Saturday February 16, 1952: on this day

February 16, 1952 was the 47th day of the year 1952, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is February 16, 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 February 16, 1952, who was born and died on February 16, 1952, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1952, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Blacksmith Blues by Ella Mae Morse), movies (e.g. At Sword's Point, directed by Lewis Allen), TV series (e.g. Winner Take All) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1952 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 1952?


February 16, 1952 was a Saturday and it was the 47th day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1952 can also be written as 2/16/1952 in the US and as 16/2/1952 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 1952: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 1952:

  • Hall of famer honus wagner, age 77, retires; pittsburgh pirates retire his #33.

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February 16, 1952: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th 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 16, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1952 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 16, 1952: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1952 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 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 February 16, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 62% full, rising at 10:27 pm and setting at 09:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 11, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Mar 11, 1952.

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Who was born on February 16, 1952?


Famous people born on February 16, 1952:

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

  • Jan Kerouac

    American writer, noted family, and the only child of jack kerouac (famous beat generation author).

  • Peter Kitchen

    English footballer.

  • William Katt

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Barry Foote

    American baseball player.

  • Ahmed Fuad

    Egyptian royalty, the son of king farouk i and the grandson of king ahmed fuad.

  • Terence Kealey

    English biochemist and academic.

  • Gustavo Fernández
  • John Feaver
  • Dariusz Kwiatkowski
  • Francesca Michelotti

Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.

  • Elizabeth Olsen
    Elizabeth Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

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

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • Sarah Clarke
    Sarah Clarke

    American actress.

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February 16, 1952: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 72 years 1 month old,

or 865 months and 12 days old,

or 3762 weeks and 5 days old,

or 26339 days old,

if you were born on February 16, 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 February 16, 1952?

There are 325 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1952?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 16, 1952.

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February 16, 1952: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1952:

  • Knut [Pedersen] Hamsun

    Norwegian writer (wanders, nobel 1920).

  • Jaap Barendregt

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • Yun Dong-ju

    Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.

  • Chien-Shiung Wu

    Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th

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February 16, 1952: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 1952:

  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 1952:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 1952: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 1952 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 11th and February 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 16, 1952: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1952 was The Blacksmith Blues by Ella Mae Morse, according to the music chart for the week February 11th and February 17th.

February 16, 1952: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1952 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 11th and February 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Blacksmith Blues
  2. - Wheel of Fortune

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February 16, 1952: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 1952 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

At Sword's Point

At Sword's Point

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Lewis Allen

Starring: Cornel Wilde, Maureen O'Hara, Robert Douglas, Gladys Cooper

5 Fingers

5 Fingers

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Starring: James Mason, Danielle Darrieux, Michael Rennie, Walter Hampden

Country: United States of America

Retreat, Hell!

Retreat, Hell!

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Joseph H. Lewis

Starring: Frank Lovejoy, Richard Carlson, Anita Louise, Russ Tamblyn

The Belle of New York

The Belle of New York

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Charles Walters

Starring: Fred Astaire, Vera-Ellen, Marjorie Main, Keenan Wynn

La vérité sur Bébé Donge

La vérité sur Bébé Donge

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Henri Decoin

Starring: Danielle Darrieux, Jean Gabin, Jacques Castelot, Daniel Lecourtois

February 16, 1952: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 16, 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:

Winner Take All

Winner Take All

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Paul Bogart

That Reminds Me

That Reminds Me

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Jenny Paul, Wendy Seyb, Monica Cangero

Rebound

Rebound

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Megan Freels Johnston

Hit Parade

Hit Parade

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Joe Casey

The Dinah Shore Show

The Dinah Shore Show

Release year: 1951

Starring: Dinah Shore, Gisele MacKenzie, Fred Waring

Country: United States of America

February 16, 1952: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 16, 1952 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Cruel Sea by Nicholas Monsarrat

The Cruel Sea

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This is a powerful novel about the North Atlantic in World Wat II. It tells the story of the British ships Compass Rose, Saltash, and their desperate cat-and mouse game with Nazi Uboats.

Winds Of Morning by Harold Lenoir Davis

Winds Of Morning

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This novel is a stirring and provocative tale about the American Northwest in 1920s. Written with the same buoyant energy, sharp characterization, pungent wisdom, and the same vivid imagination that H.L.

The Catherine Wheel by Jean Stafford

The Catherine Wheel

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Cloth. Cloth. First Edition. 8vo - over 7A 3/4 " - 9A 3/4 " tall. First U.S. edition. Fine in dj, with small frays at spine tips and a small chip

Dance To The Piper by Agnes de Mille

Dance To The Piper

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Agnes de Mille was born into a family that produced and wrote successful plays. She wanted to become an actress. One day, she saw Anna Pavlova, a Russian ballet dancer.

Show Biz by Abel Green and Joe Laurie Jr

Show Biz

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Hardback compendium/chronology, detailed history of popular theatre, radio, film and television, 1905-1950. It is written in a clear and easy-to-read style. Good sourcebook. Exhaustive index.

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Who was the US President on February 16, 1952?

On February 16, 1952 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1952?

On February 16, 1952 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 1952?

On February 16, 1952 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about February 16th?

February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
  • 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),

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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 February 1952?

February 1952 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 1952 calendar looked like.

Saturday February 16, 1952