What Happened on December 15, 1962

Historical Events

1st Family

Comedian-impressionist Vaughn Meader's "1st Family" album goes #1 & stays #1 for 12 weeks

Famous Deaths

Charles Laughton (1899-1962)

English actor (Hunchback of Notre Dame), dies at 63

Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About December 15, 1962

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Big Girls Don't Cry - The 4 Seasons
  • UK #1 Song: Return To Sender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires