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March 24, 1959 was the 83rd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is March 24, 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 24, 1959, who was born and died on March 24, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 24, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Venus by Frankie Avalon), movies (e.g. Al Capone, directed by Richard Wilson), TV series (e.g. Great Expectations) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 24th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 24, 1959?
- March 24, 1959: What happened on that day?
- March 24, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 24, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 24, 1959?
- March 24, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 24, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- March 24, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 24, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- March 24, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 24, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 24, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 24, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 24, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on March 24, 1959?
What day of the week was March 24, 1959?
March 24, 1959 was a Tuesday and it was the 83rd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 24, 1959 can also be written as 3/24/1959 in the US and as 24/3/1959 in UK and Europe.
March 24, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 24, 1959:
- Iraq withdraws from the baghdad pact.
March 24, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 24th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries 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 24, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 24, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 24th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 24, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 24, 1959 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 24, 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 24, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:18 pm and setting at 06:16 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 23, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.
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Who was born on March 24, 1959?
Famous people born on March 24, 1959:
- Derek Statham
English footballer.
- Emmit King
American sprinter.
- Renaldo Nehemiah
American hurdler (110m at 12.
- Consuelo Pinto
- Angelo Agostini
- Barry Horowitz
Whose famous birthday is on March 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 24th:
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Jessica ChastainJessica chastain is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as zero dark thirty and the help.
![R. Lee Ermey]()
R. Lee ErmeyR.
![Steve McQueen]()
Steve McQueenAmerican actor known for his tough-guy roles.
![Jim Parsons]()
Jim ParsonsAmerican film and television actor.
![Alyson Hannigan]()
Alyson HanniganAlyson hannigan is an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows buffy the vampire slayer and how i met your mother.
![Curtis Hanson]()
Curtis HansonAmerican screenwriter and producer of director films.
![Robert Carradine]()
Robert CarradineAmerican actor-producer.
![Tommy Trinder]()
Tommy TrinderBritish stand-up comedian who is ebullient and funny in movies, tv and radio.
![Joseph Barbera]()
Joseph BarberaAmerican cartoonist (born 1911).
![Peter Jacobson]()
Peter JacobsonAmerican actor.
March 24, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 65 years 1 month old,
or 781 months and 1 day old,
or 3396 weeks and 2 days old,
or 23774 days old,
if you were born on March 24, 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 24, 1959?
There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 24th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 24, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 24, 1959.
March 24, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 24, 1959:
- Carlo Hopf
What famous deaths happened on March 24th?
Famous deaths on March 24th:
![Richard Widmark]()
Richard WidmarkAmerican actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".
![Robert Culp]()
Robert CulpAmerican actor, stage, film, and television.
![Garry Shandling]()
Garry ShandlingAmerican comedian, writer, actor.
![John Hersey]()
John HerseyAmerican pulitzer prize-winning author hiroshima dies at the age of 78 (born in 1914).
![Sam Jaffe]()
Sam JaffeActor dr zorba ben casey dies from cancer at 93.
![Yvonne Mitchell]()
Yvonne MitchellWriter dies at 53.
- Julias Verne
French novelist known for his pioneering science fiction and adventure novels.
- Rim Banna
Palestinian singer known for her activism and cultural contributions.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 24th
March 24, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 24, 1959:
- World Tuberculosis Day [WHO]
- Ancient Latvia - Kazimiras Diena observed.
Observances on March 24, 1959:
- International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims
Saints celebrated on March 24, 1959:
- Saint Simeon (died 1475)
- Saint Catharine of Sweden ((died 1381)
March 24, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 24, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 23rd and March 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 24, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 24, 1959 was Venus by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week March 23rd and March 29th.
March 24, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 24, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 23rd and March 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Frankie Avalon - Venus
- The Coasters - Charlie Brown
- David Seville - Alvin's Harmonica
- Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
- Thomas Wayne - Tragedy
March 24, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 24, 1959 was As I Love You by Shirley Bassey, according to the music chart for the week March 23rd and March 29th.
March 24, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 24, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 23rd and March 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shirley Bassey - As I Love You
- The Platters - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
- Russ Conway - Side Saddle
- Slim Dusty - A Pub With No Beer
- Chris Barber's Jazz Band - Petite Fleur
March 24, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 24, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 23rd and March 29th.
March 24, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 24, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 23rd and March 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
- LaVern Baker - I Cried A Tear
- The Coasters - Charlie Brown
- Lloyd Price - Stagger Lee
- Jackie Wilson - Lonely Teardrops
March 24, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 24, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Al Capone
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Richard Wilson
Starring: Rod Steiger, Martin Balsam, Fay Spain, James Gregory
Country: United States of America
Gidget
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: Sandra Dee, James Darren, Cliff Robertson, Arthur O'Connell
Country: United States of America
Stalingrad: Dogs, Do You Want to Live Forever?
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Frank Wisbar
Starring: Joachim Hansen, Wilhelm Borchert, Wolfgang Preiss, Carl Lange
Archimède, le clochard
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Gilles Grangier
Starring: Jean Gabin, Darry Cowl, Bernard Blier, Dora Doll
The Lonely Sex
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Richard Hilliard
Starring: Leon Benedict, Mary Gonzalez, Karl Light, Jean Evans
March 24, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 24, 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:
Great Expectations
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron
Lili
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Charles Walters
Border Patrol
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Steven Rosenbaum
The Scarf
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Neil Willoughby
As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Hardy Martins
March 24, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 24, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Wedemeyer Reports!
By: General Albert C. Wedemeyer
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.
Nautilus 90 North
By: William R. Anderson
The first transpolar submarine journey from the Pacific Ocean into the Atlantic was commanded by the commander of the Nautilus. He relates the tension and excitement of the journey to the North Pole.
Nine Coaches Waiting
By: Mary Stewart
In this haunting suspense novel, a governess at a French chateau discovers a plot to end her young pupil's life.
Who was the US President on March 24, 1959?
On March 24, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 24, 1959?
On March 24, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on March 24, 1959?
On March 24, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about March 24th?
March 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:
- 2019 - War in afghanistan (2001 to present): ten children and three adults are killed in an american airstrike in afghanistan on saturday morning. according to preliminary findings of the united nations assistance mission, afghanistan, the family was forced from their home due to the conflict.
- 2018 - Terrorism in egypt: as a motorcade with the head of security in alexandria, egypt passes by, a bomb placed beneath a car explodes, killing at least two persons.
- 2017 - Insurgency in north caucasus: six chechen soldiers and six militants are killed in an attack at night on a russian national guard station in chechnya.
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.
