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May 26, 1954 was the 146th day of the year 1954, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 26, 1954 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, 1954, who was born and died on May 26, 1954, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1954, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Understand Just How You Feel by Four Tunes), movies (e.g. The Yellow Tomahawk, directed by Lesley Selander), TV series (e.g. Center Stage) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1954 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1954?
- May 26, 1954: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 1954: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1954: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1954?
- May 26, 1954: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1954: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1954: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1954: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1954: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1954: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1954: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1954?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1954?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1954?
What day of the week was May 26, 1954?
May 26, 1954 was a Wednesday and it was the 146th day of the year 1954 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 1954 can also be written as 5/26/1954 in the US and as 26/5/1954 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 1954: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 1954:
- A fire aboard the united states aircraft carrier uss bennington off narragansett bay kills 103 crewmen.
- Robert menzies's government is re-elected for a 4th term in australia.
- Creation and first meeting of the bilderberg group.
May 26, 1954: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 1954: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1954 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 1954 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1954: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1954 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1954 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, 1954 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 01:42 am and setting at 03:10 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 17, 1954 while the next full moon would come on Jun 16, 1954.
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Who was born on May 26, 1954?
Famous people born on May 26, 1954:
- Marian Gold
German singer-songwriter/guitarist (alphaville).
- Janis Cole
Holly dale is a canadian filmmaker who collaborates with holly dale.
- Alan Hollinghurst
English novelist, poet, short story writer, and translator.
- Denis Lebel
Canadian businessman and politician, 29th canadian minister of transport.
- Michael Devine
Irish republican hunger strike participant (d. 1981).
- Danny Rolling
American convicted murderer (born 1954).
- Éric Saul
- Wolfgang Sidka
- Andrew Steinmann
- Gabriele Burgio
- Baburam Bhattarai
- Menno Meyjes
- Carlos Horacio Salinas
- Sauro Pazzaglia
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
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Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena 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 GrierPam 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 PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 1954: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 69 years 10 months old,
or 838 months and 25 days old,
or 3647 weeks and 3 days old,
or 25532 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 1954.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, 1954?
There are 37 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, 1954?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1954.
May 26, 1954: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1954:
- Franz Pfemfert
Writer dies at 74.
- Lionel Conacher
Canadian politician and football player (d. 1954).
- Sverre Berg-Johannesen
- Ömer Nishani
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (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.
May 26, 1954: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1954:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1954:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 1954: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1954 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 24th and May 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1954 was I Understand Just How You Feel by Four Tunes, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.
May 26, 1954: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 24th and May 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Four Tunes - I Understand Just How You Feel
- Frank Sinatra - Three Coins In The Fountain
May 26, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1954 was Secret Love by Doris Day, according to the music chart for the week May 24th and May 30th.
May 26, 1954: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 24th and May 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Doris Day - Secret Love
- Johnnie Ray - Such A Night
- Obernkirchen Children's Choir - The Happy Wanderer
- Frankie Laine - The Kid's Last Fight
- Kay Starr - Changing Partners
May 26, 1954: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1954 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Yellow Tomahawk
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Lesley Selander
Starring: Rory Calhoun, Peggie Castle, Noah Beery Jr., Warner Anderson
Gorilla at Large
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Harmon Jones
Starring: Cameron Mitchell, Anne Bancroft, Lee J. Cobb, Raymond Burr
Devil Girl from Mars
Release year: 1954
Directed by: David MacDonald
Starring: Patricia Laffan, Hugh McDermott, Hazel Court, Peter Reynolds
The Long Wait
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Victor Saville
Starring: Anthony Quinn, Charles Coburn, Gene Evans, Peggie Castle
Secret of the Incas
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Jerry Hopper
Starring: Charlton Heston, Robert Young, Nicole Maurey, Thomas Mitchell
May 26, 1954: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 1954 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Center Stage
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Nicholas Hytner
Fast and Loose
Release year: 1954
Duffy's Tavern
Release year: 1954
Love Story
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Arthur Hiller
Running Wild
Release year: 1954
Directed by: Alex Ranarivelo
May 26, 1954: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1954 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Seven Years In Tibet
By: Heinrich Harrer
This is the repackaging of an amazing adventure story about Tibet in the days before the Chinese Communist takeover.
Never Victorious, Never Defeated
By: Taylor Caldwell
Personal Name: Caldwell Taylor, 1900-1985. Main Title: Never victorious, never defeated. Published/Created by McGraw-Hill, New York [1954] Description: 549 p. 21 cm.
The Secret Diary Of Harold L. Ickes
By: Harold L. Ickes
The Secret Diary Of Harold L. Ickes Volume III: The Lowering Clouds 1939-1941 [Hardcover] Harold L. Ickes
The Man Who Never Was
By: Ewen Montagu
A British subject is buried in the Spanish town of Huelva's graveyard. He died alone in the fog of England in late autumn 1942. He never imagined that he would be buried under the sun of Spain.
The Desperate Hours
By: Joseph Hayes
Based on the novel, this play is a play. Indiana prison escape story. Book includes set designs, lighting instructions, etc.
Who was the US President on May 26, 1954?
On May 26, 1954 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1954?
On May 26, 1954 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1954?
On May 26, 1954 the Pope was Pius XII.
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.
What happened in 1954?
1954 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ernest Blochs 4th string quartet, premieres
- Ivan Filin wins Berne marathon
- WSFA TV channel 12 in Montgomery, AL (NBC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for May 1954?
May 1954 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.
