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April 17, 1959 was the 107th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 17, 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 April 17, 1959, who was born and died on April 17, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Come Softly To Me by The Fleetwoods), movies (e.g. The World of Apu, directed by Satyajit Ray), TV series (e.g. Focus) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 17, 1959?
- April 17, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 17, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 17, 1959?
- April 17, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 17, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- April 17, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 17, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- April 17, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 17, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 17, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 17, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on April 17, 1959?
What day of the week was April 17, 1959?
April 17, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 107th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 17, 1959 can also be written as 4/17/1959 in the US and as 17/4/1959 in UK and Europe.
April 17, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 17, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 17th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 17, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 17, 1959 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 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 April 17, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 12:32 pm and setting at 02:19 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.
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Who was born on April 17, 1959?
Famous people born on April 17, 1959:
![Sean Bean]()
Sean BeanSean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.
- Seyed Majidi
Acclaimed film director known for his powerful storytelling and cinematic style.
- Ndrew Fire
Nobel laureate known for his work in RNA interference.
- Li Meisu
Chinese shot putter.
- Jimmy Mann
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Stephen Singleton in Sheffield
England; rocker (abc).
- Elizabeth Lindsey
Actress (china beach).
- David Hearn
Washington, dc -- slalom single kayak (1996 olympics - 9th place).
- David M. Brown
Astronaut.
- Fabio Granata
- Peter Doig
- Majid Majidi
- Jean Ravelonarivo
- Walter Ricciardi
- Peter Simonsen
- David Hunt
- Zoran Krečković
Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:
![Victoria Beckham]()
Victoria BeckhamPosh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.
![Jennifer Garner]()
Jennifer GarnerAmerican actress and film producer.
![Roddy Piper]()
Roddy PiperRoddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.
![William Holden]()
William HoldenWilliam holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.
![Olivia Hussey]()
Olivia HusseyArgentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.
![Rooney Mara]()
Rooney MaraRooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.
![James Last]()
James LastGerman musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.
![Adam McKay]()
Adam McKayAdam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.
![Nicholas D'Agosto]()
Nicholas D'AgostoAmerican film and television actor.
![Monet Mazur]()
Monet MazurAmerican actor and musician.
April 17, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 65 years and 9 days old,
or 780 months and 9 days old,
or 3393 weeks
or 23751 days old,
if you were born on April 17, 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 April 17, 1959?
There are 356 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 17th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 17, 1959.
April 17, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 17, 1959:
- Casimir Perrin
French physicist known for his work on the Brownian motion and the atomic structure of matter.
- Arthur Cecil Alport
- Arturo Chiari
- Paul Dujardin
What famous deaths happened on April 17th?
Famous deaths on April 17th:
![Deanna Durbin]()
Deanna DurbinAmerican actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.
![Kitty Carlisle]()
Kitty CarlisleAmerican actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).
![Doris Roberts]()
Doris RobertsAmerican actress (b. 1925).
![Michael Sarrazin]()
Michael SarrazinMichael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.
![Eva Novak]()
Eva NovakActress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.
- Benjerman Franklin
Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.
- Axiel Márquez
Axiel Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter and journalist, known for his novels such as One Hundred Years of...
- Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels and short stories,...
- Jesua Garcia
Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.
- Biju Patnaik
Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...
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April 17, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 17, 1959:
- Pope Anicetus (died 166)
- Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)
Saints celebrated on April 17, 1959:
- Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
- Saint Landricus
- Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
April 17, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 17, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 13th and April 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1959 was Come Softly To Me by The Fleetwoods, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Fleetwoods - Come Softly To Me
- Frankie Avalon - Venus
- Dodie Stevens - Pink Shoe Laces
- Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
- Thomas Wayne - Tragedy
April 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1959 was Side Saddle by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Russ Conway - Side Saddle
- Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
- The Platters - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
- Chris Barber's Jazz Band - Petite Fleur
- Shirley Bassey - As I Love You
April 17, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 17, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 13th and April 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
- Sam Cooke - Everybody Likes To Cha Cha Cha
- Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
- The Coasters - Charlie Brown
- Lloyd Price - Where Were You (On Our Wedding Day)?
April 17, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 17, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The World of Apu
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Satyajit Ray
Starring: Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, Alok Chakravarty, Swapan Mukherjee
Country: United States of America
The Young Land
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Ted Tetzlaff
Starring: Patrick Wayne, Yvonne Craig, Dennis Hopper, Dan O'Herlihy
Warlock
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Edward Dmytryk
Starring: Richard Widmark, Henry Fonda, Anthony Quinn, Dorothy Malone
Country: United States of America
Gidget
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: Sandra Dee, James Darren, Cliff Robertson, Arthur O'Connell
Country: United States of America
Sapphire
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Basil Dearden
Starring: Nigel Patrick, Yvonne Mitchell, Michael Craig, Paul Massie
April 17, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 17, 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:
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
The Scarf
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Neil Willoughby
April 17, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 17, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Wedemeyer Reports!
By: General Albert C. Wedemeyer
General Wedemeyer was the chief planner of General Marshall and co-author the Victory Plan. He had a significant role in shaping and directing Allied War against Fascist forces.
Dear And Glorious Physician
By: Taylor Caldwell
The famous novel about the triumphant story that St. Luke tells. Scientist and Gospel writer. While St. Luke is today best known for writing the third Gospel of New Testament, two thousand years ago, he was Lucanus. He was a …
The Middle Age Of Mrs. Eliot
By: Angus Wilson
Meg Eliot, the wife of a successful barrister, has a beautiful home in Westminster and hosts cocktail parties as well as a number of charitable committees.
The First Easter
By: Peter Marshall
Peter Marshall's sermons showed him to not only be a devout man before God, but also to be a captivating storyteller. Catherine Marshall weaves a wonderful dramatic tale in this beloved book.
Who was the US President on April 17, 1959?
On April 17, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 1959?
On April 17, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 17, 1959?
On April 17, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about April 17th?
April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of April. 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 April 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
- 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.
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 April 1959?
April 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
