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October 01, 1959 was the 274th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 01, 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 October 01, 1959, who was born and died on October 01, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 01, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Sleep Walk by Santo and Johnny), movies (e.g. Odds Against Tomorrow, directed by Robert Wise), TV series (e.g. Spotlight) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 1st, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 01, 1959?
- October 01, 1959: What happened on that day?
- October 01, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 01, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 01, 1959?
- October 01, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 01, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- October 01, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 01, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- October 01, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 01, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 01, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 01, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on October 01, 1959?
What day of the week was October 01, 1959?
October 01, 1959 was a Thursday and it was the 274th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 01, 1959 can also be written as 10/1/1959 in the US and as 1/10/1959 in UK and Europe.
October 01, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 01, 1959:
- 1st world series since 1948 not to feature a new york team (la vs. chic)
October 01, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 1st is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 01, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 01, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 1st, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 01, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 01, 1959 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 01, 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 October 01, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:43 am and setting at 06:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 17, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1959.
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Who was born on October 01, 1959?
Famous people born on October 01, 1959:
- Youssou N'Dour
Senegalese actor, singer and politician.
- Eric Alver
American stand-up comedian from the midwest, known for his slapstick.
- Cay Horstmann
Renowned computer scientist known for his work in Java programming language.
- Brian P. Cleary
American author and poet.
- Mark Aizlewood
Manager and footballer from wales.
- Lisa Gordenstein
Tjx companies' american employee, lisa, was killed in the accident that occurred on american airlines flight 11 as it crashed into new...
- Donato Iacovone
- Kurt Jørgensen
- Marcos Alonso Peña
- Giuseppe Paolo Maria Grasso
- Rogério Gonçalves
- Zufer Avdija
- Evgenij Grišin
- Nito Artaza
Whose famous birthday is on October 1st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 1st:
![Jimmy Carter]()
Jimmy CarterAmerican politician and 39th president of united states, was sworn in on 1/20/1977.
![Brie Larson]()
Brie LarsonBrie larson is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as 'room' and 'captain marvel'.
![Zach Galifianakis]()
Zach GalifianakisZach galifianakis is an american comedian and actor known for his roles in the hangover movie series and his comedic talk show between two...
![Hakeem Kae-Kazim]()
Hakeem Kae-KazimNigerian-born actor known for his roles in various films and TV series.
![Julie Andrews]()
Julie AndrewsBritish-american singer and actress with a four-octave range.
![Jeane Manson]()
Jeane MansonAmerican singer, model, and actress living in france.
![Philippe Noiret]()
Philippe NoiretFrench actor, both on tv and in film.
![Matthew Daddario]()
Matthew DaddarioMatthew daddario is a tv actor known for his role as alec lightwood in the tv series shadowhunters.
![Stella Stevens]()
Stella StevensStella stevens is an american actress, known for her roles in films such as 'the poseidon adventure' and 'the nutty professor'.
![Randy Quaid]()
Randy QuaidRandy quaid is an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'national lampoon's vacation' and 'independence day'.
October 01, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 6 months old,
or 774 months and 22 days old,
or 3368 weeks and 5 days old,
or 23581 days old,
if you were born on October 01, 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 October 01, 1959?
There are 161 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 1st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 01, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 01, 1959.
October 01, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 01, 1959:
- Teale Leonard
American poet and essayist associated with the New York School of poetry.
- Enrico De Nicola
Jurist, journalist, politician and provisional head of state for republican italy between 1946 and 1948.
- Elena Săcălici
- José Humberto Paparoni
What famous deaths happened on October 1st?
Famous deaths on October 1st:
![Giuliano Gemma]()
Giuliano GemmaGiuliano gemma was an italian actor known for his roles in spaghetti western films such as a pistol for ringo and day of anger.
- Richard Avedon
American photographer, best known for his commercial fashion photography and portraits that have an immediate emotional impact.
- Gamble Rogers
Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting.
- Idonia Glaser
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Loui Leakey
Renowned for discoveries of early human fossils in East Africa.
- Fount Leakey
Known for significant fossil discoveries in Africa.
- Dierre Corneille
French playwright who is considered one of the founders of French tragedy and a pioneer of the Neoclassical movement in theater.
- Spyridon Marinatos
Renowned Greek archaeologist known for his excavations at Akrotiri on the island of Santorini.
- Reathel Bean
Former MLB pitcher known for his successful career with the Boston Red Sox.
- Macdonald Critchley
Renowned neurologist known for his work on brain disorders.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 1st
October 01, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 01, 1959:
- Singapore - Children's Day
- Also see October 1 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- World Vegetarian Day
- French Republican Calendar - Cuve (Barrel) Day, tenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Tuvalu - Independence Day (from Gilbert Islands (Kiribati), 1975)
- San Marino - two Captains Regent, elected by parliament, take office for six months.
- Nigeria - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)
- People's Republic of China - National Day (1949)
- RC Church - Feast days of Saint ThTrFse de Lisieux; formerly of Saint Bavo and Saint Remigius
- Republic of Cyprus - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)
Observances on October 01, 1959:
- International Day of Older Persons
October 01, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 01, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 28th and October 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 01, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 01, 1959 was Sleep Walk by Santo and Johnny, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 01, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 01, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Santo and Johnny - Sleep Walk
- Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
- The Browns - The Three Bells
- The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You
- Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married
October 01, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 01, 1959 was Only Sixteen by Craig Douglas, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 01, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 01, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Craig Douglas - Only Sixteen
- Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Living Doll
- Jerry Keller - Here Comes Summer
- Paul Anka - Lonely Boy
- Russ Conway - China Tea
October 01, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 01, 1959 was I'm Gonna Get Married by Lloyd Price, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 01, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 01, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married
- The Coasters - Poison Ivy
- Phil Phillips With The Twilights - Sea Of Love
- Fats Domino - I Want To Walk You Home
- Johnny And The Hurricanes - Red River Rock
October 01, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 01, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Odds Against Tomorrow
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Robert Wise
Starring: Harry Belafonte, Robert Ryan, Gloria Grahame, Shelley Winters
Pillow Talk
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Michael Gordon
Starring: Rock Hudson, Doris Day, Tony Randall, Thelma Ritter
Country: United States of America
The Best of Everything
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Jean Negulesco
Starring: Hope Lange, Stephen Boyd, Suzy Parker, Martha Hyer
4D Man
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr.
Starring: Robert Lansing, Lee Meriwether, James Congdon, Robert Strauss
Le chemin des écoliers
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Michel Boisrond
Starring: Françoise Arnoul, Bourvil, Lino Ventura, Alain Delon
October 01, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 01, 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:
Spotlight
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Tom McCarthy
Dennis the Menace
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Nick Castle
Five Fingers
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Kevin Barker
The Dennis O'Keefe Show
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Abby Berlin
Tell It to the Marines
Release year: 1959
Directed by: George Roy Hill
October 01, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 01, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Devil'S Advocate
By: Morris L. West
The Vatican sends a terminally ill English priest to Italy to investigate the story of a local hero, reputed miracle worker, and to inquire into his life.
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.
The Status Seekers
By: Vance Packard
"An explosive exploration into class behavior in America and hidden barriers that impact you, your community and your future."
The Thirteenth Apostle
By: Eugene Vale
Los Angeles Times: This is what great novels are made of. . . This book is powerful and important. "This
Who was the US President on October 01, 1959?
On October 01, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1959?
On October 01, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 01, 1959?
On October 01, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about October 1st?
October 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of October. 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 October 1st, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 eastern euphrates missile strike by iran: iran launches six ballistic missiles from its territory at isil targets in eastern syria near the euphrates river valley. this is in response to the ahvaz military parade.
- 2017 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: houthi forces claim that they have taken down an american mq-9 reaper drone above the yemeni capital sana'a. saba news agency footage appears to show people gathered around the aircraft's wreckage.
- 2016 - Yemeni civil war: houthi forces launch rockets that reportedly hit hsv-2 swift, which is a military vessel belonging the united arab emirates navy. it was reportedly destroyed off the coast yemen near the strategically important port of mokha in the red sea. (reuters),
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 October 1959?
October 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
