Historical Events
- "Copper & Brass" opens at Martin Beck Theater NYC for 36 performances
Event of Interest
Britain's Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip visit the White House
- Dike Marken-Dutch mainland closed
Nobel Prize in Literature
French author Albert Camus awarded Nobel Prize in Literature
- II Tsjoendrigar becomes premier of Pakistan
Jailhouse Rock Premieres
Musical film "Jailhouse Rock" starring Elvis Presley premieres in Memphis, Tennessee
Famous Birthdays
- (Giuseppe) "Pino" Palladino, Italian-Welsh session and touring rock bassist (Paul Young; The Who; John Mayer Trio), born in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
- Lawrence Bender, American film producer (Reservoir Dogs; Death Proof; Django Unchained; An Inconvenient Truth), born in The Bronx, New York
- Steve McMichael, American Pro Football HOF defensive tackle (Uni of Texas; Super Bowl XX; First-team All-Pro 1985, 87; Pro Bowl 1986, 87, Chicago Bears), born in Houston, Texas
- Vincent Van Patten, Belrose NY, actor (Apple's Way, 3 for the Road)
Famous Deaths
- Henny Eman, Aruban politician who founded the Aruban People's Party, dies at 70
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About October 17, 1957
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Diana - Paul Anka
