Thursday July 02, 1959: on this day

About July 2nd, 1959, in brief:

  • Historical events: Plan 9 From Outer Space, one of the worse films ever, premieres
  • Day of the week: July 2nd, 1959 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Lindsay Lohan, Alex Morgan
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • #1 US song: The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton
  • #1 UK song: Roulette by Russ Conway
  • Popular movie: The Mouse That Roared directed by Jack Arnold

More about July 2nd, 1959? See below for more news and curiosities on July 2nd, 1959.

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What day of the week was July 02, 1959?


July 02, 1959 was a Thursday and it was the 183rd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 02, 1959 can also be written as 7/2/1959 in the US and as 2/7/1959 in UK and Europe.

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July 02, 1959: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 02, 1959:

  • Plan 9 from outer space, one of the worse films ever, premieres
  • Prince albert marries princess paola in brussels
  • Prince albert of belgium marries italian donna paola ruffo di calabria.

July 02, 1959: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 02, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 2nd is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 02, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 02, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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July 02, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 02, 1959 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 02, 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 July 02, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 03:05 am and setting at 06:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1959.

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Who was born on July 02, 1959?


Famous people born on July 02, 1959:

  • Zsofia Rakovszky

    Influential Hungarian playwright known for her thought-provoking works.

  • Wendy B Lawrence in Jacksonville

    Florida, usa; us navy lieutenant command/astronaut.

  • Eduardo Bengoechea

    Argentina -- tennis star.

  • Hoogie Drexler

    Jockey.

  • Mike Hallett

    English snooker player.

  • Wendy B Lawrence
  • Francisco Ernandi Lima da Silva
  • Erwin Olaf
  • TheofanÄ«s Theofanous
  • Emanuele Bombini
  • Cristian Diaconescu
  • Stefan Fernholm

Whose famous birthday is on July 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 2nd:

  • Lindsay Lohan
    Lindsay Lohan

    American actress, singer-songwriter, model, director, and producer.

  • Alex Morgan
    Alex Morgan

    Alex morgan is a professional soccer player known for her success with the united states women's national soccer team and her club teams, as...

  • Ashley Tisdale
    Ashley Tisdale

    Ashley tisdale is an american singer and actress known for her roles in the high school musical series and her music career.

  • Margot Robbie
    Margot Robbie

    Margot robbie is an australian actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the wolf of wall street' and 'suicide squad'.

  • Charles Laughton
    Charles Laughton

    Charles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...

  • Line Renaud
    Line Renaud

    French star with legendary successes in every aspect of show business.

  • Larry David
    Larry David

    Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (fridays) / writer (seinfeld).

  • Michelle Branch
    Michelle Branch

    American singer (the wreckers).

  • Kathryn Erbe
    Kathryn Erbe

    American actress, best known for her role in det.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

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How old is someone born on July 02, 1959?


Someone born on July 02, 1959 is:

64 years 11 months old,

or 779 months and 2 days old,

or 3387 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23714 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 02, 1959?

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 2nd 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 02, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 02, 1959.

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July 02, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 02, 1959:

  • Robert Burnett

What famous deaths happened on July 2nd?

Famous deaths on July 2nd:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Betty Grable
    Betty Grable

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Lee Remick
    Lee Remick

    Actress (days of wine & roses), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 55.

  • Beverly Sills
    Beverly Sills

    American singer.

  • Fred Gwynne
    Fred Gwynne

    American comedian and actor (born 1926).

  • Elizabeth Spriggs
    Elizabeth Spriggs

    English actress and screenwriter (b. 1929).

  • Jan Murray
    Jan Murray

    Bronx, new york -- comedian - (treasure hunt: who killed teddy bear?.

  • Frances Howard
    Frances Howard

    Actress (swan and shock punch), died at 73.

  • Mayjor Hemingway

    Iconic writer known for his impactful prose and storytelling.

  • Joseff Hemingway

    Iconic American novelist and short story writer.

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July 02, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 02, 1959:

  • Feast Day of St. John Regis
  • Originally, in the Roman Catholic Church, the Feast of the Visitation was celebrated on this day, although it has since been transferred to May 31
  • Palio di Provenzano in Siena, Italy
  • Canada Day. Under the Holidays Act, Canada Day is always observed on July 1 unless that date falls on a Sunday, in which case it is observed on July 2.
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July 02, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 02, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 29th and July 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 02, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 02, 1959 was The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton, according to the music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

July 02, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 29th and July 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

July 02, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 02, 1959 was Roulette by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

July 02, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 29th and July 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Roulette
  2. - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
  3. - Dream Lover
  4. - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  5. - I've Waited So Long

July 02, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 02, 1959 was Personality by Lloyd Price and His Orchestra, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 29th and July 5th.

July 02, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 29th and July 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Personality
  2. - Kansas City
  3. - The Battle Of New Orleans
  4. - Dream Lover
  5. - So Fine

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July 02, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 02, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Mouse That Roared

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jack Arnold

Starring: Peter Sellers, Jean Seberg, William Hartnell, David Kossoff

Country: United States of America

A Hole in the Head

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Frank Capra

Starring: Frank Sinatra, Edward G. Robinson, Eleanor Parker, Carolyn Jones

Country: United States of America

The Legend of Tom Dooley

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Ted Post

Starring: Michael Landon, Jo Morrow, Jack Hogan, Richard Rust

The Alligator People

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Roy Del Ruth

Starring: Beverly Garland, Bruce Bennett, Lon Chaney Jr., George Macready

Last Train from Gun Hill

Release year: 1959

Directed by: John Sturges

Starring: Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, Carolyn Jones, Earl Holliman

Country: United States of America

July 02, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 02, 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:

Something in the City

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Maclean Rogers

Long Shot

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

For Better or Worse

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jason Alexander

For Love or Money

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Mark Murphy

Brenner

Release year: 1959

July 02, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 02, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The House Of Intellect by Jacques Barzun

The House Of Intellect

By:

House Of Intellect, The by Barzun and Jacques

Elizabeth The Great by Elizabeth Jenkins

Elizabeth The Great

By:

This is a fascinating study of the Queen's and her court, their daily lives, concerns, topics for conversation, meals, living conditions, travels and successes, that places them in the historical context of 16th century.

The Watch That Ends The Night by Hugh MacLennan

The Watch That Ends The Night

By:

George and Catherine Stewart share the burden of Catherine Stewart's heart disease. This could lead to her death at any moment.

Only In America by Harry Lewis Golden

Only In America

By:

Harry Lewis, Book by Golden

Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart

Nine Coaches Waiting

By:

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

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Who was the US President on July 02, 1959?

On July 02, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 02, 1959?

On July 02, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 02, 1959?

On July 02, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about July 2nd?

July 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of July. 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 July 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs and gunmen were used by islamist militants to attack the niger armed forces base in inates, close to the border with mali. they killed 18 soldiers. they also kidnapped four nigerien soldiers, and stole dozens more vehicles.
  • 2018 - Crossing the ditch. scott donaldson, a new zealander, becomes the first solo kayaker who successfully crosses the tasman sea. after 62 days at sea, donaldson landed at ngamotu beach in new plymouth at 8.44 pm local time (08.44 utc).
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attack damascus killing at least 21 and injuring 12 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 July 1959?

July 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

Discover how July 1959 calendar looked like.

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