Famous Birthdays
Christopher Meloni (63 years old)
American actor (Law & Order; Runaway Bride), born in Washington, D.C.
- Keren Jane Woodward, English rock vocalist (Bananarama - "Venus"), born in Bristol, England
Famous Deaths
- August Defresne, Dutch playwright and director (Anno Christi 969), dies at 67
- Wallingford Riegger, American cellist, composer (New Dance; Cooper Square), and educator, dies from head injuries in a dog walking accident at 75
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About April 2, 1961
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 63 years and 17 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
