Thursday February 05, 1953: on this day

February 05, 1953 was the 36th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 05, 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 February 05, 1953, who was born and died on February 05, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 05, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. Pretend by Nat King Cole (Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra)), movies (e.g. Summer with Monika, directed by Ingmar Bergman), TV series (e.g. Commando Cody: Sky Marshal Of The Universe) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 5th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 05, 1953?


February 05, 1953 was a Thursday and it was the 36th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 05, 1953 can also be written as 2/5/1953 in the US and as 5/2/1953 in UK and Europe.

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February 05, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 05, 1953:

  • Peter pan by walt disney opens at roxy theater, new york city
  • Browse newspapers headlines from February 05, 1953
  • Rko radio pictures releases disney's animated feature film peter pan to us theaters. the film is adapted from the play by sir james m. barrie.
  • In los angeles, california, the 5th annual emmy awards are presented, hosted by art linkletter. best actor: thomas mitchell; best actress: helen hayes
  • President dwight d. eisenhower refuses a clemency appeal for ethel and julius rosenberg.
  • The soviet union breaks diplomatic relations with israel after bomb explosion in soviet embassy.

February 05, 1953: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 05, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 5th 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 05, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 05, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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February 05, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 05, 1953 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 05, 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 February 05, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 11:02 pm and setting at 10:03 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 29, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Feb 28, 1953.

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Who was born on February 05, 1953?


Famous people born on February 05, 1953:

  • Giannina Braschi

    Puerto rican playwright and author.

  • Freddie Aguilar

    Filipino folk musician.

  • Loretta Tofani

    American journalist.

  • Takashi Ishikawa

    Japanese sumo and professional wrestling.

  • Herbert Homer

    American official from the u.s.

  • John Beilein

    American basketball coach and player.

  • Gustavo Benítez

    Paraguayan manager and footballer.

  • Mono Jojoy (FARC)
  • Duje Krstulović
  • Enrico Lanzi
  • Kate Trotter
  • Richard Aquilina
  • Peter Arntz
  • Luigi Caruso
  • Emilio Di Stefano
  • Václav Krondl
  • Jorge Briceño Suárez

Whose famous birthday is on February 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 5th:

  • Abhishek Bachchan
    Abhishek Bachchan

    Abhishek bachchan is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films and for being the son of legendary actor amitabh bachchan.

  • Charlotte Rampling
    Charlotte Rampling

    British actress.

  • William Burroughs
    William Burroughs

    American bisexual writer and heroin addict.

  • Laura Linney
    Laura Linney

    Laura linney is an american actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater.

  • Jennifer Jason Leigh
    Jennifer Jason Leigh

    Jennifer jason leigh is an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'single white female' and 'the hateful eight'.

  • Barbara Hershey
    Barbara Hershey

    American actress who wore a hippie look during the 1960s.

  • Michael Sheen
    Michael Sheen

    Michael sheen is a welsh actor known for his roles in films such as frost/nixon, the queen, and the twilight saga.

  • Benoît Jacquot
    Benoît Jacquot

    French screenwriter and film director.

  • Jussi Björling
    Jussi Björling

    Swedish tenor (d. 1960).

  • Michael Mann
    Michael Mann

    American filmmaker.

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February 05, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years 1 month old,

or 853 months and 14 days old,

or 3710 weeks and 5 days old,

or 25975 days old,

if you were born on February 05, 1953.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 05, 1953?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 05, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 05, 1953.

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February 05, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 05, 1953:

  • Suzanne Adams
  • Luigi Fontana Russo
  • Maria Giudice
  • Iuliu Maniu

What famous deaths happened on February 5th?

Famous deaths on February 5th:

  • Christopher Plummer
    Christopher Plummer

    Acclaimed actor known for his versatile performances in films like The Sound of Music and Beginners.

  • Kirk Douglas
    Kirk Douglas

    American actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Dean Jagger
    Dean Jagger

    Actor in the united states (mr novak rawhide, oscar), has died at around 87 years old (born 1903).

  • Thelma Ritter
    Thelma Ritter

    American actress and singer (d. 1969).

  • Franklin Cover
    Franklin Cover

    American actor (born 1928).

  • George Arliss
    George Arliss

    British actor on the stage who rose to fame at the age of 53.

  • Dolores Moran
    Dolores Moran

    Actress (yankee doodle dandy), passes away at 56.

  • Gwili Andre
    Gwili Andre

    Actress (no other woman roar of the dragon).

  • Aloise Corbaz

    Swiss outsider artist known for her intricate drawings and paintings created while institutionalized.

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February 05, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 05, 1953:

  • Kashmir Day observes as public holiday in Pakistan.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Agatha of Sicily, patron saint of firework makers and glass blowers.

Saints celebrated on February 05, 1953:

  • Saint Bertolf
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February 05, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 05, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 2nd and February 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 05, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 05, 1953 was Pretend by Nat King Cole (Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra), according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

February 05, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 05, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 2nd and February 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Pretend
  2. - Anywhere I Wander
  3. - Downhearted

February 05, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 05, 1953 was Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes by Perry Como & The Ramblers, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

February 05, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 05, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 2nd and February 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes
  2. - Outside Of Heaven
  3. - Because You're Mine
  4. - Comes A-Long A-Love
  5. - She Wears Red Feathers

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February 05, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 05, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Summer with Monika

Summer with Monika

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Ingmar Bergman

Starring: Harriet Andersson, Lars Ekborg, Dagmar Ebbesen, Åke Fridell

Country: United States of America

I Confess

I Confess

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Montgomery Clift, Anne Baxter, Karl Malden, Brian Aherne

Country: United States of America

The Yellow Balloon

The Yellow Balloon

Release year: 1953

Directed by: J. Lee Thompson

Starring: Andrew Ray, Kathleen Ryan, Kenneth More, Bernard Lee

Gunsmoke

Gunsmoke

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Nathan Juran

Starring: Audie Murphy, Susan Cabot, Paul Kelly, Charles Drake

The Tall Texan

The Tall Texan

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Elmo Williams

Starring: Lloyd Bridges, Lee J. Cobb, Marie Windsor, Luther Adler

February 05, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 05, 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:

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred C. Brannon

Face the Music

Face the Music

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Carol Wiseman

The Pickwick Papers

The Pickwick Papers

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Warwick Gilbert

Valentino

Valentino

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Ken Russell

The Big Idea

The Big Idea

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Matt Thompson

February 05, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 05, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Velvet Doublet by James Street

The Velvet Doublet

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This First Edition BCE biography about Christopher Columbus was published by Doubleday in 1953. It measures 8 1/2 by 5 1/2 inches. With 317 deckle-edged pages.

Abraham Lincoln by Benjamin P. Thomas

Abraham Lincoln

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Benjamin P. Thomas's Abraham Lincoln, A Biography is a long-standing classic. It offers a sharp look at one the most important figures in American history.

The Last Resorts by Cleveland Amory

The Last Resorts

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Story about Mrs. Spencer, an eccentric woman, and her beloved piglet Rosie

Always The Young Strangers by Carl Sandburg

Always The Young Strangers

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Carl Sandburg was born in 1878. He grew up in Galesburg, Illinois, where he studied and played sports. Sandburg's reminiscence offers a nostalgic view on small-town life as well as an invaluable insight.

Steamboat Gothic by Frances Parkinson Keyes

Steamboat Gothic

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This was my first ever reading of Frances Parkinson Keyes books. The novel's Southern setting and its characters captured my attention.

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Who was the US President on February 05, 1953?

On February 05, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 05, 1953?

On February 05, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 05, 1953?

On February 05, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 5th?

February 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: ben wallace, the united kingdom minister of security, stated that he believes john cantlie, a british photojournalist, is still alive and being held hostage in syria by islamic state militants.
  • 2018 - Israeli-palestinian conflict: 2018 ariel stabbing: a palestinian rabbi is killed by an israeli arab outside of the israeli-occupied west bank settlement at ariel.
  • 2017 - In afghanistan and northern pakistan, heavy snowfall and avalanches have killed dozens of people. kabul international airport has been closed due to snow and/or ice. (bbc),

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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 February 1953?

February 1953 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.

Discover how February 1953 calendar looked like.

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