Monday February 16, 1959: on this day

February 16, 1959 was the 47th day of the year 1959, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is February 16, 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 February 16, 1959, who was born and died on February 16, 1959, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1959, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stagger Lee by Lloyd Price), movies (e.g. The Hangman, directed by Michael Curtiz), TV series (e.g. The Scarf) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1959 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 1959?


February 16, 1959 was a Monday and it was the 47th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1959 can also be written as 2/16/1959 in the US and as 16/2/1959 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 1959: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 16, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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February 16, 1959: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1959 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 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 February 16, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 11:32 am and setting at 02:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Feb 23, 1959.

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Who was born on February 16, 1959?


Famous people born on February 16, 1959:

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Haly McEnroe

    Former professional tennis player known for his fiery on-court demeanor.

  • Kelly Tripucka

    American basketball player, 6'6" and 225 lb.

  • Kelly Tripuka in Glenn Ridge

    New jersey, usa, nba forward (detroit pistons and utah jazz).

  • Jacques Ferrier

    French architect, build engineer, and architectural academic professor.

  • Véronique Lorimier

    French astrologer, tarot card reader and author of "cours de tarologie", (1994), and "le pha (c)noma)ne ovni vu l'astrologie", (1992), and...

  • Aza Petrović
  • Tony Simms
  • Richard Steinmetz
  • Ken Buck
  • Chico Díaz
  • Hazelle Goodman
  • Gordon Herbert
  • Maurizio Perego
  • Art'owr Mkrtčyan

Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.

  • Elizabeth Olsen
    Elizabeth Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

  • Sarah Clarke
    Sarah Clarke

    American actress.

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February 16, 1959: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 65 years 1 month old,

or 781 months and 13 days old,

or 3397 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23783 days old,

if you were born on February 16, 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 February 16, 1959?

There are 324 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 16, 1959.

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February 16, 1959: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1959:

  • Paul Chalfin
  • Tim Mara
  • Leo Brandi
  • John Foster

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • Yun Dong-ju

    Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.

  • Chien-Shiung Wu

    Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th

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February 16, 1959: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 1959:

  • Presidents' Day - This holiday honors all past and present U.S. presidents, with a particular focus on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 1959:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 1959: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 1959 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 16th and February 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 16, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1959 was Stagger Lee by Lloyd Price, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 16, 1959: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stagger Lee
  2. - 16 Candles
  3. - Donna
  4. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  5. - The All American Boy

February 16, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1959 was As I Love You by Shirley Bassey, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 16, 1959: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1959 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - As I Love You
  2. - One Night / I Got Stung
  3. - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  4. - Kiss Me Honey Honey Kiss Me
  5. - To Know Him Is To Love Him

February 16, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1959 was Stagger Lee by Lloyd Price, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

February 16, 1959: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 16, 1959 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 16th and February 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Stagger Lee
  2. - Lonely Teardrops
  3. - I Cried A Tear
  4. - 16 Candles
  5. - Try Me

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February 16, 1959: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 1959 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Hangman

The Hangman

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Michael Curtiz

Starring: Robert Taylor, Tina Louise, Fess Parker, Jack Lord

Up Periscope

Up Periscope

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: James Garner, Edmond O'Brien, Andra Martin, Alan Hale Jr.

No Name on the Bullet

No Name on the Bullet

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Jack Arnold

Starring: Audie Murphy, Charles Drake, Joan Evans, Virginia Grey

First Man Into Space

First Man Into Space

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Robert Day

Starring: Marshall Thompson, Marla Landi, Bill Edwards, Robert Ayres

House on Haunted Hill

House on Haunted Hill

Release year: 1959

Directed by: William Castle, Rosemary Horvath

Starring: Vincent Price, Carol Ohmart, Richard Long, Alan Marshal

Country: United States of America

February 16, 1959: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 16, 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:

The Scarf

The Scarf

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Neil Willoughby

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Hardy Martins

Face to Face

Face to Face

Release year: 1959

Directed by: Lou Antonio

The Third Man

The Third Man

Release year: 1959

Starring: Michael Rennie, Jonathan Harris

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

All Aboard

All Aboard

Release year: 1958

Directed by: Fred Levine

February 16, 1959: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 16, 1959 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Twixt Twelve And Twenty by Pat Boone

Twixt Twelve And Twenty

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The Devil In Bucks County by Edmund Schiddel

The Devil In Bucks County

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Front cover, The Devil in Bucks County Simon and Schuster New York, 1959

Wedemeyer Reports! by General Albert C. Wedemeyer

Wedemeyer Reports!

By:

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.

The King Must Die by Mary Renault

The King Must Die

By:

This is the story of Theosus, mythical hero, who was slayer of monsters and abductor of princesses. He also became the king of Athens. These pages show him as a well-defined personality, brave, aggressive, and quick.

From The Terrace by John O'Hara

From The Terrace

By:

This article chronicles Alfred Eaton's life and his career at MacHardie and Company and the Department of the Navy.

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Who was the US President on February 16, 1959?

On February 16, 1959 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1959?

On February 16, 1959 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 1959?

On February 16, 1959 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about February 16th?

February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of February. 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 February 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
  • 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),

Find out more about February 16th

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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 February 1959?

February 1959 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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