Famous Birthdays
- Diamanda Galás, Greek-American pianist, singer and composer (Masque of the Red Death), born in San Diego, California
- Frank Hoste, Belgian cyclist (Tour de France, 1984), born in Ghent, Belgium
Famous Weddings
- American "Untamed Youth" actress Mamie Van Doren (24) weds American trumpeter and actor Ray Anthony (33); divorce 1961
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About August 29, 1955
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
