Historical Events
- "Shane", directed by George Stevens and based on the 1949 novel by Jack Schaefer, starring Alan Ladd and Jean Arthur premieres
- USAF General Charles P. Cabell becomes deputy director of CIA, serves until 1962
- WCOV TV channel 20 in Montgomery, Alabama (IND/CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Fred Upton, American politician (US Representatives from Michigan, 1987-2023), born in St. Joseph, Michigan
- James Russo, American actor (My Own Private Idaho;China Girl), born in New York City
About April 23, 1953
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 71 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine
