Historical Events
- At age 17 future England soccer striker Jimmy Greaves scores on his First Division debut for Chelsea against Tottenham Hotspur in a 1–1 draw at White Hart Lane
Famous Birthdays
- Jeffrey Daniel, American dancer and singer (Shalamar), born in Los Angeles, California [some sources give year as 1955]
Stephen Fry (66 years old)
English comedian, writer and actor (Blackadder, QI), born in London
Famous Deaths
- Albert Edward Sammons, British violinist, and composer (Phantasy Quartet), dies at 71
- Ronald Arbuthnott Knox, British priest, broadcaster and author (Viaduct Murder), dies at 69
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About August 24, 1957
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Diana - Paul Anka
