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May 27, 1959 was the 147th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 27, 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 May 27, 1959, who was born and died on May 27, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 27, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison), movies (e.g. Face of a Fugitive, directed by Paul Wendkos), TV series (e.g. For Love Or Money) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 27th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 27, 1959?
- May 27, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 27, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 27, 1959?
- May 27, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 27, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- May 27, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 27, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- May 27, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 27, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 27, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 27, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 27, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on May 27, 1959?
What day of the week was May 27, 1959?
May 27, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 147th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 27, 1959 can also be written as 5/27/1959 in the US and as 27/5/1959 in UK and Europe.
May 27, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 27th is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 27, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 27, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 27th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 27, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 27, 1959 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 27, 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 May 27, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 12:08 am and setting at 12:01 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 22, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1959.
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Who was born on May 27, 1959?
Famous people born on May 27, 1959:
- Donna Strickland
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2018 for her work on chirped pulse amplification.
- Daniel Croteau
American homicide victim.
- Vincenzo Pesce
- Ljudmyla Rogožyna
- Tony Collins
- Paolo Gulisano
Whose famous birthday is on May 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 27th:
![Henry Kissinger]()
Henry KissingerGerman-american official in government, advisor, negotiator, and secretary of state under president nixon.
![Christopher Lee]()
Christopher LeeAmerican actor, who gained a large following after the films "curse of frankenstein" in 1957 and "dracula" one year later.
![Chris Colfer]()
Chris ColferChris colfer is an american actor best known for his role as kurt hummel on the television series glee.
![Alain Souchon]()
Alain SouchonFrench pop singer, songwriter, and actor (mother) of swiss descent was born in morocco.
![Joseph Fiennes]()
Joseph FiennesBritish actor.
![Paul Bettany]()
Paul BettanyPaul bettany is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as a beautiful mind, the da vinci code, and the marvel cinematic...
![Vincent Price]()
Vincent PriceAmerican actor and author, best known for his elegantly sophisticated roles in horror.
![Lily-Rose Depp]()
Lily-Rose DeppFrench-american actress and model.
![Cilla Black]()
Cilla BlackBritish tv host and singer.
![Rachel Carson]()
Rachel CarsonAmerican marine biologist employed in the u.s.
May 27, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 10 months old,
or 778 months and 23 days old,
or 3386 weeks and 2 days old,
or 23704 days old,
if you were born on May 27, 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 May 27, 1959?
There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 27, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 27, 1959.
May 27, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on May 27th?
Famous deaths on May 27th:
![Jeff Conaway]()
Jeff ConawayAmerican actor, aged ten, in the broadway musical "all the way home".
![Jeffrey Hunter]()
Jeffrey HunterActor christopher pike-star trek cage, dies at 43.
![Paul Gleason]()
Paul GleasonAmerican actor (b. 1939).
![Bill Pertwee]()
Bill PertweeEnglish actor (b. 1926).
![Mary Philbin]()
Mary PhilbinAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Ruth McDevitt]()
Ruth McDevittActress (jo all in the family), died at 80.
- Maurice Richards
Legendary ice hockey player known for his scoring prowess.
- Calvyn MacLeod
Key figure in the Protestant Reformation in Scotland.
- Jozeph Roth
Austrian novelist famous for 'The Radetzky March'.
- Amun Nehru
Indian independence activist and political leader.
May 27, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 27, 1959:
- Eutropius
- Mother's Day in Bolivia (Dfa de la Madre)
- Bruno, Bishop of Wnrzburg
- Hildebert
- Pope John I
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Venerable Bede
- Lag Ba'omer in Judaism (2005)
- Children's Day in Nigeria
Saints celebrated on May 27, 1959:
- Saint Julius the Veteran
May 27, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 27, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 25th and May 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 27, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 27, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 27, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 27, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
- Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
- The Impalas - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
- Edward Byrnes - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)
May 27, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 27, 1959 was A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 27, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 27, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
- Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
- Russ Conway - Side Saddle
- Marty Wilde - Donna
- Ricky Nelson - It's Late
May 27, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 27, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 27, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 27, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Personality
- Brook Benton - Endlessly
- The Fiestas - So Fine
- Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
May 27, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 27, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Face of a Fugitive
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: Fred MacMurray, Lin McCarthy, Dorothy Green, Alan Baxter
The Gunfight at Dodge City
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Joseph M. Newman
Starring: Joel McCrea, Julie Adams, John McIntire, Nancy Gates
Look Back in Anger
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Tony Richardson
Starring: Richard Burton, Claire Bloom, Mary Ure, Edith Evans
It Happened to Jane
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Richard Quine
Starring: Doris Day, Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs, Steve Forrest
The Wild and the Innocent
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Jack Sher
Starring: Audie Murphy, Joanne Dru, Gilbert Roland, Jim Backus
May 27, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 27, 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:
For Love or Money
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Mark Murphy
Brenner
Release year: 1959
Heidi
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Daniel Ray
Focus
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Great Expectations
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron
May 27, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 27, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Ugly American
By: William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick
This multi-million-copy bestseller is the one that gave rise to the term "tragic American blunders abroad". The episode that gives the book its name is Homer Atkins. He's a simple and plain-spoken man who was sent by the U.S.
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.
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
Lady Chatterly'S Lover
By: D.H. Lawrence
Lady Chatterly's lover by D.H.Lawrence Easton Press 1975 This book is in mint condition and has never been read.
Who was the US President on May 27, 1959?
On May 27, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 27, 1959?
On May 27, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 27, 1959?
On May 27, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 27th?
May 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of May. 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 May 27th, such as:
- 2019 - Four french police officers were arrested in connection to the bombing that occurred in lyon's historic center last friday, resulting in 13 injuries. the investigation is being led by anti-terrorist prosecutors. denis broliquier, the district mayor, said that the bomb was too weak to be effective in killing. the attack has not been claimed by anyone.
- 2018 - Politics in japan: yasuhiro nagasone, former japanese prime minister, celebrates his 100th birthday.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 18 people were killed and six others injured by a car bomb blast in khost, eastern afghanistan.
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 May 1959?
May 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
