Famous Birthdays
- Griff Rhys Jones, British humorist and actor (Morons From Outer Space), born in Cardiff, Wales
Famous Deaths
- Sol Hoʻopiʻi [Kaʻaiʻai], Native Hawaiian acoustic and electric lap steel guitar virtuoso, dies of diabetes related kidney failure at 50
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About November 16, 1953
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Answer Me - Frankie Laine
