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Monday May 21, 1956: on this day
May 21, 1956 was the 142nd day of the year 1956, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 21, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 21, 1956, who was born and died on May 21, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. The Catered Affair, directed by Richard Brooks), TV series (e.g. Panorama) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 21st, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 21, 1956?
- May 21, 1956: What happened on that day?
- May 21, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 21, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 21, 1956?
- May 21, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 21, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- May 21, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 21, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- May 21, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 21, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 21, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 21, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on May 21, 1956?
What day of the week was May 21, 1956?
May 21, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 21, 1956:
- Witi tv channel 6 in milwaukee, wi (cbs / abc) begins broadcasting
- Us explodes first airborne hydrogen bomb over bikini atoll.
- Jordan government of said el-mufti forms.
May 21, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 21, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 21st, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 21, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 21, 1956 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 21, 1956 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 May 21, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 05:31 pm and setting at 04:04 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on May 24, 1956.
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Who was born on May 21, 1956?
Famous people born on May 21, 1956:
- Joëlle Guigui
- Agnes Lum
- Tassilo Thierbach
- Kevin Valentine
- Constantin Dudu Ionescu
- Morena Piccinini
Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:
![Raymond Burr]()
Raymond BurrRaymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.
![Tom Daley]()
Tom DaleyTom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.
![Nick Cassavetes]()
Nick CassavetesAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Kay Kendall]()
Kay KendallBritish actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.
![Mutya Buena]()
Mutya BuenaEnglish singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).
![Al Franken]()
Al FrankenHe is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.
![Fairuza Balk]()
Fairuza BalkFairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.
![Judge Reinhold]()
Judge ReinholdJudge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.
![Eduardo Verástegui]()
Eduardo VerásteguiEduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.
May 21, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 67 years 11 months old,
or 815 months and 5 days old,
or 3544 weeks and 4 days old,
or 24812 days old,
if you were born on May 21, 1956.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 May 21, 1956?
There are 25 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 21, 1956.
May 21, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 21, 1956:
- Harry Bensley
English businessman and adventurer (b. 1877).
- Oldřich Zajíček
What famous deaths happened on May 21st?
Famous deaths on May 21st:
![John Garfield]()
John GarfieldAmerican actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.
![John Gielgud]()
John GielgudEnglish actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).
![Vaughn Monroe]()
Vaughn MonroeAmerican musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.
![Andrea Leeds]()
Andrea LeedsActress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.
- Seville
Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- Jane Addams
American feminist and social worker.
- Dovey Roundtree
Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.
- Tyronza Cornelius
Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.
- Dovey Johnson Roundtree
Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.
May 21, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 21, 1956:
- Equals-to-the-Apostles
- Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
- Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.
Observances on May 21, 1956:
- International Tea Day
- World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Saints celebrated on May 21, 1956:
- Saint Constantine the Great
- Saints Constantine and Helena
- Saint Mireille
- Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
- Saint Goderik
May 21, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 21, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 21st and May 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 21, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 21, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 21, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Cates - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic
May 21, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 21, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 21, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 21, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ronnie Hilton - No Other Love
- Winifred Atwell - The Poor People Of Paris
- Teresa Brewer - A Tear Fell
- Kay Starr - Rock And Roll Waltz
- Lonnie Donegan - Lost John / Stewball
May 21, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 21, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Catered Affair
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Richard Brooks
Starring: Bette Davis, Ernest Borgnine, Debbie Reynolds, Barry Fitzgerald
The Proud Ones
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Robert D. Webb
Starring: Robert Ryan, Virginia Mayo, Jeffrey Hunter, Robert Middleton
Trapeze
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Carol Reed
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis, Gina Lollobrigida, Katy Jurado
D-Day the Sixth of June
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Henry Koster
Starring: Robert Taylor, Richard Todd, Dana Wynter, Edmond O'Brien
It's Never Too Late
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Michael McCarthy
Starring: Phyllis Calvert, Patrick Barr, Susan Stephen, Guy Rolfe
May 21, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 21, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Panorama
Release year: 1956
Lui e lei
Release year: 1956
Scaramouche
Release year: 1956
Directed by: George Sidney
Double Cross
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Armand Gazarian
The Open Mind
Release year: 1956
May 21, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 21, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Last Hurrah
By: Edwin O'Connor
Inspired by James M. Curley's career, O'Connor's 1956 account on big-city politics portrays O'Connor's Irish-American political boss, a demagogue, and rogue, but he deeply understands his constituents.
Ten North Frederick
By: John O'Hara
Fran Lebowitz described Joe Chapin as "the real F. Scott Fitzgerald", and he won the National Book Award for his novel. Joe Chapin lived a storybook lifestyle. He was a successful small-town lawyer who had a beautiful wife and two …
Gift From The Sea
By: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.
Comfort Me With Apples
By: Peter De Vries
An hilarious novel about teenage pretensions, adult delusions by Chick Swallow (New York Times)
Eloise
By: Kay Thompson and Hilary Knight
Meet Eloise, the adorable little darling of The Plaza Hotel in New York!
Who was the US President on May 21, 1956?
On May 21, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1956?
On May 21, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 21, 1956?
On May 21, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 21st?
May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of May. 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 May 21st, such as:
- 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
- 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.
What happened in 1956?
1956 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
- KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
- KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for May 1956?
May 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
