Historical Events
Music History
"Nervous Set" opens at Henry Miller's Theater NYC for 23 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Dave Christian, American NHL right wing, 1980-94 (Olympic gold, 1980; Washington Capitals, Winnipeg Jets, and 3 other teams), born in Warroad, Minnesota
- Ving Rhames [Irving Rameses Rhames], American actor (Mission Impossible), born in New York City
Famous Weddings
Elizabeth Taylor
English-American actress Elizabeth Taylor (27) marries for the 4th time to American entertainer Eddie Fisher (30); divorce in 1964
1959 Highlights
About May 12, 1959
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 64 years and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Kansas City - Wilbert Harrison
#1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley
