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August 15, 1959 was the 227th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 15, 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 15, 1959, who was born and died on August 15, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. A Big Hunk O' Love by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. They Came to Cordura, directed by Robert Rossen), TV series (e.g. The Moonstone) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 15, 1959?
- August 15, 1959: What happened on that day?
- August 15, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 15, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 15, 1959?
- August 15, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 15, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- August 15, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 15, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- August 15, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 15, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 15, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 15, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on August 15, 1959?
What day of the week was August 15, 1959?
August 15, 1959 was a Saturday and it was the 227th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 15, 1959 can also be written as 8/15/1959 in the US and as 15/8/1959 in UK and Europe.
August 15, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 15, 1959:
- Cyprus gains independence.
- The hebgen lake earthquake in southwest montana kills 28.
- Columbia records releases miles davis' groundbreaking album, ''kind of blue''.
- American airlines flight 514, a boeing 707, crashes near the calverton executive airpark in calverton, new york, killing all five people on board.
August 15, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th 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 15, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 15th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 15, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 15, 1959 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 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 15, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:39 pm and setting at 04:01 am.
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 15, 1959?
Famous people born on August 15, 1959:
- Zeynab Badawi
Zeynab Badawi is a British journalist and broadcaster who has worked for the BBC and Al Jazeera.
- Nathaniel Borenstein
Nathaniel Borenstein is a computer scientist who co-developed the MIME standard for email attachments.
- Scott Altman
American captain, pilot, and astronaut.
- Marcia Gay Harden
Actress.
- Magic Johnson
Athlete.
- Arne Sierens
- Roberto Della Seta
- Bobby Hackett
- Han Kulker
- Hisayasu Satō
- Lars Hjorth
- Jesús López-Medel
Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:
![Jennifer Lawrence]()
Jennifer LawrenceAcademy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.
![Ben Affleck]()
Ben AffleckAmerican actor.
![Debra Messing]()
Debra MessingDebra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.
![Anthony Anderson]()
Anthony AndersonAnthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.
![Nino Ferrer]()
Nino FerrerPop music songwriter and singer from italy.
![Julia Child]()
Julia ChildAmerican chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.
![Stieg Larsson]()
Stieg LarssonSwedish journalist and writer.
![Mike Connors]()
Mike ConnorsTouch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.
![Zeljko Ivanek]()
Zeljko IvanekLujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).
![Wendy Hiller]()
Wendy HillerEngland, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).
August 15, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 8 months old,
or 776 months and 1 day old,
or 3374 weeks and 3 days old,
or 23621 days old,
if you were born on August 15, 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 15, 1959?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 15, 1959.
August 15, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 15, 1959:
- Blind Willie McTell
American singer (born 1901).
- Pavel Golia
- Jules Marcadet
What famous deaths happened on August 15th?
Famous deaths on August 15th:
![Jan Kiepura]()
Jan KiepuraSosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").
![August Schellenberg]()
August SchellenbergCanadian-american actor (d. 2013.
![Paul Lukas]()
Paul LukasActor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.
- Lavante Dubois
Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
- Mckenleigh Avery
Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.
- Lancer Sharma
Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
- Jyron Fitzgerald
Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.
- Elfida Vargas
Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.
- Rahi Masoom Reza
Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.
- Severus Levy
Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 15th
August 15, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 15, 1959:
- Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
- Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
- Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
- RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
- Acadie ? National Day
- Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
- India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
- Korea ? Liberation Day
- Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
- Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
August 15, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 15, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 10th and August 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 15, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1959 was A Big Hunk O' Love by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 15, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - A Big Hunk O' Love
- Paul Anka - Lonely Boy
- Carl Dobkins Jr. - My Heart Is An Open Book
- The Drifters - There Goes My Baby
- Sammy Turner - Lavender-Blue
August 15, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1959 was Living Doll by Cliff Richard & The Drifters, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 15, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. 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
- Paul Anka - Lonely Boy
August 15, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1959 was Thank You Pretty Baby by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 15, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 15, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Brook Benton - Thank You Pretty Baby
- Ray Charles and his Orchestra - What'd I Say (Part I & II)
- The Falcons - You're So Fine
- The Drifters - There Goes My Baby
- Big Jay McNeely - There Is Something On Your Mind
August 15, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 15, 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 15, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 15, 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:
The Moonstone
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Reginald Barker
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
August 15, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 15, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
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.
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.
Who was the US President on August 15, 1959?
On August 15, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 1959?
On August 15, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 15, 1959?
On August 15, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about August 15th?
August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
- 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
- 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.
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.
