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Saturday December 13, 1952: on this day
December 13, 1952 was the 348th day of the year 1952, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is December 13, 1952 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 13, 1952, who was born and died on December 13, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 13, 1952, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The Bad and the Beautiful, directed by Vincente Minnelli), TV series (e.g. Valentino) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 13th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 13, 1952?
- December 13, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 13, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 13, 1952?
- December 13, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 13, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
- December 13, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 13, 1952: Number 1 song on that day
- December 13, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 13, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 13, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 13, 1952?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1952?
- Who was the Pope on December 13, 1952?
What day of the week was December 13, 1952?
December 13, 1952 was a Saturday and it was the 348th day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 13, 1952 can also be written as 12/13/1952 in the US and as 13/12/1952 in UK and Europe.
December 13, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 13th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 13, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 13, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 13th, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 13, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 13, 1952 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 13, 1952 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 December 13, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:32 am and setting at 02:11 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 01, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Dec 31, 1952.
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Who was born on December 13, 1952?
Famous people born on December 13, 1952:
- Jean Rouaud
French author.
- Junkyard Dog
American wrestler and football player (d. 1998).
- Larry Kenon
American basketball player.
- Muhsin Kenon
American basketball player.
- John Francome
English jockey and sportscaster.
- Sylvester Ritter
Wrestler.
- Sylvester Ritter (Junkyard Dog)
American professional wrestler.
- Nancy Tellem
American businesswoman, president of cbs paramount television network entertainment group.
- Lakshmi
- Lucia Sardo
- Philippe Sénac
- Leonardo Carioni
- Frank Grønlund
Whose famous birthday is on December 13th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 13th:
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Taylor SwiftAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Christopher Plummer]()
Christopher PlummerChristopher Plummer was a Canadian actor known for his versatile performances in films such as 'The Sound of Music', 'Beginners', and 'The...
![Jamie Foxx]()
Jamie FoxxAcademy Award-winning actor known for his roles in films like 'Ray' and 'Django Unchained'.
![Steve Buscemi]()
Steve BuscemiVersatile actor known for his work in films like 'Fargo' and 'Reservoir Dogs.
![Dick Van Dyke]()
Dick Van DykeRenowned actor known for his roles in Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
![Laurence Leboeuf]()
Laurence LeboeufCanadian actress.
![Tony Curran]()
Tony CurranScottish actor.
![Jim Davidson]()
Jim DavidsonEnglish comedian, a cheeky cockney.
![Herman Cain]()
Herman CainAmerican political activist and businessman.
![Johnny Whitaker]()
Johnny WhitakerAmerican actor and singer, best known for his performances on television and film during his childhood.
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December 13, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 71 years 4 months old,
or 856 months and 6 days old,
or 3722 weeks and 6 days old,
or 26060 days old,
if you were born on December 13, 1952.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 December 13, 1952?
There are 238 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 13th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 13, 1952?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 13, 1952.
December 13, 1952: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on December 13th?
Famous deaths on December 13th:
![Smita Patil]()
Smita PatilRenowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
![Heather Angel]()
Heather AngelOxford, england -- actress (informer last of mohicans).
![Kathy Staff]()
Kathy StaffBritish actress (born 1928).
![Lupe Velez]()
Lupe VelezMexican-american actress, who was a fiery star in the '30s & '40s.
- Sanuel Johnson
Renowned English writer and lexicographer.
- Vasily Kandinsky
Russian painter and art theorist, credited with painting some of the first purely abstract works.
- Richard Holbrooke
Richard Holbrooke was an American diplomat and journalist who served as the United States Special Representative for Afghanistan and...
- Deny Johnson
Olympic gold medalist sprinter known for his speed and agility.
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December 13, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 13, 1952:
- Roman festivals - Tellus was worshipped in the district Carinae at the Esquiline Hill, and a lectisternium or table was spread for Ceres.
- R.C. Saints - memorial of Saint Lucy
- Also see December 13 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- In the Julian calendar before the Gregorian reform, this was the shortest day and longest night, and widely celebrated as such
- In the Irish calendar the Wednesday, Friday and Saturday following the Feast of Saint Lucy were observed as Quarter tense.
- Malta - Republic Day (since 1974)
- St. Lucia's Day in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.
December 13, 1952: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 13, 1952 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 8th and December 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 13, 1952: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 13, 1952 was Here In My Heart by Al Martino, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.
December 13, 1952: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 13, 1952 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 8th and December 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Al Martino - Here In My Heart
- Jo Stafford - You Belong To Me
- Bing Crosby - The Isle Of Innisfree
- Kay Starr - Comes A-Long A-Love
- Guy Mitchell - Feet Up
December 13, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 13, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Bad and the Beautiful
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Vincente Minnelli
Starring: Lana Turner, Kirk Douglas, Walter Pidgeon, Dick Powell
Country: United States of America
Come Back, Little Sheba
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Daniel Mann
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Shirley Booth, Terry Moore, Richard Jaeckel
Country: United States of America
My Cousin Rachel
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Henry Koster
Starring: Olivia de Havilland, Richard Burton, Audrey Dalton, Ronald Squire
Country: United States of America
Moulin Rouge
Release year: 1952
Directed by: John Huston
Starring: José Ferrer, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Suzanne Flon, Claude Nollier
Country: United States of America
Against All Flags
Release year: 1952
Directed by: George Sherman
Starring: Errol Flynn, Maureen O'Hara, Anthony Quinn, Alice Kelley
Country: United States of America
December 13, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 13, 1952 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Valentino
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Ken Russell
The Big Idea
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Matt Thompson
The Pickwick Papers
Release year: 1952
Directed by: Warwick Gilbert
Huckleberry Finn
Release year: 1952
Directed by: J. Lee Thompson
Operation Diplomat
Release year: 1952
Directed by: John Guillermin
December 13, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 13, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
East of Eden
By: John Steinbeck
It is a masterpiece of Biblical scope and the magnum opus of John Steinbeck, America's most enduring author. In his journal, John Steinbeck, a Nobel Prize winner, called East of Eden "the original book." Indeed, it has the primordial power …
The Sea Around Us
By: Rachel Carson
The Sea Around Us was published in 1951 and is one of the most successful books ever about the natural world. Rachel Carson's unique ability to combine scientific insight and moving, poetic prose saw her book rise to the top …
The Power Of Positive Thinking
By: Norman Vincent Peale
With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.
The Man On A Donkey
By: H.F.M. Prescott
"The New York Times calls it the perfect historical novel." The Man on a Donkey is a riveting, panoramic historical novel that recreates one of history's most turbulent times.
A Man Called Peter
By: Catherine Marshall
Catherine Marshall, in the Preface to A Man Called Peter tells about a dream she had following Peter Marshall's passing. Peter was working in a rose-garden and said, "I!"
Who was the US President on December 13, 1952?
On December 13, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1952?
On December 13, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 13, 1952?
On December 13, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about December 13th?
December 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th day of the month of December. 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 December 13th, such as:
- 2018 - Conflict in northern mali: around 42 people are killed by jihadists riding motorcycles in an attack on tuareg camps in mali.
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: at least 30 people were killed in air strikes by the saudi-led coalition against a rebel police camp in yemen's capital sanaa.
- 2016 - Botroseya church bombing: the islamic state of iraq and the levant claimed responsibility for the bombing of the egyptian coptic church in cairo, which claimed 25 lives on the 11th of december.
What happened in 1952?
1952 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Mr Potato Head, introduced
- 1st black executive of a major TV station
- Gerald D Lascelles (under English Princess Mary) weds Angela Dowding
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What was the calendar for December 1952?
December 1952 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
