Historical Events
- "Say, Darling" closes at ANTA Theater NYC after 332 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Momoe Yamaguchi, Japanese singer & actress, born in Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan
- Susanna Hoffs, American actress & musician (Bangles-Walk Like an Egyptian), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Abdul Aziz, cricket, dies at 17 struck by ball in fc match for Karachi
1959 Highlights
About January 17, 1959
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
