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April 28, 1955 was the 118th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is April 28, 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 28, 1955, who was born and died on April 28, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 28, 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 28th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 28, 1955?
- April 28, 1955: What happened on that day?
- April 28, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 28, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 28, 1955?
- April 28, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 28, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- April 28, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 28, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- April 28, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 28, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 28, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 28, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 28, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on April 28, 1955?
What day of the week was April 28, 1955?
April 28, 1955 was a Thursday and it was the 118th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 28, 1955 can also be written as 4/28/1955 in the US and as 28/4/1955 in UK and Europe.
April 28, 1955: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 28, 1955:
- Wbiq tv channel 10 in birmingham, al (pbs) begins broadcasting
April 28, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 28th 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 28, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 28, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 28th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 28, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 28, 1955 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 28, 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 28, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 11:40 am and setting at 02:04 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 28, 1955?
Famous people born on April 28, 1955:
- Saeb Erekat
Saeb Erekat was a Palestinian politician and diplomat who served as the Secretary-General of the Palestine Liberation Organization.
- Dieter Rubach
German producer and bassist (accept and u.d.
- Eddie Jobson
English keyboard player and violinist.
- Antonia
Duchess of wellington.
- Nicky Gumbel
English priest and author.
- Arielle Dombasle
Actress.
- Eric Schmidt
Businessman.
- Eddie Jobson rock violinist (Zappa
United kingdom, roxy music "for your pleasure".
- Bertrand Renard
- Giovanni Paganin
- Pat Evans
- Jim Boylan
- William Kentridge
- Dino Marsan
- Douglas Northway
- Tobin Sprout
- Djamel Zidane
Whose famous birthday is on April 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 28th:
![Jessica Alba]()
Jessica AlbaAmerican actress who rose to prominence in television and film in the late 1990s.
![Penélope Cruz]()
Penélope CruzSpanish actress.
![Min-sik Choi]()
Min-sik ChoiMin-sik choi is a south korean actor known for his roles in popular films such as oldboy and i saw the devil.
![Jacques Dutronc]()
Jacques DutroncFrench singer, songwriter and guitarist.
![Bridget Moynahan]()
Bridget MoynahanBridget moynahan is an american actress known for her roles in movies and tv shows such as 'i, robot' and 'blue bloods'.
![Jay Leno]()
Jay LenoAmerican comedian, talk show host and commercial pitchman.
![Harper Lee]()
Harper LeeAmerican author of "to kill a mockingbird", a 1961 pulitzer prize winning novel.
![Kim Gordon]()
Kim GordonAmerican singer, visual artist, musician, producer, video director and fashion designer.
![Carolyn Jones]()
Carolyn JonesAmerican actress.
![Paul Guilfoyle]()
Paul GuilfoyleAmerican actor.
April 28, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 11 months old,
or 827 months and 28 days old,
or 3600 weeks
or 25200 days old,
if you were born on April 28, 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 28, 1955?
There are 3 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 28, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 28, 1955.
April 28, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 28, 1955:
- Lode Cantens
Flemish playwriting (gnomes of the city), ends at 43.
What famous deaths happened on April 28th?
Famous deaths on April 28th:
![Rory Calhoun]()
Rory CalhounAmerican actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".
![Ed Begley]()
Ed BegleyHartford, connecticut -- actor (mr koppel - leave it to larry).
![Patricia Medina]()
Patricia MedinaEnglish actress (b. 1919).
- Joshiah Willard Gibbs
Known for his contributions to thermodynamics and physical chemistry.
- Marri Sivaram
Distinguished war correspondent known for his insightful analysis.
- Penelopi Fitzgerald
British author celebrated for her literary fiction.
- Gopinath Mohanty
Gopinath Mohanty was a renowned Oriya writer and novelist, known for his works like 'Danapani' and 'Amrutara Santana'.
- Amaka Igwe
Renowned Nigerian screenwriter and film producer.
- Madalee Milton
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
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April 28, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 28, 1955:
- Arbor Day - legal state holiday in Nebraska, USA.
- National Heroes Day - public holiday in Barbados in honor of men and women who played a significant role in the island nation's history, such as Sir Garfield Sobers.
- Peter Chanel
- Louis Marie Grignon of Montfort
- Luchesius
- Patritius
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Theodora and Didymus
- World Day for Safety and Health at Work, which developed from the Canadian observance.
- National Day of Mourning in Canada to commemorate workers killed, injured, or suffering illness due to occupational hazards and accidents.
- Roman Empire - first day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.
Observances on April 28, 1955:
- International Girls in ICT Day [ITU]
- World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Saints celebrated on April 28, 1955:
- Saints Vitalis and Valeria
April 28, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 28, 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 28, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 28, 1955 was The Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Bill Hayes, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 28, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 28, 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 28, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 28, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week April 25th and May 1st.
April 28, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 28, 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 28, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 28, 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 28, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 28, 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 28, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 28, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Love Is Eternal
By: Irving Stone
A young, politically-minded woman and an awkward lawyer married and became President and First Lady.
The Breaking Wave
By: Nevil Shute
The Breaking Wave, one of Nevil Shutes' most moving and psychologically compelling novels, is set in the year immediately after World War II.
To The One I Love The Best
By: Ludwig Bemelmans
Best deal for condition ............ with 255 pages unused ............ Minor scratches and tears at DJ with small tape, but overall VG .......
The Scotswoman
By: Inglis Clark Fletcher
The Scotswoman Hardcover June 10, 1976, Inglis Clark Fletcher
Have Tux, Will Travel
By: Bob Hope
"If I could have my life over again, I would not have the time to do it." Bob Hope Bob Hope is America's favorite comedian and a legend for his wittiness and unmistakable voice.
Who was the US President on April 28, 1955?
On April 28, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 28, 1955?
On April 28, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 28, 1955?
On April 28, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about April 28th?
April 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:
- 2019 - Terrorists storm a church, in burkina faso's soum province. six people are killed. the pastor, his two sons and three worshippers are among the victims.
- 2018 - Israel launched airstrikes against hamas ships in gaza's harbor and a hamas building at deir al balah as a response to ongoing and sometimes violent protests.
- 2017 - Tsunami warnings were issued after a 6.8 earthquake struck the philippines' mindanao coast.
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.
