Historical Events
- "Say, Darling" closes at ANTA Theater NYC after 332 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Momoe Yamaguchi, Japanese singer and actress, born in Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan
- Susanna Hoffs, American pop musician (The Bangles - "Walk Like an Egyptian"), and actress, born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Abdul Aziz, cricket, dies at 17 struck by ball in fc match for Karachi
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About January 17, 1959
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 3 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes - The Platters
#1 Song: The Days The Rains Came - Jane Morgan
