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April 18, 1953 was the 108th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 18, 1953 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 18, 1953, who was born and died on April 18, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 18, 1953, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Glen or Glenda, directed by Edward D. Wood Jr.), TV series (e.g. Strictly Personal) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 18th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 18, 1953?
- April 18, 1953: What happened on that day?
- April 18, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 18, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 18, 1953?
- April 18, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 18, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
- April 18, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 18, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
- April 18, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 18, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 18, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 18, 1953?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 18, 1953?
- Who was the Pope on April 18, 1953?
What day of the week was April 18, 1953?
April 18, 1953 was a Saturday and it was the 108th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 18, 1953 can also be written as 4/18/1953 in the US and as 18/4/1953 in UK and Europe.
April 18, 1953: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 18, 1953:
- Pal joey closes at broadhurst theater nyc after 542 performances
April 18, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 18th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 18, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 18, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Snake 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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Birth chart on this day
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April 18, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 18, 1953 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 18, 1953 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 April 18, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 08:27 am and setting at 12:22 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 30, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Apr 29, 1953.
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Who was born on April 18, 1953?
Famous people born on April 18, 1953:
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Rick MoranisCanadian actor known for his roles in 'Ghostbusters' and 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.
- Arturo Belano
- Walter Martino
- Paul Biyoghé Mba
- Nunzio Favia
- Stefano Jurgens
- Marina Krošina
- Giambattista Bufardeci
- Bernt Johansson
- Dominique D'Onofrio
- Gregorio Botta
Whose famous birthday is on April 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 18th:
![David Tennant]()
David TennantDavid tennant is a scottish actor known for his role as the tenth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.
![James Woods]()
James WoodsAmerican actor who is known for his ability to play charmingly bad guys.
![America Ferrera]()
America FerreraAmerican actress who played the title role in "ugly betty," an american television series.
![Melissa Joan Hart]()
Melissa Joan HartMelissa joan hart is an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows sabrina the teenage witch and clarissa explains it all.
![Britt Robertson]()
Britt RobertsonBritt robertson is an american movie actress known for her roles in the longest ride, tomorrowland, and girlboss.
![Eric Roberts]()
Eric RobertsEric roberts is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the dark knight and runaway train.
![Amanda Sthers]()
Amanda SthersShe is also known by the name amanda maruani.
![Eli Roth]()
Eli RothAmerican filmmaker; he was known for his horror film "cabin fever", which he bought for $2 million.
![Hayley Mills]()
Hayley MillsBritish actress.
![Régis Wargnier]()
Régis WargnierFrench film director, producer, screenwriter, and film score composer.
April 18, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 71 years and 7 days old,
or 852 months and 7 days old,
or 3705 weeks and 5 days old,
or 25940 days old,
if you were born on April 18, 1953.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 April 18, 1953?
There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 18th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 18, 1953?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 18, 1953.
April 18, 1953: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 18, 1953:
- Michele Pane
- Ottorino De Fiore
What famous deaths happened on April 18th?
Famous deaths on April 18th:
![Pierre Desproges]()
Pierre DesprogesFrench humorist, well-known for his elaborate, eloquent, and, above all, vicious diatribes that criticize everything and everyone.
![Betty Compson]()
Betty CompsonActress (barker.
- Messiyah Einstein
Famous for developing the theory of relativity and the equation E=mc^2.
- Glyndon Einstein
Glyndon Einstein was a renowned German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern...
- Kartel Einstein
Theoretical physicist known for the theory of relativity.
- Alegend Einstein
Developed the theory of relativity.
- Mally Einstein
Mally Einstein was a German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.
- Alyus Einstein
Famous physicist who developed the theory of relativity.
- Albert Einstein
German-swiss-american scientist, a physicist who developed the theory of relativity in 1905, and the general theory in 1916, laying the...
- Adream Einstein
Adream Einstein was a renowned physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the most important scientific theories of the 20th...
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April 18, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 18, 1953:
- Blessed Idesbald van der Gracht (d. 1167), patron saint of fishermen and Flemish nobility
- Marie de l'Incarnation (1566 ? 1618)
- The Cheat's Cheatday on homestarrunner.com
- Zimbabwe ? Independence Day.
- Iran - Army Day
Saints celebrated on April 18, 1953:
- Saint Werner (d. 1287)
- Saint Galdino (d. 1176)
- Saint Perfecto (d. 850)
- Saint Agia (Aya) (d. 707)
- Saint Timon
- Saint Ursmarus (d. 713)
- Saint Eusebius (d. 526)
- Saint Apollonius (d. 185/6)
- Saint Emma
April 18, 1953: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 18, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 13th and April 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 18, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 18, 1953 was She Wears Red Feathers by Guy Mitchell, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 18, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 18, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Guy Mitchell - She Wears Red Feathers
- Lita Roza - (How Much Is That) Doggie In The Window?
- Frankie Laine - I Believe
- The Stargazers - Broken Wings
- Johnston Brothers - Oh Happy Day
April 18, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 18, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Glen or Glenda
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Edward D. Wood Jr.
Starring: Edward D. Wood Jr., Bela Lugosi, Lyle Talbot, Timothy Farrell
Country: United States of America
Split Second
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Dick Powell
Starring: Stephen McNally, Alexis Smith, Jan Sterling, Keith Andes
Scared Stiff
Release year: 1953
Directed by: George Marshall
Starring: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Lizabeth Scott, Carmen Miranda
Ambush at Tomahawk Gap
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Fred F. Sears
Starring: John Hodiak, John Derek, David Brian, María Elena Marqués
Sea Devils
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Raoul Walsh
Starring: Yvonne De Carlo, Rock Hudson, Maxwell Reed, Denis O'Dea
April 18, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 18, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Strictly Personal
Release year: 1953
Both Sides
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Danielle Williamson
Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe
Release year: 1953
Directed by: Fred C. Brannon
Coke Time
Release year: 1953
Starring: Eddie Fisher, Fred Robbins, Lou Crosby, Axel Stordahl and His Orchestra
Country: United States of America
Ramar of the Jungle
Release year: 1953
Starring: Jon Hall, Ray Montgomery, Nick Stewart
Country: United States of America
April 18, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 18, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Prince Bart
By: Jay Richard Kennedy
Bart Blaine, a 39-year-old actor, suffers a heart attack. He attempts to regain his professional success.
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!"
The Sign Of Jonas
By: Thomas Merton
The Sign of Jonas was created five years after Merton entered the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani. It is an incredible view of Merton’s life in a Trappist monastery.
The White Rabbit
By: Bruce Marshall
It was a huge success, received soaring critical reviews and inspired a movie: the harrowing tale of a British agent captured in World War Two and his refusal to break under horrific torture.
Who was the US President on April 18, 1953?
On April 18, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 18, 1953?
On April 18, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 18, 1953?
On April 18, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about April 18th?
April 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of April. 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 April 18th, such as:
- 2019 - 14 people were killed in a gun attack in pakistan on a bus during the 2019 makran massacre
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - israeli involvement in the syrian civil war. it was revealed that an israeli airstrike against an airbase in syria had recently been launched at an iranian tor missile defense system.
- 2017 - The egyptian ministry of antiquities announced the discovery of 8 mummies and 10 colorful sarcophagi in an ancient tomb located near the valley of the kings, luxor.
What happened in 1953?
1953 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
- WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
- NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak
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What was the calendar for April 1953?
April 1953 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
