What Happened on December 20, 1962

Historical Events

Osmond Brothers Debut

Pop singing group the Osmond Brothers debut on "The Andy Williams Show"

Famous Birthdays

  • Thomas Newberry, NFL guard (Pittsburgh Steelers), born in Onalaska, Wisconsin

Famous Deaths

  • Erik William Gustav Leidzen, Swedish American composer, dies at 68
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About December 20, 1962

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Telstar - The Tornadoes
  • UK #1 Song: Return To Sender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires