Famous Birthdays
- Bruce Timm, American artist and TV Producer (DC Animated Universe), born in Oklahoma
- Sammy Llanas, American rock singer-songwritrer (Bodeans, 1983-2011 - "Closer To Free"), born in Wisconsin
- Vince Neil, American rock singer (Mötley Crüe - "Girls, Girls, Girls"), born in Hollywood, California
Famous Deaths
- William Duncan, Scottish actor (Hopalong Rides Again, Thunder Trail), dies at 81
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About February 8, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Calcutta - Lawrence Welk And His Orchestra
#1 Song: Are You Lonesome Tonight - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
