Sunday August 23, 1959: on this day

August 23, 1959 was the 235th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 23, 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 23, 1959, who was born and died on August 23, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. A Big Hunk O' Love by Elvis Presley), movies (e.g. General Della Rovere, directed by Roberto Rossellini), TV series (e.g. The Moonstone) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 23, 1959?


August 23, 1959 was a Sunday and it was the 235th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 1959 can also be written as 8/23/1959 in the US and as 23/8/1959 in UK and Europe.

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August 23, 1959: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 23, 1959:

  • Beverly hanson wins lpga spokane golf open

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August 23, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 23, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 23, 1959 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 23, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 09:56 pm and setting at 12:15 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Sep 17, 1959.

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Who was born on August 23, 1959?


Famous people born on August 23, 1959:

  • Edwyn Collins

    British guitarist, singer, and violinist, who was also the bandleader of "orange juice", a revered british group that was formed in 1977.

  • Bruno Chevillon

    French double bass jazz player.

  • Kidd Kraddick

    American radio host (b. 1959).

  • George Kalovelonis

    Greek tennis player and coach.

  • Mark Williams

    Actor.

  • Jorginho Putinatti
  • Quim
  • Mohamed Zran
  • John Adler
  • Juan Barbas
  • Norberto Mena
  • Peter Oppegard
  • Alberto Lorusso

Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:

  • River Phoenix
    River Phoenix

    River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.

  • Kobe Bryant
    Kobe Bryant

    Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Barbara Eden
    Barbara Eden

    American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.

  • Rita Pavone
    Rita Pavone

    Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.

  • Rick Springfield
    Rick Springfield

    An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.

  • Shelley Long
    Shelley Long

    American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.

  • Jay Mohr
    Jay Mohr

    American comedian, actor, and radio host.

  • Vera Miles
    Vera Miles

    American actress and model miss kansas 1948.

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August 23, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 64 years 7 months old,

or 775 months and 5 days old,

or 3370 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23594 days old,

if you were born on August 23, 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 23, 1959?

There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 23, 1959.

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August 23, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?

Famous deaths on August 23rd:

  • Rudolph Valentino
    Rudolph Valentino

    Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.

  • Lori Nelson
    Lori Nelson

    Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.

  • Brock Peters
    Brock Peters

    Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).

  • Kathleen Freeman
    Kathleen Freeman

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).

  • Adaria

    Renowned painter known for her abstract works.

  • Kinser

    Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.

  • John Kendrew

    British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...

  • Bruk Alemayehu

    Ethiopian politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

  • Bohden Poraj-Kosmider

    Polish military officer known for his service during World War II.

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August 23, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 23, 1959:

  • Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
  • Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
  • Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
  • RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
  • Roman festivals - Vulcanalia

Observances on August 23, 1959:

  • International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
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August 23, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 23, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 23, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1959 was A Big Hunk O' Love by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 23, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 23, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - A Big Hunk O' Love
  2. - There Goes My Baby
  3. - My Heart Is An Open Book
  4. - Lavender-Blue
  5. - Lonely Boy

August 23, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1959 was Living Doll by Cliff Richard & The Drifters, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 23, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 23, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Living Doll
  2. - Dream Lover
  3. - Battle Of New Orleans
  4. - Lipstick On Your Collar
  5. - Lonely Boy

August 23, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1959 was Thank You Pretty Baby by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

August 23, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 23, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Thank You Pretty Baby
  2. - What'd I Say (Part I & II)
  3. - There Goes My Baby
  4. - You're So Fine
  5. - There Is Something On Your Mind

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August 23, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 23, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

General Della Rovere

General Della Rovere

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Roberto Rossellini

Starring: Vittorio De Sica, Hannes Messemer, Sandra Milo, Giovanna Ralli

They Came to Cordura

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

The Crimson Kimono

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Samuel Fuller

Starring: Victoria Shaw, Glenn Corbett, James Shigeta, Anna Lee

But Not for Me

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

It Started with a Kiss

Release year: 1959

Directed by: George Marshall

Starring: Glenn Ford, Debbie Reynolds, Eva Gabor, Gustavo Rojo

August 23, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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

The Moonstone

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Reginald Barker

Blaulicht

Blaulicht

Release year: 1959

Snakes and Ladders

Snakes and Ladders

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Navneet Choujar

Wonderful World

Wonderful World

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Kalle Max Hofmann

Something in the City

Something in the City

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Maclean Rogers

August 23, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 23, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Twixt Twelve And Twenty by Pat Boone

Twixt Twelve And Twenty

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Mine Enemy Grows Older by Alexander King

Mine Enemy Grows Older

By:

Mine Enemy Gets Older

The Young Titan by F. Van Wyck Mason

The Young Titan

By:

A young warrior is history-fiction

Only In America by Harry Lewis Golden

Only In America

By:

Harry Lewis, Book by Golden

Advise And Consent by Allen Drury

Advise And Consent

By:

Advice and Consent

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Who was the US President on August 23, 1959?

On August 23, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 1959?

On August 23, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 23, 1959?

On August 23, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about August 23rd?

August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.

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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 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.

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Sunday August 23, 1959