Historical Events
- 25th NFL Chicago All-Star Game: All-Stars 35, Detroit 19 (70,000)
- Marshal Nikolai Bulganin resigns as Chairman of the Board of the State Bank of the USSR
Famous Birthdays
- Rondell Sheridan, American actor and comedian
- Victor Shenderovich, Russian satirist
Famous Weddings
Buddy Holly
American rock singer-songwriter Buddy Holly (21) weds Puerto Rican-American record company receptionist María Santiago (25) at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Lubbock, Texas
1958 Highlights
About August 15, 1958
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré) - Domenico Modugno
- #1 Song: All I Have To Do Is Dream/Claudette - Everly Brothers