Historical Events
- Big 4 summit in Paris collapses as USSR levels spy charges against US
- Theodore Maiman operates the first optical laser, at Hughes Research Laboratories in Malibu, California
Famous Birthdays
- Anne Parillaud, French actress (Subway, Nikita, Innocent Blood), born in Paris, France
- Bruce Norris, American playwright ("Claybourne Park" - 1st play to win a Tony and a Pulitzer)
About May 16, 1960
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cathy's Clown - The Everly Brothers
