Historical Events
- "Carnival!" opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 719 performances
- UN General Assembly condemns South-Africa's apartheid
Famous Birthdays
- (Clarence) "Butch" Taylor, American rock and jazz keyboardist and composer (Dave Matthews Band, 1998-2008), born in Shawsville, Virginia
- Tammy Stephens, American singer (Girls Next Door - "Don't Be Cruel"), born in Arlington, Texas
Famous Deaths
- John A. Bennett, American convicted rapist, dies at 26
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About April 13, 1961
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 63 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Blue Moon - The Marcels
#1 Song: Wooden Heart - Elvis Presley
