Sunday April 12, 1959: on this day

April 12, 1959 was the 102nd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is April 12, 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 April 12, 1959, who was born and died on April 12, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 12, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Venus by Frankie Avalon), movies (e.g. Warlock, directed by Edward Dmytryk), TV series (e.g. Great Expectations) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 12th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 12, 1959?


April 12, 1959 was a Sunday and it was the 102nd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 12, 1959 can also be written as 4/12/1959 in the US and as 12/4/1959 in UK and Europe.

April 12, 1959 in April 1959 calendar

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April 12, 1959: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 12, 1959:

  • France observator reports torture practice by french army in algeria
  • 13th tony awards: j b and redhead win.
  • Betsy rawls wins lpga babe didrikson-zaharias golf open.

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April 12, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 12th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 12, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 12, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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April 12, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 12, 1959 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 12, 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 April 12, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 08:07 am and setting at 10:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.

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Who was born on April 12, 1959?


Famous people born on April 12, 1959:

  • Atul Dodiya

    Atul Dodiya is an Indian contemporary artist known for his paintings that blend Indian and Western art traditions.

  • Giovanni Lenzi

    Notable chemist specializing in organic synthesis.

  • Anna-Lena Brundin

    Swedish comedian and songwriter of country music.

  • Maricsa Stratulat

    Maricsa Stratulat is a Moldovan politician who served as the Minister of Health, Labor and Social Protection of Moldova from 2019 to 2020.

  • Tracy Tormé

    American producer and screenwriter.

  • Howard Stableford

    English radio and television host.

  • Elissa Leeds in New York City

    New york, usa.

  • Paolo Revelli
  • Pascal Barré
  • Emilio De Marchi
  • Choi Kang-hee
  • Edvins Kengis
  • Markus Vinzent
  • Pierre Chappaz
  • Patrick Barré
  • Alain Zouvi

Whose famous birthday is on April 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 12th:

  • Saoirse Ronan
    Saoirse Ronan

    Saoirse ronan is an irish actress known for her roles in films such as atonement, lady bird, and little women.

  • Ilana Glazer
    Ilana Glazer

    Ilana Glazer is an American comedian, actress, writer, and producer, best known for co-creating and starring in the Comedy Central series...

  • Ed O'Neill
    Ed O'Neill

    Ed o'neill is an american actor best known for his roles as al bundy in the sitcom married.

  • Shannen Doherty
    Shannen Doherty

    American actress, who started showbiz at the age of 12 on "little house on the prairie" (1982-1983).

  • Herbie Hancock
    Herbie Hancock

    American composer and musician.

  • Claire Danes
    Claire Danes

    Claire danes is a tv actress known for her roles in the tv series homeland and my so-called life.

  • Brooklyn Decker
    Brooklyn Decker

    Brooklyn decker is an american actress and model known for her appearances in movies such as 'just go with it' and 'battleship'.

  • Jennifer Morrison
    Jennifer Morrison

    Jennifer morrison is an american actress known for her role as dr.

  • David Cassidy
    David Cassidy

    American actor and singer.

  • Jean-Pierre Marielle
    Jean-Pierre Marielle

    French actor who appeared in over 100 films.

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April 12, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 65 years and 7 days old,

or 780 months and 7 days old,

or 3392 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23749 days old,

if you were born on April 12, 1959.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 12, 1959?

There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 12, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 12, 1959.

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April 12, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 12, 1959:

  • James Gleason

    Dies at 76.

  • Ernest Willem Mulder

    Composer dies at the age of 60.

  • Primo Mazzolari

What famous deaths happened on April 12th?

Famous deaths on April 12th:

  • Josephine Baker
    Josephine Baker

    Ernest hemingway described her as the most beautiful woman he ever saw, or will ever see, as an american-french singer and entertainer.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Marilyn Chambers
    Marilyn Chambers

    American porno actress.

  • Anne Jackson
    Anne Jackson

    Pennsylvania, united states -- actress.

  • Charlie Murphy
    Charlie Murphy

    American actor and comedian (b. 1959).

  • Ruth Taylor
    Ruth Taylor

    Actress (gentlemen prefer blondes), is killed at 76.

  • Sydney Lassick
    Sydney Lassick

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Sugar Ray Robinson

    Widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, Sugar Ray Robinson was a five-time world champion and had a professional record...

  • Joe Louis

    Heavyweight boxing champion known as the 'Brown Bomber.

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April 12, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 12, 1959:

  • Yuri's Night, an international celebration of the first human in space, Yuri Gagarin; in Russia (and formerly in USSR), the Cosmonautics Day.
  • The Roman holiday of Cerealia begins.

Observances on April 12, 1959:

  • International Day of Human Space Flight

Saints celebrated on April 12, 1959:

  • Saint Julius I
  • Saint Zeno of Verona
  • Saint Erkembode
  • Saint Damian
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April 12, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 12, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 6th and April 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 12, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 12, 1959 was Venus by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

April 12, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 6th and April 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Venus
  2. - Come Softly To Me
  3. - It's Just A Matter Of Time
  4. - Pink Shoe Laces
  5. - Tragedy

April 12, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 12, 1959 was Side Saddle by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

April 12, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 6th and April 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Side Saddle
  2. - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  3. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  4. - Petite Fleur
  5. - As I Love You

April 12, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 12, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

April 12, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 6th and April 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Just A Matter Of Time
  2. - Charlie Brown
  3. - Everybody Likes To Cha Cha Cha
  4. - Where Were You (On Our Wedding Day)?
  5. - I Cried A Tear

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April 12, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 12, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Warlock

Warlock

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Edward Dmytryk

Starring: Richard Widmark, Henry Fonda, Anthony Quinn, Dorothy Malone

Country: United States of America

Gidget

Gidget

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Paul Wendkos

Starring: Sandra Dee, James Darren, Cliff Robertson, Arthur O'Connell

Country: United States of America

Sapphire

Sapphire

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Basil Dearden

Starring: Nigel Patrick, Yvonne Mitchell, Michael Craig, Paul Massie

Westbound

Westbound

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Budd Boetticher

Starring: Randolph Scott, Virginia Mayo, Karen Steele, Michael Dante

The Naked Venus

The Naked Venus

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Edgar G. Ulmer

Starring: Patricia Conelle, Don Roberts, Arianne Ulmer, Wynn Gregory

April 12, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 12, 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:

Great Expectations

Great Expectations

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron

Lili

Lili

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Charles Walters

Border Patrol

Border Patrol

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Steven Rosenbaum

The Scarf

The Scarf

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Neil Willoughby

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Hardy Martins

April 12, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 12, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mine Enemy Grows Older by Alexander King

Mine Enemy Grows Older

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Mine Enemy Gets Older

Elizabeth The Great by Elizabeth Jenkins

Elizabeth The Great

By:

This is a fascinating study of the Queen's and her court, their daily lives, concerns, topics for conversation, meals, living conditions, travels and successes, that places them in the historical context of 16th century.

The Watch That Ends The Night by Hugh MacLennan

The Watch That Ends The Night

By:

George and Catherine Stewart share the burden of Catherine Stewart's heart disease. This could lead to her death at any moment.

From The Terrace by John O'Hara

From The Terrace

By:

This article chronicles Alfred Eaton's life and his career at MacHardie and Company and the Department of the Navy.

The Coming Of The New Deal by Arthur Meier Schlesinger Jr.

The Coming Of The New Deal

By:

This book, Volume 2, in Schlesinger’s Age of Roosevelt series, describes Roosevelt's first turbulent years in the White House.

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Who was the US President on April 12, 1959?

On April 12, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 12, 1959?

On April 12, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 12, 1959?

On April 12, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about April 12th?

April 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of April. 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 April 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 quetta bombing, 20 people killed and 50 others hurt in suicide bombing attack at quetta market, pakistan.
  • 2018 - Poisoning of sergei skripal and yulia skripal. the organisation for the prohibition of chemical weapons stated that it agreed with uk authorities regarding their analysis of the toxic chemical that was used against the skripals. the uk identified the substance as a novichok nerve agents, a russian-developed type.
  • 2017 - Ten people are killed at inabanga in bohol in the philippines' central visayas after the armed forces and national police clash with abu sayyaf suspects.

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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 April 1959?

April 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

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Sunday April 12, 1959