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August 04, 1953 was the 216th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 04, 1953 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 04, 1953, who was born and died on August 04, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 04, 1953, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Roman Holiday, directed by William Wyler), TV series (e.g. The Broken Horseshoe) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 4th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 04, 1953?
- August 04, 1953: What happened on that day?
- August 04, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 04, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 04, 1953?
- August 04, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 04, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
- August 04, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 04, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
- August 04, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 04, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 04, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 04, 1953?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1953?
- Who was the Pope on August 04, 1953?
What day of the week was August 04, 1953?
August 04, 1953 was a Tuesday and it was the 216th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 04, 1953 can also be written as 8/4/1953 in the US and as 4/8/1953 in UK and Europe.
August 04, 1953: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 04, 1953:
- Black families move into trumbull park housing project in chicago
- Vic raschi sets pitcher record by driving in seven runs and wins 15-0.
August 04, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 4th 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 04, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 04, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.
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August 04, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 04, 1953 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 04, 1953 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 04, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 12:47 am and setting at 05:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1953.
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Who was born on August 04, 1953?
Famous people born on August 04, 1953:
- Laura Roslin
Laura Roslin is a fictional character from the science fiction television series Battlestar Galactica, where she serves as the President of...
- Vini Reilly
English guitarist (the durutti column, the invisible girls).
- Annick Coupé
French trade unionist, spokesperson since 2001 for union syndicale solidaires.
- Hiroyuki Usui
Japanese manager and footballer.
- Marlene Dumas
Artist.
- Joanie Spina
American magician dancer and choreographer (d. 2014.
- Živko Janevski
- Zoran Jelikić
- Henk Lubberding
- Yona Metzger
- Øivind Tomteberget
- Stanisław Pyjas
- Antonio Tajani
- Richard White
- Mark Baldwin
- Hasse Borg
- Jack Brand
- Declan Donnellan
Whose famous birthday is on August 4th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 4th:
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Barack ObamaAmerican president elected in 2008.
![Meghan Markle]()
Meghan MarkleMeghan markle is a former american actress who became the duchess of sussex after marrying prince harry in 2018.
![Dylan Sprouse]()
Dylan SprouseDylan sprouse is an american actor known for his role as zack martin on the disney channel series the suite life of zack & cody.
![Cole Sprouse]()
Cole SprouseCole sprouse is an american actor known for his role as jughead jones on the tv show riverdale.
![Billy Bob Thornton]()
Billy Bob ThorntonBilly bob thornton is an american actor, filmmaker, and musician known for his roles in films such as sling blade and monster's ball.
![Dolores del Rio]()
Dolores del RioDolores del rio was a mexican actress known for her beauty and talent, and for being one of the first latin american actresses to achieve...
![Louis Armstrong]()
Louis ArmstrongAmerican jazz trumpeter.
![Daniel Dae Kim]()
Daniel Dae KimDaniel dae kim is an american actor known for his roles in tv series such as lost and hawaii five-0.
![Marques Houston]()
Marques HoustonMarques houston is an american actor and r&b singer, best known for his role as roger evans in the television show sister, sister and for...
![Kishore Kumar]()
Kishore KumarIndian singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director (b. 1929).
August 04, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 70 years 8 months old,
or 848 months and 14 days old,
or 3689 weeks and 2 days old,
or 25825 days old,
if you were born on August 04, 1953.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 04, 1953?
There are 108 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 4th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 04, 1953?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 04, 1953.
August 04, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 04, 1953:
- Francisc Șirato
What famous deaths happened on August 4th?
Famous deaths on August 4th:
![Pearl White]()
Pearl WhitePearl white was an american silent film actress best known for her work in serial films, particularly in 'the perils of pauline'.
![Victor Mature]()
Victor MatureAmerican actor.
![Melvyn Douglas]()
Melvyn DouglasMelvyn Douglas was a talented actor known for his roles in film and television.
![Mary Miles Minter]()
Mary Miles MinterSilent screen star dies of heart failure at the age of 82.
- Hanz Christian Andersen
Famous Danish author best known for his fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling.
- Elysian Kistler
Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies and dark matter.
- Zee Zeev Jabotinsky
Prominent Zionist leader and founder of the Revisionist Zionist movement.
- Frimy D'Orsay
French painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
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August 04, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 04, 1953:
- Ancient Egypt - Jubilation of the Heart of Re
- El Salvador - Transfiguration Bank Holiday
- Cook Islands - Constitution Day (celebrations begin on the last Friday in July and last up to 2 weeks.)
- Burkina Faso - Anniversary of the Revolution
- St. Luanus/Lugid
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of priests
- St. Dominic
August 04, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 04, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 3rd and August 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 04, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 04, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 04, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 04, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frankie Laine - I Believe
- Mantovani - The Song From The Moulin Rouge
- Frank Chacksfield - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
- Eddie Fisher With Sally Sweetland - I'm Walking Behind You
- Ron Goodwin - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
August 04, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 04, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Roman Holiday
Release year: 1953
Directed by: William Wyler
Starring: Gregory Peck, Audrey Hepburn, Eddie Albert, Hartley Power
Country: United States of America
99 River Street
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Phil Karlson
Starring: John Payne, Evelyn Keyes, Brad Dexter, Frank Faylen
Big Leaguer
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Edward G. Robinson, Vera-Ellen, Jeff Richards, Richard Jaeckel
Inferno
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Roy Ward Baker
Starring: Robert Ryan, Rhonda Fleming, William Lundigan, Larry Keating
The Affairs of Dobie Gillis
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Don Weis
Starring: Debbie Reynolds, Bobby Van, Barbara Ruick, Bob Fosse
August 04, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 04, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
The Broken Horseshoe
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Martyn C. Webster
It's a Small World
Release year: 1953
Segundos Fatais
Release year: 1953
Youth Takes a Stand
Release year: 1953
Fox 2
Release year: 1953
August 04, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 04, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
In The Wet
By: Nevil Shute
It's the dry season in Australia's outback. A drunk and delirious ex-pilot, known as "Pisspot Stevie", lies in death in a remote cabin of the Queensland bush.
A House Is Not A Home
By: Polly Adler
Polly Adler's house, the brothel that gave her best-selling 1953 autobiography the title, was a key site for New York City's underworld activity between the 1920s and the 1940s.
Kiss Me Again, Stranger
By: Daphne du Maurier
Kiss me again stranger: A collection eight stories, both long and short.
Who was the US President on August 04, 1953?
On August 04, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1953?
On August 04, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 04, 1953?
On August 04, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 4th?
August 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th 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 4th, such as:
- 2018 - Drone explosions in caracas: venezuela's president nicolas maduro survived an assassination attempt using drones while he was speaking at a military event held in caracas. eight people are hurt.
- 2017 - Danish royal consorts: denmark’s prince henrik has announced that he will not be buried alongside queen margrethe ii at roskilde cathedral, where danish royals are buried since 1559. henrik, a french-born 83-year old, is unhappy with his inequal status as prince consort. according to a spokeswoman for the royal house, margrethe, 77, accepted henrik's decision. margrethe had a specially-designed sarcophagus that was made for them.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: at most 40 government airstrikes hit rebel-held areas in aleppo city, and nearby towns. at least two people were killed by the strikes, which included one on an atareb camp for displaced persons, south-west aleppo. (the national) jan egeland, a un special envoy to syria says there were 44 attacks against hospitals, clinics, and health posts in syria during july alone.
What happened in 1953?
1953 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
- WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
- NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak
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What was the calendar for August 1953?
August 1953 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.
