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July 19, 1955 was the 200th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is July 19, 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 19, 1955, who was born and died on July 19, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 19, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock by Bill Haley and His Comets), movies (e.g. The Night of the Hunter, directed by Charles Laughton), TV series (e.g. Windows) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 19th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 19, 1955?
- July 19, 1955: What happened on that day?
- July 19, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 19, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 19, 1955?
- July 19, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 19, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- July 19, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- July 19, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- July 19, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 19, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 19, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 19, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 19, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on July 19, 1955?
What day of the week was July 19, 1955?
July 19, 1955 was a Tuesday and it was the 200th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 19, 1955 can also be written as 7/19/1955 in the US and as 19/7/1955 in UK and Europe.
July 19, 1955: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 19, 1955:
- Balclutha ties up at pier 43 and becomes a floating museum
- Yarkon water project opens to supply water to negev desert in israel
July 19, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 19th 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 19, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 19, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on July 19th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 19, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 19, 1955 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 19, 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 19, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:48 am and setting at 09:02 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 19, 1955?
Famous people born on July 19, 1955:
- Estefano Salgado
Renowned Mexican painter known for his vibrant and colorful artworks.
- Karen Cheryl
French actress, singer, and radio and television presenter.
- Dalton McGuinty
Canadian politician named leader of the ontario provincial liberal party 12/01/1996.
- Roger Binny
Indian cricketer and sportscaster.
- Kym Ruddell
- Magda Angela Zanoni
- Donatello Dubini
- John B. T. Campbell III
- Kiyoshi Kurosawa
- Ali Laarayedh
- Silvia Pérez
Whose famous birthday is on July 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 19th:
![Jared Padalecki]()
Jared PadaleckiJared padalecki is an american actor known for his role as sam winchester in the tv series supernatural.
![Shane Dawson]()
Shane DawsonShane dawson is an american youtube comedian known for his sketch comedy and vlogs, as well as his documentary-style series on conspiracy...
![Abel Ferrara]()
Abel FerraraAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Atom Egoyan]()
Atom EgoyanCanadian film and stage director.
![Isabel Jewell]()
Isabel JewellAmerican actress on stage, film and television.
![Dennis Cole]()
Dennis ColeAmerican television and film actor.
![George Dzundza]()
George DzundzaGerman-american actor.
![Anthony Edwards]()
Anthony EdwardsAmerican actor best known for his role in "er", the tv series.
![Vinessa Shaw]()
Vinessa ShawVinessa shaw is an american actress known for her roles in hocus pocus and eyes wide shut.
![Campbell Scott]()
Campbell ScottCampbell scott is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as 'singles' and 'the amazing spider-man'.
July 19, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 9 months old,
or 825 months and 6 days old,
or 3588 weeks and 2 days old,
or 25118 days old,
if you were born on July 19, 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 July 19, 1955?
There are 85 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday July 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 19, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 19, 1955.
July 19, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 19, 1955:
- Koos [Jacobus J] Vorrink
Dutch social democratic (sdap/ajc/pvda) dies at 64.
- Ambrogio Clerici
What famous deaths happened on July 19th?
Famous deaths on July 19th:
![Rutger Hauer]()
Rutger HauerDutch actor who excels in the role of villain in films like "blade runner," nighthawks, and "the hitcher.
![James Garner]()
James GarnerAmerican actor, and a top star in movies, tv shows and commercials.
![Cécile Aubry]()
Cécile AubryFrench actress, author, and dancer.
![Jack Warden]()
Jack WardenAmerican actor (d. 2006).
![Joe Flynn]()
Joe FlynnAmerican comedian, actor and vaudevillian who transitioned into tv and movie.
![Eddie Quillan]()
Eddie QuillanPhiladelphia, pennsylvania -- actor ("julia, hell town").
![Faina Ranevskaya]()
Faina RanevskayaRussian actress (born 1896).
![Tom Davis]()
Tom DavisAmerican private citizen.
- Vandella Frost
Pioneering chemist known for her research in nanotechnology.
- Anokhi Sharma
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 19th
July 19, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on July 19, 1955:
- According to sitcom Father Ted, previous events that occurred on July 19 included Galway being liberated by the Indians, Marathon was renamed Snickers and the Ice Age ended.
- St. Symmachus
- St. Machrina
- St. Arsenius
- Catholic - Feasts of St. Vincent de Paul
- Nicaragua - National Liberation Day
- Myanmar - Martyr's Day
- Malaysia - Birthday of Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Ng Sembilan
- Roman festivals - Lucaria
July 19, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 19, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 18th and July 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 19, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 19, 1955 was (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock by Bill Haley and His Comets, according to the music chart for the week July 18th and July 24th.
July 19, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 19, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 18th and July 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Haley and His Comets - (We're Gonna) Rock Around The Clock
- Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues
- Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
July 19, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 19, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Jimmy Young, according to the music chart for the week July 18th and July 24th.
July 19, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 19, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 18th and July 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jimmy Young - Unchained Melody
- Alma Cogan - Dreamboat
- Al Hibbler - Unchained Melody
- Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Dickie Valentine - I Wonder
July 19, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 19, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Night of the Hunter
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Charles Laughton
Starring: Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Lillian Gish, James Gleason
Country: United States of America
Nana
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Christian-Jaque
Starring: Charles Boyer, Martine Carol, Walter Chiari, Paul Frankeur
The Scarlet Coat
Release year: 1955
Directed by: John Sturges
Starring: Cornel Wilde, Michael Wilding, George Sanders, Anne Francis
Pearl of the South Pacific
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Allan Dwan
Starring: Virginia Mayo, Dennis Morgan, David Farrar, Murvyn Vye
The Kentuckian
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Burt Lancaster
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Diana Lynn, Dianne Foster, Walter Matthau
Country: United States of America
July 19, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 19, 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:
Windows
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Gordon Willis
Frankie Laine Time
Release year: 1955
Musical Chairs
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jonathan Bergstrom
Holiday Hotel
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Michel Lang
Undercurrent
Release year: 1955
July 19, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 19, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Breaking Wave
By: Nevil Shute
The Breaking Wave, one of Nevil Shutes' most moving and psychologically compelling novels, is set in the year immediately after World War II.
The Family Of Man
By: Edward Steichen
The Family of Man, a photograph exhibition that was hailed as the best ever, opened in New York at The Museum of Modern Art in January 1955.
Something Of Value
By: Robert Ruark
The novel Something of Value is based on the events that occurred in Kenya Colony during Mau Mau's violent insurrection in the 1950s. This uprising was almost exclusive to Kenya Colony.
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.
Who was the US President on July 19, 1955?
On July 19, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 19, 1955?
On July 19, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on July 19, 1955?
On July 19, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about July 19th?
July 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th 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 19th, such as:
- 2019 - Relations between iran and the united kingdom: the iranian navy of islamic revolutionary guard corps seizes the british tanker stena impero from the united kingdom and temporarily seizes the british-operated, liberian-flagged ship mesdar in the persian gulf. jeremy hunt, british foreign secretary, says iran will not allow the tanker to be released.
- 2018 - Protests in 2015-2018 iraq: the protests began last week and continue amid anger at poor public services, high levels of unemployment, and pollution.
- 2017 - Barbara weldens (singer), whose first album won many awards, falls to the ground while performing at festival leo ferre, gourdon, in southwestern france. according to reports, the 35-year old singer and poet was electrocuted.
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.
