What happened on Wednesday November 18, 1959?

Here's what happened on November 18, 1959:

• Ben-Hur Film Premiere in New York City William Wyler's epic historical drama 'Ben-Hur' premiered at Loew's Theater in New York City, marking a significant moment in cinema history. The film would become a landmark production, ultimately winning a record-breaking 12 Academy Awards and setting new standards for historical epic filmmaking.
• Jacques Plante Introduces Face Mask in NHL Hockey history was made when Jacques Plante of the Montreal Canadiens became the first NHL goalie in modern times to wear a protective face mask after being struck by a shot from Andy Bathgate of the New York Rangers, revolutionizing player safety in professional hockey.
• Washington Senator Bob Allison Wins Rookie of the Year Bob Allison of the Washington Senators was awarded the American League Rookie of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance in his first major league season.

Events in 1959

November 18, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 18, 1959

Newspapers from Nov. 18, 1959

November 18, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 322nd day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 18, 1959 can also be written as 11/18/1959 in the US and as 18/11/1959 in UK and Europe.

November 18, 1959 in November 1959 calendar

Famous people born on November 18, 1959:

• Ulrich Noethen

  Ulrich Noethen is a renowned German actor known for his powerful performances in historical films, particularly his portrayals of Heinrich...

• Karla Faye Tucker

  Karla Faye Tucker was an American woman convicted of murder who gained significant media attention as the first woman executed in Texas...

• Cindy Blackman

  Cindy Blackman is an accomplished American drummer known for her jazz and rock performances, particularly her work with Lenny Kravitz.

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on November 18th

Famous people died on November 18, 1959:

• Aleksandr Jakovlevič Chinčin
• Paul Lebeau
• Maurice Vandendriessche

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on November 18th

November 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 18, 1959 was Mr. Blue by The Fleetwoods, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. The Fleetwoods - Mr. Blue
2. Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
3. Della Reese - Don't You Know
4. Paul Anka - Put Your Head On My Shoulder
5. Guy Mitchell - Heartaches By The Number

November 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 18, 1959 was Travellin' Light by Cliff Richard & The Shadows, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Travellin' Light
2. Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
3. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
4. Johnny & The Hurricanes - Red River Rock
5. The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You

November 18, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 18, 1959 was So Many Ways by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. Brook Benton - So Many Ways
2. The Drifters - Dance With Me
3. Della Reese - Don't You Know
4. The Fleetwoods - Mr. Blue
5. The Coasters - Poison Ivy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 18th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 18, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 18, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 18, 1959 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 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 November 18, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 07:22 pm and setting at 10:00 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Dec 15, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on November 18, 1959

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Someone born on November 18, 1959 is:

65 years 6 months old,

or 786 months and 6 days old,

or 3418 weeks and 3 days old,

or 23929 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 18, 1959?

There are 179 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday November 18th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 18, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on November 18, 1959.

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