Sunday May 26, 1957: on this day

May 26, 1957 was the 146th day of the year 1957, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 26, 1957 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 26, 1957, who was born and died on May 26, 1957, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1957, which were the most popular songs (ex. All Shook Up by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. A Face in the Crowd, directed by Elia Kazan), TV series (e.g. From Me To You) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1957 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 1957?


May 26, 1957 was a Sunday and it was the 146th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1957 can also be written as 5/26/1957 in the US and as 26/5/1957 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 1957: What happened on that day?


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May 26, 1957: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 26, 1957: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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May 26, 1957: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 1957 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1957 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 26, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 03:33 am and setting at 06:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Jun 12, 1957.

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Who was born on May 26, 1957?


Famous people born on May 26, 1957:

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Aala Al Aswany

    Acclaimed novelist and political commentator.

  • François Legault

    Canadian politician and businessman.

  • Roberto Ravaglia

    Italian race car driver.

  • Diomedes Díaz

    Colombian singer-songwriter (d. 2013).

  • Alastair Campbell

    Journalist.

  • Kristina Olsen

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Pontso Sekatle

    Lesotho politician and academic.

  • Gregory Fitzgerald

    American homicide: found guilty of murdering his wife in shelburne (vt) may 1993, with the intent to collect $110,000 from her insurance...

  • Gilles Pélisson
  • Mary Bell
  • Bärbel Köster
  • Ulrike Lunacek
  • Giorgio Samorini
  • Clive Walker

Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

  • Doug Hutchison
    Doug Hutchison

    American actor.

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May 26, 1957: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 66 years 9 months old,

or 801 months and 22 days old,

or 3486 weeks and 2 days old,

or 24404 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 1957.

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 26, 1957?

There are 68 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1957.

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May 26, 1957: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 1957:

  • Giovanni Jacono

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 1957: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 1957:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 1957:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 1957: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 1957 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 20th and May 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 1957: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All Shook Up
  2. - Little Darlin'
  3. - Round And Round
  4. - Gone
  5. - A White Sport Coat (And A Pink Carnation)

May 26, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1957 was Butterfly by Andy Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 1957: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1957 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Butterfly
  2. - Rock-A-Billy
  3. - Cumberland Gap
  4. - When I Fall In Love
  5. - The Banana Boat Song

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May 26, 1957: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 1957 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

A Face in the Crowd

A Face in the Crowd

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Elia Kazan

Starring: Andy Griffith, Patricia Neal, Anthony Franciosa, Walter Matthau

Country: United States of America

Love in the Afternoon

Love in the Afternoon

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Billy Wilder

Starring: Gary Cooper, Audrey Hepburn, Maurice Chevalier, John McGiver

Country: United States of America

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

Release year: 1957

Directed by: John Sturges

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, Rhonda Fleming, Jo Van Fleet

Country: United States of America

The D.I.

The D.I.

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Jack Webb

Starring: Jack Webb, Don Dubbins, Jackie Loughery, Lin McCarthy

The Wayward Bus

The Wayward Bus

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Victor Vicas

Starring: Joan Collins, Jayne Mansfield, Dan Dailey, Rick Jason

May 26, 1957: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 1957 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

From Me to You

From Me to You

Release year: 1957

Directed by: ---

Sara Crewe

Sara Crewe

Release year: 1957

Leave It to Beaver

Leave It to Beaver

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Andy Cadiff

Living It Up

Living It Up

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Antonio Cuadri

Let's Dance

Let's Dance

Release year: 1957

Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod

May 26, 1957: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 1957 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Blue Camellia by Frances Parkinson Keyes

Blue Camellia

By:

SIZE: 5 1/2x8 1/2 (approximately). PAGES: 432 pages. BACKGROUND/DESCRIPTION: First Edition assumed with none stated. JULIAN MESSNER NY 1957.

The Innocent Ambassadors by Philip Wylie

The Innocent Ambassadors

By:

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In The Court Of Public Opinion by Alger Hiss

In The Court Of Public Opinion

By:

In The Court Of Public Opinion by Hiss, Alger

The Last Angry Man by Gerald Green

The Last Angry Man

By:

"There are not enough people who get mad, just plain mad. Sam Abelman is a doctor who doesn't take the easy route.

The Bridge At Andau by James A. Michener

The Bridge At Andau

By:

The Bridge at Andau is James A. Michener at its most compelling. His classic nonfiction account about a doomed uprising in the 1930s is as compelling and memorable as any of his novels.

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Who was the US President on May 26, 1957?

On May 26, 1957 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1957?

On May 26, 1957 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 1957?

On May 26, 1957 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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What happened in 1957?

1957 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Blondie situation comedy premieres on NBC TV
  • Elvis Presley makes his 7th and final appearance on Ed Sullivan Show
  • Dutch Newspaper Society expels communist daily paper Truth

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What was the calendar for May 1957?

May 1957 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.

Discover how May 1957 calendar looked like.

Sunday May 26, 1957