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August 05, 1955 was the 217th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 05, 1955 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 05, 1955, who was born and died on August 05, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 05, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock by Bill Haley and His Comets), movies (e.g. Mr. Arkadin, directed by Orson Welles), TV series (e.g. Windows) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 5th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 05, 1955?
- August 05, 1955: What happened on that day?
- August 05, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 05, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 05, 1955?
- August 05, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 05, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- August 05, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 05, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- August 05, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 05, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 05, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 05, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on August 05, 1955?
What day of the week was August 05, 1955?
August 05, 1955 was a Friday and it was the 217th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 05, 1955 can also be written as 8/5/1955 in the US and as 5/8/1955 in UK and Europe.
August 05, 1955: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 05, 1955:
- After playing 274 straight games at 2nd base, nellie fox is given a day off he comes back next 798 consecutive games
August 05, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th 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 05, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 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 August 5th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 05, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 05, 1955 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 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 August 05, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 08:48 pm and setting at 08:53 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 03, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Sep 02, 1955.
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Who was born on August 05, 1955?
Famous people born on August 05, 1955:
- Clay Jenkinson
American author known for his works on Thomas Jefferson.
- T.R. Pearson
American novelist and author of contemporary fiction.
- Maynard Webb
Maynard Webb is a successful entrepreneur and former COO of eBay.
- Eddie Ojeda
American guitarist and songwriter (twisted sister, scarecrow).
- Lubna Olayan
Businesswoman.
- Alberto Gonzales
Public servant.
- Billy Bob Thornton
Actor.
- Dag Opjordsmoen
- Dave Ottley
- Catherine Malfois
- Lia Briganti
- Maria Rosaria Maiorino
- Orlando Carrió
Whose famous birthday is on August 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 5th:
![Genelia D'Souza]()
Genelia D'SouzaGenelia d'souza is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her roles in popular movies such as 'jaane tu.
![DeRay Davis]()
DeRay DavisDeRay Davis is an American comedian and actor known for his roles in films such as 21 Bridges and Semi-Pro.
![Loni Anderson]()
Loni AndersonAmerican actress.
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Maureen McCormick]()
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormick is an American actress best known for her role as Marcia Brady on the television series 'The Brady Bunch.
![Mark Strong]()
Mark StrongMark strong is a british actor known for his roles in films such as kingsman, sherlock holmes, and tinker tailor soldier spy.
![John Saxon]()
John SaxonAmerican actor.
![Jesse Williams]()
Jesse WilliamsJesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Kara Tointon]()
Kara TointonBritish actress recognized for her work on stage and screen.
![Jonathan Silverman]()
Jonathan SilvermanAmerican producer and actor.
August 05, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 8 months old,
or 824 months and 21 days old,
or 3586 weeks
or 25102 days old,
if you were born on August 05, 1955.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 05, 1955?
There are 101 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 05, 1955.
August 05, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 05, 1955:
![Carmen Miranda]()
Carmen MirandaPortuguese-american actress, known as "the brazilian bombshell", is flamboyant and a magnet for people.
- Suzan Ball
- Gino de Finetti
- Coenraad V. Bos
What famous deaths happened on August 5th?
Famous deaths on August 5th:
![Marilyn Monroe]()
Marilyn MonroeAmerican actress, singer, model and actress.
![Richard Burton]()
Richard BurtonBrilliant and famous welsh actor.
![Alec Guinness]()
Alec GuinnessBritish actor, born in the 1930s.
![Judy Canova]()
Judy CanovaAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1913).
![Queenie Smith]()
Queenie SmithActress/dancer (funny side), passes away at the age of 79.
![Charles Carson]()
Charles CarsonActor, "cry the beloved land", dies at 87.
- Kenzly Morrison
Kenzly Morrison was an American novelist, essayist, and Nobel laureate, known for her novels that explored the African-American experience...
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August 05, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 05, 1955:
- St. Memmius
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Oswald
- St. Afra and her companions
- Burkina Faso - Independence Day
- Croatia - Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day
August 05, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 05, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 1st and August 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 05, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1955 was (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock by Bill Haley and His Comets, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.
August 05, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 05, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 1st and August 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Haley and His Comets - (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
- Pat Boone - Ain't That A Shame
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
- Sammy Davis Jr. - Something's Gotta Give (orchestra Of Sy Oliver)
August 05, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1955 was Rose Marie by Slim Whitman, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.
August 05, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 05, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 1st and August 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Slim Whitman - Rose Marie
- Frankie Laine With The Mellomen - Cool Water
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
- Ruby Murray - Evermore
- David Whitfield - Ev'rywhere
August 05, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 05, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Mr. Arkadin
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Orson Welles
Starring: Orson Welles, Peter van Eyck, Michael Redgrave, Patricia Medina
Country: United States of America
Die Mädels vom Immenhof
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Wolfgang Schleif
Starring: Angelika Meissner, Heidi Brühl, Christiane König, Margarete Haagen
Wiretapper
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Dick Ross
Starring: Bill Williams, Georgia Lee, Douglas Kennedy, Phil Tead
To Catch a Thief
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: Cary Grant, Grace Kelly, Jessie Royce Landis, John Williams
Country: United States of America
Footsteps in the Fog
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Arthur Lubin
Starring: Stewart Granger, Jean Simmons, Bill Travers, Belinda Lee
August 05, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 05, 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:
Windows
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Gordon Willis
Frankie Laine Time
Release year: 1955
Musical Chairs
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jonathan Bergstrom
Holiday Hotel
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Michel Lang
Undercurrent
Release year: 1955
August 05, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 05, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
No Time For Sergeants
By: Mac Hyman
One of the most popular books ever written is No Time for Sergeants. It was first published in 1954. The book has been made into a Broadway Play and several Theatrical Productions. The movie, along with a long-running television series, …
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 Living Past Of America
By: Cornelius Vanderbilt
The Living Past of America. A picture gallery of historic homes and villages that have been restored and preserved. Cornelius Jr.
Gentlemen, Start Your Engines
By: Wilbur Shaw
Notes from the dust jacket: "This book is for the millions of automobile owners who understand that the purpose and function of the automobile are to get there fast now, and even faster."
Not as a Stranger
By: Morton Thompson
Lucas Marsh has been a child since he was a baby and cannot see himself as anything but a doctor. He is a very naive, glorified doctor.
Who was the US President on August 05, 1955?
On August 05, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1955?
On August 05, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 05, 1955?
On August 05, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 5th?
August 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Three czech soldiers are killed by a taliban suicide bomber in afghanistan during the war in afghanistan (2001 to present). the bombing also leaves two u.s. soldiers and two afghan soldiers with serious injuries.
- 2017 - 2017 v-22 osprey accident: three marine corps members are missing following a mv-22 osprey collision off the coast of queensland, australia. twenty-three of the 26 people aboard have been rescued. (ap),
- 2016 - 2016 assam attacks: gunmen open fire on a assam market, india. 13 people are killed and 18 are injured.
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 August 1955?
August 1955 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.
