Tuesday May 24, 1955: on this day
About May 24th, 1955, in brief:
- Day of the week: May 24th, 1955 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Alfred Molina, Douglas Fairbanks
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra
- #1 UK song: Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett
- Popular movie: Summertime directed by David Lean
More about May 24th, 1955? See below for more news and curiosities on May 24th, 1955.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 24, 1955?
- May 24, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 24, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 24, 1955?
- How old is someone born on May 24, 1955?
- May 24, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- May 24, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 24, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- May 24, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 24, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 24, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 24, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on May 24, 1955?
What day of the week was May 24, 1955?
May 24, 1955 was a Tuesday and it was the 144th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 24, 1955 can also be written as 5/24/1955 in the US and as 24/5/1955 in UK and Europe.
May 24, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 24, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
Discover the Goat personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 24, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 24, 1955 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 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 May 24, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 08:11 am and setting at 11:21 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 06, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jun 05, 1955.
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Who was born on May 24, 1955?
Famous people born on May 24, 1955:
- Philippe Lafontaine
Belgian composer and singer.
- Rosanne Cash
American singer-songwriter and author.
- Joanne Chory
Noted botanist known for her contributions to plant molecular biology.
- Rajesh Roshan
Indian composer.
- David Leonard
American singer, guitarist and songwriter.
- Armando De Razza
Italian actor and singer.
- Thad Ackel
Horse trainer.
- Rosanne Cash in Memphis
Tennessee, usa; country singer ("runaway train", "seven year ache", "i wonder").
- Roberto Mario Sergio Commercio
- Dominique Beillan
- Maura Soshin O'Halloran
- Tom Lynch
- Marco Negri
- Gianfranco Dell'Alba
Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:
![Alfred Molina]()
Alfred MolinaEnglish actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksDouglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...
![Eric Cantona]()
Eric CantonaHe was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.
![Priscilla Presley]()
Priscilla PresleyGerman-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.
![Kristin Scott Thomas]()
Kristin Scott ThomasKristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.
![Jim Broadbent]()
Jim BroadbentJim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...
![Sybil Danning]()
Sybil DanningAmerican playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.
![Cecilia Cheung]()
Cecilia CheungActress and singer from hong kong.
![Lilli Palmer]()
Lilli PalmerGerman actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.
![Tommy Chong]()
Tommy ChongComedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.
How old is someone born on May 24, 1955?
Someone born on May 24, 1955 is:
69 years and 12 days old,
or 828 months and 12 days old,
or 3602 weeks and 1 day old,
or 25215 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 1955?
There are 353 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 24th 2025.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 24, 1955.
Discover what generation people belong to with our generation calculator.
May 24, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 24, 1955:
- John Capper
What famous deaths happened on May 24th?
Famous deaths on May 24th:
![Rachel Kempson]()
Rachel KempsonEnglish-american actress (d.2003).
![Edward Mulhare]()
Edward MulhareCork city, ireland -- actor.
![Asta Nielsen]()
Asta NielsenDanish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.
![Guy Kibbee]()
Guy KibbeeActor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAt 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).
![John Foster Dulles]()
John Foster DullesAmerican, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).
![Mitzi Green]()
Mitzi GreenActress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.
- Nicholaos Copernicus
Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.
May 24, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 24, 1955:
- Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
- Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
- Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
- Eritrea: National Day.
- Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
- Mary, Help of the Christians
- Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.
Saints celebrated on May 24, 1955:
- Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
- Saint Amadl
- Saint Suzanna
- Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
May 24, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 24, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 24, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Eddie Fisher - Heart
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
May 24, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.
May 24, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 24, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. 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
- The Crew Cuts - Earth Angel
- Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
May 24, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 24, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
May 24, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 24, 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:
Front Row Center
Release year: 1955
May 24, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 24, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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 .......
How To Live 365 Days A Year
By: John A. Schindler
How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.
The Good Shepherd
By: C.S. Forester
After reading The Good Shepherd, John P. Marquand wrote that C. S. Forester was the First Admiral of the seven seas fiction.
The Healer
By: Frank G. Slaughter
When a patient dies, Dr. Don Carter is haunted by the fear of being careless. Laura, his operating-room nurse, was able to tell him the truth.
Love Is Eternal
By: Irving Stone
A young, politically-minded woman and an awkward lawyer married and became President and First Lady.
Who was the US President on May 24, 1955?
On May 24, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1955?
On May 24, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 24, 1955?
On May 24, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 24th?
May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of May. 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 May 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
- 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.
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 May 1955?
May 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
