Friday May 29, 1959: on this day

About May 29th, 1959, in brief:

  • Historical events: Charles de Gaulle forms French Government.
  • Day of the week: May 29th, 1959 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Cameron Boyce, Danny Elfman
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison
  • #1 UK song: A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley
  • Popular movie: Face of a Fugitive directed by Paul Wendkos

More about May 29th, 1959? See below for more news and curiosities on May 29th, 1959.

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What day of the week was May 29, 1959?


May 29, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 149th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 29, 1959 can also be written as 5/29/1959 in the US and as 29/5/1959 in UK and Europe.

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May 29, 1959: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 29, 1959:

  • Charles de gaulle forms french government.

May 29, 1959: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 29, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th 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 29, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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May 29, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 29, 1959 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 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 29, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 01:20 am and setting at 02:01 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 29, 1959?


Famous people born on May 29, 1959:

  • Rupert Everett
    Rupert Everett

    He is a british homosexual actor.

  • Adrian Paul
    Adrian Paul

    British actor seen in "the highlanders" tv series.

  • Maribel Guardia
    Maribel Guardia

    Soap opera actress.

  • Mel Gaynor

    English drummer.

  • Steve Hanley

    Irish-english bass player/songwriter (the fall, tom hingley and the lovers).

  • Meg Wolitzer

    Writer.

  • Tamayo Otsuki

    Actress (mrs yamagami yamagami-davis rules).

  • Mel Gaynor in Glasgow

    Scotland's rock drummer (simple minds, "water front").

  • Pirkko Hämäläinen

    Finnish actress.

  • Wendy Quirk
  • Claudio Scannavini
  • Reimund Dietzen
  • Jacques Commères
  • Steve Gatting
  • Felipe Pigna

Whose famous birthday is on May 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 29th:

  • Cameron Boyce
    Cameron Boyce

    Cameron boyce was an american actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.

  • Danny Elfman
    Danny Elfman

    Danny elfman is a composer known for his work on numerous film scores, including those for tim burton's movies such as 'batman' and 'edward...

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Melanie Brown
    Melanie Brown

    English actress and musician (spice girls).

  • Kelen Coleman
    Kelen Coleman

    Kelen Coleman is an American actress and writer known for her roles in television shows such as The Newsroom and The Big Bang Theory.

  • Laura Bailey
    Laura Bailey

    Laura bailey is an american actress known for her work in voice acting, particularly for her roles in video games such as the last of us...

  • Annette Bening
    Annette Bening

    Annette bening is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as american beauty, the kids are all right, and being...

  • Riley Keough
    Riley Keough

    American daughter of a prominent family, she was the first grandchild of elvis presley's late father, danny keough.

  • Melissa Etheridge
    Melissa Etheridge

    American singer, songwriter, and rock star.

  • Bob Hope
    Bob Hope

    An english comedian and entertainer, he is a star who is known for his quick-witted quips on current events and for his tours around the...

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How old is someone born on May 29, 1959?


Someone born on May 29, 1959 is:

65 years and 6 days old,

or 780 months and 6 days old,

or 3392 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23748 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 1959?

There are 359 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 29, 1959.

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May 29, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 29, 1959:

  • Ranieri di Campello

What famous deaths happened on May 29th?

Famous deaths on May 29th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Romy Schneider
    Romy Schneider

    Internationally known german actress.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Mary Pickford
    Mary Pickford

    Canadian-american actress.

  • Gavin MacLeod
    Gavin MacLeod

    American actor best known for his roles in the tv series "the mary tyler moore show" (1970-1977) and "the love boat” (1977-87).

  • Betsy Palmer
    Betsy Palmer

    Betsy palmer was an american actress best known for her role as mrs.

  • Fanny Brice
    Fanny Brice

    American comedian, genius at caricature and humor.

  • Coral Browne
    Coral Browne

    Australian actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • John Barrymore
    John Barrymore

    American minor actor claimed to be the unborn son of john barrymore.

  • Eugenie Besserer
    Eugenie Besserer

    Actress anna christie, madame x, dies at 65.

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May 29, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 29, 1959:

  • Nigeria: Democracy Day.
  • United Kingdom: Oak Apple Day.
  • Venezuela: Tree Day.
  • Argentina: Army Day.
  • Blessed Adhemar
  • Bahá'f Faith: Ascension of Bahá'u'llah.

Observances on May 29, 1959:

  • International Day of UN Peacekeepers

Saints celebrated on May 29, 1959:

  • Saint Theodosia
  • Saint Erwin
  • Saint Maximinus of Trier
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May 29, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 29, 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 29, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

May 29, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 29, 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:

  1. - Kansas City
  2. - The Battle Of New Orleans
  3. - Dream Lover
  4. - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
  5. - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)

May 29, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 29, 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 29, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 29, 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:

  1. - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
  2. - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  3. - Side Saddle
  4. - Donna
  5. - It's Late

May 29, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 29, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

May 29, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 29, 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:

  1. - Kansas City
  2. - Personality
  3. - Endlessly
  4. - So Fine
  5. - That's Why (I Love You So)

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May 29, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 29, 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 29, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 29, 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 29, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 29, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Mine Enemy Grows Older by Alexander King

Mine Enemy Grows Older

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Mine Enemy Gets Older

Only In America by Harry Lewis Golden

Only In America

By:

Harry Lewis, Book by Golden

Dear And Glorious Physician by Taylor Caldwell

Dear And Glorious Physician

By:

The famous novel about the triumphant story that St. Luke tells. Scientist and Gospel writer. While St. Luke is today best known for writing the third Gospel of New Testament, two thousand years ago, he was Lucanus. He was a …

The Middle Age Of Mrs. Eliot by Angus Wilson

The Middle Age Of Mrs. Eliot

By:

Meg Eliot, the wife of a successful barrister, has a beautiful home in Westminster and hosts cocktail parties as well as a number of charitable committees.

The Status Seekers by Vance Packard

The Status Seekers

By:

"An explosive exploration into class behavior in America and hidden barriers that impact you, your community and your future."

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Who was the US President on May 29, 1959?

On May 29, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 29, 1959?

On May 29, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 29, 1959?

On May 29, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about May 29th?

May 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th 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 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - T-series, an indian film production company and record label, has reached 100 million subscribers to its most-subscribed youtube channel.
  • 2018 - 2018 liege attack: three people are killed, including two officers from the belgian police, in liege. four officers were also injured in the shooting. police later killed the gunman who took a female hostage.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: philippine forces continue fighting maute militants for marawi.

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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 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.

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