What Happened on October 30, 1962

Historical Events

  • US performs atmospheric nuclear test at Johnston Island

Famous Birthdays

Courtney Walsh (61 years old)

West Indian cricket fast bowler (132 Tests, captain 22 Tests, 519 wickets @ 24.44; hat-trick v Aust 1988; Jamaica, Gloucestershire CCC), born in Kingston, Jamaica

  • Danny Tartabull, outfielder (NY Yankees, Chicago White Sox), born in Miami, Florida
  • John Custer, American rock guitarist and record producer, born in Cary, North Carolina
  • Mark Portugal, pitcher (Cincinnati Reds), born in Los Angeles, California

About October 30, 1962

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: He's A Rebel - The Crystals
  • UK #1 Song: Telstar - Tornados