What Happened on January 26, 1960

Historical Events

  • High-school basketball sensation Danny Heater scores 135 points
  • Oakland Raiders enter the American Football League

Rozelle Elected Commissioner

Pete Rozelle elected NFL commissioner on 23rd ballot

1960 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Charlie Gillingham, American rock Hammond B-3 organ, accordion, piano, and keyboard player (Counting Crows - "Accidentally In Love"), born in Torrance, California
  • Jeanette Bolden, American athlete (Olympic gold 4x100m 1984), born in Los Angeles, California
Born in 1960
1960 Highlights

About January 26, 1960

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 2 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Running Bear - Johnny Preston
  • UK #1 Song: Starry Eyed - Michael Holliday with The Michael Sammes Singers