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January 26, 1956 was the 26th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is January 26, 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 January 26, 1956, who was born and died on January 26, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 26, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. The Conqueror, directed by Dick Powell), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 26th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 26, 1956?
- January 26, 1956: What happened on that day?
- January 26, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 26, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 26, 1956?
- January 26, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 26, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- January 26, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 26, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- January 26, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 26, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 26, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 26, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 26, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on January 26, 1956?
What day of the week was January 26, 1956?
January 26, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 26th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 26, 1956 can also be written as 1/26/1956 in the US and as 26/1/1956 in UK and Europe.
January 26, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 26, 1956:
- Hank greenberg and joe cronin are elected to baseball hall of fame.
- Porkkala military base returned to finland by ussr.
- Soviet union cedes porkkala back to finland.
January 26, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 26th 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 26, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 26, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 26th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 26, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 26, 1956 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 26, 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 January 26, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:19 pm and setting at 06:51 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 29, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 1956.
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Who was born on January 26, 1956?
Famous people born on January 26, 1956:
- Simon Howard
English large landowner (castle howard).
- Lisa Boray
[schulte nordholt]; dutch singer "lovers until the end".
- Kuang Lubin
- Brigitte Sy
- Merab Megreladze
- Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi
- Steve Dobrogosz
- Laura Curino
- Guido Tabellini
- Dario Scotti
- Imelda Papin
- Madeleine Herren
Whose famous birthday is on January 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 26th:
![Ellen DeGeneres]()
Ellen DeGeneresEllen degeneres is a comedian and television host known for her popular talk show, the ellen degeneres show, as well as her advocacy for...
![Louis Zamperini]()
Louis ZamperiniLouis zamperini was an american world war ii veteran, a prisoner of war survivor, and an olympic distance runner.
![Anita Baker]()
Anita BakerAnita baker is an r&b singer known for her soulful voice and hits like 'sweet love' and 'giving you the best that i got'.
![Patrick Dewaere]()
Patrick DewaereFrench leading man in films of the 1970s.
![Wayne Gretzky]()
Wayne GretzkyCanadian-american hockey player named athlete of year 01/09/1982.
![Scott Glenn]()
Scott GlennScott glenn is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as the silence of the lambs, the hunt for red october, and the...
![Roger Vadim]()
Roger VadimFrench director, who started directing in 1961.
![Théo Sarapo]()
Théo SarapoFrench actor-singer from greece, and second husband to the french singer a%0dith.
![Melvil Poupaud]()
Melvil PoupaudFrench actor, screenwriter, cinematographer and singer-composer (one solo album), and film editor.
January 26, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years 2 months old,
or 818 months and 25 days old,
or 3560 weeks and 2 days old,
or 24922 days old,
if you were born on January 26, 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 January 26, 1956?
There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 26th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 26, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 26, 1956.
January 26, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 26, 1956:
- Eraldo Giunchi
What famous deaths happened on January 26th?
Famous deaths on January 26th:
![James Cameron]()
James CameronJames cameron is a canadian film director known for creating blockbuster movies such as titanic and avatar.
![José Ferrer]()
José FerrerPuerto rican-american actor and director (d. 1992).
![Mike Connors]()
Mike ConnorsTouch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.
![Abe Vigoda]()
Abe VigodaAmerican actor.
![Barbara Hale]()
Barbara HaleBarbara hale was an american actress best known for her role as della street in the television series perry mason.
![Grace Moore]()
Grace MooreUnited states -- soprano ("one night to live").
- Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant was an American professional basketball player and entrepreneur who co-founded a venture capital firm and media production...
- Kden Kobe
Kden Kobe was a legendary NBA player who spent his entire 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning 5 championships and being...
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January 26, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 26, 1956:
- Roman Empire - third day of the Sementivae in honor of Ceres and Terra.
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Timothy and Titus
- Polycarp
- Margaret of Hungary
- International Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Uganda - Liberation Day.
- India - Republic Day - One of only three state holidays in India, celebrated with pomp and a military parade in New Delhi.
- International Customs Day.
- Australia - Australia Day.
Saints celebrated on January 26, 1956:
- Saint Alberic
- Saint Paula
January 26, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 26, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 23rd and January 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 26, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 26, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week January 23rd and January 29th.
January 26, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 26, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 23rd and January 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Platters - The Great Pretender
- Eddie Fisher - Dungaree Doll
January 26, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 26, 1956 was Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week January 23rd and January 29th.
January 26, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 26, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 23rd and January 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tennessee Ernie Ford - Sixteen Tons
- Bill Haley & His Comets - Rock Around The Clock
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- The Four Aces - Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
- Bill Haley & His Comets - Rock-A-Beatin' Boogie
January 26, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 26, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Conqueror
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Dick Powell
Starring: John Wayne, Susan Hayward, Pedro Armendáriz, Agnes Moorehead
Country: United States of America
The Gamma People
Release year: 1956
Directed by: John Gilling
Starring: Paul Douglas, Eva Bartok, Leslie Phillips, Walter Rilla
Warning from Space
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Kôji Shima
Starring: Keizô Kawasaki, Toyomi Karita, Bin Yagisawa, Shôzô Nanbu
Helen of Troy
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Robert Wise
Starring: Stanley Baker, Rossana Podestà, Brigitte Bardot, Jacques Sernas
Country: United States of America
Ransom!
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Alex Segal
Starring: Glenn Ford, Donna Reed, Leslie Nielsen, Juano Hernandez
January 26, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 26, 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:
Heidi
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Daniel Ray
St. Ives
Release year: 1955
Judge Roy Bean
Release year: 1955
The Snow Queen
Release year: 1955
Directed by: LEV ATAMANOV
Perspective
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Jason Drakeford
January 26, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 26, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Charmed Life
By: Mary McCarthy
In this hilarious autobiographical novel by Mary McCarthy, bestselling author Mary McCarthy (an actress and budding playwright), the life of a writer is turned upside down.
How To Live 365 Days A Year
By: John A. Schindler
How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.
Something Of Value
By: Robert Ruark
The novel Something of Value is based on the events that occurred in Kenya Colony during Mau Mau's violent insurrection in the 1950s. This uprising was almost exclusive to Kenya Colony.
Herblock'S Here And Now
By: Herbert Block
Herbert Block is a great political cartoonist. This is a wonderful collection of his work during the time of Harry Truman & Dwight Eisenhower.
Memoirs
By: Harry S. Truman
This invaluable account by President Truman gives extraordinary insight into the events and decisions which have shaped our world.
Who was the US President on January 26, 1956?
On January 26, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 26, 1956?
On January 26, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on January 26, 1956?
On January 26, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about January 26th?
January 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - Nairobi latema road explosion: two people were injured when an explosive device exploded outside a movie theatre in nairobi's busy capital. this area was also the scene of an earlier attack this month.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: recep tayyip erdan, president of turkey, says that the afrin offensive will now be directed east towards manbij, and the border to iraq.
- 2017 - Libyan civil war (2014-present). forces of libyan national army claim that they have captured one of benghazi's last strongholds from ansar al-sharia.
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 January 1956?
January 1956 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.
