Historical Events
- ABC and AFL sign a 5 year contract
Only the Lonely
Roy Orbison releases single "Only the Lonely"; it becomes his 1st major hit - peaking at #2 in the US and topping the UK charts
- Typhoon Mary in China kills at least 1,600
Famous Birthdays
- Steve Paikin, Canadian journalist, born in Hamilton, Ontario
Famous Deaths
- René Maran, French writer (Batouala, 1st black writer to win Prix Goncourt), dies at 72
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights
About June 9, 1960
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cathy's Clown - The Everly Brothers
