Historical Events
- 14th Tony Awards: "The Miracle Worker" (play) & "Fiorello!" (musical) win
- Heavy earthquake strikes South Persia, 500 killed
- Record 4 grand slams hit today
Famous Birthdays
Paula Yates (1960-2000)
English TV personality (The Big Breakfast), born in London
Famous Deaths
- Johannes "Jan" Musch, Dutch actor (Dead Water), dies at 84
- Max von Laue, German physicist who discovered the diffraction of X-rays by crystals, dies at 80
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights
About April 24, 1960
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 64 years and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stuck On You - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
#1 Song: Do You Mind - Anthony Newley
