Famous Birthdays
- Ana Torroja, Spanish pop singer (Mecano), born in Madrid, Spain
- Everson Walls, NFL cornerback (Dallas Cowboys, NY Giants)
- Phil Abrams, American actor, born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
Ante Pavelić (1889-1959)
Croatian leader of Nazi Germany puppet Independent State of Croatia, dies from wounds received in an attempted assassination two years earlier at 70
1959 Highlights
About December 28, 1959
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 9 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: El Paso - Marty Robbins
#1 Song: What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For - Emile Ford & The Checkmates
