What Happened on November 27, 1955

Famous Birthdays

Bill Nye (68 years old)

American TV host and science presenter (Bill Nye the Science Guy) and engineer, born in Washington D.C.

  • Pierre Mondou, Canadian ice hockey player, born in Sorel, Quebec

Famous Deaths

Arthur Honegger (1892-1955)

Swiss composer (King David; Pacific 231), dies of a heart attack at 63

  • Luis de Freitas Branco, Portuguese composer, dies at 65
  • William Nigh, American director (Ape, Doomed to Die, Mr Wong), dies at 74
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights

About November 27, 1955

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 5 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets