Monday February 02, 1959: on this day

February 02, 1959 was the 33rd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is February 02, 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 February 02, 1959, who was born and died on February 02, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 02, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Smoke Gets In Your Eyes by The Platters), movies (e.g. House on Haunted Hill, directed by William Castle, Rosemary Horvath), TV series (e.g. The Scarf) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 2nd, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 02, 1959?


February 02, 1959 was a Monday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

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

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February 02, 1959: What happened on that day?


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

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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

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

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on February 2nd, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


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The moon phase on February 02, 1959 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 02, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 02:14 am and setting at 01:25 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1959.

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Who was born on February 02, 1959?


Famous people born on February 02, 1959:

  • Dexter Manley

    Former NFL player turned sports commentator.

  • Mike Tice

    Coach.

  • Gabriella Golia

    Italian tv announcer, host, and actress.

  • Hella Sinnen

    German comedian and television host.

  • Maurice Leroy
  • Lenine (musician)
  • Kevin Robertson
  • Stefano Scansani
  • Michael Wachtler
  • Franklin Edwards
  • Pieralfonso Fratta Pasini
  • Gilbert Armea Garcera
  • Hubertus von Hohenlohe
  • Clarence Kea
  • Lenine
  • Eduardo Tamayo Barrena
  • Ildefonso Falcones

Whose famous birthday is on February 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 2nd:

  • Gale Gordon
    Gale Gordon

    Gale gordon was an american actor known for his roles in television and radio, particularly for his work on the lucy show and here's lucy.

  • Gemma Arterton
    Gemma Arterton

    Gemma arterton is a british actress known for her roles in blockbuster films such as 'quantum of solace' and 'prince of persia: the sands of...

  • David Jason
    David Jason

    British comedian, jason is featured on tv's "open all hours" and the "only fools and horses" tv series.

  • Jascha Heifetz
    Jascha Heifetz

    Lithuanian-american musician, who was world-famous for his solo playing with all the great orchestras around the globe.

  • Stan Getz
    Stan Getz

    Philadelphia, pennsylvania -- jazz tenor saxophonist (benny goodman and jimmy dorsey).

  • Ina Garten
    Ina Garten

    American tv personality and author.

  • Abba Eban
    Abba Eban

    Israeli politician and diplomat, as well as a scholar of hebrew and arabic languages.

  • Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch

    American actress with a varied and long career.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jennifer Westfeldt
    Jennifer Westfeldt

    American screenwriter and actress.

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February 02, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 65 years 1 month old,

or 781 months and 17 days old,

or 3398 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23787 days old,

if you were born on February 02, 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 February 02, 1959?

There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 2nd 2025.

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

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

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


Famous people died on February 02, 1959:

  • Clelia Garibaldi
  • Guglielmo Visocchi
  • Alexander Rueb
  • Toni Egger
  • Francesco De Robertis

What famous deaths happened on February 2nd?

Famous deaths on February 2nd:

  • Boris Karloff
    Boris Karloff

    Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in...

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Anna May Wong
    Anna May Wong

    Actress (thief in baghdad), passes away at 56.

  • Wendy Barrie
    Wendy Barrie

    British-american actress.

  • Barry Morse
    Barry Morse

    Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1918).

  • Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence

    Donald pleasence was an english actor known for his role as dr.

  • Bob Elliott
    Bob Elliott

    Bob elliott was an american comedian known for his work as one half of the comedy duo bob and ray.

  • Vijay Arora
    Vijay Arora

    Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

  • Bert Parks
    Bert Parks

    American actor, singer, television personality; miss america telecast presenter (b. 1914).

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


Holidays on February 02, 1959:

  • Ancient Latvia - Veja Diena observed.
  • St. Adelbald
  • Catholicism - Candlemas, The Presentation of the Lord, The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, World Day for Consecrated Life (also February 3 in the United States).
  • United States and Canada - Groundhog Day.
  • Scotland - A quarter day in the Christian calendar (due to Candlemas).
  • Paganism - Imbolc (in northern hemisphere), Lughnasadh (in southern hemisphere).
  • Czech Republic - Hromnice.
  • St. Cornelius
  • France - CrOpe Day.

Observances on February 02, 1959:

  • World Wetlands Day
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February 02, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 02, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 2nd and February 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1959 was Smoke Gets In Your Eyes by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

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

The music chart in the USA on February 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 2nd and February 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  2. - The All American Boy
  3. - Donna
  4. - 16 Candles
  5. - Stagger Lee

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

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1959 was One Night / I Got Stung by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

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

The music chart in the UK on February 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 2nd and February 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Night / I Got Stung
  2. - As I Love You
  3. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  4. - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavour (On The Bedpost Overnight)
  5. - Kiss Me Honey Honey Kiss Me

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

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1959 was Try Me by James Brown And The Famous Flames, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

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

The R&B music chart on February 02, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 2nd and February 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Try Me
  2. - Stagger Lee
  3. - Lonely Teardrops
  4. - 16 Candles
  5. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

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

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

House on Haunted Hill

House on Haunted Hill

Release year: 1959

Directed by: William Castle, Rosemary Horvath

Starring: Vincent Price, Carol Ohmart, Richard Long, Alan Marshal

Country: United States of America

Ride Lonesome

Ride Lonesome

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Budd Boetticher

Starring: Randolph Scott, Karen Steele, Pernell Roberts, James Best

The Journey

The Journey

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Anatole Litvak

Starring: Deborah Kerr, Yul Brynner, Jason Robards, Robert Morley

Country: United States of America

Die Halbzarte

Die Halbzarte

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Rolf Thiele

Starring: Romy Schneider, Carlos Thompson, Magda Schneider, Josef Meinrad

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Clyde Geronimi

Starring: Mary Costa, Bill Shirley, Eleanor Audley, Verna Felton

Country: United States of America

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

The most popular TV Series on February 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:

The Scarf

The Scarf

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Neil Willoughby

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Hardy Martins

Face to Face

Face to Face

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Lou Antonio

The Third Man

The Third Man

Release year: 1959

Starring: Michael Rennie, Jonathan Harris

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

All Aboard

All Aboard

Release year: 1958

Directed by: Fred Levine

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

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

Around The World With Auntie Mame by Patrick Dennis

Around The World With Auntie Mame

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Encore, Encore! Encore, Encore! . .

The King Must Die by Mary Renault

The King Must Die

By:

This is the story of Theosus, mythical hero, who was slayer of monsters and abductor of princesses. He also became the king of Athens. These pages show him as a well-defined personality, brave, aggressive, and quick.

The New Testament In Modern English by J.B. Phillips

The New Testament In Modern English

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The New Testament In Modern English was published in 1958 and is one of the most lively and dynamic translations ever to appear in print. Phillips' translation of Holy Scripture into modern English is easy to understand and powerful for …

Beloved Infidel by Sheilah Graham and Gerold Frank

Beloved Infidel

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This classic memoir is a combination of autobiography, love story and literary history. It is F. Scott Fitzgerald's "best portrait" to date.

The Coming Of The New Deal by Arthur Meier Schlesinger Jr.

The Coming Of The New Deal

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This book, Volume 2, in Schlesinger’s Age of Roosevelt series, describes Roosevelt's first turbulent years in the White House.

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Who was the US President on February 02, 1959?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on February 02, 1959?

On February 02, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about February 2nd?

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

  • 2019 - Moro conflict: patikul and sulu shootout: five soldiers, three militants, and several other people were killed in an attack in patikul (sulu), in the philippines.
  • 2018 - Relations china-united kingdom: in the midst of perceived erosion in freedoms in hong kong and britain, prime minister theresa may ends a three-day visit in china. it is estimated that there were ps9 billion worth of trade agreements.
  • 2017 - Relations between georgia and the european union: the european parliament unanimously approved visa-free schengen for georgia.

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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 February 1959?

February 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1959 calendar looked like.

Monday February 2, 1959