Historical Events
Huxley Takes LSD
Author Aldous Huxley takes LSD for the first time
Famous Birthdays
- Anwar Khan, Pakistani cricketer (bowled four overs for Pakistan 1979), born in Karachi, Pakistan
- Clarence Gilyard Jr, American actor (Walker, Texas Ranger - "Trivette"; Matlock, 1989-93 - "Conrad"; Die Hard), and educator, born in Moses Lake, Washington (d. 2022)
- Grand L. Bush, American actor, born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Nana Bryant, American stage and screen actress (Ladies of the Chorus; Harvey; Brewster's Millions), dies at 67
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About December 24, 1955
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Christmas Alphabet - Dickie Valentine