What Happened on May 13, 1959

Historical Events

Television Finale

Kraft Music Hall with Milton Berle last airs on NBC-TV

Famous Birthdays

  • Paul Pesco, Eurasian American session guitarist, singer-songwriter and record producer, born in Canandaigua, New York

About May 13, 1959

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Kansas City - Wilbert Harrison
  • UK #1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley