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see horoscope and birth chart for May 29, 1959What happened on Friday May 29, 1959?
About May 29th, 1959, in brief:
- Historical events: Charles de Gaulle, a prominent French military and political leader, successfully forms a new government in France, marking a significant moment in the country's post-World War II political landscape. This event represents a crucial step in de Gaulle's return to political power and his efforts to reshape France's governance.
- Day of the week: May 29th, 1959 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- #1 US song: Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison
- #1 UK song: A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: The World's End directed by Edgar Wright
More about May 29th, 1959? See below for more news and curiosities on May 29th, 1959.
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May 29, 1959: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 29, 1959:
- Charles de Gaulle Forms French Government Charles de Gaulle, a prominent French military and political leader, successfully forms a new government in France, marking a significant moment in the country's post-World War II political landscape. This event represents a crucial step in de Gaulle's return to political power and his efforts to reshape France's governance.
May 29, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
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What day of the week was May 29, 1959?
Who was born on May 29, 1959?
Famous people born on May 29, 1959:
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Rupert EverettRupert Everett is a renowned British actor known for his charismatic performances, witty personality, and versatile acting skills.
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Adrian PaulAdrian Paul is a British actor best known for his starring role in the popular television series 'Highlander', where he played Duncan...
- Mel Gaynor
Mel Gaynor is an accomplished English drummer, most famous for his work with the rock band Simple Minds.
- Steve Hanley
Irish-english bass player/songwriter (the fall, tom hingley and the lovers).
May 29, 1959: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 29, 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 29, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
- 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 29, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 29, 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.
- 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 29, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 29, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.
- 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 29, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th is Gemini.
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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 29, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 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.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthMay 29, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 29, 1959 was Waning gibbous.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 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 29, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 01:20 am and setting at 02:01 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 22, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1959.
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Your place in the Universe on May 29, 1959
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Someone born on May 29, 1959 is:
65 years 11 months old,
or 791 months and 15 days old,
or 3441 weeks and 5 days old,
or 24092 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 1959?
There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 29th 2025.
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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 1959?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 29, 1959.
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