Thursday February 02, 1956: on this day

February 02, 1956 was the 33rd day of the year 1956, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 02, 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 February 02, 1956, who was born and died on February 02, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. Invasion of the Body Snatchers, directed by Don Siegel), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1956?


February 02, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1956 can also be written as 2/2/1956 in the US and as 2/2/1956 in UK and Europe.

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February 02, 1956: What happened on that day?


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February 02, 1956: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 02, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd 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 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 02, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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February 02, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 02, 1956 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 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 February 02, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 11:25 pm and setting at 10:38 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 February 02, 1956?


Famous people born on February 02, 1956:

  • Geofrey Onyeama

    Nigerian politician serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

  • Jean-François Lamour

    French fencer, who went on to become a politician and minister of the cabinet.

  • Jean-Marc Padovani

    French jazz saxophonist, songwriter.

  • Adnan Oktar

    Turkish author known for his controversial and pseudoscientific works.

  • Harun Yahya

    Harun Yahya is a pseudonymous author known for his creationist and anti-evolution writings.

  • Benedetto Lo Monaco
  • Paolo Petruccioli
  • Ștefan Rusu
  • Sabina Maria Cuneo
  • Jamal Ali
  • Silvano Borgatta
  • Carlos Rubiera

Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:

  • Gale Gordon
    Gale Gordon

    Gale gordon was an american actor known for his roles in television and radio, particularly for his work on the lucy show and here's lucy.

  • Gemma Arterton
    Gemma Arterton

    Gemma arterton is a british actress known for her roles in blockbuster films such as 'quantum of solace' and 'prince of persia: the sands of...

  • David Jason
    David Jason

    British comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.

  • Jascha Heifetz
    Jascha Heifetz

    Lithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.

  • Stan Getz
    Stan Getz

    Philadelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).

  • Ina Garten
    Ina Garten

    American tv personality and author.

  • Abba Eban
    Abba Eban

    Israeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.

  • Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch

    American actress with a varied and long career.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jennifer Westfeldt
    Jennifer Westfeldt

    American screenwriter and actress.

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February 02, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 1 month old,

or 817 months and 17 days old,

or 3554 weeks and 5 days old,

or 24883 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 1956.

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 February 02, 1956?

There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 02, 1956.

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February 02, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 02, 1956:

  • Azriel Carlebach

    Rabbi Azriel Carlebach was a prominent Jewish religious leader and writer.

  • Pyotr Konchalovsky

    Russian painter (born 1876).

  • Charley Grapewin

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Truxtun Hare

    American football player and hammer thrower (d. 1956).

  • Frano Alfirević
  • Pëtr Petrovič Končalovskij
  • Cornelius Lott Shear

What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?

Famous deaths on February 2nd:

  • Boris Karloff
    Boris Karloff

    Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in...

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Anna May Wong
    Anna May Wong

    Actress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Barry Morse
    Barry Morse

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).

  • Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence

    Donald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.

  • Bob Elliott
    Bob Elliott

    Bob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

    American actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).

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February 02, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 02, 1956:

  • Ancient Latvia - Veja Diena observed.
  • St. Adelbald
  • Catholicism - Candlemas, The Presentation of the Lord, The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, World Day for Consecrated Life (also February 3 in the United States).
  • United States and Canada - Groundhog Day.
  • Scotland - A quarter day in the Christian calendar (due to Candlemas).
  • Paganism - Imbolc (in northern hemisphere), Lughnasadh (in southern hemisphere).
  • Czech Republic - Hromnice.
  • St. Cornelius
  • France - CrOpe Day.

Observances on February 02, 1956:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 30th and February 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 02, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Great Pretender
  2. - Dungaree Doll

February 02, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1956 was Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

February 02, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sixteen Tons
  2. - Memories Are Made Of This
  3. - (Love Is) The Tender Trap
  4. - Zambesi
  5. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett

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February 02, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 02, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Invasion of the Body Snatchers

Invasion of the Body Snatchers

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Don Siegel

Starring: Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter, Larry Gates, King Donovan

Country: United States of America

Picnic

Picnic

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Joshua Logan

Starring: William Holden, Kim Novak, Betty Field, Susan Strasberg

Country: United States of America

Los gavilanes

Los gavilanes

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Vicente Oroná

Starring: Pedro Infante, Lilia Prado, Ana Bertha Lepe, Ángel Infante

The Lone Ranger

The Lone Ranger

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Stuart Heisler

Starring: Clayton Moore, Jay Silverheels, Lyle Bettger, Bonita Granville

Slightly Scarlet

Slightly Scarlet

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Allan Dwan

Starring: John Payne, Rhonda Fleming, Arlene Dahl, Kent Taylor

February 02, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 02, 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

February 02, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 02, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Ten North Frederick by John O'Hara

Ten North Frederick

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Fran Lebowitz described Joe Chapin as "the real F. Scott Fitzgerald", and he won the National Book Award for his novel. Joe Chapin lived a storybook lifestyle. He was a successful small-town lawyer who had a beautiful wife and two …

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.

The Search For Bridey Murphy by Morey Bernstein

The Search For Bridey Murphy

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This classic was first published in 1956 and is still relevant to today's New Age audience. It is well documented that Bridey Murphy, an Irish woman who spoke to a hypnotized patient through her Irish accent, was a true story.

Island In The Sun by Alec Waugh

Island In The Sun

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This was first published in 1957. It tells about Santa Marta, a subtropical paradise.

A Night To Remember by Walter Lord

A Night To Remember

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A Night to Remember is the classic, minute-by-minute account about the sinking and rescue of the Titanic. First published in 1955, A Night to Remember has remained a timeless classic.

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Who was the US President on February 02, 1956?

On February 02, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 02, 1956?

On February 02, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1956?

On February 02, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 2nd?

February 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Moro conflict: patikul and sulu shootout: five soldiers, three militants, and several other people were killed in an attack in patikul (sulu), in the philippines.
  • 2018 - Relations china-united kingdom: in the midst of perceived erosion in freedoms in hong kong and britain, prime minister theresa may ends a three-day visit in china. it is estimated that there were ps9 billion worth of trade agreements.
  • 2017 - Relations between georgia and the european union: the european parliament unanimously approved visa-free schengen for georgia.

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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 February 1956?

February 1956 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.

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Thursday February 2, 1956