Friday March 20, 1959: on this day

March 20, 1959 was the 79th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 20, 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 March 20, 1959, who was born and died on March 20, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Venus by Frankie Avalon), movies (e.g. Compulsion, directed by Richard Fleischer), TV series (e.g. Lili) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1959?


March 20, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 79th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1959 can also be written as 3/20/1959 in the US and as 20/3/1959 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1959 in March 1959 calendar

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March 20, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1959 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 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 March 20, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 01:45 pm and setting at 03:46 am.

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

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Who was born on March 20, 1959?


Famous people born on March 20, 1959:

  • Steve Borden

    Steve borden, also known as sting, is a retired professional wrestler known for his time in wcw and wwe.

  • Jean-François Abgrall

    French gendarme, well-known for his investigation into the murderer francis heaulme.

  • Peter Truscott

    Baron truscott, british labour party politician and peer.

  • Dave Beasant

    English coach and footballer.

  • Mary Roach

    American author.

  • Sting

    American wrestler.

  • Dale Reid

    Ladybank, scotland -- lpga golfer (european solheim cup team).

  • Michael Whouley

    American political operative, who was credited with john kerryaeurtm's win in iowa in january 2004.

  • Steve McFadden

    Soap opera actor.

  • Nalini Ambady

    Indian-american academic and psychologist (d. 2013).

  • Jacques Penot
  • Howard Wood
  • Moreno Ferrario
  • Arkadij Afanas'ev
  • Kazuhito Amma
  • Felicia Filip

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

See more famous people and celebrities born on March 20th

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March 20, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 64 years 11 months old,

or 779 months and 28 days old,

or 3391 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23741 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 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 March 20, 1959?

There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday March 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 20, 1959.

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March 20, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1959:

  • Eolo Rebua
  • Franz Xaver Zimmermann

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1959:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1959:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1959:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 16th and March 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1959 was Venus by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Venus
  2. - Charlie Brown
  3. - Alvin's Harmonica
  4. - It's Just A Matter Of Time
  5. - Stagger Lee

March 20, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1959 was As I Love You by Shirley Bassey, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - As I Love You
  2. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  3. - Side Saddle
  4. - A Pub With No Beer
  5. - Petite Fleur

March 20, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Just A Matter Of Time
  2. - I Cried A Tear
  3. - Charlie Brown
  4. - Stagger Lee
  5. - Lonely Teardrops

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March 20, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Compulsion

Compulsion

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Richard Fleischer

Starring: Orson Welles, Dean Stockwell, Diane Varsi, Bradford Dillman

Country: United States of America

Pete Kelly's Blues

Pete Kelly's Blues

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jack Webb

Starring: Jack Webb, Janet Leigh, Edmond O'Brien, Peggy Lee

Al Capone

Al Capone

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Richard Wilson

Starring: Rod Steiger, Martin Balsam, Fay Spain, James Gregory

Country: United States of America

Some Like It Hot

Some Like It Hot

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Billy Wilder

Starring: Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, George Raft

Country: United States of America

Rio Bravo

Rio Bravo

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Howard Hawks

Starring: John Wayne, Dean Martin, Ricky Nelson, Angie Dickinson

Country: United States of America

March 20, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 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:

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

Face to Face

Face to Face

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Lou Antonio

March 20, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart

Nine Coaches Waiting

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In this haunting suspense novel, a governess at a French chateau discovers a plot to end her young pupil's life.

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.

Wedemeyer Reports! by General Albert C. Wedemeyer

Wedemeyer Reports!

By:

General Wedemeyer was the chief planner of General Marshall and co-author the Victory Plan. He had a significant role in shaping and directing Allied War against Fascist forces.

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.

Twixt Twelve And Twenty by Pat Boone

Twixt Twelve And Twenty

By:

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Who was the US President on March 20, 1959?

On March 20, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1959?

On March 20, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1959?

On March 20, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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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 March 1959?

March 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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