Famous Birthdays
- Debi Morgan, American actress (All My Children, Cry Uncle), born in Dunn, North Carolina
- Gary Cole, American actor (Pineapple Express, Midnight Caller), born in Park Ridge, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Theo Frenkel, Dutch actor (Footlights, Hague's Comedy), dies at 85
1956 Highlights
About September 20, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lay Down Your Arms - Anne Shelton
