Monday April 21, 1947: on this day

April 21, 1947 was the 111th day of the year 1947, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is April 21, 1947 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 21, 1947, who was born and died on April 21, 1947, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1947, which were the most popular songs (ex. Peg O' My Heart by Harmonicats), movies (e.g. Hi De Ho, directed by Josh Binney), TV series (e.g. Kraft Theatre) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 21st, 1947 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 21, 1947?


April 21, 1947 was a Monday and it was the 111th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 21, 1947 can also be written as 4/21/1947 in the US and as 21/4/1947 in UK and Europe.

April 21, 1947 in April 1947 calendar

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April 21, 1947: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 21, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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April 21, 1947: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 21, 1947 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 1947 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 21, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 05:35 am and setting at 08:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1947 while the next full moon would come on May 05, 1947.

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Who was born on April 21, 1947?


Famous people born on April 21, 1947:

  • Iggy Pop
    Iggy Pop

    American musician, a punk rocker.

  • Ia Osterberg

    Lead singer of the punk rock band The Stooges.

  • John Weider

    English bass player (family the animals johnny kidd and the pirates and stud).

  • Al Bumbry

    American baseball player.

  • Robert Black

    Three unsolved murders are being attributed to a scottish kidnapper and child molester.

  • Iggy Pop [James Newell Osterberg] in Ypsilanti

    Michigan, usa; rocker ("zombie birdhouse").

  • Alan Warner

    Rocker (foundations).

  • Barbara Park

    Children's author.

  • Andrew Tobias

    Journalist.

  • Jean-Pierre Defait

    French journalist and editor for "ciel et espace", a french monthly magazine published annually by the french astronomical association.

  • Judith McGrath
  • Rudi Stohl
  • Enrique Novi

Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:

  • Elizabeth II
    Elizabeth II

    Elizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.

  • Tony Danza
    Tony Danza

    Tony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.

  • James McAvoy
    James McAvoy

    Scottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...

  • Christian Coma
    Christian Coma

    Christian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.

  • Rollo May
    Rollo May

    American psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.

  • Charles Grodin
    Charles Grodin

    American actor and talk show host (d. 2021).

  • Alana Ladd
    Alana Ladd

    American celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.

  • Claire Denis
    Claire Denis

    Paris, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).

  • John Mortimer
    John Mortimer

    British screenwriter, barrister and author.

  • Glen Hansard
    Glen Hansard

    Glen Hansard is an Irish musician and actor, best known as the frontman of The Frames and The Swell Season.

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April 21, 1947: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 76 years 11 months old,

or 923 months and 7 days old,

or 4014 weeks and 3 days old,

or 28101 days old,

if you were born on April 21, 1947.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 21, 1947?

There are 24 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 21st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 21, 1947.

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April 21, 1947: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 21, 1947:

  • Heitor da Silva Costa

What famous deaths happened on April 21st?

Famous deaths on April 21st:

  • Nina Simone
    Nina Simone

    American jazz singer.

  • Ursula Jeans
    Ursula Jeans

    Simla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").

  • Charles 'Buddy' Rogers
    Charles 'Buddy' Rogers

    American actor and musician (born in 1904).

  • James Melton
    James Melton

    American operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.

  • Mark Twain

    Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...

  • Oaks Twain

    Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.

  • Rmoni Simone

    Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.

  • Jersee Twain

    Jersee Twain was a renowned American writer and humorist, best known for his classic novels 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The...

  • Caeson Twain

    Caeson Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.

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April 21, 1947: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 21, 1947:

  • Rome - city birthday.
  • Texas-San Jacinto Day
  • Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
  • Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
  • Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
  • Tiradentes - Brazil.
  • Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.

Observances on April 21, 1947:

  • World Creativity and Innovation Day

Saints celebrated on April 21, 1947:

  • Saint Wolbodo
  • Saint Konrad von Parzham
  • Saint Anastasius I
  • Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
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April 21, 1947: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 21, 1947 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 21st and April 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 21, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1947 was Peg O' My Heart by Harmonicats, according to the music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.

April 21, 1947: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1947 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Peg O' My Heart

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April 21, 1947: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 21, 1947 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Hi De Ho

Hi De Ho

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Josh Binney

Starring: Cab Calloway, Ida James, Jeni Le Gon, William Campbell

Born to Kill

Born to Kill

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Robert Wise

Starring: Claire Trevor, Lawrence Tierney, Walter Slezak, Phillip Terry

Country: United States of America

Blaze of Noon

Blaze of Noon

Release year: 1947

Directed by: John Farrow

Starring: Anne Baxter, William Holden, Sonny Tufts, William Bendix

High Barbaree

High Barbaree

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Jack Conway

Starring: Van Johnson, June Allyson, Thomas Mitchell, Marilyn Maxwell

Calcutta

Calcutta

Release year: 1947

Directed by: John Farrow

Starring: Alan Ladd, Gail Russell, William Bendix, June Duprez

April 21, 1947: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 21, 1947 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Kraft Theatre

Kraft Theatre

Release year: 1947

Starring: Ed Herlihy, Vaughn Taylor, Valerie Cossart, E.G. Marshall

Country: United States of America

Doorway to Fame

Doorway to Fame

Release year: 1947

Starring: Johnny Olson, Ned Harvey, Joe Bolton

Country: United States of America

Juvenile Jury

Juvenile Jury

Release year: 1947

Starring: Jack Barry, Red Skelton, Mary Small

Country: United States of America

Show Business, Inc.

Show Business, Inc.

Release year: 1947

Country: United States of America

Small Fry Club

Small Fry Club

Release year: 1947

Starring: Bob Emery, Howard J. Schuman

Country: United States of America

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Who was the US President on April 21, 1947?

On April 21, 1947 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1947?

On April 21, 1947 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 21, 1947?

On April 21, 1947 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about April 21st?

April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:

  • 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).

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What happened in 1947?

1947 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Dizzy Gillespie presented his 1st Carnegie Hall concert in New York
  • Former Yank manager Joe McCarthy signs to manage Red Sox
  • Record World Series crowd of 73,365 at Yankee Stadium

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What was the calendar for April 1947?

April 1947 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.

Discover how April 1947 calendar looked like.

Monday April 21, 1947