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December 13, 1955 was the 347th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 13, 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 December 13, 1955, who was born and died on December 13, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 13, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Autumn Leaves by Roger Williams), movies (e.g. The Court Jester, directed by Melvin Frank, Norman Panama), TV series (e.g. Here And Now) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 13th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 13, 1955?
- December 13, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 13, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 13, 1955?
- December 13, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 13, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- December 13, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 13, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- December 13, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 13, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 13, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 13, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on December 13, 1955?
What day of the week was December 13, 1955?
December 13, 1955 was a Tuesday and it was the 347th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 13, 1955 can also be written as 12/13/1955 in the US and as 13/12/1955 in UK and Europe.
December 13, 1955: 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, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 13, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 13th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 13, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 13, 1955 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 13, 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 December 13, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 06:36 am and setting at 04:56 pm.
The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Dec 29, 1955.
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Who was born on December 13, 1955?
Famous people born on December 13, 1955:
- Ralph Benmergui
Canadian journalist, comedian, and advisor to the political class, moroccan-born canadian radio and television personality.
- Gianna Angelopoulos-Daskalaki
Greek businesswoman and former president of the organizing committee for the 2004 Athens Olympics.
- Joseph Mahmoud
Moroccan-french runner.
- Lucia Vasini
Italian comedianne, most well-known for her work with paolo possi as a comedy duo.
- Ottavio Lavaggi
- Valerij Loginov
- Thomas Römer
- Glenn Roeder
- Emmanuèle Bernheim
- Paul Enquist
- Vincenzo Cirasola
- Enrico Gatti
- Milan Jovin
Whose famous birthday is on December 13th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 13th:
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Taylor SwiftAmerican singer-songwriter.
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Christopher PlummerChristopher Plummer was a Canadian actor known for his versatile performances in films such as 'The Sound of Music', 'Beginners', and 'The...
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Jamie FoxxAcademy Award-winning actor known for his roles in films like 'Ray' and 'Django Unchained'.
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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, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 4 months old,
or 820 months and 13 days old,
or 3567 weeks and 3 days old,
or 24972 days old,
if you were born on December 13, 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 December 13, 1955?
There are 231 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, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 13, 1955.
December 13, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 13, 1955:
- Egas Moniz
Portuguese psychiatrist and neurosurgeon, nobel prize laureate (b. 1874).
- Léon Werth
- Antonio Egas Moniz
- Alexandru Proca
- VI conte di Clarendon George Villiers
- Valeriano León
What famous deaths happened on December 13th?
Famous deaths on December 13th:
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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, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 13, 1955:
- 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, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 13, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 12th and December 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 13, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 13, 1955 was Autumn Leaves by Roger Williams, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.
December 13, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 13, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 12th and December 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roger Williams - Autumn Leaves
- Al Hibbler - He
December 13, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 13, 1955 was Rock Around The Clock by Bill Haley & His Comets, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.
December 13, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 13, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 12th and December 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Haley & His Comets - Rock Around The Clock
- Dickie Valentine - Christmas Alphabet
- The Four Aces - Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
- Winifred Atwell - Let's Have A Ding Dong
- Max Bygraves - Meet Me On The Corner
December 13, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 13, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Court Jester
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Melvin Frank, Norman Panama
Starring: Danny Kaye, Glynis Johns, Basil Rathbone, Angela Lansbury
Country: United States of America
Sissi
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Ernst Marischka
Starring: Romy Schneider, Karlheinz Böhm, Magda Schneider, Uta Franz
Country: United States of America
The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Otto Preminger
Starring: Gary Cooper, Charles Bickford, Ralph Bellamy, Rod Steiger
It's a Dog's Life
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Herman Hoffman
Starring: Jeff Richards, Jarma Lewis, Edmund Gwenn, Dean Jagger
The Indian Fighter
Release year: 1955
Directed by: André De Toth
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Elsa Martinelli, Walter Matthau, Diana Douglas
December 13, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 13, 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:
Here and Now
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Fabien Constant
Perspective
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jason Drakeford
The Snow Queen
Release year: 1955
Directed by: LEV ATAMANOV
St. Ives
Release year: 1955
Judge Roy Bean
Release year: 1955
December 13, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 13, 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, …
An Episode Of Sparrows
By: Rumer Godden
A Mortimer Square Garden Committee emergency meeting has been called to discuss an alarming matter. Someone was digging in the garden, stealing buckets of dirt.
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.
Why Johnny Can'T Read
By: Rudolf Franz Flesch
The U.S. Department of Education recommends this classic book on phonics. This book contains complete instructions and materials for teaching children how to read at home.
The Deer Park
By: Norman Mailer
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.
Who was the US President on December 13, 1955?
On December 13, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 13, 1955?
On December 13, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 13, 1955?
On December 13, 1955 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 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 December 1955?
December 1955 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.
