What Happened on December 21, 1950

Historical Events

"Out of This World"

Cole Porter's musical "Out of This World" an adaptation of Titus Plautus's mythological comedy Amphitryon, starring George Gaynes, opens at New Century Theater, NYC; runs for 157 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • Jeffrey Katzenberg, American film producer, born in New York City
  • Lillebjørn Nilsen, Norwegian singer-songwriter, born in Oslo, Norway

Famous Deaths

  • Hattie Wyatt Caraway, American politician (1st woman elected to US Senate, Senator for Arkansas 1931-45), dies at 72 [1]
Died in 1950 1950 Highlights

About December 21, 1950

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 4 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius