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see horoscope and birth chart for December 21, 1946What happened on Saturday, December 21, 1946?
About December 21st, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: The classic film 'It's a Wonderful Life,' directed by Frank Capra, premiered in New York City on December 21, 1946. The movie, starring James Stewart and Donna Reed, has since become a beloved holiday tradition.
- Day of the week: December 21st, 1946 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
More about December 21st, 1946? See below for more news and curiosities on December 21st, 1946.
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- December 21, 1946: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was December 21, 1946?
- Who was born on December 21, 1946?
- December 21, 1946: What famous people died on that day?
- December 21, 1946: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 21, 1946: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on December 21, 1946?
- Back in 1946
December 21, 1946: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 21, 1946:
- It's a Wonderful Life premieres in USA The classic film 'It's a Wonderful Life,' directed by Frank Capra, premiered in New York City on December 21, 1946. The movie, starring James Stewart and Donna Reed, has since become a beloved holiday tradition. source: loc.gov
- Devastating Nankaidō earthquake in Japan On December 21, 1946, the Nankaidō earthquake struck Japan, measuring 8.1 on the Richter scale. This disaster caused significant damage and loss of life, particularly in the Kii Peninsula region. source: britannica.com
- Birth of Carl Wilson Carl Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys and influential musician, was born on December 21, 1946. He played a significant role in the band's sound and success during the 1960s. source: biography.com
- Broadway Musical Closes The theatrical production 'If the Shoe Fits' concludes its short run at the Century Theater in New York City after just 20 performances, reflecting the competitive and challenging nature of Broadway productions.
December 21, 1946: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from December 1946
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What day of the week was December 21, 1946?
December 21, 1946 was a Saturday and it was the 355th day of the year 1946 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 21, 1946 can also be written as 12/21/1946 in the US and as 21/12/1946 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on December 21, 1946?
Famous people born on December 21, 1946:
![Dick Wolf]()
Dick WolfRenowned television producer, creator of the highly successful 'Law & Order' franchise and multiple popular TV series.
![Carl Wilson]()
Carl WilsonLegendary guitarist and vocalist of The Beach Boys, a pioneering rock band that defined the California surf music sound and became one of...
![C Jérôme]()
C JérômeFrench pop singer known for his contributions to the French music scene in the late 20th century.
![Uri Geller]()
Uri GellerFamous Israeli illusionist and self-proclaimed psychic known worldwide for his spoon-bending performances and controversial claims of...
![Sonny Perdue]()
Sonny PerdueProminent American politician who served as U.S.
![Andrei Codrescu]()
Andrei CodrescuRomanian-American poet, novelist, and commentator known for his distinctive literary voice and cultural commentary.
December 21, 1946: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 21, 1946:
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Eugene Talmadge![Sergio Nicolò De Bellis]()
Sergio Nicolò De Bellis
December 21, 1946: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 21st is Sagittarius.
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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 21, 1946: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 21, 1946 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Dog personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthDecember 21, 1946: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 21, 1946 was Waning crescent.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 21, 1946 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 December 21, 1946 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:33 am and setting at 03:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1946 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1947.
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Someone born on December 21, 1946 is:
79 years 7 months old,
or 955 months and 13 days old,
or 4154 weeks and 2 days old,
or 29080 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 21, 1946?
There are 140 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 21st 2026.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 21, 1946?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 21, 1946.
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The history attached to December 21, 1946 includes It's a Wonderful Life premieres in USA, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
Cinema from the world of December 21, 1946 included The Best Years of Our Lives, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
December 21, 1946 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Dick Wolf, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
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