Sunday January 29, 1956: on this day

January 29, 1956 was the 29th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is January 29, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 29, 1956, who was born and died on January 29, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 29, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. The Conqueror, directed by Dick Powell), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 29th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 29, 1956?


January 29, 1956 was a Sunday and it was the 29th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 29, 1956 can also be written as 1/29/1956 in the US and as 29/1/1956 in UK and Europe.

January 29, 1956 in January 1956 calendar

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January 29, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 29th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 29, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 29, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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January 29, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 29, 1956 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 29, 1956 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 January 29, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 08:03 pm and setting at 08:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 27, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Feb 26, 1956.

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Who was born on January 29, 1956?


Famous people born on January 29, 1956:

  • Irlene Mandrell

    Successful entrepreneur known for her ventures in the entertainment industry.

  • Éric Woerth

    French politician, who was elected da (c)puta (c) for oise 2002 and served as treasurer of ump until he resigned july 2010.

  • Amii Stewart

    American singer and dancer.

  • Jan Kolski

    Polish cinematographer and screenwriter for director.

  • Anton Otulakowski

    English footballer.

  • Philippe Vuilque
  • Mori Eskandani
  • Pasqualino Borsellino
  • Ian Davies
  • Matei Vișniec
  • Mariam binti Abdul Aziz
  • Sjarhej Baroŭski
  • Jan Jakub Kolski

Whose famous birthday is on January 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 29th:

  • Oprah Winfrey
    Oprah Winfrey

    American talk show hostess and actress, as well as a business executive.

  • W.C. Fields
    W.C. Fields

    Legendary American comedian and actor known for his witty humor and distinctive persona.

  • Susana Giménez
    Susana Giménez

    Susana giménez is an argentine television host, actress, and businesswoman, best known for hosting her own talk show 'susana giménez' and...

  • Katharine Ross
    Katharine Ross

    Katharine ross is an american actress known for her roles in iconic films such as the graduate and butch cassidy and the sundance kid.

  • Heather Graham
    Heather Graham

    Heather graham is a well-known movie actress who gained fame for her roles in films such as boogie nights and austin powers: the spy who...

  • Adam Lambert
    Adam Lambert

    American singer, songwriter, stage actor.

  • Tom Selleck
    Tom Selleck

    American actor.

  • Paul Ryan
    Paul Ryan

    American politician.

  • Justin Hartley
    Justin Hartley

    Justin hartley is an american actor best known for his role as kevin pearson on the tv show 'this is us'.

  • Sara Gilbert
    Sara Gilbert

    American actress, member of a theatrical cast, and sister to melissa gilbert.

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January 29, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 2 months old,

or 818 months and 21 days old,

or 3559 weeks and 5 days old,

or 24918 days old,

if you were born on January 29, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 29, 1956?

There are 286 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 29th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 29, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 29, 1956.

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January 29, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 29, 1956:

  • Henry Mencken

    American editor, writer and satirist.

  • H. L. Mencken

    American journalist and critic (b. 1880).

  • H[enry] L[ouis] Mencken

    American essayist/critic/satirist (smart set), dies in baltimore, maryland at age 75.

  • Pietro Bragaglia
  • Ciro Galvani

What famous deaths happened on January 29th?

Famous deaths on January 29th:

  • Freddie Prinze
    Freddie Prinze

    American comedian and actor, best known for his role in the tv series "chico and the man.

  • Alan Ladd
    Alan Ladd

    Alan Ladd was a renowned American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Shane' and 'This Gun for Hire.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

  • Margaret Truman
    Margaret Truman

    American writer, daughter harry s. truman (1924).

  • Cozy Cole
    Cozy Cole

    American drummer (d. 1981).

  • Tim McCoy
    Tim McCoy

    American actor and military officer (b. 1891).

  • Leif Erickson
    Leif Erickson

    California, united states -- actor ("invaders from mars, on the waterfront").

  • Antonio Molina
    Antonio Molina

    A spanish bus driver was driving a bus full of people when it was submerged in a flood in murcia.

  • Nick Cravat
    Nick Cravat

    Midget (gremlin–twilight zone), succumbs to lung cancer at the age of 81.

  • Eric Schneider
    Eric Schneider

    Missouri executed 35-year-old murderer of two teachers.

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January 29, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 29, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 23rd and January 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 29, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 29, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week January 23rd and January 29th.

January 29, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 29, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 23rd and January 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Great Pretender
  2. - Dungaree Doll

January 29, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 29, 1956 was Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week January 23rd and January 29th.

January 29, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 29, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 23rd and January 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sixteen Tons
  2. - Rock Around The Clock
  3. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  4. - Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
  5. - Rock-A-Beatin' Boogie

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January 29, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 29, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Conqueror

The Conqueror

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Dick Powell

Starring: John Wayne, Susan Hayward, Pedro Armendáriz, Agnes Moorehead

Country: United States of America

The Gamma People

The Gamma People

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Gilling

Starring: Paul Douglas, Eva Bartok, Leslie Phillips, Walter Rilla

Warning from Space

Warning from Space

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Kôji Shima

Starring: Keizô Kawasaki, Toyomi Karita, Bin Yagisawa, Shôzô Nanbu

Helen of Troy

Helen of Troy

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Robert Wise

Starring: Stanley Baker, Rossana Podestà, Brigitte Bardot, Jacques Sernas

Country: United States of America

Ransom!

Ransom!

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Alex Segal

Starring: Glenn Ford, Donna Reed, Leslie Nielsen, Juano Hernandez

January 29, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 29, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Daniel Ray

The Snow Queen

The Snow Queen

Release year: 1955

Directed by: LEV ATAMANOV

Perspective

Perspective

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jason Drakeford

Here and Now

Here and Now

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fabien Constant

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Harry R. Sherman

January 29, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 29, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Gift From The Sea

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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.

The Secret Of The Hittites by C.W. Ceram

The Secret Of The Hittites

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Good hardcover book. Good binding. Highly readable.

The Family Of Man by Edward Steichen

The Family Of Man

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The Family of Man, a photograph exhibition that was hailed as the best ever, opened in New York at The Museum of Modern Art in January 1955.

Herblock'S Here And Now by Herbert Block

Herblock'S Here And Now

By:

Herbert Block is a great political cartoonist. This is a wonderful collection of his work during the time of Harry Truman & Dwight Eisenhower.

Memoirs by Harry S. Truman

Memoirs

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This invaluable account by President Truman gives extraordinary insight into the events and decisions which have shaped our world.

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Who was the US President on January 29, 1956?

On January 29, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 29, 1956?

On January 29, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 29, 1956?

On January 29, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about January 29th?

January 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of January. 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 January 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 loralai attack. nine civilians, as well as police officers, were killed and 22 more were injured when gunmen and suicide bombers attacked the loralai office of the deputy inspector general (dig). the attack was claimed by the tehrik-i-taliban.
  • 2018 - Bus plunge: after falling from a bridge in murshidabad, west bengal, india, a bus plunges into river bhairab, killing at least 36. police and local residents are often at odds because rescuers fail to respond quickly enough to save passengers.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015): yakla raid: u.s. military forces raid southern al bayda governorate in yemen. according to reuters, around 30 people were killed in the attack, including at least three senior al-qaeda leaders and at least one u.s. soldier.

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What happened in 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for January 1956?

January 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

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Sunday January 29, 1956