Discover our newspaper digital archive from April 18, 1959
Browse newspapers from April 18, 1959
Saturday April 18, 1959: on this day
April 18, 1959 was the 108th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 18, 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 18, 1959, who was born and died on April 18, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 18, 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 18th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 18, 1959?
- April 18, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 18, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 18, 1959?
- April 18, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 18, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- April 18, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 18, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- April 18, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 18, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 18, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 18, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 18, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on April 18, 1959?
What day of the week was April 18, 1959?
April 18, 1959 was a Saturday and it was the 108th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 18, 1959 can also be written as 4/18/1959 in the US and as 18/4/1959 in UK and Europe.
April 18, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 18th 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.
Discover the personality of April born.
Unlock the Mysteries of April 18, 1959! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
April 18, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 18, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Pig personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 18th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for April 18, 1959
April 18, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 18, 1959 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 18, 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 18, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 80% full, rising at 01:36 pm and setting at 02:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on April 18, 1959
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!
Who was born on April 18, 1959?
Famous people born on April 18, 1959:
- Antonin Mrkva
Antonin Mrkva was a Czech ice hockey player who played as a forward for the Czechoslovak national team.
- Antonin Kintzl
Antonin Kintzl was a Czech professional cyclist who competed in road cycling and cyclo-cross races.
- Susan Faludi
American journalist, author and feminist.
- Frank Mulholland
Solicitor general of scotland for scottish lawyers and politicians.
- Jim Eisenreich in Saint Cloud
Minnesota, usa; outfielder (philadelphia phillies, florida marlins).
- Jim Eisenreich
American baseball player.
- Gretha Boston
- Carlos Freire
- Neri Pollastri
- Carol Sealey
- Arlette Pacheco
Whose famous birthday is on April 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 18th:
![David Tennant]()
David TennantDavid tennant is a scottish actor known for his role as the tenth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.
![James Woods]()
James WoodsAmerican actor who is known for his ability to play charmingly bad guys.
![America Ferrera]()
America FerreraAmerican actress who played the title role in "ugly betty," an american television series.
![Melissa Joan Hart]()
Melissa Joan HartMelissa joan hart is an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows sabrina the teenage witch and clarissa explains it all.
![Britt Robertson]()
Britt RobertsonBritt robertson is an american movie actress known for her roles in the longest ride, tomorrowland, and girlboss.
![Eric Roberts]()
Eric RobertsEric roberts is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the dark knight and runaway train.
![Amanda Sthers]()
Amanda SthersShe is also known by the name amanda maruani.
![Eli Roth]()
Eli RothAmerican filmmaker; he was known for his horror film "cabin fever", which he bought for $2 million.
![Hayley Mills]()
Hayley MillsBritish actress.
![Régis Wargnier]()
Régis WargnierFrench film director, producer, screenwriter, and film score composer.
April 18, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 65 years and 1 day old,
or 780 months and 1 day old,
or 3391 weeks and 6 days old,
or 23743 days old,
if you were born on April 18, 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 18, 1959?
There are 364 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 18th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 18, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 18, 1959.
April 18, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 18, 1959:
- Irving Cummings Sr
Actor/director (in old arizona) dies at age 70.
- Wilhelm Nestle
- Natale Prampolini
- Percy Smith
What famous deaths happened on April 18th?
Famous deaths on April 18th:
![Pierre Desproges]()
Pierre DesprogesFrench humorist, well-known for his elaborate, eloquent, and, above all, vicious diatribes that criticize everything and everyone.
![Betty Compson]()
Betty CompsonActress (barker.
- Mally Einstein
Mally Einstein was a German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.
- Messiyah Einstein
Famous for developing the theory of relativity and the equation E=mc^2.
- Kartel Einstein
Theoretical physicist known for the theory of relativity.
- Alegend Einstein
Developed the theory of relativity.
- Glyndon Einstein
Glyndon Einstein was a renowned German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern...
- Alyus Einstein
Famous physicist who developed the theory of relativity.
- Albert Einstein
German-swiss-american scientist, a physicist who developed the theory of relativity in 1905, and the general theory in 1916, laying the...
- Adream Einstein
Adream Einstein was a renowned physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the most important scientific theories of the 20th...
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 18th
April 18, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 18, 1959:
- Blessed Idesbald van der Gracht (d. 1167), patron saint of fishermen and Flemish nobility
- Marie de l'Incarnation (1566 ? 1618)
- The Cheat's Cheatday on homestarrunner.com
- Zimbabwe ? Independence Day.
- Iran - Army Day
Saints celebrated on April 18, 1959:
- Saint Werner (d. 1287)
- Saint Galdino (d. 1176)
- Saint Perfecto (d. 850)
- Saint Agia (Aya) (d. 707)
- Saint Timon
- Saint Ursmarus (d. 713)
- Saint Eusebius (d. 526)
- Saint Apollonius (d. 185/6)
- Saint Emma
April 18, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 18, 1959 was Come Softly To Me by The Fleetwoods, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 18, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 18, 1959 was Side Saddle by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.
April 18, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 18, 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 18, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 18, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
Anatomy of a Murder
By: Robert Traver
Robert Traver's Anatomy of a Murder was first published by St. Martin's 1958. It quickly became America's number-one bestseller and was later made into the classic Otto Preminger film.
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.
Nautilus 90 North
By: William R. Anderson
The first transpolar submarine journey from the Pacific Ocean into the Atlantic was commanded by the commander of the Nautilus. He relates the tension and excitement of the journey to the North Pole.
Who was the US President on April 18, 1959?
On April 18, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 18, 1959?
On April 18, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 18, 1959?
On April 18, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about April 18th?
April 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2019 - 14 people were killed in a gun attack in pakistan on a bus during the 2019 makran massacre
- 2018 - Syrian civil war - israeli involvement in the syrian civil war. it was revealed that an israeli airstrike against an airbase in syria had recently been launched at an iranian tor missile defense system.
- 2017 - The egyptian ministry of antiquities announced the discovery of 8 mummies and 10 colorful sarcophagi in an ancient tomb located near the valley of the kings, luxor.
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
Do you remember 1959? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
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.
