What Happened on March 25, 1962

Historical Events

Music History

"Family Affair" closes at Billy Rose Theater NYC after 65 performances

  • French OAS-leader ex-general Jouhaud arrested

Famous Birthdays

  • Fernando Martín, Spanish basketball center (first Spaniard in NBA 1986, Portland Trail Blazers; FIBA Club World Cup 1981, Real Madrid), born in Madrid, Spain (d. 1989)
  • Marcia Cross, American television actress (Melrose Place), born in Marlborough, Massachusetts

Famous Deaths

  • Auguste Piccard, Swiss scientist, explorer and balloonist (1st flight into stratosphere, by balloon), dies at 78
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About March 25, 1962

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Don't Break The Heart That Loves You - Connie Francis
  • UK #1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows