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October 19, 1959 was the 292nd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Monday.
Is October 19, 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 October 19, 1959, who was born and died on October 19, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 19, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin), movies (e.g. The Wreck of the Mary Deare, directed by Michael Anderson), TV series (e.g. Not For Hire) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 19th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 19, 1959?
- October 19, 1959: What happened on that day?
- October 19, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 19, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 19, 1959?
- October 19, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 19, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- October 19, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 19, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- October 19, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 19, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 19, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 19, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 19, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on October 19, 1959?
What day of the week was October 19, 1959?
October 19, 1959 was a Monday and it was the 292nd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 19, 1959 can also be written as 10/19/1959 in the US and as 19/10/1959 in UK and Europe.
October 19, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 19, 1959:
- Florence henderson joins today show panel
- The first discotheque opens.
October 19, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 19th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 19, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 19, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 19th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 19, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 19, 1959 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 19, 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 October 19, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 08:13 pm and setting at 10:40 am.
The previous full moon was on Oct 16, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Nov 15, 1959.
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Who was born on October 19, 1959?
Famous people born on October 19, 1959:
- Martin Kusch
German philosopher and academic.
- Nir Barkat
Israeli businessman and politician, mayor of jerusalem.
- Ralf Lau
- Riccardo Nencini
- Oliviero de Quintajé
- Mike Jackel
Whose famous birthday is on October 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 19th:
![John Le Carre]()
John Le CarreJohn le carre was a british author known for his espionage novels, including 'the spy who came in from the cold' and 'tinker, tailor,...
![Trey Parker]()
Trey ParkerTrey parker is a director best known for co-creating the animated television series south park.
![Sunny Deol]()
Sunny DeolSunny deol is an indian actor known for his action-packed roles in bollywood films.
![George C. Scott]()
George C. ScottGeorge c. scott was an american actor known for his powerful performances in films such as patton and dr.
![Sylvia Browne]()
Sylvia BrowneAmerican psychic and gifted woman who founded nirvana foundation for psychic research, in 1974.
![John Lithgow]()
John LithgowAmerican actor who can do comedy and drama.
![Jon Favreau]()
Jon FavreauAmerican actor, writer, and director.
![Michael Gambon]()
Michael GambonEnglish actor (singing detective paris at night).
![Robert Reed]()
Robert ReedAmerican actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...
![George Nader]()
George NaderAmerican actor.
October 19, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 6 months old,
or 774 months and 6 days old,
or 3366 weeks and 3 days old,
or 23565 days old,
if you were born on October 19, 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 October 19, 1959?
There are 178 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 19, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 19, 1959.
October 19, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 19, 1959:
- Boughera El Quafi
Marathoner (1928 olympics-gold medalist), shot to death in the 60s.
- Stanley Bate
Composer dies at 45.
- Juan García Suárez "El Corredera"
What famous deaths happened on October 19th?
Famous deaths on October 19th:
![George Wallace]()
George WallaceAmerican politician, who served three terms as the democratic governor for alabama beginning in 1963.
![Lynda Bellingham]()
Lynda BellinghamCanadian actress in tv commercials, movies and series.
![Phyllis Kirk]()
Phyllis KirkAmerican actress (d. 2006).
![Martha Raye]()
Martha RayeAmerican entertainer.
![Gig Young]()
Gig YoungAmerican actor.
![John Hodiak]()
John HodiakAmerican actor who started his career in radio and film.
![Joseph Wiseman]()
Joseph WisemanCanadian-american actor (d. 2009.
![Rudy Ray Moore]()
Rudy Ray MooreAmerican comedian and actor (dolemite), (born 1937).
- Edwyna Wynn
Known for her comedic roles in classic Hollywood films.
- Johanthan Swift
Irish satirist, essayist, and political pamphleteer best known for Gulliver's Travels.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 19th
October 19, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 19, 1959:
- Niue - Constitution Day in honour of the country's independence (self-governing in free association with New Zealand) in 1974.
- Brazil - Independence Day of State of Piauf
- Albania - Mother Teresa Day.
- Also see October 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Roman Catholic Saints - Saints Jean de BrTbeuf, Isaac Jogues, and Companions; Saint Frideswide
- Roman festivals - Armilustrium in honor of Mars
- French Republican Calendar - Tomate (Tomato) Day, twenty-eighth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
October 19, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 19, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 19th and October 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 19, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 19, 1959 was Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.
October 19, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 19, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
- Paul Anka - Put Your Head On My Shoulder
- The Fleetwoods - Mr. Blue
- Sandy Nelson - Teen Beat
- The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You
October 19, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 19, 1959 was Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.
October 19, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 19, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
- Jerry Keller - Here Comes Summer
- The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You
- Craig Douglas - Only Sixteen
- Marty Wilde - Sea Of Love
October 19, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 19, 1959 was You Better Know It by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.
October 19, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 19, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jackie Wilson - You Better Know It
- The Coasters - Poison Ivy
- Phil Phillips With The Twilights - Sea Of Love
- Nina Simone - I Loves You, Porgy
- Sarah Vaughan - Broken-Hearted Melody
October 19, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 19, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Wreck of the Mary Deare
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Michael Anderson
Starring: Gary Cooper, Charlton Heston, Michael Redgrave, Emlyn Williams
Edge of Eternity
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Don Siegel
Starring: Cornel Wilde, Victoria Shaw, Mickey Shaughnessy, Edgar Buchanan
Solomon and Sheba
Release year: 1959
Directed by: King Vidor
Starring: Yul Brynner, Gina Lollobrigida, George Sanders, Marisa Pavan
Country: United States of America
The House of the Seven Hawks
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Richard Thorpe
Starring: Robert Taylor, Nicole Maurey, Linda Christian, Donald Wolfit
Beast from Haunted Cave
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Monte Hellman
Starring: Michael Forest, Sheila Noonan, Frank Wolff, Wally Campo
October 19, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 19, 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:
Not for Hire
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Mike Cajuin
Country: United States of America
Shotgun Slade
Release year: 1959
Country: United States of America
Spotlight
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Tom McCarthy
Dennis the Menace
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Nick Castle
Five Fingers
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Kevin Barker
October 19, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 19, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
John Paul Jones
By: Samuel Eliot Morison
"Reprint of 1959 Original. Author sailed the English and American waters where Captain Jones achieved his greatest successes in preparation for this Bio to be authentic.
The Thirteenth Apostle
By: Eugene Vale
Los Angeles Times: This is what great novels are made of. . . This book is powerful and important. "This
The War Lover
By: John Hersey
THE WAR LOVER tells the story of Buzz Morrow, a pilot who loves war and military duty. Hersey argues that wars are only possible because of men like Buzz, who enjoy them.
Who was the US President on October 19, 1959?
On October 19, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 19, 1959?
On October 19, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 19, 1959?
On October 19, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about October 19th?
October 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of October. 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 October 19th, such as:
- 2018 - The sagrada familia, barcelona receives a building permit 136 years after it began construction.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: a taliban attack on an army base in kandahar province has claimed the lives of at least 43 afghan soldiers. the attack also claimed the lives of around 10 taliban fighters.
- 2016 - Eight people are injured in portland by a natural gas explosion.
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 October 1959?
October 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
