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June 11, 1959 was the 162nd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is June 11, 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 June 11, 1959, who was born and died on June 11, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 11, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton), movies (e.g. Porgy and Bess, directed by Otto Preminger, Rouben Mamoulian), TV series (e.g. For Love Or Money) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 11th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 11, 1959?
- June 11, 1959: What happened on that day?
- June 11, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 11, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 11, 1959?
- June 11, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 11, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- June 11, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- June 11, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 11, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 11, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 11, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 11, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on June 11, 1959?
What day of the week was June 11, 1959?
June 11, 1959 was a Thursday and it was the 162nd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 11, 1959 can also be written as 6/11/1959 in the US and as 11/6/1959 in UK and Europe.
June 11, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 11, 1959:
- Us postmaster general bans d.h. lawrence's book lady chatterley's lover.
June 11, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 11th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 11, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 11, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 11th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 11, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 11, 1959 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 11, 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 June 11, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 28% full, rising at 10:14 am and setting at 11:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 22, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1959.
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Who was born on June 11, 1959?
Famous people born on June 11, 1959:
![Hugh Laurie]()
Hugh LaurieEnglish comedian, writer, musician, director.
- Tim Van Patten
Director.
- Eliot Spitzer
Lawyer.
- Magnum TA
American sportscaster and wrestler.
Whose famous birthday is on June 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 11th:
![Shia LaBeouf]()
Shia LaBeoufAmerican actor, director, and filmmaker known for his roles in films such as Transformers, Fury, and Honey Boy.
![Peter Dinklage]()
Peter DinklagePeter dinklage is an american actor known for his role as tyrion lannister in the tv series game of thrones.
![Kodak Black]()
Kodak BlackKodak black is a rapper known for his hit singles 'tunnel vision' and 'zeze', as well as his legal troubles.
![Sessue Hayakawa]()
Sessue HayakawaSessue hayakawa was a japanese-born actor who achieved fame in american and european cinema during the early 20th century, known for his...
![Ryan Dunn]()
Ryan DunnRyan dunn was an american actor and stunt performer, best known for his appearances in the tv show jackass and its related movies.
![Gene Wilder]()
Gene WilderAmerican actor and comedian who made his screen debut with "bonnie and clyde", followed by "the producers.
![Jacques-Yves Cousteau]()
Jacques-Yves CousteauFrench marine biologist and inventor (d. 1997).
![Claire Holt]()
Claire HoltClaire holt is an australian actress known for her role as rebekah mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off the...
![Adrienne Barbeau]()
Adrienne BarbeauAmerican actress, author of three books.
![Risë Stevens]()
Risë StevensAmerican soprano and actress (d. 2013).
June 11, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 10 months old,
or 778 months and 14 days old,
or 3385 weeks
or 23695 days old,
if you were born on June 11, 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 June 11, 1959?
There are 47 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 11, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 11, 1959.
June 11, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on June 11th?
Famous deaths on June 11th:
![DeForest Kelley]()
DeForest KelleyDeforest kelley was an american actor best known for his role as dr.
![Ruby Dee]()
Ruby DeeAmerican actress, on broadway, in movies and on tv.
![Ann Rutherford]()
Ann RutherfordToronto, ontario -- television panelist (leave it to the girls).
![Brigitte Helm]()
Brigitte HelmGerman-swiss actress (d. 1996).
![Ron Moody]()
Ron MoodyLondon, england -- actor (12 chairs, wrong is right).
![Ray Sharkey]()
Ray SharkeyBrooklyn, new york -- actor.
![Chhabi Biswas]()
Chhabi BiswasIndian actor and director (b. 1900).
![Mala Powers]()
Mala PowersAmerican actress in film (d. 2007).
![Walter Hampden]()
Walter HampdenAmerican actor.
- Uziah Gershwin
Uziah Gershwin was a renowned American lyricist who collaborated with his brother, composer George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
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June 11, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 11, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 8th and June 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 11, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 11, 1959 was The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.
June 11, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 11, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 8th and June 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
- Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
- Lloyd Price - Personality
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Martin Denny - Quiet Village
June 11, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 11, 1959 was Roulette by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.
June 11, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 11, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 8th and June 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Russ Conway - Roulette
- Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
- Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
- Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
- Anthony Newley - I've Waited So Long
June 11, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 11, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.
June 11, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 11, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 8th and June 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Personality
- The Fiestas - So Fine
- Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
- Brook Benton - Endlessly
June 11, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 11, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Porgy and Bess
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Otto Preminger, Rouben Mamoulian
Starring: Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey
Country: United States of America
Darby O'Gill and the Little People
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Robert Stevenson
Starring: Albert Sharpe, Janet Munro, Sean Connery, Jimmy O'Dea
Country: United States of America
Shake Hands with the Devil
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Michael Anderson
Starring: James Cagney, Don Murray, Dana Wynter, Glynis Johns
Country: United States of America
The Killer Shrews
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Ray Kellogg
Starring: James Best, Ingrid Goude, Ken Curtis, Gordon McLendon
The Giant Gila Monster
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Ray Kellogg
Starring: Don Sullivan, Fred Graham, Lisa Simone, Shug Fisher
June 11, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 11, 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:
For Love or Money
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Mark Murphy
Brenner
Release year: 1959
Heidi
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Daniel Ray
Focus
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Great Expectations
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron
June 11, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 11, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Dear And Glorious Physician
By: Taylor Caldwell
The famous novel about the triumphant story that St. Luke tells. Scientist and Gospel writer. While St. Luke is today best known for writing the third Gospel of New Testament, two thousand years ago, he was Lucanus. He was a …
Lady Chatterly'S Lover
By: D.H. Lawrence
Lady Chatterly's lover by D.H.Lawrence Easton Press 1975 This book is in mint condition and has never been read.
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
Who was the US President on June 11, 1959?
On June 11, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 11, 1959?
On June 11, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 11, 1959?
On June 11, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about June 11th?
June 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of June. 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 June 11th, such as:
- 2019 - A us house of representatives committee announces it will hold a hearing next week (june 20), to discuss fuel efficiency standards. the trump administration is pressing for a rollback of an obama-era schedule of 5 % reductions in annual emissions.
- 2018 - Economy of the united kingdom: poundworld, a british retail chain that employs thousands, goes into administration.
- 2017 - Marawi crisis: rodrigo duterte, the philippines president, says that he "is not aware" that the united states has provided support for the philippine government's military operation against islamists at marawi. duterte said that he had never approached america for assistance.
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 June 1959?
June 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
