Historical Events
- The first congress of the Spanish Trade Union Organisation is inaugurated
Famous Birthdays
- Grant Shaud, American actor (Miles Silverburg in Murphy Brown), born in Evanston, Illinois
James Worthy (63 years old)
American NBA forward (LA Lakers, 1988 Playoff MVP), born in Gastonia, North Carolina
Famous Deaths
- Platt Adams, American field athlete (Olympic gold standing high jump 1912), dies at 75
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About February 27, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Pony Time - Chubby Checker
- #1 Song: Walk Right Back/Ebony Eyes - Everly Brothers