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May 26, 1959 was the 146th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is May 26, 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 May 26, 1959, who was born and died on May 26, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison), movies (e.g. Face of a Fugitive, directed by Paul Wendkos), TV series (e.g. For Love Or Money) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1959?
- May 26, 1959: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1959?
- May 26, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1959?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1959?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1959?
What day of the week was May 26, 1959?
May 26, 1959 was a Tuesday and it was the 146th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 26, 1959 can also be written as 5/26/1959 in the US and as 26/5/1959 in UK and Europe.
May 26, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 1959:
- Harvey haddix pitches 12 perfect innings, loses in 13th.
- Pittsburgh pirates pitcher harvey haddix retires the first 36 milwaukee braves batters to face him, only to lose his bid for a perfect game in the 13th inning.
May 26, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 26, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 1959 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1959 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 May 26, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 11:23 pm and setting at 10:58 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 May 26, 1959?
Famous people born on May 26, 1959:
- Dann Bilardello
Former MLB catcher who played for the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Ole Bornedal
Danish actor, director, and producer.
- Pierre Simenon
Swiss writer.
- Julian Clary
Comedian.
- Steve Hanley
English musician (the fall and tom hingley and the lovers).
- Brian Peaker in London
Ontario, canada; rower (olympics-1996).
- Wayne Hussey
Rocker (the mission-"lover for life").
- Michael Vesterskov
- Fabio Berardi
- Eduardo Pimentel
- Italo Schiavi
- Róger Flores
- Kevin Gage
- Edgardo Gulotta
- Raimundo Amador
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
![Lauryn Hill]()
Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...
![Pam Grier]()
Pam GrierPam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
![Corinne Le Poulain]()
Corinne Le PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 10 months old,
or 778 months and 23 days old,
or 3386 weeks and 2 days old,
or 23704 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 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 May 26, 1959?
There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 26, 1959.
May 26, 1959: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1959:
- Philip Kassel
American gymnast (b. 1876).
- Joe Kelly
Television host, quiz kids, dies at 57.
- Ed Walsh
American baseball player and coach (d.59).
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.
- Cybele
Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.
- Phinneas Newborn
Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.
- Zeki Velidi Togan
Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.
- Fount Haines
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Adamae Davis
Renowned jazz singer and performer.
May 26, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1959:
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1959:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 25th and May 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 26, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
- Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
- The Impalas - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
- Edward Byrnes - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)
May 26, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1959 was A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 26, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
- Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
- Russ Conway - Side Saddle
- Marty Wilde - Donna
- Ricky Nelson - It's Late
May 26, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
May 26, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 25th and May 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Personality
- Brook Benton - Endlessly
- The Fiestas - So Fine
- Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
May 26, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Face of a Fugitive
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Paul Wendkos
Starring: Fred MacMurray, Lin McCarthy, Dorothy Green, Alan Baxter
The Gunfight at Dodge City
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Joseph M. Newman
Starring: Joel McCrea, Julie Adams, John McIntire, Nancy Gates
Look Back in Anger
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Tony Richardson
Starring: Richard Burton, Claire Bloom, Mary Ure, Edith Evans
It Happened to Jane
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Richard Quine
Starring: Doris Day, Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs, Steve Forrest
The Wild and the Innocent
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Jack Sher
Starring: Audie Murphy, Joanne Dru, Gilbert Roland, Jim Backus
May 26, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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:
For Love or Money
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Mark Murphy
Brenner
Release year: 1959
Heidi
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Daniel Ray
Focus
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Great Expectations
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron
May 26, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Folk Medicine
By: Deforest Clinton Jarvis
Folk Medicine is an indispensable book for anyone suffering from this debilitating disease. The best-selling author of Folk Medicine concentrates his remarkable talents on providing effective and natural remedies.
The Ugly American
By: William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick
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.
The Devil In Bucks County
By: Edmund Schiddel
Front cover, The Devil in Bucks County Simon and Schuster New York, 1959
The Watch That Ends The Night
By: Hugh MacLennan
George and Catherine Stewart share the burden of Catherine Stewart's heart disease. This could lead to her death at any moment.
Who was the US President on May 26, 1959?
On May 26, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1959?
On May 26, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1959?
On May 26, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about May 26th?
May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of May. 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 May 26th, such as:
- 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
- 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
- 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
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 May 1959?
May 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
