Historical Events
Event of Interest
Fidel Castro becomes the 16th Prime Minister of Cuba after overthrowing Fulgencio Batista
- Leonard Spigelgass' "Majority of One" premieres in NYC
Famous Birthdays
- (Peter) Kelly Tripucka, American NBA forward, 1981-91, 2X All-Star (Detroit Pistons, Utah Jazz, Cahrlotte Hornets), born in Glenn Ridge New Jersey
John McEnroe (65 years old)
American tennis player (US Open 1979, 80, 81, 84; Wimbledon 1981, 83, 84; 10 x Grand Slam doubles titles; Tour Finals 1978, 83, 84; Davis Cup x 5), born in Wiesbaden, Germany
About February 16, 1959
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stagger Lee - Lloyd Price
#1 Song: As I Love You - Shirley Bassey
