Wednesday June 17, 1959: on this day

June 17, 1959 was the 168th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is June 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 June 17, 1959, who was born and died on June 17, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 17, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton), movies (e.g. North by Northwest, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Long Shot) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 17th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 17, 1959?


June 17, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 168th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 17, 1959 can also be written as 6/17/1959 in the US and as 17/6/1959 in UK and Europe.

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June 17, 1959: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 17, 1959:

  • Eamon de valera elected president of ireland

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June 17, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 17, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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June 17, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 17, 1959 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 17, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 04:52 pm and setting at 03:36 am.

The previous full moon was on May 22, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1959.

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Who was born on June 17, 1959?


Famous people born on June 17, 1959:

  • Lawrence Haddad

    South african-english academic and economist.

  • Nikos Stavropoulos

    Greek basketball player and coach.

  • Carol Anderson

    American author and historian.

  • Thierry Brac de La Perrière

    French catholic priest who was bishop of nevers from august 2011 to present.

  • Susan Forrest

    American writer.

  • Desiree Rogers

    Businesswoman.

  • Adrie van der Poel
  • Francis Ginibre
  • Ulrike Richter
  • Robert William Marshall
  • Vivienne Gapes
  • Charles Fancutt
  • Kazuki Yao
  • Marco Mezzasalma

Whose famous birthday is on June 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 17th:

  • Newt Gingrich
    Newt Gingrich

    American politician who rose to prominence in 1994 as the first gop speaker in 40 years.

  • Stan Laurel
    Stan Laurel

    Stan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.

  • Kendrick Lamar
    Kendrick Lamar

    Kendrick lamar is a highly influential rapper known for his introspective lyrics and socially conscious themes.

  • K.J. Apa
    K.J. Apa

    New Zealand actor known for his role as Archie Andrews in the teen drama series Riverdale.

  • Bresha Webb
    Bresha Webb

    Bresha Webb is an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as 'Marlon' and 'Run the World'.

  • Beth Moore
    Beth Moore

    Beth moore is a well-known author and bible teacher, recognized for her bestselling books and influential teachings.

  • Barry Manilow
    Barry Manilow

    American singer, songwriter, author, and musician who rose to mega-pop stardom during the 1970s.

  • Greg Kinnear
    Greg Kinnear

    American actor who was the host and executive producer for e! entertainment televisionaeur(tm), the popular "talk soup" program, 1991-1994.

  • Joe Piscopo
    Joe Piscopo

    American actor, best known for his role on "saturday night live" (1975-85), where he was well-known for his hilarious parodies of stars such...

  • Peter Lupus
    Peter Lupus

    American actor and bodybuilder.

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June 17, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 64 years 9 months old,

or 777 months and 11 days old,

or 3380 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23661 days old,

if you were born on June 17, 1959.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 17, 1959?

There are 81 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 17, 1959.

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June 17, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 17, 1959:

  • Abdul Mouse

    At 68, a nationalist author / foreman in indonesia dies.

  • Joseph Barbara

What famous deaths happened on June 17th?

Famous deaths on June 17th:

  • Cyd Charisse
    Cyd Charisse

    Cyd charisse was an american dancer and actress known for her roles in classic hollywood musicals such as singin' in the rain and the band...

  • Jeff Chandler
    Jeff Chandler

    American actor and singer (d. 1961).

  • Kate Smith
    Kate Smith

    American singer ("god bless america") dies in raleigh (north carolina) at the age of 78 (born 1907).

  • Pamela Britton
    Pamela Britton

    Actress (blondie my favorite martian), is killed at 50.

  • John Murray
    John Murray

    Canadian-scottish biologist and oceanographer (d. 1914).

  • Jaquese Williams

    Award-winning playwright known for his powerful and thought-provoking dramas.

  • Aulden Smith

    Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of genetics.

  • Cevyn Thomas

    Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Elysian Stone

    Pioneering environmental journalist advocating for conservation and sustainability.

  • Lamarco Smith

    Influential playwright whose works explored social issues and human relationships.

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June 17, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 17, 1959:

  • St. Albert Chmielowski.
  • National holiday of West Germany until 1990, see Workers' Uprising of 1953 in East Germany.
  • Iceland's national day, celebrating independence from Denmark in 1944.

Observances on June 17, 1959:

  • World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
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June 17, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 17, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 15th and June 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1959 was The Battle Of New Orleans by Johnny Horton, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

June 17, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Battle Of New Orleans
  2. - Personality
  3. - Dream Lover
  4. - Quiet Village
  5. - Kansas City

June 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 17, 1959 was Roulette by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

June 17, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Roulette
  2. - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
  3. - Dream Lover
  4. - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  5. - I've Waited So Long

June 17, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 17, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

June 17, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 17, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 15th and June 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Kansas City
  2. - Personality
  3. - So Fine
  4. - Dream Lover
  5. - So Close

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June 17, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 17, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

North by Northwest

North by Northwest

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, James Mason, Jessie Royce Landis

Country: United States of America

Anatomy of a Murder

Anatomy of a Murder

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Otto Preminger

Starring: James Stewart, Lee Remick, Ben Gazzara, Arthur O'Connell

Country: United States of America

Goliath and the Barbarians

Goliath and the Barbarians

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Carlo Campogalliani

Starring: Steve Reeves, Chelo Alonso, Bruce Cabot, Giulia Rubini

Porgy and Bess

Porgy and Bess

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Otto Preminger, Rouben Mamoulian

Starring: Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey

Country: United States of America

Darby O'Gill and the Little People

Darby O'Gill and the Little People

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Robert Stevenson

Starring: Albert Sharpe, Janet Munro, Sean Connery, Jimmy O'Dea

Country: United States of America

June 17, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 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:

Long Shot

Long Shot

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

For Better or Worse

For Better or Worse

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jason Alexander

For Love or Money

For Love or Money

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Mark Murphy

Brenner

Brenner

Release year: 1959

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Daniel Ray

June 17, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 17, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart

Nine Coaches Waiting

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In this haunting suspense novel, a governess at a French chateau discovers a plot to end her young pupil's life.

Lady Chatterly'S Lover by D.H. Lawrence

Lady Chatterly'S Lover

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Lady Chatterly's lover by D.H.Lawrence Easton Press 1975 This book is in mint condition and has never been read.

The Ugly American by William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick

The Ugly American

By:

This multi-million-copy bestseller is the one that gave rise to the term "tragic American blunders abroad". The episode that gives the book its name is Homer Atkins. He's a simple and plain-spoken man who was sent by the U.S.

Dear And Glorious Physician by Taylor Caldwell

Dear And Glorious Physician

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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 Status Seekers by Vance Packard

The Status Seekers

By:

"An explosive exploration into class behavior in America and hidden barriers that impact you, your community and your future."

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Who was the US President on June 17, 1959?

On June 17, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1959?

On June 17, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on June 17, 1959?

On June 17, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about June 17th?

June 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of June. 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 June 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boko haram, nigeria: three suicide bombers from boko haram detonate their bombs among football fans in konduga. the explosions killed 30 and injured 40 others. (bbc).boko haram terrorists engage in gunfire with nigerian soldiers in nganzai, a local government area of borno state.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency: at least 31 people are killed in twin suicide bombings at damboa, nigeria. rockets from outside the town are believed to be following the explosions.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an "insider attack" on camp shaheen in northern mazar-i-sharif resulted in at least one afghan being killed and seven americans being wounded. the earlier report that americans were killed was incorrect. the taliban claim responsibility.

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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 June 1959?

June 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.

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