What Happened on January 5, 1959

Historical Events

  • "Bozo the Clown" live children's show premieres on TV

"It Doesn't Matter"

Buddy Holly releases his last record "It Doesn't Matter"; he is killed in a plane crash 29 days later

Famous Birthdays

  • Clancy Brown, American film, television, and voice actor (Carnivàle, Billions), born in Urbana, Ohio

About January 5, 1959

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Chipmunk Song - The Chipmunks With David Seville
  • UK #1 Song: It's Only Make Believe - Conway Twitty