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August 12, 1957 was the 224th day of the year 1957, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 12, 1957 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 12, 1957, who was born and died on August 12, 1957, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 12, 1957, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. The Pajama Game, directed by George Abbott, Stanley Donen), TV series (e.g. O Corcunda De Notre Dame) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 12th, 1957 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 12, 1957?
- August 12, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 12, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 12, 1957?
- August 12, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 12, 1957: What famous people died on that day?
- August 12, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 12, 1957: Number 1 song on that day
- August 12, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 12, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 12, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 12, 1957?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 1957?
- Who was the Pope on August 12, 1957?
What day of the week was August 12, 1957?
August 12, 1957 was a Monday and it was the 224th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 12, 1957 can also be written as 8/12/1957 in the US and as 12/8/1957 in UK and Europe.
August 12, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th 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 12, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 12th, 1957 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 12, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 12, 1957 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1957 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 12, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 08:41 pm and setting at 09:00 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1957.
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Who was born on August 12, 1957?
Famous people born on August 12, 1957:
- Amanda Redman
English actress.
- Friedhelm Schütte
German footballer.
- Masayoshi Son
Businessman.
- Ines de La Fressange
Model.
- David Henry Hwang
Playwright.
- Isaach de Bankole
- Ignatius Chama
- Masako Yoshida
- Kazuko Satō
- Stefano Osti
- Luigi De Santis
- Fabio Scuto
Whose famous birthday is on August 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 12th:
![Casey Affleck]()
Casey AffleckAmerican actor with credits in hollywood feature movies.
![Cara Delevingne]()
Cara DelevingneCara delevingne is a british model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and for her roles in movies such as 'paper towns'...
![George Hamilton]()
George HamiltonAmerican actor, beautiful sex symbol and tanned.
![Dominique Swain]()
Dominique SwainAmerican actress chosen from 2,500 girls to portray the lead role in a movie remake of vladimir nabokov’s "lolita" it was scandalous back...
![Luis Mariano]()
Luis MarianoHis family settled in bordeaux after he sang spanish basque.
![John Cazale]()
John CazaleActor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Iza Calzado]()
Iza CalzadoFilipino tv actress.
![Leah Pipes]()
Leah PipesAmerican actress.
![Jane Wyatt]()
Jane WyattAmerican singer and actress (d. 2006).
August 12, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 66 years 8 months old,
or 800 months and 4 days old,
or 3479 weeks and 1 day old,
or 24354 days old,
if you were born on August 12, 1957.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 12, 1957?
There are 118 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 12, 1957?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 12, 1957.
August 12, 1957: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 12, 1957:
- Chalky Wright
- Maurice Gaudefroy-Demombynes
- Tim Whelan
What famous deaths happened on August 12th?
Famous deaths on August 12th:
![Lauren Bacall]()
Lauren BacallAmerican actress and star for more than a century.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Ian Fleming]()
Ian FlemingJames bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).
![Merv Griffin]()
Merv GriffinAmerican entertainer and tv host.
![Loretta Young]()
Loretta YoungAmerican actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.
![Peter Woodthorpe]()
Peter WoodthorpeBritish actor (born 1931).
![Una Stubbs]()
Una StubbsUna Stubbs is a British actress best known for her role as Mrs.
![Arlene Martel]()
Arlene MartelArlene Martel was an actress best known for her role as T'Pring in the original Star Trek series.
![Stephen Lewis]()
Stephen LewisCanadian diplomat and politician 14th canadian ambassador at the united nations.
![Dorothy Mackaill]()
Dorothy MackaillActress in love affair, dies at 87 from kidney failure.
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August 12, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on August 12, 1957:
- International Youth Day
August 12, 1957: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 12, 1957 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 12th and August 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 12, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1957 was (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.
August 12, 1957: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 12, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
- The Everly Brothers - Bye Bye Love
- Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
- Jimmy Dorsey - So Rare
- The Coasters - Searchin'
August 12, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 12, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.
August 12, 1957: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 12, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
- Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
- Lonnie Donegan - Gamblin' Man / Putting On The Style
- Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
- Russ Hamilton - We Will Make Love
August 12, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 12, 1957 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Pajama Game
Release year: 1957
Directed by: George Abbott, Stanley Donen
Starring: Doris Day, John Raitt, Carol Haney, Eddie Foy Jr.
Country: United States of America
Reform School Girl
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Edward Bernds
Starring: Gloria Castillo, Ross Ford, Edd Byrnes, Ralph Reed
Country: United States of America
The Long Haul
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Ken Hughes
Starring: Victor Mature, Diana Dors, Patrick Allen, Gene Anderson
From Hell It Came
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Dan Milner
Starring: Tod Andrews, Tina Carver, Linda Watkins, John McNamara
The Sun Also Rises
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Henry King
Starring: Tyrone Power, Ava Gardner, Errol Flynn, Mel Ferrer
Country: United States of America
August 12, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 12, 1957 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
O Corcunda de Notre Dame
Release year: 1957
Open House
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Hi Mom
Release year: 1957
Dead Giveaway
Release year: 1957
Directed by: David J. Stern
Escape
Release year: 1957
Directed by: Roar Uthaug
August 12, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 12, 1957 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Blue Camellia
By: Frances Parkinson Keyes
SIZE: 5 1/2x8 1/2 (approximately). PAGES: 432 pages. BACKGROUND/DESCRIPTION: First Edition assumed with none stated. JULIAN MESSNER NY 1957.
The Short Reign Of Pippin Iv
By: John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck's only political satire, The Short Reign of Pippin IV turns the French Revolution upside-down as Pippin Heristal, an amateur astronomer, is drafted to lead the country.
Stay Alive All Your Life
By: Norman Vincent Peale
"Those who have received assistance from The Power of Positive Thinking can find further guidance in these pages to help them live a more creative and dynamic life."
The Day Christ Died
By: Jim Bishop
"This book is about the most dramatic day of history, the day Jesus of Nazareth was killed.
Who was the US President on August 12, 1957?
On August 12, 1957 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 1957?
On August 12, 1957 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 12, 1957?
On August 12, 1957 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about August 12th?
August 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2018 - August 2018 lombok earthquake: sutopo purwo nugroho, spokesperson for bnpb, confirmed that 436 people have died in the earthquake in lombok.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: seven white helmets members are killed by unidentified gunmen storming their office in rebel-held sarmin in northwestern syria.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings the attacks were not claimed by any group.
What happened in 1957?
1957 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Blondie situation comedy premieres on NBC TV
- Elvis Presley makes his 7th and final appearance on Ed Sullivan Show
- Dutch Newspaper Society expels communist daily paper Truth
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What was the calendar for August 1957?
August 1957 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.
