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October 23, 1958 was the 296th day of the year 1958, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 23, 1958 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 1958, who was born and died on October 23, 1958, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1958, which were the most popular songs (ex. It's All In The Game by Tommy Edwards), movies (e.g. The Tunnel of Love, directed by Gene Kelly), TV series (e.g. Our Mutual Friend) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1958 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 23, 1958?
- October 23, 1958: What happened on that day?
- October 23, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 23, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 23, 1958?
- October 23, 1958: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 23, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
- October 23, 1958: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 23, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
- October 23, 1958: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 23, 1958: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 23, 1958: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 23, 1958?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1958?
What day of the week was October 23, 1958?
October 23, 1958 was a Thursday and it was the 296th day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 23, 1958 can also be written as 10/23/1958 in the US and as 23/10/1958 in UK and Europe.
October 23, 1958: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 23, 1958:
- De gaulle offers algerians defiance peace of the brave
- Soviet novelist boris pasternak wins nobel prize for literature.
- Ussr lends money to united arab republic to build aswan high dam.
- The springhill mine bump : an underground earthquake traps 174 miners in the no. 2 colliery at springhill, nova scotia, the deepest coal mine in north america at the time. by november 1, rescuers from around the world had dug out 100 of the victims, marking the death toll at 74.
- The smurfs, a fictional race of blue dwarves, later popularized in a hanna-barbera animated cartoon series, appear for the first time in the story la flute a six schtroumpfs, a johan and peewit adventure by peyo which is serialized in the weekly comics magazine spirou.
- Canada's springhill mining disaster kills seventy-five miners, while ninety-nine others are rescued.
- Belgian artist peyo's comic characters, the smurfs, make their debut in spirou magazine.
October 23, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 23, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1958 is Dog and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 1958 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 23, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 23, 1958 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 1958 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 October 23, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 04:08 pm and setting at 04:23 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 27, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Oct 27, 1958.
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Who was born on October 23, 1958?
Famous people born on October 23, 1958:
- Kelvin Droegemeier
Served as the Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
- Michael Eric Dyson
American activist, professor, and author.
- Rose Nabinger
German singer.
- Frank Schaffer
German sprinter.
- Hiroyuki Kinoshita
Japanese actor.
- Hilary Rosen
Businesswoman.
- Abdel Rahman El Bacha
- Julián Coronel
- Dante D'Elpidio
- Robert Muhiirwa
- Paolo Naccarato
- Louis Sleigher
- Abdel Rahman El Bacha (عبد الرحمن الباشا)
Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:
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Emilia ClarkeEmilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.
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Ryan ReynoldsCanadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.
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Johnny CarsonAmerican television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.
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Nancy GraceNancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...
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Amandla StenbergAmandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.
![Michael Crichton]()
Michael CrichtonAmerican author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.
![Dwight Yoakam]()
Dwight YoakamAmerican country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.
![Diana Dors]()
Diana DorsBritish actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.
![Sam Raimi]()
Sam RaimiAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor directors.
![Jennie Lee]()
Jennie LeeAmerican exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.
October 23, 1958: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 65 years 5 months old,
or 785 months and 27 days old,
or 3417 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23920 days old,
if you were born on October 23, 1958.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 October 23, 1958?
There are 187 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1958?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 23, 1958.
October 23, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 23, 1958:
- Erich Köhler
- Edgardo Pomini
What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?
Famous deaths on October 23rd:
![Lino Ventura]()
Lino VenturaActor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.
![Oskar Werner]()
Oskar WernerA renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.
![Linden Travers]()
Linden TraversBritish actress known for her roles in classic films.
![Lou Jacobi]()
Lou JacobiToronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).
![Susan Peters]()
Susan PetersSpokane, washington -- actress.
![Robert Lansing]()
Robert LansingActor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.
- Khrystian Dior
Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.
- Mayling Soong
Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.
- Théophile Gautier
A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.
- Paullette Bourgeois
Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd
October 23, 1958: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 23, 1958:
- Chemistry: Mole Day
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
- Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
- Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
- French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
October 23, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 23, 1958 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 20th and October 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 23, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1958 was It's All In The Game by Tommy Edwards, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 23, 1958: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1958 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tommy Edwards - It's All In The Game
- Bobby Day - Rock-In Robin
- Cozy Cole - Topsy II
- The Everly Brothers - Bird Dog
- Conway Twitty - It's Only Make Believe
October 23, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1958 was Stupid Cupid / Carolina Moon by Connie Francis, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 23, 1958: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1958 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Connie Francis - Stupid Cupid / Carolina Moon
- Dean Martin - Volare
- Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Move It
- Elvis Presley - King Creole
- The Everly Brothers - Bird Dog
October 23, 1958: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1958 was Rock-in Robin by Bobby Day, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.
October 23, 1958: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 23, 1958 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Bobby Day - Rock-in Robin
- Little Anthony And The Imperials - Tears On My Pillow
- Tommy Edwards - It's All In The Game
- Sam Cooke - Win Your Love For Me
- Cozy Cole - Topsy II
October 23, 1958: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 23, 1958 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Tunnel of Love
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Gene Kelly
Starring: Doris Day, Richard Widmark, Gig Young, Gia Scala
Tarawa Beachhead
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: Kerwin Mathews, Julie Adams, Ray Danton, Karen Sharpe
Enchanted Island
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Allan Dwan
Starring: Dana Andrews, Jane Powell, Don Dubbins, Arthur Shields
Neurose
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Rolf Thiele
Starring: Amedeo Nazzari, Nadja Tiller, Peter Van Eyck
Country: Italy
Party Girl
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Nicholas Ray
Starring: Robert Taylor, Cyd Charisse, Lee J. Cobb, John Ireland
October 23, 1958: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 23, 1958 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Our Mutual Friend
Release year: 1958
The Lost King
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Stephen Frears
La clé des champs
Release year: 1958
Blue Peter
Release year: 1958
Small World
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Josh Berman
October 23, 1958: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 23, 1958 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Ugly American
By: William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick
This multi-million-copy bestseller is the one that gave rise to the term "tragic American blunders abroad". The episode that gives the book its name is Homer Atkins. He's a simple and plain-spoken man who was sent by the U.S.
Kids Say The Darndest Things!
By: Art Linkletter
This famous collection of wisdom and witticisms for children has been printed almost 50 years ago. A facsimile edition is available to entertain a new generation.
On My Own
By: Eleanor Roosevelt
This volume is the story of the most beloved and loved woman of our time, the great and well-loved Franklin Delano. It covers her experiences over the past thirteen years.
Abandon Ship!
By: Richard F. Newcomb
She was a ship that could make a difference. The battle-scarred U.S.S.S. sailed across the Pacific to rescue the heavy cruiser U.S.S. Indianapolis had just delivered secret cargo that would end World War II.
Who was the US President on October 23, 1958?
On October 23, 1958 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1958?
On October 23, 1958 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
What is special about October 23rd?
October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
- 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
- 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.
What happened in 1958?
1958 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Referendum allows city to sell Chavez Ravine to the Dodgers
- French Premier De Gaulle arrives in Algiers
- San Francisco Giants Hank Sauer and B Schmidt are 2nd to hit consecutive pinch HRs
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What was the calendar for October 1958?
October 1958 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
