Historical Events
Kentucky Derby
85th Kentucky Derby: Bill Shoemaker aboard Tomy Lee wins in 2:02.2
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Best, Canadian animation director and producer, born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
1959 Highlights
About May 2, 1959
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 1 month and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Come Softly To Me - The Fleetwoods
#1 Song: It Doesn't Matter Anymore - Buddy Holly
