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May 24, 1950 was the 144th day of the year 1950, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 24, 1950 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 24, 1950, who was born and died on May 24, 1950, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1950, which were the most popular songs (ex. Count Every Star by Ray Anthony), movies (e.g. The Asphalt Jungle, directed by John Huston), TV series (e.g. My True Story) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1950 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 24, 1950?
- May 24, 1950: What happened on that day?
- May 24, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 24, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 24, 1950?
- May 24, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 24, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
- May 24, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 24, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
- May 24, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 24, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 24, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 24, 1950?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1950?
- Who was the Pope on May 24, 1950?
What day of the week was May 24, 1950?
May 24, 1950 was a Wednesday and it was the 144th day of the year 1950 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 24, 1950 can also be written as 5/24/1950 in the US and as 24/5/1950 in UK and Europe.
May 24, 1950: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 24, 1950:
- Maritime administration (under department of commerce).
May 24, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th 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 24, 1950: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1950 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 24th, 1950 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 24, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 24, 1950 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 1950 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 24, 1950 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 12:12 pm and setting at 02:06 am.
The previous full moon was on May 02, 1950 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1950.
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Who was born on May 24, 1950?
Famous people born on May 24, 1950:
- Martin McGuinness
Irish republican and deputy first minister of northern ireland (b. 1950).
- Heinrich
Prince heinrich ruzzo reuss of plauen (d. 1999).
- Jo Ann Washam
Lpga golfer.
- Dina Titus
Politician.
- Linda Thompson
Actress.
- Vivian Ramsey
English judge and engineer.
- Larry Seidlin
American judge and lawyer.
- Terry Taylor
American singer-songwriter/producer (daniel amos the swirling eddies, and lost dogs).
- Antonio Zanardi Landi
- Franco Montanari
- Sun Chunlan
- Petra van der Burg
- Marc Collat
- Andrea Coppola
- Thomas DeSimone
- Guglielmo Guerrini
- Diego Ribadeneira
Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:
![Alfred Molina]()
Alfred MolinaEnglish actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksDouglas fairbanks was a prominent american actor known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films, such as 'the mark of zorro' and 'the...
![Eric Cantona]()
Eric CantonaHe was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.
![Priscilla Presley]()
Priscilla PresleyGerman-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.
![Kristin Scott Thomas]()
Kristin Scott ThomasKristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.
![Jim Broadbent]()
Jim BroadbentJim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...
![Sybil Danning]()
Sybil DanningAmerican playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.
![Cecilia Cheung]()
Cecilia CheungActress and singer from hong kong.
![Lilli Palmer]()
Lilli PalmerGerman actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.
![Tommy Chong]()
Tommy ChongComedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.
May 24, 1950: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 73 years 10 months old,
or 886 months and 26 days old,
or 3856 weeks and 2 days old,
or 26994 days old,
if you were born on May 24, 1950.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 24, 1950?
There are 35 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1950?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 24, 1950.
May 24, 1950: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 24, 1950:
- Mihail Manoilescu
Mihail Manoilescu was a Romanian economist and businessman who advocated for protectionist economic policies and the industrialization of...
- Archibald Wavell
1st earl wavell english politician and general 43rd governor general of india (d. 1950).
- Yan Huiqing
- Pëtr Trojanskij
- Francesco Valagussa
- I conte Wavell Archibald Wavell
What famous deaths happened on May 24th?
Famous deaths on May 24th:
![Rachel Kempson]()
Rachel KempsonEnglish-american actress (d.2003).
![Edward Mulhare]()
Edward MulhareCork city, ireland -- actor.
![Asta Nielsen]()
Asta NielsenDanish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.
![Guy Kibbee]()
Guy KibbeeActor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAt 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).
![John Foster Dulles]()
John Foster DullesAmerican, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).
![Mitzi Green]()
Mitzi GreenActress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.
- Nicholaos Copernicus
Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.
May 24, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 24, 1950:
- Aldersgate Day (Methodism).
- Canada: Victoria Day, on this date or the Monday before it. In Quebec, it is known as National Patriotes Day (JournTe nationale des patriotes). The holiday is often referred to as "May Two-Four," -- a "two-four" being slang for a case of beer with 24 bottles or cans.
- Bermuda: Bermuda Day.
- Eritrea: National Day.
- Macedonia: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Macedonian Script and Culture Day.
- Mary, Help of the Christians
- Bulgaria: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day celebrated as Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Script Day.
Saints celebrated on May 24, 1950:
- Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
- Saint Amadl
- Saint Suzanna
- Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.
May 24, 1950: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 24, 1950 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 22nd and May 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 24, 1950: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1950 was Count Every Star by Ray Anthony, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.
May 24, 1950: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 24, 1950 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 22nd and May 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ray Anthony - Count Every Star
- Kay Starr - Bonaparte's Retreat
May 24, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 24, 1950 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Asphalt Jungle
Release year: 1950
Directed by: John Huston
Starring: Sterling Hayden, Louis Calhern, Jean Hagen, James Whitmore
Country: United States of America
Winchester '73
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Anthony Mann
Starring: James Stewart, Shelley Winters, Dan Duryea, Stephen McNally
Country: United States of America
West of the Brazos
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Thomas Carr
Starring: James Ellison, Russell Hayden, Raymond Hatton, Fuzzy Knight
The Torch
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Emilio Fernández
Starring: Paulette Goddard, Pedro Armendáriz, Gilbert Roland, Walter Reed
All about Eve
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
May 24, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 24, 1950 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
My True Story
Release year: 1950
The Trap
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Annie Kelly
Such Is Life
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Rage Productions
Buck Rogers
Release year: 1950
Directed by: Ford Beebe
Broadway Open House
Release year: 1950
Written by: Sylvester L. Weaver Jr.
Starring: Milton Delugg, Jerry Lester, Dagmar, Joan Lorry
Country: United States of America
May 24, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 24, 1950 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Mature Mind
By: Harry Allen Overstreet
This book was first published in 1949. It is still highly regarded and frequently cited as one of their best ever books.
The Lady'S Not For Burning
By: Christopher Fry
"A three-act romantic comedy, written in verse. It is set in Middle Ages. It reflects the world's exhaustion and despair’ after World War II. The soldier in it is a war-weary soldier.
The Art Of Real Happiness
By: Norman Vincent Peale and Smiley Blanton
Do you want to learn how to make your life happy? Norman Vincent Peale and Smiley Blanton, an outstanding psychiatrist, share their wisdom and years of experience in this empowering and
The Pink House
By: Nelia Gardner White
Norah Holme is a seven-year-old disabled girl who is orphaned by her aunt Rose and sent to live with her aunt Rose in a strangely complex household.
Who was the US President on May 24, 1950?
On May 24, 1950 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1950?
On May 24, 1950 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 24, 1950?
On May 24, 1950 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 24th?
May 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Iran-united states relations : president donald trump orders 1,500 troops to the persian gulf and several patriot missile launchers as tensions rise between iran and the united states.
- 2018 - Mississauga restaurant bombing: 15 people were injured when two suspects set off an improvised explosive device in a mississauga restaurant. the suspects fled immediately. (reuters),
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: british police have arrested six suspects in the ongoing investigation into monday's fatal explosion. one of them was a 23-year old man. he was taken into custody on tuesday. (abc news), (reuters) (reuters2) the libyan counter terrorism forces have taken into custody the father ramadan abedi and hashem abedi of salman abedi's suspected bomber.
What happened in 1950?
1950 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Happy as Larry opens at Coronet Theater NYC for 3 performances
- Happy as Larry closes at Coronet Theater NYC after 3 performances
- As the Girls Go closes at Winter Garden Theater NYC after 420 performances
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What was the calendar for May 1950?
May 1950 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.
