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February 29, 1952 was the 60th day of the year 1952, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.
Is February 29, 1952 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 29, 1952, who was born and died on February 29, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 29, 1952, which were the most popular songs (ex. Wheel of Fortune by Bell Sisters), movies (e.g. The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men, directed by Ken Annakin), TV series (e.g. Helena) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 29th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 29, 1952?
- February 29, 1952: What happened on that day?
- February 29, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 29, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 29, 1952?
- February 29, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 29, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
- February 29, 1952: Number 1 song on that day
- February 29, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 29, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 29, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 29, 1952?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 29, 1952?
- Who was the Pope on February 29, 1952?
What day of the week was February 29, 1952?
February 29, 1952 was a Friday and it was the 60th day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 29, 1952 can also be written as 2/29/1952 in the US and as 29/2/1952 in UK and Europe.
February 29, 1952: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 29, 1952:
- Ladies figure skating championship in paris won by jacqueline du bief of france.
- Ice pairs championship at paris won by ria falk and paul falk of germany.
- Ice dance championship at paris france won by westwood and demmy (great britain).
- The island of heligoland is restored to german authority.
February 29, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 29th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.
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February 29, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 29, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on February 29th, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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February 29, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 29, 1952 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 29, 1952 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 February 29, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 08:22 am and setting at 11:09 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 11, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Mar 11, 1952.
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Who was born on February 29, 1952?
Famous people born on February 29, 1952:
- Bartt Stupak
Former U.S.
- Pierre Blaise
Pierre blaise was a french actor known for his role in the film 'lacombe, lucien'.
- Tim Powers
American author and educator.
- Raisa Smetanina
Ussr -- cross-country skier (1976.
- Tim[othy] Powers
United states -- sci-fi author (epitaph in rust, night moves).
- Raul Gonzalez
Mexican speed walker 50km (world record).
- Giovanni Fedrigo
- Francisco Burillo Mozota
- René Cortázar
- Patricio Contesse
- Oswaldo Payá
Whose famous birthday is on February 29th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 29th:
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Tony RobbinsTony robbins is a well-known self-help author and motivational speaker, best known for his seminars and self-help books.
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Ja RuleJa rule is a rapper and actor known for his successful music career in the early 2000s and for his collaborations with other artists.
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Michèle MorganFrench actress, who received acclaim at the age of 18, for her role in the film "quai des brumes", one year after she made her debut in...
![Dennis Farina]()
Dennis FarinaDennis farina was an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as law & order and snatch.
![Dinah Shore]()
Dinah ShoreAmerican entertainer.
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Alex RoccoActor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).
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Antonio SabatoAntonio sabato is an italian-american actor known for his roles in various soap operas such as general hospital and the bold and the...
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Frank WoodleyFrank woodley is an australian comedian known for his physical comedy and slapstick style.
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Joss AcklandLondon, england -- actor ("queenie, to kill a priest").
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February 29, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 72 years 1 month old,
or 865 months and 21 days old,
or 3764 weeks
or 26348 days old,
if you were born on February 29, 1952.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 29, 1952?
There are 315 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 29, 1952?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 29, 1952.
February 29, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 29, 1952:
- Sarah Ann Jenyns
Australian entrepreneur (b. 1865).
What famous deaths happened on February 29th?
Famous deaths on February 29th:
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Davy JonesEnglish singer, guitarist and actor (b. 1945).
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Dieter LaserGerman actor (b. 1942).
- Joycelin Bates
Renowned physicist known for her work in the field of superconductivity.
- Dalma Döbrentei
Hungarian astronomer known for her work on comets and celestial mechanics.
- Jerome Lawrence
American playwright, who was a collaboration with robert e. lee since 1942.
- Edith Wake
Edith Wake was a British novelist who wrote several novels set in the English countryside.
- Ramon Casas
Ramon Casas was a Spanish artist known for his modernist paintings and portraits.
- Ina Coolbrith
Pioneering poet and the first California Poet Laureate.
- Pat Garrett
U.
- Dennis Danell
American singer/guitarist (social distortion), (d. 2000).
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February 29, 1952: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 29, 1952 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 25th and March 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 29, 1952: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 29, 1952 was Wheel of Fortune by Bell Sisters, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.
February 29, 1952: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 29, 1952 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bell Sisters - Wheel of Fortune
February 29, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 29, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Ken Annakin
Starring: Richard Todd, Joan Rice, Peter Finch, James Hayter
Country: United States of America
The Sniper
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Edward Dmytryk
Starring: Arthur Franz, Adolphe Menjou, Gerald Mohr, Marie Windsor
The Marrying Kind
Release year: 1952
Directed by: George Cukor
Starring: Judy Holliday, Aldo Ray, Madge Kennedy, Sheila Bond
Tarzan's Savage Fury
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Cy Endfield
Starring: Lex Barker, Dorothy Hart, Patric Knowles, Charles Korvin
Rancho Notorious
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Fritz Lang
Starring: Marlene Dietrich, Arthur Kennedy, Mel Ferrer, Gloria Henry
Country: United States of America
February 29, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 29, 1952 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Helena
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Alfonso Ciccarelli
The Broken Horseshoe
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Martyn C. Webster
Death Valley Days
Release year: 1952
Starring: Stanley Andrews
Country: United States of America
Winner Take All
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Paul Bogart
That Reminds Me
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Jenny Paul, Wendy Seyb, Monica Cangero
February 29, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 29, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Cruel Sea
By: Nicholas Monsarrat
This is a powerful novel about the North Atlantic in World Wat II. It tells the story of the British ships Compass Rose, Saltash, and their desperate cat-and mouse game with Nazi Uboats.
Show Biz
By: Abel Green and Joe Laurie Jr
Hardback compendium/chronology, detailed history of popular theatre, radio, film and television, 1905-1950. It is written in a clear and easy-to-read style. Good sourcebook. Exhaustive index.
Winds Of Morning
By: Harold Lenoir Davis
This novel is a stirring and provocative tale about the American Northwest in 1920s. Written with the same buoyant energy, sharp characterization, pungent wisdom, and the same vivid imagination that H.L.
The Sea Around Us
By: Rachel Carson
The Sea Around Us was published in 1951 and is one of the most successful books ever about the natural world. Rachel Carson's unique ability to combine scientific insight and moving, poetic prose saw her book rise to the top …
Who was the US President on February 29, 1952?
On February 29, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 29, 1952?
On February 29, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on February 29, 1952?
On February 29, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about February 29th?
February 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of February. 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 February 29th, such as:
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): a suicide bomber attacked a shiite funeral in miqdadiyah governorate. at least 40 people were killed and 58 more were injured. the attack was claimed by isil.
- 2012 - Twenty people are killed in violence in the xinjiang area of china.
- 2008 - Since december 1988, american television show the young and the restless is the highest-rated daytime drama in america. it has been ranked number one for over 1000 consecutive weeks.
What happened in 1952?
1952 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Mr Potato Head, introduced
- 1st black executive of a major TV station
- Gerald D Lascelles (under English Princess Mary) weds Angela Dowding
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What was the calendar for February 1952?
February 1952 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.
