Historical Events
The Seventh Seal
Swedish film classic "The Seventh Seal" directed by Ingmar Bergman, starring Max von Sydow and Bengt Ekerot is released
- The "Toddlers' Truce", a controversial television close down between 6 and 7 pm, abolished in the United Kingdom
Famous Birthdays
- LeVar Burton, American actor, (Roots - "Kunta Kinte"; Star Trek: The Next Generation - "Lt. Cmdr. Geordi La Forge"), born in Landstuhl, Germany
Famous Deaths
- Józef Hofmann, Polish-American pianist, composer, educator (Curtis Institute, 1924-38), and inventor, (pneumatic shock absorbers), dies of pneumonia at 81
- Leslie Hore-Belisha, British politician (Minister of Transport, 1934-37; War Secretary, 1937–40), dies at 63
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About February 16, 1957
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Young Love - Tab Hunter
