Famous Birthdays
- Geoff Willis, British engineer, born in Southampton, United Kingdom
Famous Deaths
- Edward Frederick Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax, viceroy of India and British ambassador to US (1940-46), dies at 78
- Lester Lonergan Jr, American stage and screen actor (Guilty Bystander; The Growing Paynes), dies at 66
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About December 23, 1959
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Why - Frankie Avalon
#1 Song: What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For - Emile Ford & The Checkmates
