Historical Events
Event of Interest
HM Queen Elizabeth II officially opens London Gatwick Airport, (LGW), Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom.
- Novelty song "The Purple People Eater" by Sheb Wooley hits #1
Famous Deaths
Robert Donat (1905-1958)
English actor (Citadel, Goodbye Mr Chips, 39 Steps), dies at 53
Died in 1958 1958 Highlights
About June 9, 1958
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Who's Sorry Now - Connie Francis
