Friday April 08, 1955: on this day

April 08, 1955 was the 98th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.

Is April 08, 1955 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 08, 1955, who was born and died on April 08, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 08, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Unchained Melody by Al Hibbler), movies (e.g. Marty, directed by Delbert Mann), TV series (e.g. Science Fiction Theatre) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 8th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 08, 1955?


April 08, 1955 was a Friday and it was the 98th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 08, 1955 can also be written as 4/8/1955 in the US and as 8/4/1955 in UK and Europe.

April 08, 1955 in April 1955 calendar

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April 08, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 08, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on April 8th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 08, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 08, 1955 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 1955 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 April 08, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 08:13 pm and setting at 06:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 07, 1955 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1955.

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Who was born on April 08, 1955?


Famous people born on April 08, 1955:

  • Kane Hodder
    Kane Hodder

    American actor and stuntman.

  • Joshia Kingsolver

    Joshia Kingsolver is an acclaimed American novelist known for her socially conscious and environmentally-themed works.

  • Barbara Kingsolver

    Barbara Kingsolver is an American novelist, essayist, and poet known for her works that frequently deal with social justice,...

  • Rashada Sharma

    Rashada Sharma was a celebrated Indian poet whose work explored themes of spirituality, nature, and the human experience.

  • Cariana Dubois

    Cariana Dubois was a French novelist known for her sweeping historical novels that explored the complexities of human relationships.

  • Annalysia Petersen

    Annalysia Petersen was a respected Danish biographer known for her insightful and meticulously researched works on influential historical...

  • Patrick Mennucci

    French socialist politician, member of the national parliament since 2012 and mayor of the 1st district of marseille since 2008.

  • Ron Johnson

    Ron Johnson is an American businessman and politician serving as the senior United States Senator from Wisconsin.

  • David Wu

    Taiwanese-american lawyer and politician.

  • Gerrie Coetzee

    South african boxer (d. 2023).

  • Grace Hightower

    Celebrity.

  • John Campbell

    Three-time hambletonian winner, harness racer.

  • Ricky Bell

    American football player.

  • Didier Lecoanet
  • Agostino Di Bartolomei
  • Roly Serrano

Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:

  • Patricia Arquette
    Patricia Arquette

    American actress.

  • Jacques Brel
    Jacques Brel

    Belgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.

  • Chris Kyle
    Chris Kyle

    Chris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.

  • Julian Lennon
    Julian Lennon

    British singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).

  • Biz Markie
    Biz Markie

    Biz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.

  • John Schneider
    John Schneider

    John schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Franco Corelli
    Franco Corelli

    Italian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.

  • John Gavin
    John Gavin

    Hispanic-american diplomat and actor.

  • Robert Kiyosaki
    Robert Kiyosaki

    Cashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.

  • Christine Boisson
    Christine Boisson

    French actress.

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April 08, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 11 months old,

or 827 months and 20 days old,

or 3598 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25192 days old,

if you were born on April 08, 1955.

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 April 08, 1955?

There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 08, 1955.

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April 08, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on April 8th?

Famous deaths on April 8th:

  • Annette Funicello
    Annette Funicello

    American actress.

  • Ben Johnson
    Ben Johnson

    100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).

  • Sara Montiel
    Sara Montiel

    Spanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).

  • Claire Trevor
    Claire Trevor

    American singer and actress (d. 2000).

  • María Félix
    María Félix

    Mexican film actress.

  • Lars Hanson
    Lars Hanson

    Swedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.

  • Frank Milan
    Frank Milan

    Actor (witness), passes away at 71.

  • Arleen Whelan
    Arleen Whelan

    Deaths of a stroke at the 78.

  • Siler Picasso

    Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

  • Majour Picasso

    A Spanish artist, Picasso is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his pioneering work in Cubism.

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April 08, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 08, 1955:

  • Buddha's Birthday in Japan

Saints celebrated on April 08, 1955:

  • Saint Constance
  • Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
  • Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
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April 08, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 08, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 4th and April 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 08, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Al Hibbler, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 08, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Unchained Melody
  2. - The Breeze And I (Andalucia)
  3. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  4. - Melody Of Love
  5. - Ballad Of Davy Crockett

April 08, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 1955 was Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

April 08, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 08, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 4th and April 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Give Me Your Word
  2. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  3. - Softly Softly
  4. - If Anyone Finds This I Love You
  5. - (I'm Always Hearing) Wedding Bells

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April 08, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 08, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Marty

Marty

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Delbert Mann

Starring: Ernest Borgnine, Betsy Blair, Esther Minciotti, Augusta Ciolli

Country: United States of America

Strange Lady in Town

Strange Lady in Town

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Mervyn LeRoy

Starring: Greer Garson, Dana Andrews, Cameron Mitchell, Lois Smith

The Man from Bitter Ridge

The Man from Bitter Ridge

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jack Arnold

Starring: Lex Barker, Mara Corday, Stephen McNally, John Dehner

Five Guns West

Five Guns West

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Roger Corman

Starring: John Lund, Dorothy Malone, Mike Connors, R. Wright Campbell

Stella

Stella

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michael Cacoyannis

Starring: Melina Mercouri, Giorgos Foundas, Alekos Alexandrakis, Hristina Kalogerikou

April 08, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 08, 1955 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Science Fiction Theatre

Science Fiction Theatre

Release year: 1955

Directed by: n/a

Starring: Truman Bradley

Country: United States of America

Damon Runyon Theater

Damon Runyon Theater

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Leslie H. Martinson

Starring: Donald Woods, Allen Jenkins, Wally Vernon, Clegg Hoyt

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De TV maakt muziek

Release year: 1955

April 08, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 08, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Why Johnny Can'T Read by Rudolf Franz Flesch

Why Johnny Can'T Read

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The U.S. Department of Education recommends this classic book on phonics. This book contains complete instructions and materials for teaching children how to read at home.

Love Is Eternal by Irving Stone

Love Is Eternal

By:

A young, politically-minded woman and an awkward lawyer married and became President and First Lady.

The Tumult And The Shouting by Grantland Rice

The Tumult And The Shouting

By:

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My Several Worlds by Pearl S. Buck

My Several Worlds

By:

This is Pearl S. Buck's extraordinary, eventful and personal story. She was the first American woman to win Nobel Prize for Literature.

Not as a Stranger by Morton Thompson

Not as a Stranger

By:

Lucas Marsh has been a child since he was a baby and cannot see himself as anything but a doctor. He is a very naive, glorified doctor.

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Who was the US President on April 08, 1955?

On April 08, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 1955?

On April 08, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 08, 1955?

On April 08, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about April 8th?

April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. 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 April 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
  • 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.

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What happened in 1955?

1955 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WBBJ TV channel 7 in Jackson, TN (ABC) begins broadcasting
  • Catch a Star opens at Plymouth Theater NYC for 23 performances
  • J van Tilburg appointed Governor of Suriname

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What was the calendar for April 1955?

April 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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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Friday April 8, 1955