comedian and actress (born 1895).
- Gabbie Petito
Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.
- Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.
- Margaret Bourke-White
Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...
- Rishikesh Mukherjee
Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.
- Jaysiah Washington
Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
- Tryson Wapakhabulo
Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.
- Haile Selassie
Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...
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August 27, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 27, 1957:
- Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
- Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
- RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
August 27, 1957: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 27, 1957 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 26th and September 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 27, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 1957 was (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 26th and September 1st.
August 27, 1957: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 27, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 26th and September 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
- Debbie Reynolds - Tammy
- The Everly Brothers - Bye Bye Love
- Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
- The Coasters - Searchin'
August 27, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 26th and September 1st.
August 27, 1957: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 27, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 26th and September 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
- Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
- Lonnie Donegan - Gamblin' Man / Putting On The Style
- Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
- Russ Hamilton - We Will Make Love
August 27, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 27, 1957 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Three Faces of Eve
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Nunnally Johnson
Starring: Joanne Woodward, David Wayne, Lee J. Cobb, Edwin Jerome
Country: United States of America
A King in New York
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Charles Chaplin
Starring: Charles Chaplin, Maxine Audley, Jerry Desmonde, Oliver Johnston
Country: United States of America
Monpti
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Helmut Käutner
Starring: Romy Schneider, Horst Buchholz, Mara Lane, Boy Gobert
The Beasts of Marseilles
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Hugo Fregonese
Starring: Stephen Boyd, James Robertson Justice, Tony Wright, Anna Gaylor
Campbell's Kingdom
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Ralph Thomas
Starring: Dirk Bogarde, Stanley Baker, Michael Craig, Barbara Murray
August 27, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 27, 1957 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
O Corcunda de Notre Dame
Release year: 1957
Open House
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Hi Mom
Release year: 1957
Dead Giveaway
Release year: 1957
Directed by: David J. Stern
Escape
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Roar Uthaug
August 27, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 27, 1957 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Pink Hotel
By: Dorothy Erskine and Patrick Dennis
Dust jacket notes: "It is a large, if admittedly quite peculiar, world, and there are all kinds of people in it, especially in resort hotels during season.
Take My Life
By: Eddie Cantor
TAKE MY LIVE is Eddie Cantor’s autobiography. It contains stories and anecdotes about Eddie, Ida, their wonderful five-girl family, and Eddie's friends, including the legendary names
The Short Reign Of Pippin Iv
By: John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck's only political satire, The Short Reign of Pippin IV turns the French Revolution upside-down as Pippin Heristal, an amateur astronomer, is drafted to lead the country.
Rascals In Paradise
By: James A. Michener and Grove Day
A thrilling collection of adventure stories by James A. Michener, nonfiction, returns to the most stunning place on Earth: the Islands that inspired Tales of the South Pacific.
Who was the US President on August 27, 1957?
On August 27, 1957 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1957?
On August 27, 1957 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 27, 1957?
On August 27, 1957 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 27th?
August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of August. 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 August 27th, such as:
- 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
- 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
- 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.
What happened in 1957?
1957 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Blondie situation comedy premieres on NBC TV
- Elvis Presley makes his 7th and final appearance on Ed Sullivan Show
- Dutch Newspaper Society expels communist daily paper Truth
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What was the calendar for August 1957?
August 1957 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
