What Happened on June 12, 1959

Famous Birthdays

  • Jalal-ud-din, Pakistani cricketer (Pakistani paceman, ODI hat-trick v Aust 1982), born in Karachi, Pakistan
  • Jenilee Harrison, American actress (Cindy-3's Company, Dallas), born in Glendale, California
  • Jervis Johnson, Games Designer for Games Workshop, Nottingham, born in London
  • John Linnell, American musician (They Might Be Giants - Constantinople), born in New York City
  • Kenneth Herdigein, Surinamese-Dutch actor (Say A), born in Paramaribo, Suriname
  • Scott Thompson, Canadian comedian (The Kids in the Hall, Larry Sanders Show), born in North Bay, Ontario, Canada
  • Steve Bauer, Canadian road racer cyclist (Olympic silver 84, 96), born in St. Catharines, Ontario
Born in 1959
1959 Highlights

About June 12, 1959

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Battle Of New Orleans - Johnny Horton
  • UK #1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley