Famous Birthdays
- Mark Jackson, Australian rules footballer and actor, born in Melbourne, Australia
Famous Weddings
Carole King
American songwriter Carole King (17) weds American lyricist Gerry Goffin (20); divorce in 1969
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About August 30, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Three Bells - The Browns
#1 Song: Living Doll - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
