Famous Birthdays
- Mike Quick, NFL wide receiver (Philadelphia Eagles)
- Patrick Bruel [Benguigui], Algerian-French actor (Coup of Sirocco), rock vocalist ("Marre de cette nana-là" - "Fed Up With That Chick"), and world class poker player, born in Tlemcen, Algeria
Famous Deaths
- Sidney Bechet, American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, bandleader, and composer ("Petite Fleur"), dies of lung cancer on his 62nd birthday
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About May 14, 1959
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Kansas City - Wilbert Harrison
#1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley
