Thursday January 05, 1950: on this day

About January 5th, 1950, in brief:

  • Historical events: U.S. Senator Estes Kefauver introduces a resolution calling for an investigation of organized crime in the U.S.
  • Day of the week: January 5th, 1950 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Deepika Padukone, Hayao Miyazaki
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: The Old Master Painter by Peggy Lee & Mel Torme
  • Popular movie: Whirlpool directed by Otto Preminger

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What day of the week was January 05, 1950?


January 05, 1950 was a Thursday and it was the 5th day of the year 1950 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 05, 1950 can also be written as 1/5/1950 in the US and as 5/1/1950 in UK and Europe.

January 05, 1950 in January 1950 calendar

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January 05, 1950: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 05, 1950:

  • U.s. senator estes kefauver introduces a resolution calling for an investigation of organized crime in the u.s.

January 05, 1950: What were the magazines covers that day?

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January 05, 1950: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 5th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn 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 05, 1950: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 05, 1950 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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January 05, 1950: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 05, 1950 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 05, 1950 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 05, 1950 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 06:03 pm and setting at 09:18 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 04, 1950 while the next full moon would come on Feb 02, 1950.

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Who was born on January 05, 1950?


Famous people born on January 05, 1950:

  • Ioan Petru Culianu

    Renowned Romanian philosopher known for his work on mysticism and religion.

  • Graziella Franchini

    An italian singer gave a benefit concert in 1973 for abused children.

  • Chris Stein

    American guitarist (blondie), songwriter and producer.

  • Merl Reagle

    Merl Reagle was a renowned crossword puzzle constructor and writer.

  • John Manley

    Canadian lawyer and politician, 8th deputy prime minister of canada.

  • Peter Goldsmith

    Baron goldsmith, english lawyer and politician, attorney general for england and wales.

  • Ioan Culianu

    Romanian author and historian (d. 1991).

  • Krzysztof Wielicki

    Polish mountaineer.

  • Charlie Richmond

    Canadian sound designer and engineer.

  • Jean-Yves Autexier

    French politician who was deputy mayor of sarcelles, val-d'oise, from 1977 to 1983.

  • Pierre Perrin de Chassagne
  • Nikolaj Abramov
  • Ulrich Bächli
  • Lolita
  • Darioush Mohammadi

Whose famous birthday is on January 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 5th:

  • Deepika Padukone
    Deepika Padukone

    Deepika padukone is an indian actress and model known for her work in bollywood films and for being one of the highest-paid actresses in...

  • Hayao Miyazaki
    Hayao Miyazaki

    Hayao miyazaki is a renowned japanese filmmaker known for his work in animation, particularly for founding studio ghibli and creating...

  • Marilyn Manson
    Marilyn Manson

    American shock-rocker who rose to the top of charts using a platform that included drag, nudity and arson.

  • Bradley Cooper
    Bradley Cooper

    American producer and actor.

  • Kristin Cavallari
    Kristin Cavallari

    Kristin cavallari is a reality tv star known for her appearances on shows like laguna beach and the hills.

  • Diane Keaton
    Diane Keaton

    American actress, whose first professional stage appearance was in 1968's "hair.

  • Umberto Eco
    Umberto Eco

    Italian writer, teacher, essayist, and researcher.

  • Suki Waterhouse
    Suki Waterhouse

    Suki waterhouse is a british model known for her work with major fashion brands and her appearances in magazines and on runways.

  • January Jones
    January Jones

    January jones is an american actress best known for her role as betty draper in the tv series mad men.

  • Uday Chopra
    Uday Chopra

    Uday Chopra is an Indian actor and producer, known for his work in the Dhoom film series.

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How old is someone born on January 05, 1950?


Someone born on January 05, 1950 is:

74 years 4 months old,

or 892 months and 27 days old,

or 3882 weeks and 2 days old,

or 27176 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 05, 1950?

There are 218 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 5th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 05, 1950?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 05, 1950.

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January 05, 1950: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 05, 1950:

  • John Rabe

What famous deaths happened on January 5th?

Famous deaths on January 5th:

  • Uday Kiran
    Uday Kiran

    Uday Kiran was an Indian film actor who predominantly worked in Telugu cinema.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Massimo Girotti
    Massimo Girotti

    Italian actor who acted in films for seven decades.

  • Arthur Kennedy
    Arthur Kennedy

    Worcester, massachusetts -- actor (fantastic voyage and peyton place).

  • Don Wilson
    Don Wilson

    Houston astros' pitcher dies from carbon monoxide poisoning at the age of 29.

  • Tina Modotti
    Tina Modotti

    Italian model, actress, photographer and revolutionary political activist (born in 1896).

  • Hans Conried
    Hans Conried

    Baltimore, maryland -- actor (bullwinkle show make room for daddy).

  • Calvin Coolidge
    Calvin Coolidge

    American politician, u.s.

  • Marsella Dumas

    Marsella Dumas was a French novelist best known for her historical novels, including 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Count of Monte Cristo'.

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January 05, 1950: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 05, 1950:

  • Mungday (Discordianism)
  • Catholicism - Feast day of St. John Neumann.
  • The eleventh day of Christmas in Western Christianity, and the Twelfth Night of Christmas in Western Christianity.
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January 05, 1950: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 05, 1950 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 2nd and January 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 05, 1950: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 05, 1950 was The Old Master Painter by Peggy Lee & Mel Torme, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 05, 1950: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 05, 1950 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Old Master Painter

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January 05, 1950: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 05, 1950 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Whirlpool

Release year: 1950

Directed by: Otto Preminger

Starring: Gene Tierney, Richard Conte, José Ferrer, Charles Bickford

The Great Rupert

Release year: 1950

Directed by: Irving Pichel

Starring: Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore, Tom Drake, Frank Orth

Ambush

Release year: 1950

Directed by: Sam Wood

Starring: Robert Taylor, John Hodiak, Arlene Dahl, Don Taylor

The Nevadan

Release year: 1950

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Randolph Scott, Dorothy Malone, Forrest Tucker, Frank Faylen

Mark of the Gorilla

Release year: 1950

Directed by: William Berke

Starring: Johnny Weissmuller, Trudy Marshall, Suzanne Dalbert, Onslow Stevens

January 05, 1950: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 05, 1950 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Escape

Release year: 1949

Directed by: Roar Uthaug

Rocky King, Detective

Rocky King, Detective

Release year: 1950

Starring: Roscoe Karns, Grace Carney, Earl Hammond, Ken Roberts

Country: United States of America

Life with Snarky Parker

Life with Snarky Parker

Release year: 1950

Life Begins at Eighty

Life Begins at Eighty

Release year: 1950

Opera Television Theatre

Opera Television Theatre

Release year: 1950

January 05, 1950: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 05, 1950 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

One On The House by Mary Lasswell

One On The House

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Modern Arms And Free Men by Vannevar Bush

Modern Arms And Free Men

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The "world's most distinguished scientist in the field armaments" answers questions regarding America and future threats from technological advances in atomic fuel and manufactured disease in its hands

The Mature Mind by Harry Allen Overstreet

The Mature Mind

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This book was first published in 1949. It is still highly regarded and frequently cited as one of their best ever books.

Home Sweet Zoo by Clare Barnes

Home Sweet Zoo

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Paperback. Wear to cover, creasing, photos in black and white. Pages good.

The Wall by John Herse

The Wall

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Who was the US President on January 05, 1950?

On January 05, 1950 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 05, 1950?

On January 05, 1950 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 05, 1950?

On January 05, 1950 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about January 5th?

January 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th 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 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: the syrian network for human rights reported that at least 223 massacres were committed by syrian parties in 2018.
  • 2018 - Northern rakhine state clashes. arsa insurgents using small arms and homemade mines ambush a burmese military convoy at turaing. three members of myanmar’s security forces were reportedly injured.
  • 2017 - Two gunmen are killed in a shootout in izmir over the kurdish-turkish conflict. another escapes. a car bomb explodes during the shootout, killing both a police officer as well as a court employee.

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What happened in 1950?

1950 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Happy as Larry opens at Coronet Theater NYC for 3 performances
  • Happy as Larry closes at Coronet Theater NYC after 3 performances
  • As the Girls Go closes at Winter Garden Theater NYC after 420 performances

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What was the calendar for January 1950?

January 1950 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.

Discover how January 1950 calendar looked like.

Thursday January 5, 1950