Famous Birthdays
- Kathy Sledge, American vocalist (Sister Sledge-We are Family), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Jose Enrique Pedreira, composer, dies at 54
1959 Highlights
About January 6, 1959
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
