Friday January 23, 1948: on this day

January 23, 1948 was the 23rd day of the year 1948, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 23, 1948 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 23, 1948, who was born and died on January 23, 1948, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 23, 1948, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shine by Frankie Laine), movies (e.g. The Judge Steps Out, directed by Boris Ingster), TV series (e.g. Eye Witness) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 23rd, 1948 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 23, 1948?


January 23, 1948 was a Friday and it was the 23rd day of the year 1948 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 23, 1948 can also be written as 1/23/1948 in the US and as 23/1/1948 in UK and Europe.

January 23, 1948 in January 1948 calendar

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January 23, 1948: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 23, 1948:

  • Test debut of neil harvey, versus india at adelaide.

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January 23, 1948: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 23rd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 23, 1948: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 23, 1948 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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January 23, 1948: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 23, 1948 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 23, 1948 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 January 23, 1948 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 01:54 pm and setting at 06:00 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1948.

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Who was born on January 23, 1948?


Famous people born on January 23, 1948:

  • Anita Pointer

    American singer-songwriter (the pointer sisters).

  • Jarvis Masters

    American author and activist known for his writings on prison life and criminal justice reform.

  • Gordon Burn

    British writer known for his works on true crime and sports.

  • Anita Pointer in Oakland

    California, usa; rock singer (pointer sisters – "she's so shy").

  • David Ford

    Irish academic and theologian.

  • Arthur Mann
  • Giuseppe Soravia
  • Robert M. Grant
  • Romano Guido Nimis
  • Arcangelo Pezzella
  • Javier Salinas Viñals
  • Raúl Díez Canseco
  • Yosi Domínguez (José Manuel Domínguez)
  • Yosi Domínguez

Whose famous birthday is on January 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 23rd:

  • Tito Ortiz
    Tito Ortiz

    Tito ortiz is an american retired ufc fighter known for his long and successful career in mixed martial arts.

  • Jeanne Moreau
    Jeanne Moreau

    French actress and director, moreau has appeared in more than 49 films.

  • Mariska Hargitay
    Mariska Hargitay

    American actress, recognized family.

  • Rutger Hauer
    Rutger Hauer

    Dutch actor who excels in the role of villain in films like "blade runner," nighthawks, and "the hitcher.

  • Chesley Sullenberger
    Chesley Sullenberger

    American commercial airline pilot who was celebrated for landing his usairways plane carrying 155 passengers and crew on the hudson river in...

  • Dan Duryea
    Dan Duryea

    Dan Duryea was a talented actor known for his roles in film noir and westerns.

  • Jack Reynor
    Jack Reynor

    Movie actor.

  • Gail O'Grady
    Gail O'Grady

    Gail o'grady is an american actress known for her roles in television series such as nypd blue and american dreams.

  • Richard Roxburgh
    Richard Roxburgh

    Richard roxburgh is an australian actor and producer known for his roles in moulin rouge! and the sherlock holmes film series.

  • Ariadna Gil
    Ariadna Gil

    Ariadna gil is a spanish actress known for her roles in films such as belle époque and pan's labyrinth.

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January 23, 1948: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 76 years 3 months old,

or 915 months and 4 days old,

or 3979 weeks and 1 day old,

or 27854 days old,

if you were born on January 23, 1948.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 23, 1948?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 23rd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 23, 1948?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 23, 1948.

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January 23, 1948: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 23, 1948:

  • Weston Price

    American dentist known for his research on nutrition and dental health.

  • Dragutin Vrđuka

What famous deaths happened on January 23rd?

Famous deaths on January 23rd:

  • Hal Holbrook
    Hal Holbrook

    American actor on screen and stage, whose first film was "the group" (1966).

  • Jack Oakie
    Jack Oakie

    American comedian who appeared on more than 100 films, including charlie chaplin’s classic 1940 film "the great dictator".

  • Freddie Bartholomew
    Freddie Bartholomew

    England, united kingdom -- actor (anna karenina, david copperfield).

  • Gorden Kaye
    Gorden Kaye

    English singer and actor.

  • Craig Charles
    Craig Charles

    English actor and tv presenter.

  • Paul Robeson
    Paul Robeson

    American actor and activist, singer (d. 1976).

  • Hope Hampton
    Hope Hampton

    Actress (star dust and lawful larcency), died at 83.

  • Ian Wolfe
    Ian Wolfe

    Actor (houdini, thx-1138, homebodies), dies at 95.

  • Jack LaLanne
    Jack LaLanne

    American nutritionist and fitness expert (born in 1914).

  • Salvador Dalí

    Salvador Dalí was a renowned Spanish surrealist artist who also ventured into entrepreneurship, creating his own perfume line and other...

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January 23, 1948: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 23, 1948:

  • Pie Day
  • The Saddest day of the year is January 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [1]
  • Roman Catholic Church: Feast of Blessed Marianne of Molokai
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January 23, 1948: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 23, 1948 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 19th and January 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 23, 1948: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 23, 1948 was Shine by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

January 23, 1948: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 23, 1948 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 19th and January 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shine
  2. - Manana (Is Soon Enough for Me)
  3. - I'm Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover
  4. - I'm My Own Grandpa

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January 23, 1948: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 23, 1948 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Judge Steps Out

The Judge Steps Out

Release year: 1948

Directed by: Boris Ingster

Starring: Alexander Knox, Ann Sothern, George Tobias, Sharyn Moffett

Albuquerque

Albuquerque

Release year: 1948

Directed by: Ray Enright

Starring: Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, George 'Gabby' Hayes, Lon Chaney Jr.

If You Knew Susie

If You Knew Susie

Release year: 1948

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Eddie Cantor, Joan Davis, Allyn Joslyn, Charles Dingle

This Was a Woman

This Was a Woman

Release year: 1948

Directed by: Tim Whelan

Starring: Sonia Dresdel, Walter Fitzgerald, Emrys Jones, Barbara White

A Woman's Vengeance

A Woman's Vengeance

Release year: 1948

Directed by: Zoltan Korda

Starring: Charles Boyer, Ann Blyth, Jessica Tandy, Cedric Hardwicke

January 23, 1948: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 23, 1948 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Eye Witness

Eye Witness

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Robert Montgomery

Little Audrey

Little Audrey

Release year: 1947

Little Audrey

Little Audrey

Release year: 1947

Playroom

Playroom

Release year: 1947

Directed by: Stephen Stahl

The Nature of Things

The Nature of Things

Release year: 1948

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Who was the US President on January 23, 1948?

On January 23, 1948 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 23, 1948?

On January 23, 1948 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 23, 1948?

On January 23, 1948 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about January 23rd?

January 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of January. 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 January 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Three michigan residents were arrested at gerald r. ford international airport on suspicion of conspiring to support islamic state.
  • 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018): a double car bombing in benghazi leaves at least 33 dead and "dozens" more injured. according to local officials, the victims include both civilians and military personnel.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war - the yemeni army claims it has retaken the port of mocha from houthi rebels.

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What happened in 1948?

1948 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • KNXT (now KCBS) TV channel 2 in Los Angeles, CA (CBS) 1st broadcast
  • WNDT (now WNET) TV channel 13 in New York-Newark, New York (PBS) begins
  • Burma declares independence from the UK

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What was the calendar for January 1948?

January 1948 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 1948 calendar looked like.

Friday January 23, 1948