Historical Events
Elvis Receives Draft Notice
Elvis Presley receives his draft notice to join the US Army for national service
Famous Birthdays
- Anna Vissi, Greek-Cypriot singer, born in Pyla, Cyprus
- Arturs Maskats, Latvian classical composer and music director (Dailes Theatre; Latvian National Opera, 1996-2013), born in Valmiera, Latvia
- Billy Bragg, English folk-rock singer-songwriter ("Greetings To The New Brunette"; "Sexuality"; "California Stars"), born in Barking, Essex, England
- Joyce Hyser, American actress, born in New York City
- Mike Watt, American rock bassist (Firehose), born in Portsmouth, Virginia
- Pat Fish [Huntrods], British guitarist (The Jazz Butcher), born in London, England (d. 2021)
Famous Deaths
- Walter Page, American jazz double bassist, baritone saxophonist, tuba player, and bandleader (Blue Devils; Count Basie Orchestra), dies at 57
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About December 20, 1957
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Harry Belafonte
