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October 18, 1950 was the 291st day of the year 1950, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 18, 1950 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 18, 1950, who was born and died on October 18, 1950, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 1950, which were the most popular songs (ex. A Bushel and a Peck by Perry Como & Betty Hutton), movies (e.g. Copper Canyon, directed by John Farrow), TV series (e.g. You Bet Your Life) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 18th, 1950 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 18, 1950?
- October 18, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 18, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 18, 1950?
- October 18, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 18, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
- October 18, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 18, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
- October 18, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 18, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 18, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 18, 1950?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1950?
- Who was the Pope on October 18, 1950?
What day of the week was October 18, 1950?
October 18, 1950 was a Wednesday and it was the 291st day of the year 1950 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 18, 1950 can also be written as 10/18/1950 in the US and as 18/10/1950 in UK and Europe.
October 18, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 18, 1950: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1950 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1950 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 18, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 18, 1950 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 1950 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 October 18, 1950 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 02:02 pm and setting at 11:30 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 26, 1950 while the next full moon would come on Oct 25, 1950.
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Who was born on October 18, 1950?
Famous people born on October 18, 1950:
![Om Puri]()
Om PuriRenowned Indian actor known for his versatile roles in films.
- Wendy Wasserstein
American playwright.
- Michael Tolkin
Writer.
- Sheila White
London, england -- actress i claudius.
- Merry Martin in Camden
Michigan, usa; actress (leslie - peter loves mary).
- Patrick L Swindall
(rep-r-georgia, 1985- ).
- David Dukelow
American astrologer.
- Luiz Paula
Brazilian psychic and author.
- Gerald Home
- Balázs Bábel
- Natale Ciravolo
- Elman Məmmədov
- Paolo Isotta
- Maria Adriana Giusti
- Terry Gou
- Thomas Gerard Wenski
Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:
![Zac Efron]()
Zac EfronAmerican entertainer and actor.
![Jean-Claude Van Damme]()
Jean-Claude Van DammeBelgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.
![Mike Ditka]()
Mike DitkaMike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...
![Freida Pinto]()
Freida PintoFreida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.
![Norm MacDonald]()
Norm MacDonaldNorm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.
![Erin Moran]()
Erin MoranErin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.
![Milo Yiannopoulos]()
Milo YiannopoulosMilo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...
![Michael McKean]()
Michael McKeanMichael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...
![Jacques Higelin]()
Jacques HigelinFrench musician and singer of pop.
![Melina Mercouri]()
Melina MercouriGreek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).
October 18, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 73 years 6 months old,
or 882 months and 7 days old,
or 3836 weeks and 1 day old,
or 26853 days old,
if you were born on October 18, 1950.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 October 18, 1950?
There are 176 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1950?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 18, 1950.
October 18, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 18, 1950:
- Elody Boulanger
Elody Boulanger was a French politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.
- Giuseppe Borgatti
What famous deaths happened on October 18th?
Famous deaths on October 18th:
![Sylvia Kristel]()
Sylvia KristelDutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).
![Julie London]()
Julie LondonAmerican actress and breathy blues singer.
![Gwen Verdon]()
Gwen VerdonAmerican dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.
![Tsuru Aoki]()
Tsuru AokiAmerican actress born in japan (born 1892).
![Henry Travers]()
Henry TraversActor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.
- Thos Alva Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Thomos Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Elizabeth Arden
Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.
- Primus Babbage
Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...
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October 18, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 18, 1950:
- Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
- USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
October 18, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 18, 1950 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 16th and October 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 18, 1950: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1950 was A Bushel and a Peck by Perry Como & Betty Hutton, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.
October 18, 1950: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1950 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 16th and October 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Perry Como & Betty Hutton - A Bushel and a Peck
- Ray Anthony - Nevertheless (I'm In Love With You)
October 18, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 18, 1950 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Copper Canyon
Release year: 1950
Directed by: John Farrow
Starring: Ray Milland, Hedy Lamarr, Macdonald Carey, Mona Freeman
All about Eve
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Aventurera
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Alberto Gout
Starring: Ninón Sevilla, Tito Junco, Andrea Palma, Rubén Rojo
Let's Dance
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
Starring: Betty Hutton, Fred Astaire, Roland Young, Ruth Warrick
All About Eve
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Starring: Bette Davis, Anne Baxter, George Sanders, Celeste Holm
Country: United States of America
October 18, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 18, 1950 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
You Bet Your Life
Release year: 1950
Starring: Groucho Marx, George Fenneman
Country: United States of America
Tom Corbett, Space Cadet
Release year: 1950
Starring: Frankie Thomas, Al Markim, Jan Merlin, Jack Grimes
Country: United States of America
Rancho Alegre
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Rolando Aguilar
Star Time
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Alexander Cassini
Chance of a Lifetime
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Bernard Miles
October 18, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 18, 1950 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Behind The Flying Saucers
By: Frank Scully
Hardcover copy in excellent condition. Ex-library copy. Ex-library copy. Jacket spine and back cover in good condition. Front of cover missing.
Across The River And Into The Trees
By: Ernest Hemingway
HEMINGWAY'S POIGNANT STORY OF A LOVE FOUND TOO EARLY Set in Venice at the end of World War II. Across the River, into the Trees is the bittersweet tale
The Cardinal
By: Henry Morton Robinson
The Cardinal became a bestseller immediately after its publication. It was a selection from the Literary Guild and was published in over a dozen languages. The book has been sold more than two million times.
Look Younger, Live Longer
By: Gayelord Hauser
This book contains sound and sane advice that will make your mature years more enjoyable and healthier.
Chicago Confidential
By: Jack Lait and Lee Mortimer
Chicago is known as the "hurly-burly", rough-and tumble, guns-and girls, front-page city of the U.S. This is an uncensored, uncensored and shocking account of this fascinating, fast-paced, fascinating city.
Who was the US President on October 18, 1950?
On October 18, 1950 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1950?
On October 18, 1950 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 18, 1950?
On October 18, 1950 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about October 18th?
October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
- 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).
What happened in 1950?
1950 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Happy as Larry opens at Coronet Theater NYC for 3 performances
- Happy as Larry closes at Coronet Theater NYC after 3 performances
- As the Girls Go closes at Winter Garden Theater NYC after 420 performances
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What was the calendar for October 1950?
October 1950 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
