Famous Birthdays
- Fred Smerlas, American football player, born in Waltham, Massachusetts
Famous Deaths
- Frank Chester, English cricketer and distinguished 1-armed Test umpire, dies at 62
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About April 8, 1957
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 67 years and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Cumberland Gap - Lonnie Donegan