Thursday January 05, 1956: on this day

January 05, 1956 was the 5th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is January 05, 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 January 05, 1956, who was born and died on January 05, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 05, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. Diane, directed by David Miller), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 5th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 05, 1956?


January 05, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 5th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 05, 1956 can also be written as 1/5/1956 in the US and as 5/1/1956 in UK and Europe.

January 05, 1956 in January 1956 calendar

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January 05, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 5th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 05, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 05, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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January 05, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 05, 1956 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 05, 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 January 05, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 12:35 am and setting at 12:03 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 29, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1956.

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Who was born on January 05, 1956?


Famous people born on January 05, 1956:

  • Gérard Berliner

    French composer and actor who died in paris on 13 october 2010.

  • Panama Jack

    American restaurateur, panama jack's opened in eureka on february 28, 1987.

  • Jo Lemaire

    Belgian singer.

  • Frank-Walter Steinmeier

    German academic and politician, 14th vice-chancellor of germany.

  • Tim Macartney-Snape

    Australian mountaineer.

  • Chen Kenichi

    Japanese-born chef.

  • Bernard Rogel
  • Leslie Dunner
  • Vladimir Fëdorov
  • Tadija Kačar
  • Guillermo Ragazzone
  • José María Bengoetxea
  • Peter Leitner
  • Carlo Alberto Pari

Whose famous birthday is on January 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 5th:

  • Deepika Padukone
    Deepika Padukone

    Deepika padukone is an indian actress and model known for her work in bollywood films and for being one of the highest-paid actresses in...

  • Hayao Miyazaki
    Hayao Miyazaki

    Hayao miyazaki is a renowned japanese filmmaker known for his work in animation, particularly for founding studio ghibli and creating...

  • Marilyn Manson
    Marilyn Manson

    American shock-rocker who rose to the top of charts using a platform that included drag, nudity and arson.

  • Bradley Cooper
    Bradley Cooper

    American producer and actor.

  • Kristin Cavallari
    Kristin Cavallari

    Kristin cavallari is a reality tv star known for her appearances on shows like laguna beach and the hills.

  • Diane Keaton
    Diane Keaton

    American actress, whose first professional stage appearance was in 1968's "hair.

  • Umberto Eco
    Umberto Eco

    Italian writer, teacher, essayist, and researcher.

  • Suki Waterhouse
    Suki Waterhouse

    Suki waterhouse is a british model known for her work with major fashion brands and her appearances in magazines and on runways.

  • January Jones
    January Jones

    January jones is an american actress best known for her role as betty draper in the tv series mad men.

  • Robert Duvall
    Robert Duvall

    American oscar-winning actor and director, writer, producer, often called one of the greatest actors.

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January 05, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 2 months old,

or 818 months and 23 days old,

or 3560 weeks

or 24920 days old,

if you were born on January 05, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 05, 1956?

There are 283 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 05, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 05, 1956.

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January 05, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 05, 1956:

  • Mistinguett

    French actress and singer (b. 1875).

  • Jeanne F Bourgeois

    French head mistress, mouline rouge, dies at 84.

  • Pierre Duhart
  • Genoveva Torres Morales
  • Gaspare Oliverio
  • Mistinguett (Jeanne Bourgeois)

What famous deaths happened on January 5th?

Famous deaths on January 5th:

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Massimo Girotti
    Massimo Girotti

    Italian actor who acted in films for seven decades.

  • Arthur Kennedy
    Arthur Kennedy

    Worcester, massachusetts -- actor (fantastic voyage and peyton place).

  • Don Wilson
    Don Wilson

    Houston astros' pitcher dies from carbon monoxide poisoning at the age of 29.

  • Tina Modotti
    Tina Modotti

    Italian model, actress, photographer and revolutionary political activist (born in 1896).

  • Hans Conried
    Hans Conried

    Baltimore, maryland -- actor (bullwinkle show make room for daddy).

  • Calvin Coolidge
    Calvin Coolidge

    American politician, u.s.

  • Marsella Dumas

    Marsella Dumas was a French novelist best known for her historical novels, including 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Count of Monte Cristo'.

  • Tip O'Neill

    Tip O'Neill was an American politician and cartoonist who served as the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to...

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January 05, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 05, 1956:

  • Mungday (Discordianism)
  • Catholicism - Feast day of St. John Neumann.
  • The eleventh day of Christmas in Western Christianity, and the Twelfth Night of Christmas in Western Christianity.
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January 05, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 05, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 2nd and January 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 05, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 05, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 05, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 05, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Great Pretender
  2. - (I'm Getting) Nuttin' For Christmas
  3. - Autumn Leaves
  4. - He

January 05, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 05, 1956 was Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 05, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 05, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sixteen Tons
  2. - Rock Around The Clock
  3. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  4. - Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
  5. - Rock-A-Beatin' Boogie

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January 05, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 05, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Diane

Diane

Release year: 1956

Directed by: David Miller

Starring: Lana Turner, Pedro Armendáriz, Roger Moore, Marisa Pavan

The Lieutenant Wore Skirts

The Lieutenant Wore Skirts

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Frank Tashlin

Starring: Tom Ewell, Sheree North, Rita Moreno, Rick Jason

Oklahoma!

Oklahoma!

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fred Zinnemann

Starring: Gordon MacRae, Gloria Grahame, Gene Nelson, Charlotte Greenwood

Country: United States of America

The Twinkle in God's Eye

The Twinkle in God's Eye

Release year: 1955

Directed by: George Blair

Starring: Mickey Rooney, Coleen Gray, Hugh O'Brian, Joey Forman

A Man Alone

A Man Alone

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Ray Milland

Starring: Ray Milland, Mary Murphy, Ward Bond, Raymond Burr

January 05, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 05, 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

Fury

Fury

Release year: 1955

Directed by: David Ayer

Wanted

Wanted

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Vitaliy Versace

Penelope

Penelope

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Mark Palansky

St. Ives

St. Ives

Release year: 1955

January 05, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 05, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Don'T Go Near The Water by William Brinkley

Don'T Go Near The Water

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This novel is both a charming entertainment farce and a gentle love story. It takes place on a remote Pacific island in the final days of World War II.

The Deer Park by Norman Mailer

The Deer Park

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Desert D'Or is a private oasis located in the middle of the cactus wilds, just two hundred miles from Hollywood. It's a haven for directors, stars, studio execs and all the other wannabe stars.

How To Live 365 Days A Year by John A. Schindler

How To Live 365 Days A Year

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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.

Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Gift From The Sea

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This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.

Herblock'S Here And Now by Herbert Block

Herblock'S Here And Now

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Herbert Block is a great political cartoonist. This is a wonderful collection of his work during the time of Harry Truman & Dwight Eisenhower.

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Who was the US President on January 05, 1956?

On January 05, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 05, 1956?

On January 05, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 05, 1956?

On January 05, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about January 5th?

January 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of January. 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 January 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: the syrian network for human rights reported that at least 223 massacres were committed by syrian parties in 2018.
  • 2018 - Northern rakhine state clashes. arsa insurgents using small arms and homemade mines ambush a burmese military convoy at turaing. three members of myanmar’s security forces were reportedly injured.
  • 2017 - Two gunmen are killed in a shootout in izmir over the kurdish-turkish conflict. another escapes. a car bomb explodes during the shootout, killing both a police officer as well as a court employee.

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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 January 1956?

January 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1956 calendar looked like.

Thursday January 5, 1956