Historical Events
Music History
Musical revue "A Party with Betty Comden and Adolph Green" return engagement closes at John Golden Theatre, NYC, after 44 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Ken Peplowski, American swing jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist, born in Cleveland, Ohio
- Linden Ashby, American actor (Mortal Kombat), born in Atlantic Beach, Florida
- Marcella Mesker, Netherlands, tennis star
- Robert "Bob" Mortimer, British comedian, podcast presenter, and actor, born in Acklam, England
1959 Highlights
About May 23, 1959
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 10 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Kansas City - Wilbert Harrison
- #1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley