Historical Events
- Inaugural Daytona 500: Lee Petty and Johnny Beauchamp cross finish line side by side; Beauchamp declared unofficial winner; ruling overturned after 3 days by NASCAR founder Bill France Sr
Famous Birthdays
- Jiří Čunek, Czech politician, born in Zlín, Czechia
- Kyle MacLachlan, American actor (Blue Velvet, Dune, Twin Peaks), born in Yakima, Washington
- Susan Benjamin, American actress (Tracy-Accidental Family), born in San Marino, California
Famous Deaths
- Helen Parrish, American actress (Hour Glass, Three Smart Girls Grow Up), dies of cancer at 35
1959 Highlights
About February 22, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 1 month and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Stagger Lee - Lloyd Price
- #1 Song: As I Love You - Shirley Bassey