What Happened on February 14, 1953

Historical Events

  • "Trionfo di Afrodite (Triumph of Aphrodite)", the final work of Carl Orff's Trionfi trilogy premieres at La Scala in Milan, Italy

Famous Birthdays

  • Carmine Rojas, American composer, musical director and bass guitarist (David Bowie, Joe Bonamassa), born in Brooklyn, New York City
  • Wayne Siegel, composer
Born in 1953

Famous Weddings

Agnes Moorehead

Actress Agnes Moorehead (52) weds actor & film director Robert Gist (35)

1953 Highlights

About February 14, 1953

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 3 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes - Perry Como with The Ramblers