Saturday July 16, 1955: on this day

July 16, 1955 was the 197th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is July 16, 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 July 16, 1955, who was born and died on July 16, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 16, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ain't It A Shame by Fats Domino), movies (e.g. The Kentuckian, directed by Burt Lancaster), TV series (e.g. Frankie Laine Time) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 16th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 16, 1955?


July 16, 1955 was a Saturday and it was the 197th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 1955 can also be written as 7/16/1955 in the US and as 16/7/1955 in UK and Europe.

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July 16, 1955: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 16, 1955:

  • Golden horseshoe revue 1st of 50,000+ performances, disneyland

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July 16, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 16, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on July 16th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 16, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 16, 1955 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 16, 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 July 16, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 02:21 am and setting at 06:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 05, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Aug 03, 1955.

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Who was born on July 16, 1955?


Famous people born on July 16, 1955:

  • Binod Chaudhary

    Binod Chaudhary is a Nepali businessman and the chairman of the Chaudhary Group, a diversified conglomerate based in Nepal.

  • Susan Wheeler

    American poet and academic.

  • Zohar Argov

    Israeli singer (born 1955).

  • Saw Swee Leong

    Malaysian badminton player.

  • Annie Whitehead

    English trombonist.

  • Armando Aliaga
  • Ivan Bilský
  • Massimo Bernardini
  • Kike Elomaa
  • Simone Aparecida Bighetti
  • Michel Pansard

Whose famous birthday is on July 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 16th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif

    Katrina kaif is a british actress and model known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Corey Feldman
    Corey Feldman

    Corey feldman is a well-known american actor and musician, best known for his roles in popular 1980s films such as the goonies and stand by...

  • Phoebe Cates
    Phoebe Cates

    Phoebe cates is a former american actress known for her roles in popular 1980s films such as 'fast times at ridgemont high' and 'gremlins'.

  • Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell

    American comedian and actor who started his career on "saturday night live.

  • Ginger Rogers
    Ginger Rogers

    American actress and dancer, rogers was a glamour queen who wore chic clothes and sounded down-to-earth vowels.

  • Michael Flatley
    Michael Flatley

    A talented irish-american dancer taps at a staggering 28 taps per second.

  • Rubén Blades
    Rubén Blades

    Actor and singer-songwriter from panama.

  • Chris Pontius
    Chris Pontius

    American actor and jackass cast member.

  • Faye Grant
    Faye Grant

    American actress.

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July 16, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 9 months old,

or 825 months and 3 days old,

or 3587 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25115 days old,

if you were born on July 16, 1955.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 16, 1955?

There are 88 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 16, 1955.

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July 16, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 16, 1955:

  • Jean de Merode [Marie-Louise Courtenay]

    Belgian princess, dies at 81.

  • Harry Rosenswärd
  • Pasquale Simonetti

What famous deaths happened on July 16th?

Famous deaths on July 16th:

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • Harry Chapin
    Harry Chapin

    American singer, musician, trumpeter, and guitarist.

  • James Gammon
    James Gammon

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Patsy Ruth Miller
    Patsy Ruth Miller

    Actress (wide open sap twin beds, sap), dies at 91.

  • Meli Lorca

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Lynnon Frost

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Carols Cruz

    Iconic Brazilian samba singer and actress.

  • Felma Hertz

    Contributed to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

  • Jhonnie Winter

    Jhonnie Winter was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, and one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time.

  • Nguyen Du

    Vietnamese poet best known for writing 'The Tale of Kieu'.

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July 16, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 16, 1955:

  • Botswana - President's Day (2nd day)
  • Catholic - Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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July 16, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 16, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 11th and July 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 1955 was Ain't It A Shame by Fats Domino, according to the music chart for the week July 11th and July 17th.

July 16, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 16, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 11th and July 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ain't It A Shame
  2. - (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock
  3. - Learnin' The Blues
  4. - Unchained Melody
  5. - Something's Gotta Give (orchestra Of Sy Oliver)

July 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Jimmy Young, according to the music chart for the week July 11th and July 17th.

July 16, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 16, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 11th and July 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Unchained Melody
  2. - Dreamboat
  3. - Unchained Melody
  4. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  5. - I Wonder

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July 16, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 16, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Kentuckian

The Kentuckian

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Burt Lancaster

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Diana Lynn, Dianne Foster, Walter Matthau

Country: United States of America

The Phenix City Story

The Phenix City Story

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Phil Karlson

Starring: John McIntire, Richard Kiley, Kathryn Grant, Edward Andrews

The Virgin Queen

The Virgin Queen

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Henry Koster

Starring: Bette Davis, Richard Todd, Joan Collins, Jay Robinson

You're Never Too Young

You're Never Too Young

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Norman Taurog

Starring: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Diana Lynn, Nina Foch

I Am a Camera

I Am a Camera

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Henry Cornelius

Starring: Julie Harris, Laurence Harvey, Shelley Winters, Ron Randell

July 16, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 16, 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:

Frankie Laine Time

Frankie Laine Time

Release year: 1955

Musical Chairs

Musical Chairs

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jonathan Bergstrom

Holiday Hotel

Holiday Hotel

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michel Lang

Undercurrent

Undercurrent

Release year: 1955

Do It Yourself

Do It Yourself

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Dimitris Tsilifonis

July 16, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 16, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Run Silent, Run Deep by Edward L. Beach

Run Silent, Run Deep

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This is the story of the silent serviceaEUR", the submarine crews that destroyed the Japanese merchant ship. It is a narrative tale with drama and intimacy, telling the story of two strong-headed men. Their loves, their jealousies and their fates …

My Philadelphia Father by Cordelia Drexel Biddle and Kyle Crichton

My Philadelphia Father

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It's an incredible story.

The Breaking Wave by Nevil Shute

The Breaking Wave

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The Breaking Wave, one of Nevil Shutes' most moving and psychologically compelling novels, is set in the year immediately after World War II.

Onions In The Stew by Betty MacDonald

Onions In The Stew

By:

Betty MacDonald's books have taught me much about tolerance and friendship, even though I am an adult in my 20's.

The Game Of Hearts by Lesley Blanch

The Game Of Hearts

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Memoirs by the famous British Regency courtesan. Her clients included the Prince, the Lord Chancellor, and four future Prime Ministers.

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Who was the US President on July 16, 1955?

On July 16, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 16, 1955?

On July 16, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 16, 1955?

On July 16, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about July 16th?

July 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of July. 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 July 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: airstrikes by the syrian government targeting residential areas in jisr al-shughur and khan shaykhun in idlib province kill at least nine civilians, and injure fourteen others.
  • 2018 - 2015-2018 iraqi protests - demonstrations in iraq leave many people dead and create mass unrest.
  • 2017 - Jodie whittaker will replace peter capaldi in the 13th doctor's incarnation, making her the first woman to assume the role of doctor who's science fiction television series.

Find out more about July 16th

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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 July 1955?

July 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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 July 1955 calendar looked like.

Saturday July 16, 1955