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August 07, 1959 was the 219th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 07, 1959 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 07, 1959, who was born and died on August 07, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 07, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lonely Boy by Paul Anka), movies (e.g. They Came to Cordura, directed by Robert Rossen), TV series (e.g. Blaulicht) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 7th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 07, 1959?
- August 07, 1959: What happened on that day?
- August 07, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 07, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 07, 1959?
- August 07, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 07, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- August 07, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- August 07, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 07, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 07, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 07, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 07, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on August 07, 1959?
What day of the week was August 07, 1959?
August 07, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 219th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 07, 1959 can also be written as 8/7/1959 in the US and as 7/8/1959 in UK and Europe.
August 07, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 07, 1959:
- Explorer 6 transmits first tv photo of earth from space.
- The lincoln memorial design on the u.s. penny goes into circulation. it replaces the ''sheaves of wheat'' design and is still in use.
August 07, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 7th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 07, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 07, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 7th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 07, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 07, 1959 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 07, 1959 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on August 07, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 09:08 am and setting at 10:17 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 20, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 1959.
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Who was born on August 07, 1959?
Famous people born on August 07, 1959:
- Ali Shah
Zimbabwean cricketer and coach.
- Koenraad Elst
Belgian orientalist and author.
- José Ramón Gallego
- Christopher Johnson
- Paolo Ravaglia
- Howard Richards
- Oscar Surián
- Stephen Chow Sau-yan
Whose famous birthday is on August 7th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 7th:
![Charlize Theron]()
Charlize TheronSouth african-american actress, producer, and model.
![Wayne Knight]()
Wayne KnightWayne knight is an american actor best known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as seinfeld, jurassic park, and toy story 2..
![David Duchovny]()
David DuchovnyAmerican actor fox mulder is the fbi agent in a tv series called "the x-files" that debuted in 1996.
![Sydney Penny]()
Sydney PennyActress (danninew gidgets, thorn birds and all my children).
![Charlotte Lewis]()
Charlotte LewisKensington london, england -- actress, golden child, pirates.
![Garrison Keillor]()
Garrison KeillorAmerican broadcaster, talk-show host, and author.
![Megan Gale]()
Megan GaleAustralian actress, model, brand ambassador, fashion designer, and stylist.
![Brit Marling]()
Brit MarlingAmerican screenwriter and producer of actresses.
![Anjanette Comer]()
Anjanette ComerAnjanette Comer is an American actress known for her roles in films and television shows.
![Abbey Lincoln]()
Abbey LincolnAbbey lincoln was an american jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actress known for her powerful and emotive voice, as well as her contributions...
August 07, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 8 months old,
or 776 months and 13 days old,
or 3376 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23633 days old,
if you were born on August 07, 1959.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 07, 1959?
There are 109 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 7th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 07, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 07, 1959.
August 07, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 07, 1959:
- Carmino Belli
Carmino Belli was an Italian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Armas Emmanuel Launis
Composer dies at 75.
- Armas Launis
- Jacob Baart de la Faille
What famous deaths happened on August 7th?
Famous deaths on August 7th:
![Joi Lansing]()
Joi LansingAmerican model, actress and nightclub singer (d. 1972).
![Jonathan Jackson]()
Jonathan JacksonInstigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).
![Esther Phillips]()
Esther PhillipsAmerican singer best known for her r&b vocals.
![Russ Morgan]()
Russ MorganScranton, pennsylvania -- orchestra leader.
![Grayson Hall]()
Grayson HallGrayson Hall was an American actress known for her roles in Dark Shadows and The Night of the Iguana.
![Brion James]()
Brion JamesAmerican actor (born 1945).
- Ravindra Nath Tagore
Nobel laureate known for his poetry and music compositions.
- Kiril Stanilavski
A pioneering Russian theatre practitioner who developed the Stanislavski method, a system of acting that has had a lasting influence on...
- Harlean Carpenter
Harlean Carpenter, better known by her stage name Jean Harlow, was an American actress and sex symbol of the 1930s.
- Virginia Apgar
Virginia Apgar was an American physician who developed the Apgar Score, a method used to quickly assess the health of newborn babies.
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August 07, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 07, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 3rd and August 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 07, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 07, 1959 was Lonely Boy by Paul Anka, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 07, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 07, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paul Anka - Lonely Boy
- Elvis Presley - A Big Hunk O' Love
- Carl Dobkins Jr. - My Heart Is An Open Book
- Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
- Fabian - Tiger
August 07, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 07, 1959 was Living Doll by Cliff Richard & The Drifters, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 07, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 07, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Living Doll
- Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
- Lonnie Donegan - Battle Of New Orleans
- Connie Francis - Lipstick On Your Collar
August 07, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 07, 1959 was What'd I Say (Part I & II) by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 07, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 07, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Charles and his Orchestra - What'd I Say (Part I & II)
- The Falcons - You're So Fine
- The Drifters - There Goes My Baby
- Brook Benton - Thank You Pretty Baby
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Personality
August 07, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 07, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
They Came to Cordura
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Robert Rossen
Starring: Gary Cooper, Rita Hayworth, Van Heflin, Tab Hunter
Country: United States of America
The Crimson Kimono
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Samuel Fuller
Starring: Victoria Shaw, Glenn Corbett, James Shigeta, Anna Lee
But Not for Me
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Walter Lang
Starring: Clark Gable, Carroll Baker, Lilli Palmer, Lee J. Cobb
It Started with a Kiss
Release year: 1959
Directed by: George Marshall
Starring: Glenn Ford, Debbie Reynolds, Eva Gabor, Gustavo Rojo
Alle Tage ist kein Sonntag
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Helmut Weiss
Starring: Elisabeth Müller, Paul Hubschmid, Dietmar Schönherr, Jochen Hanke
August 07, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 07, 1959 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Blaulicht
Release year: 1959
Snakes and Ladders
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Navneet Choujar
Wonderful World
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Kalle Max Hofmann
Something in the City
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Maclean Rogers
Long Shot
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Jonathan Levine
August 07, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 07, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Ugly American
By: William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick
This multi-million-copy bestseller is the one that gave rise to the term "tragic American blunders abroad". The episode that gives the book its name is Homer Atkins. He's a simple and plain-spoken man who was sent by the U.S.
The Elements Of Style
By: William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White
You recognize the names of the authors. The title is familiar to you. This book is probably something you've used. This is The Elements of Style. It's the classic style guide.
Image Of America
By: Richard Bruckberger
"Either America represents the hope of the whole world or it is nothing. There are many who despair of the West.
Nine Coaches Waiting
By: Mary Stewart
In this haunting suspense novel, a governess at a French chateau discovers a plot to end her young pupil's life.
Who was the US President on August 07, 1959?
On August 07, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 07, 1959?
On August 07, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 07, 1959?
On August 07, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 7th?
August 7th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 7th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on August 7th, such as:
- 2018 - Drone explosions in caracas, colombia-venezuela relations. venezuelan president nicolas maduro claims that he has "hard proof" that the colombian government attempted to assassinate him on saturday. he will release the evidence later in the day.
- 2017 - Godzilla in popular culture: haruo nakajima, who played the role of godzilla between 1954 and 1972, has died at the age 88.
- 2016 - 2016 stabbing of charleroi officers by police: isil claims responsibility in the machete attack on belgium.
What happened in 1959?
1959 was filled with very interesting events such as
- England complete 5-0 series drubbing of India
- Texas Instruments requests patent of IC
- WVUE TV channel 8 in New Orleans, LA (ABC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for August 1959?
August 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
