Thursday May 24, 1951: on this day

May 24, 1951 was the 144th day of the year 1951, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 24, 1951 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, 1951, who was born and died on May 24, 1951, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 24, 1951, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Laughter in Paradise, directed by Mario Zampi), TV series (e.g. The Black Arrow) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 24th, 1951 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 24, 1951?


May 24, 1951 was a Thursday and it was the 144th day of the year 1951 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 1951 can also be written as 5/24/1951 in the US and as 24/5/1951 in UK and Europe.

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May 24, 1951: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 24, 1951:

  • Willie mays begins playing for new york giants
  • Us performs nuclear test at enwetak (atmospheric tests).
  • Racial segregation in washington dc restaurants ruled illegal.

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May 24, 1951: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 1951: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1951 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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May 24, 1951: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 24, 1951 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 1951 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, 1951 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 11:38 pm and setting at 09:52 am.

The previous full moon was on May 21, 1951 while the next full moon would come on Jun 19, 1951.

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Who was born on May 24, 1951?


Famous people born on May 24, 1951:

  • Jennifer Raymond

    American vegetarian nutritionist.

  • Jean-Pierre Bacri

    Jean-pierre bacri was a french actor, screenwriter, and playwright known for his work in french cinema.

  • Anatoly Karpov

    Celebrity.

  • Ronald A Parise in Warren

    Ohio, usa; phd/astronaut.

  • Gilles Dreyfus

    French cardiac surgeon.

  • Antonis Samaras

    Politician.

  • Rob Baker

    Rock drummer (red rider).

  • Baudouin Prot
  • Gennaro De Stefano
  • Lyle Blackwood
  • Saverio Capolupo
  • Vanda Daminato
  • Flavio Pertoldi
  • Elisabetta Piccolomini
  • Ronald Parise

Whose famous birthday is on May 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 24th:

  • Alfred Molina
    Alfred Molina

    English actor known for his roles in films such as Spider-Man 2, Frida, and The Da Vinci Code.

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    Douglas 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 Cantona

    He was a french soccer player and one of the most gifted athletes of his generation.

  • Priscilla Presley
    Priscilla Presley

    German-american actress, journalist, author, and business executive.

  • Kristin Scott Thomas
    Kristin Scott Thomas

    Kristin scott thomas is an english actress known for her roles in the english patient and four weddings and a funeral.

  • Jim Broadbent
    Jim Broadbent

    Jim broadbent is an english actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television, including roles in 'iris', 'moulin...

  • Sybil Danning
    Sybil Danning

    American playboy cover girl, and actress in impact roles.

  • Cecilia Cheung
    Cecilia Cheung

    Actress and singer from hong kong.

  • Lilli Palmer
    Lilli Palmer

    German actress with many awards and two nominations for the golden globes.

  • Tommy Chong
    Tommy Chong

    Comedian and actor known for his role in the 'Cheech & Chong' comedy duo.

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May 24, 1951: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 72 years 10 months old,

or 874 months and 25 days old,

or 3804 weeks

or 26628 days old,

if you were born on May 24, 1951.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 1951?

There are 36 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, 1951?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 24, 1951.

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May 24, 1951: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 24, 1951:

  • Thomas N. Heffron

    American actor, director, screenwriter (b. 1872).

What famous deaths happened on May 24th?

Famous deaths on May 24th:

  • Rachel Kempson
    Rachel Kempson

    English-american actress (d.2003).

  • Edward Mulhare
    Edward Mulhare

    Cork city, ireland -- actor.

  • Asta Nielsen
    Asta Nielsen

    Danish silent film actress known for her pioneering work in early cinema.

  • Guy Kibbee
    Guy Kibbee

    Actor (captain blood and babes in arms), died at 74.

  • George Jessel
    George Jessel

    At 83 years old, a heart attack kills the american comedian/toastermaster general (diary of young comic).

  • John Foster Dulles
    John Foster Dulles

    American, 52nd secretary of state united states (born 1888).

  • Mitzi Green
    Mitzi Green

    Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48.

  • Nicholaos Copernicus

    Revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model.

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May 24, 1951: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 24, 1951:

  • 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, 1951:

  • Saints Donatianus and Rogatianus
  • Saint Amadl
  • Saint Suzanna
  • Saint Sarah is celebrated in Camargue, France by the Roma or Gypsies.

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May 24, 1951: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 24, 1951 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Laughter in Paradise

Laughter in Paradise

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Mario Zampi

Starring: Alastair Sim, Fay Compton, Guy Middleton, George Cole

Country: United States of America

That's My Boy

That's My Boy

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Hal Walker

Starring: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Ruth Hussey, Eddie Mayehoff

Country: United States of America

Sirocco

Sirocco

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Curtis Bernhardt

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Lee J. Cobb, Märta Torén, Everett Sloane

The Prowler

The Prowler

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Joseph Losey

Starring: Van Heflin, Evelyn Keyes, John Maxwell, Katherine Warren

Country: United States of America

The Frogmen

The Frogmen

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Lloyd Bacon

Starring: Richard Widmark, Dana Andrews, Gary Merrill, Jeffrey Hunter

May 24, 1951: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 24, 1951 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Black Arrow

The Black Arrow

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Open Door

Open Door

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Florenc Papas

Treasure Island

Treasure Island

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Yevgeni Fridman

Not for Publication

Not for Publication

Release year: 1951

Directed by: Paul Bartel

Once Upon a Tune

Once Upon a Tune

Release year: 1951

May 24, 1951: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 24, 1951 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Dominations And Powers by George Santayana

Dominations And Powers

By:

George Santayana's preface to his last major work before his death is a must-read classic in twentieth-century political philosophy.

My Six Convicts by Donald Powell Wilson

My Six Convicts

By:

Mental health

New York 22 by Ilka Chase

New York 22

By:

A novel about a woman and her lover, her Vassar College-daughter, and her publisher husband.

God'S Men by Pearl S. Buck

God'S Men

By:

This is a riveting tale of two friends who were inspired by opposite ideals. It's divided between China, America and China.

Washington Confidential by Jack Lait and Lee Mortimer

Washington Confidential

By:

Washington Confidential, Mass Market Paperback

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Who was the US President on May 24, 1951?

On May 24, 1951 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 24, 1951?

On May 24, 1951 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 24, 1951?

On May 24, 1951 the Pope was Pius XII.

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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.

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What happened in 1951?

1951 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 9 Jewish Kremlin physicians exposed as British / US agents
  • Pardon Our French closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 100 performances
  • Life After Tomorrow, 1st film to receive an X rating, premieres

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What was the calendar for May 1951?

May 1951 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.

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Thursday May 24, 1951