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May 12, 1959 was the 132nd day of the year 1959, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 12, 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 May 12, 1959, who was born and died on May 12, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Happy Organ by Dave Baby Cortez), movies (e.g. Look Back in Anger, directed by Tony Richardson), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 12, 1959?
- May 12, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 12, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 12, 1959?
- May 12, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 12, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- May 12, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 12, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- May 12, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 12, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 12, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 12, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on May 12, 1959?
What day of the week was May 12, 1959?
May 12, 1959 was a Tuesday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 12, 1959 can also be written as 5/12/1959 in the US and as 12/5/1959 in UK and Europe.
May 12, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 12, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 12, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 12, 1959 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 12, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 09:28 am and setting at 11:59 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 23, 1959 while the next full moon would come on May 22, 1959.
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Who was born on May 12, 1959?
Famous people born on May 12, 1959:
![Ving Rhames]()
Ving RhamesVing rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.
- Siddharth Nath Singh
Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
- Hamlet Abdullayev
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan.
- Ray Gillen
American singer-songwriter (badlands blue murder and sun red sun).
- Dave Christian
Minnesota, united states -- nhl right-wing (washington capitals olympics - gold 1980).
- Martha Quinn
Celebrity.
- Deborah Warner
- Josep Ferrer Bujons
- Paolo Collini
- Giovanni Frangi
- Ron Rubin
- Carmine Verduci
Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:
![Emilio Estevez]()
Emilio EstevezEmilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.
![Rami Malek]()
Rami MalekRami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.
![Katharine Hepburn]()
Katharine HepburnAmerican actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.
![George Carlin]()
George CarlinAmerican comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.
![Gabriel Byrne]()
Gabriel ByrneIrish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.
![Burt Bacharach]()
Burt BacharachAmerican composer and pianist of popular music.
![Jason Biggs]()
Jason BiggsHe was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...
![Malin Akerman]()
Malin AkermanSwedish-canadian model and actress.
![Catherine Tate]()
Catherine TateEnglish actor, comedian, and writer.
![Bruce Boxleitner]()
Bruce BoxleitnerTall and handsome american actor.
May 12, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 11 months old,
or 779 months and 13 days old,
or 3389 weeks and 2 days old,
or 23725 days old,
if you were born on May 12, 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 May 12, 1959?
There are 17 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 12, 1959.
May 12, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on May 12th?
Famous deaths on May 12th:
![Robert Reed]()
Robert ReedAmerican actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...
![Monica Zetterlund]()
Monica ZetterlundSwedish singer and actress (born 1937).
![Louis Calhern]()
Louis CalhernAmerican actor and singer (d. 1956).
![Cornell Borchers]()
Cornell BorchersGermany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).
![Lillian Roth]()
Lillian RothActress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).
![Elisabeth Bergner]()
Elisabeth BergnerGerman actress (b. 1897).
- Johnye Russell
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
- Jozeph Pilsudski
Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.
- Nillie Sachs
German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Solita Solano
Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.
May 12, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 12, 1959:
- Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
- International Nurses Day
- Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
- Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
- Blessed Imelda
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus
Observances on May 12, 1959:
- International Day of Plant Health [FAO]
Saints celebrated on May 12, 1959:
- Saint Epiphanius
- Saint Domitilla
- Saint Modoald
- Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
- Saint Joan of Portugal
May 12, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 12, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 11th and May 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 12, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 1959 was The Happy Organ by Dave Baby Cortez, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 12, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Dave Baby Cortez - The Happy Organ
- The Impalas - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
- The Fleetwoods - Come Softly To Me
- Edward Byrnes - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)
- Elvis Presley - (Now And Then There's) A Fool Such As I
May 12, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 1959 was A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 12, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
- Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
- Russ Conway - Side Saddle
- Marty Wilde - Donna
- Ricky Nelson - It's Late
May 12, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.
May 12, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 12, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
- The Fiestas - So Fine
- Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
- Dodie Stevens - Pink Shoe Laces
May 12, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 12, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
The Young Philadelphians
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Vincent Sherman
Starring: Paul Newman, Barbara Rush, Alexis Smith, Brian Keith
King of the Wild Stallions
Release year: 1959
Directed by: R.G. Springsteen
Starring: George Montgomery, Diane Brewster, Edgar Buchanan, Emile Meyer
May 12, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 12, 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:
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
Lili
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Charles Walters
Border Patrol
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Steven Rosenbaum
May 12, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 12, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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."
From The Terrace
By: John O'Hara
This article chronicles Alfred Eaton's life and his career at MacHardie and Company and the Department of the Navy.
Elizabeth The Great
By: Elizabeth Jenkins
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
George and Catherine Stewart share the burden of Catherine Stewart's heart disease. This could lead to her death at any moment.
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
Who was the US President on May 12, 1959?
On May 12, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1959?
On May 12, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 12, 1959?
On May 12, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 12th?
May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
- 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
- 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.
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.
