What Happened on February 14, 1959

Historical Events

  • $3.6 million heroin seizure in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Anny Schilder, Dutch pop singer (BZN, 1976-84 - "Mon Amour"), born in Volendam, Netherlands
  • RenĂ©e Fleming, American opera singer and soprano, born in Indiana, Pennsylvania

Famous Deaths

  • Warren "Baby" Dodds, American jazz drummer, dies at 60
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights

About February 14, 1959

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Stagger Lee - Lloyd Price
  • UK #1 Song: As I Love You - Shirley Bassey