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Monday December 15, 1958: on this day
December 15, 1958 was the 349th day of the year 1958, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 15, 1958 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 15, 1958, who was born and died on December 15, 1958, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 15, 1958, which were the most popular songs (ex. To Know Him, Is To Love Him by The Teddy Bears), movies (e.g. Kaagaz Ke Phool, directed by Guru Dutt), TV series (e.g. All Aboard) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 15th, 1958 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 15, 1958?
- December 15, 1958: What happened on that day?
- December 15, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 15, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 15, 1958?
- December 15, 1958: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 15, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
- December 15, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
- December 15, 1958: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 15, 1958: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 15, 1958: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 15, 1958?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 15, 1958?
- Who was the Pope on December 15, 1958?
What day of the week was December 15, 1958?
December 15, 1958 was a Monday and it was the 349th day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 15, 1958 can also be written as 12/15/1958 in the US and as 15/12/1958 in UK and Europe.
December 15, 1958: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 15, 1958:
- Arthur l. schawlow and charles h. townes of bell laboratories publish a paper in ''physical review letters'' setting out the principles of the optical laser.
December 15, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 15th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 15, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 15, 1958 is Dog and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 15th, 1958 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 15, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 15, 1958 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 15, 1958 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 December 15, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 10:41 am and setting at 10:06 pm.
The previous full moon was on Nov 26, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Dec 26, 1958.
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Who was born on December 15, 1958?
Famous people born on December 15, 1958:
- Carlo J. Caparas
Filipino director and producer.
- Richard Kastle
American classical pianist.
- Eddy Annys
Belgian high jumper.
- Rabah Madjer
- Nikola Spasov
- Stephan Weil
- Levan Uchaneishvili
- Alfredo Ormando
- Pilar Brescia
- Bettina Giovannini
- Britta Jänicke
Whose famous birthday is on December 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 15th:
![Adam Brody]()
Adam BrodyAmerican actor.
![Stuart Townsend]()
Stuart TownsendMovie actor.
![Charlie Cox]()
Charlie CoxMovie actor.
![Michelle Dockery]()
Michelle DockeryBritish actress.
![Michael Shanks]()
Michael ShanksCanadian actor, screenwriter and director.
![Jeff Chandler]()
Jeff ChandlerAmerican actor and singer (d. 1961).
![Helen Slater]()
Helen SlaterTv actress.
![Geoff Stults]()
Geoff StultsAmerican producer and actor.
![Tim Conway]()
Tim ConwayAmerican comedian and actor.
![Julie Taymor]()
Julie TaymorAmerican filmmaker, and the talented director of "the lion king," the musical theatre.
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December 15, 1958: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 65 years 4 months old,
or 784 months and 4 days old,
or 3409 weeks and 4 days old,
or 23867 days old,
if you were born on December 15, 1958.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 December 15, 1958?
There are 240 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 15, 1958?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 15, 1958.
December 15, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 15, 1958:
- Wolfgang Pauli
Austrian-swiss physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1900).
- Gianni Monnet
- Giovanni Ciusa Romagna
- Carlo Baravalle
- Jaime Pujiula
What famous deaths happened on December 15th?
Famous deaths on December 15th:
![Charles Laughton]()
Charles LaughtonCharles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...
![Joan Fontaine]()
Joan FontaineAmerican actress, born in japan to her father who was stationed at tokyo.
![Blake Edwards]()
Blake EdwardsAmerican screenwriter and producer (d. 2010).
![Glenn Miller]()
Glenn MillerAmerican trombonist and leader of big bands, he is best known for his popular swing-era hits "in the mood", and "chattanooga choo choo", as...
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Olga Zubarry]()
Olga ZubarryArgentinian actress (d. 2012).
![Chill Wills]()
Chill WillsSeagoville (texas) -- actor (fronteir circus and rounders).
![Jean Paige]()
Jean PaigeActress (captain blood and black beauty).
- Walt Disney
Walt Disney was an American entrepreneur, animator, writer, voice actor, and film producer who founded the Disney entertainment empire.
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December 15, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 15, 1958 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 15th and December 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 15, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 15, 1958 was To Know Him, Is To Love Him by The Teddy Bears, according to the music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 15, 1958: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 15, 1958 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Teddy Bears - To Know Him, Is To Love Him
- The Everly Brothers - Problems
- The Kingston Trio - Tom Dooley
- Elvis Presley - One Night
- The Playmates - Beep Beep
December 15, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 15, 1958 was It's Only Make Believe by Conway Twitty, according to the music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 15, 1958: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 15, 1958 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Conway Twitty - It's Only Make Believe
- Lord Rockingham's XI - Hoots Mon
- Lonnie Donegan - Tom Dooley
- Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Starring Warren Covington - Tea For Two Cha Cha
- Tommy Edwards - It's All In The Game
December 15, 1958: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 15, 1958 was Lonely Teardrops by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 15th and December 21st.
December 15, 1958: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 15, 1958 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 15th and December 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackie Wilson - Lonely Teardrops
- Clyde McPhatter - A Lover's Question
- Dee Clark - Nobody But You
- Fats Domino - Whole Lotta Loving
- James Brown And The Famous Flames - Try Me
December 15, 1958: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 15, 1958 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Kaagaz Ke Phool
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Guru Dutt
Starring: Waheeda Rehman, Guru Dutt, Kumari Naaz, Johnny Walker
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Satyen Bose
Starring: Ashok Kumar, Madhubala, Anoop Kumar, Kishore Kumar
Madhumati
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Bimal Roy
Starring: Dilip Kumar, Vyjayanthimala, Johnny Walker, Pran
Murder by Contract
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Irving Lerner
Starring: Vince Edwards, Phillip Pine, Herschel Bernardi, Caprice Toriel
Neurose
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Rolf Thiele
Starring: Amedeo Nazzari, Nadja Tiller, Peter Van Eyck
Country: Italy
December 15, 1958: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 15, 1958 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
All Aboard
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Fred Levine
Our Mutual Friend
Release year: 1958
The Lost King
Release year: 1958
Directed by: Stephen Frears
La clé des champs
Release year: 1958
Blue Peter
Release year: 1958
December 15, 1958: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 15, 1958 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Affluent Society
By: John Kenneth Galbraith
John Kenneth Galbraith's classic study of postwar America's private wealth and public poverty. With his trademark clarity, humor, and eloquence Harvard economist John Kenneth Galbraith get to the heart of
The Mountain Is Young
By: Han Suyin
Ann abandons her passionate marriage to John Ford, a colonial civil servant. She travels to Kathmandu on a journey of self-discovery, spiritual awakening, and rekindles her love for John Ford.
Anatomy of a Murder
By: Robert Traver
Robert Traver's Anatomy of a Murder was first published by St. Martin's 1958. It quickly became America's number-one bestseller and was later made into the classic Otto Preminger film.
Women And Thomas Harrow
By: John P. Marquand
This vintage paperback is bright, clean, and fresh. It has some age-related tanning and light wear. There are no markings on the book, it is in good condition. The book will be carefully packed in bubble wrap by our family.
The New Testament In Modern English
By: J.B. Phillips
The New Testament In Modern English was published in 1958 and is one of the most lively and dynamic translations ever to appear in print. Phillips' translation of Holy Scripture into modern English is easy to understand and powerful for …
Who was the US President on December 15, 1958?
On December 15, 1958 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 15, 1958?
On December 15, 1958 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 15, 1958?
On December 15, 1958 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about December 15th?
December 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of December. 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 December 15th, such as:
- 2018 - Kashmir conflict: indian soldiers and counterinsurgency officers exchange gunfire with militants within the southern district pulwama. one soldier was killed and three others were injured. after the battle ended, soldiers opened fire on anti-government protestors gathered in the area. seven civilians were killed and 40 more were injured.
- 2017 - In jerusalem, bethlehem, and at the qalandia border crossing to determine the status of jerusalem, palestinians and israeli soldiers fought. also, clashes are reported in gaza and ramallah, hebron, qalqilya. conflicts in which israeli law enforcement used live bullets and palestinians threw stones resulted in two palestinians being killed in gaza, 150 being wounded, and two others in west bank. a further 10 were also hurt.
- 2016 - War in donbass - the european union has extended its main sanctions economic against russia related to ukraine for six months, until mid-2017.
What happened in 1958?
1958 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Referendum allows city to sell Chavez Ravine to the Dodgers
- French Premier De Gaulle arrives in Algiers
- San Francisco Giants Hank Sauer and B Schmidt are 2nd to hit consecutive pinch HRs
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What was the calendar for December 1958?
December 1958 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
