Famous Birthdays
- Mike Quick, NFL wide receiver (Philadelphia Eagles)
- Patrick Bruel [Benguigui], Algerian-French actor (Coup of Sirocco), rock vocalist ("Marre de cette nana-là" - "Fed Up With That Chick"), and world class poker player, born in Tlemcen, Algeria
Famous Deaths
- Sidney Bechet, American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, bandleader, and composer ("Petite Fleur"), dies of lung cancer on his 62nd birthday
1959 Highlights
About May 14, 1959
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years and 21 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
