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Thursday December 29, 1955: on this day
December 29, 1955 was the 363rd day of the year 1955, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 29, 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 December 29, 1955, who was born and died on December 29, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. He by Al Hibbler), movies (e.g. The Benny Goodman Story, directed by Valentine Davies), TV series (e.g. Dr. Hudson'S Secret Journal) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 29, 1955?
- December 29, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 29, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 29, 1955?
- December 29, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 29, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- December 29, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 29, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- December 29, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 29, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 29, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 29, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on December 29, 1955?
What day of the week was December 29, 1955?
December 29, 1955 was a Thursday and it was the 363rd day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 29, 1955 can also be written as 12/29/1955 in the US and as 29/12/1955 in UK and Europe.
December 29, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 29, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 29, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 29, 1955 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 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 December 29, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:34 pm and setting at 08:21 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1956.
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Who was born on December 29, 1955?
Famous people born on December 29, 1955:
- Donald D. Hoffman
American quantitative psychologist and author.
- Chris Goodall
English businessman and author.
- Liu Xiaobo
Chinese literary critic, human rights activist (b. 1955).
- Neil Giraldo
Rocker (pat benatar band).
- James Malloy
American homicide suspect believed to have killed daniel vallone.
- Jan Pijnenburg
Dutch rock drummer (doe maar - "bomb").
- Gustave Parking
- Angelo Farrugia
- Antonio Iezzi
- Pavel Složil
- Jan Versleijen
- Chubby Cox
- Federico Pinedo
- Jim Allen
Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:
![Patricia Clarkson]()
Patricia ClarksonAward-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Green Mile and Pieces of April.
![Jude Law]()
Jude LawRenowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.
![Jon Voight]()
Jon VoightAmerican actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...
![Ted Danson]()
Ted DansonAmerican actor.
![Diego Luna]()
Diego LunaMexican actor, director and producer.
![Alison Brie]()
Alison BrieAlison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.
![Ross Lynch]()
Ross LynchAmerican actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.
![Jane Levy]()
Jane LevyTv actress.
![Leonor Varela]()
Leonor VarelaModel and actress from chile, both american and chilean.
![Mekhi Phifer]()
Mekhi PhiferAmerican actor.
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December 29, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 3 months old,
or 819 months and 18 days old,
or 3563 weeks and 5 days old,
or 24946 days old,
if you were born on December 29, 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 December 29, 1955?
There are 257 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 29, 1955.
December 29, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on December 29th?
Famous deaths on December 29th:
![Peggy Cummins]()
Peggy CumminsIrish actress (b. 1925).
![Lita Grey]()
Lita GreyAmerican actress (born in 1908).
![Vivienne Segal]()
Vivienne SegalAt 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.
- Reginna Maria Rilke
Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.
- Alekai Laiho
Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.
- Joseff Cornell
Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.
- Syvilla
Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.
- Christina Rossetti
The sister of d.g.
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December 29, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 29, 1955:
- The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
December 29, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 29, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 26th and January 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 29, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1955 was He by Al Hibbler, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 29, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 29, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Al Hibbler - He
- Roger Williams - Autumn Leaves
- Art Mooney & His Orchestra - (I'm Getting) Nuttin' For Christmas
December 29, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 29, 1955 was Just Walkin' In The Rain by Johnnie Ray, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.
December 29, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 29, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnnie Ray - Just Walkin' In The Rain
- Bill Haley & His Comets - Rock Around The Clock
- Frankie Vaughan - The Green Door
- Guy Mitchell - Singing The Blues
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
December 29, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 29, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Benny Goodman Story
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Valentine Davies
Starring: Steve Allen, Donna Reed, Berta Gersten, Barry Truex
La doncella de piedra
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Miguel M. Delgado
Starring: Elsa Aguirre, Víctor Manuel Mendoza, Armando Silvestre, José Elías Moreno
Smiles of a Summer Night
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Ingmar Bergman
Starring: Ulla Jacobsson, Eva Dahlbeck, Harriet Andersson, Margit Carlqvist
Country: United States of America
Day the World Ended
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Roger Corman
Starring: Richard Denning, Lori Nelson, Adele Jergens, Mike Connors
Country: United States of America
Devdas
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Bimal Roy
Starring: Dilip Kumar, Vyjayanthimala, Motilal, Suchitra Sen
December 29, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 29, 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:
Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Harry R. Sherman
The Adventures of Long John Silver
Release year: 1955
Directed by: *
Sheena: Queen of the Jungle
Release year: 1955
Directed by: John Guillermin
Here and Now
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Fabien Constant
Perspective
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jason Drakeford
December 29, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 29, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Deer Park
By: Norman Mailer
Desert D'Or is a private oasis located in the middle of the cactus wilds, just two hundred miles from Hollywood. It's a haven for directors, stars, studio execs and all the other wannabe stars.
A Charmed Life
By: Mary McCarthy
In this hilarious autobiographical novel by Mary McCarthy, bestselling author Mary McCarthy (an actress and budding playwright), the life of a writer is turned upside down.
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!"
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 December 29, 1955?
On December 29, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1955?
On December 29, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 29, 1955?
On December 29, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about December 29th?
December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:
- 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
- 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
- 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".
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 December 1955?
December 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
