What Happened on November 14, 1959

Historical Events

  • "Girls against the Boys" closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 16 performances
  • Kilauea's most spectacular eruption (in Hawaii)

Famous Birthdays

Bryan Stevenson (64 years old)

American social justice activist and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, born in Milton, Delaware

  • Paul McGann, English actor (Eighth Doctor in Doctor Who), born in Liverpool, Lancashire

Famous Deaths

  • Thomas W Ross, American actor (Without Limit, Kings Row, 17, Mortal Storm), dies at 84
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights

About November 14, 1959

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 5 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mr. Blue - The Fleetwoods
  • UK #1 Song: Travellin' Light - Cliff Richard & The Shadows