Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 6th, 1958 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for January 06, 1958What happened on Monday, January 6, 1958?
About January 6th, 1958, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 6, 1958, poet E.E. Cummings was awarded the Bollingen Prize for Poetry, recognizing his significant contributions to American literature. The Bollingen Prize, established in 1948, honors poets for their lifetime achievements. Cummings, known for his unconventional style and innovative use of language, was among the early recipients of this prestigious award.
- Day of the week: January 6th, 1958 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: At The Hop by Danny & The Juniors
- #1 UK song: Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis
- Popular movie: Auntie Mame directed by Morton DaCosta
More about January 6th, 1958? See below for more news and curiosities on January 6th, 1958.
A meaningful gift for someone born on January 6, 1958
Give them the year they were born
The personalized 1958 nostalgia year poster is a beautifully researched snapshot of the books, songs and movies that shaped 1958.
- Best-selling books from 1958
- Popular songs from 1958
- Popular movies from 1958
$9.90 · Personalized digital poster delivered instantly by email
Create a 1958 year posterWant the exact date instead? Create a January 6, 1958 poster
See our satisfaction and refund policy.
Real poster exampleTable of contents
- January 06, 1958: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was January 06, 1958?
- Who was born on January 06, 1958?
- January 06, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
- January 06, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
- January 06, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 06, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on January 06, 1958?
- Back in 1958
January 06, 1958: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 06, 1958:
- E.E. Cummings receives Bollingen Prize On January 6, 1958, poet E.E. Cummings was awarded the Bollingen Prize for Poetry, recognizing his significant contributions to American literature. The Bollingen Prize, established in 1948, honors poets for their lifetime achievements. Cummings, known for his unconventional style and innovative use of language, was among the early recipients of this prestigious award. source: bollingen.yale.edu
- Gibson patents the Flying V guitar On January 6, 1958, Gibson Guitar Corporation patented the Flying V guitar, a revolutionary design that would become iconic in rock music. Its unique shape and sound have made it a favorite among many famous guitarists. source: britannica.com
- WIPR TV Channel 6 launches in Puerto Rico WIPR TV Channel 6, the first public television station in Puerto Rico, launched on January 6, 1958. It played a crucial role in providing educational and cultural programming to the island's residents. source: wipr.pr
- Princess Josephine of Belgium Dies Princess Josephine of Belgium, who later became a nun, passed away at the age of 85. Her life spanned significant periods of Belgian royal history and religious service.
January 06, 1958: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from January 1958
Looking for other vintage memories?Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
What day of the week was January 06, 1958?
January 06, 1958 was a Monday and it was the 6th day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 06, 1958 can also be written as 1/6/1958 in the US and as 6/1/1958 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on January 06, 1958?
Famous people born on January 06, 1958:
![Lyudmila Putina]()
Lyudmila PutinaLyudmila Putina is a Russian linguist and former first lady of Russia, known for being the ex-wife of Vladimir Putin and having been married...
January 06, 1958: What famous people died on that day?
January 06, 1958: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 06, 1958 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 6th and January 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 06, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 06, 1958 was At The Hop by Danny & The Juniors, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.
- Danny & The Juniors - At The Hop
- Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of Fire
- Pat Boone - April Love
- Buddy Holly - Peggy Sue
- Bill Justis - Raunchy
January 06, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 06, 1958 was Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.
- Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of Fire
- Johnny Otis & His Orchestra With Marie Adams - Ma He's Making Eyes At Me
- Frank Sinatra - All The Way / Chicago
- Malcolm Vaughan - My Special Angel
- The Everly Brothers - Wake Up Little Susie
January 06, 1958: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 6th is Capricorn.
Discover the zodiac sign and horoscope for any day in the past.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.
Discover the personality of January born.
Unlock the Mysteries of January 06, 1958! Claim Your Free Numerology Report!
January 06, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 06, 1958 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Rooster personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthJanuary 06, 1958: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 06, 1958 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 06, 1958 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 January 06, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 06:07 pm and setting at 08:17 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 05, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Feb 04, 1958.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign Now!
Your place in the Universe on January 06, 1958
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your Star Map Now!How old is someone born on January 06, 1958?
Someone born on January 06, 1958 is:
68 years 6 months old,
or 822 months and 28 days old,
or 3578 weeks
or 25046 days old,
Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
Use our How old am I? Calculator to know the age of a person today or use the Age Calculator to determine the interval between two dates.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 06, 1958?
There are 156 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 6th 2027.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 06, 1958?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 06, 1958.
Discover what generation people belong to with our generation calculator.
Back in 1958
Why 1958 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on January 6, 1958, a 1958 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to January 6, 1958 includes E.E. Cummings receives Bollingen Prize, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
The soundtrack around January 6, 1958 included “At The Hop” by Danny & The Juniors, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.
Cinema from the world of January 6, 1958 included Auntie Mame, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
January 6, 1958 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Lyudmila Putina, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
Together, those details make January 6, 1958 more than an answer to a history question: they provide the personal starting point for a gift rooted in the recipient's own date.
Because the poster is delivered digitally and personalized around 1958, it can become a birthday surprise, milestone keepsake, or printable reminder of the era connected to January 6, 1958.
The 1958 poster brings together verified books, songs, and movies, creating a personal digital keepsake for birthdays and milestone celebrations tied to January 6, 1958.
Explore the fuller story in our 1958 history guide, or see the 1958 poster gift page. You can also compare ideas in our birth-year poster guide.
Make 1958 part of their celebration
A personalized digital nostalgia gift, ready to order for someone connected to January 6, 1958.
