Historical Events
Music Premiere
Mary Rodgers & Marshall Barer's musical "Once Upon A Mattress", starring Carol Burnett and directed by George Abbott, opens at Alvin Theater, NYC, after starting off-Broadway at the Phoenix Theatre, later moves to St. James
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Kennedy, British politician (Liberal Democrat leader 1999-2006), born in Inverness, Scotland
- Steve Rothery, British progressive rock guitarist, (Marillion - Clutching at Straws), born in Brampton, West Riding of Yorkshire, England
Famous Deaths
- Jean Grémillon, French film director, dies at 58
1959 Highlights
About November 25, 1959
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 4 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
#1 Song: Travellin' Light - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
