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August 18, 1954 was the 230th day of the year 1954, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 18, 1954 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 18, 1954, who was born and died on August 18, 1954, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 1954, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shake, Rattle, and Roll by Bill Haley & His Comets), movies (e.g. Dawn at Socorro, directed by George Sherman), TV series (e.g. Paradise Island) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 1954 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 18, 1954?
- August 18, 1954: What happened on that day?
- August 18, 1954: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 18, 1954: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 18, 1954?
- August 18, 1954: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 18, 1954: What famous people died on that day?
- August 18, 1954: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 18, 1954: Number 1 song on that day
- August 18, 1954: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 18, 1954: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 18, 1954: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 18, 1954?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1954?
- Who was the Pope on August 18, 1954?
What day of the week was August 18, 1954?
August 18, 1954 was a Wednesday and it was the 230th day of the year 1954 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 18, 1954 can also be written as 8/18/1954 in the US and as 18/8/1954 in UK and Europe.
August 18, 1954: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 18, 1954:
- James e wilkins is 1st black to attend a us cabinet meeting
August 18, 1954: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo 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 18, 1954: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 1954 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 1954 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 18, 1954: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 18, 1954 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 1954 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 18, 1954 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 09:48 pm and setting at 12:18 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 14, 1954 while the next full moon would come on Sep 12, 1954.
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Who was born on August 18, 1954?
Famous people born on August 18, 1954:
- Umberto Guidoni
Italian astronaut, one of two astronauts that participated in the unsuccessful shuttle mission on 2/22/1996.
- Carlo Cottarelli
Italian economist and former director of the International Monetary Fund.
- Angela Dimitriou
Greek singer.
- Gregg Leakes
Reality star.
- Laura Bernieri
Bernieri, an american script writer, producer, and distributor of independent movies, is an entertainment entrepreneur.
- Rickey Green
- Winnie Holzman
- Giorgio Pagano
- Cho Young-jeung
- Tetjana Skačko
- Jan Peters
- Ugolino Cossu
- Letizia De Torre
- Rick Engles
Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:
![Robert Redford]()
Robert RedfordAmerican actor, director, environmental activist.
![Mae West]()
Mae WestMae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...
![Kaitlin Olson]()
Kaitlin OlsonKaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...
![Patrick Swayze]()
Patrick SwayzeAmerican stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.
![Edward Norton]()
Edward NortonAmerican actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.
![Andy Samberg]()
Andy SambergAndy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...
![Alex Honnold]()
Alex HonnoldAlex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...
![Christian Slater]()
Christian SlaterChristian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.
![Roman Polanski]()
Roman PolanskiFrench director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".
![Madeleine Stowe]()
Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...
August 18, 1954: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 69 years 8 months old,
or 836 months and 6 days old,
or 3636 weeks
or 25452 days old,
if you were born on August 18, 1954.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 18, 1954?
There are 117 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 1954?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 18, 1954.
August 18, 1954: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 18, 1954:
- Hermila Galindo
What famous deaths happened on August 18th?
Famous deaths on August 18th:
![Persis Khambatta]()
Persis KhambattaEast indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.
![Mildred Davis]()
Mildred DavisActress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.
![Robert Novak]()
Robert NovakAmerican journalist and commentator (born in 1931).
![Ben Cross]()
Ben CrossEnglish stage and film actor (b. 1947).
![John Kerr]()
John Kerr18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).
![Beverly Bayne]()
Beverly BayneActress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.
- Kafi Annan
Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Brigitt Haque
Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.
- Walter Chrysler
American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.
- Tola Rotimi
Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.
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August 18, 1954: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 18, 1954:
- RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
- Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
August 18, 1954: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 18, 1954 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 16th and August 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 18, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 1954 was Shake, Rattle, and Roll by Bill Haley & His Comets, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 18, 1954: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 18, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Haley & His Comets - Shake, Rattle, and Roll
August 18, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 1954 was Cara Mia by David Whitfield With Mantovani & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 18, 1954: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 18, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- David Whitfield With Mantovani & His Orchestra - Cara Mia
- Kitty Kallen - Little Things Mean A Lot
- Frank Sinatra - Three Coins In The Fountain
- Perry Como - Idle Gossip
- Doris Day - Secret Love
August 18, 1954: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 18, 1954 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Dawn at Socorro
Release year: 1954
Directed by: George Sherman
Starring: Rory Calhoun, Piper Laurie, David Brian, Kathleen Hughes
The Black Knight
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Tay Garnett
Starring: Alan Ladd, Patricia Medina, André Morell, Harry Andrews
Boot Polish
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Prakash Arora
Starring: Kumari Naaz, Rattan Kumar, David Abraham, Chand Burke
Her Twelve Men
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Robert Z. Leonard
Starring: Greer Garson, Robert Ryan, Barry Sullivan, Richard Haydn
The Beachcomber
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Muriel Box
Starring: Glynis Johns, Robert Newton, Donald Sinden, Paul Rogers
August 18, 1954: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 18, 1954 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Paradise Island
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Bert Glennon
Gamble on Love
Release year: 1954
The Blue Angel
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Josef von Sternberg
A Time to Live
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Rick Wallace
Happy Holidays
Release year: 1954
Directed by: James Ferguson
August 18, 1954: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 18, 1954 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Mr. Hobbs' Vacation
By: Edward Streeter
Book by F. Andrew Leslie. From the novel by Edward Streeter. Leslie. Streeter Edward.
Never Victorious, Never Defeated
By: Taylor Caldwell
Personal Name: Caldwell Taylor, 1900-1985. Main Title: Never victorious, never defeated. Published/Created by McGraw-Hill, New York [1954] Description: 549 p. 21 cm.
The Power Of Positive Thinking
By: Norman Vincent Peale
With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.
Of Whales And Men
By: R.B. Robertson
1954 Alfred A. Knopf Edition. Illustrated hardcover book on whaling
A Wreath For The Enemy
By: Pamela Frankau
"In my youth... I had an overwhelming passion for being like other people. I was unable to reach the romantic world of other people.
Who was the US President on August 18, 1954?
On August 18, 1954 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1954?
On August 18, 1954 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 18, 1954?
On August 18, 1954 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 18th?
August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
- 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
- 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.
What happened in 1954?
1954 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ernest Blochs 4th string quartet, premieres
- Ivan Filin wins Berne marathon
- WSFA TV channel 12 in Montgomery, AL (NBC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for August 1954?
August 1954 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.
