
Friday October 16, 1959
US date format: 10/16/1959, UK date format: 16/10/1959
It was Friday, under the sign of Libra (see zodiac on October 16, 1959). The US president was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative), Pope John XXIII was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Manolo Saiz and Gary Kemp.
In that special week of October people in US were listening to Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin.
In UK Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin was in the top 5 hits.
Solomon and Sheba, directed by King Vidor, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1959
while Advise And Consent by Allen Drury was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Shotgun Slade.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the year 1959, at October 16 across the years or at October 1959 calendar.

Historical Events
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Famous Deaths
US army General, dies at 78.
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Music charts
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Magazine Covers
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- LIFE: Bedside manners doctors
- Time: Red China's first decade
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.7636
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Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 the day of the week was Friday.
What zodiac sign is October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 the zodiac sign was Libra.
Who was the US President on October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 Pope John XXIII was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on October 16, 1959?
On October 16, 1959 several famous people were born including, Manolo Saiz, Gary Kemp, Marc Collins-Rector.
Which famous people died on October 16, 1959?
Famous people died on October 16, 1959 include, George C Marshall.
What was the number one song in October 16, 1959?
The number one song in the week of October 16, 1959 was Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin in US and Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin in UK.
What were the top hits on October 16, 1959?
The top hits on October 16, 1959 were Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin, Put Your Head On My Shoulder by Paul Anka, Mr. Blue by The Fleetwoods in US and Mack The Knife by Bobby Darin, Here Comes Summer by Jerry Keller, ('Til) I Kissed You by The Everly Brothers in UK.