Famous Birthdays
- Eddie "Fingers" Ojeda, American rock guitarist and songwriter (Twisted Sister; Scarecrow), born in NYC, New York
Famous Deaths
- Carmen Miranda, Portuguese-born Brazilian samba singer and actress (Down Argentine Way), dies of a heart attack at 46
- Suzan (Susan) Ball, American actress, dies of cancer at 21
1955 Highlights
About August 5, 1955
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
