Historical Events
Academy Awards
35th Academy Awards: "Lawrence of Arabia", Anne Bancroft & Gregory Peck win
Sports History
Detroit Tigers claim young pitcher Denny McLain on waivers from the Chicago White Sox; McLain goes on the win Cy Young Award 1968, 69 and AL MVP 1968
Famous Birthdays
- Alec Stewart, English cricketer (son of Micky, opening batter, occasional wicket keeper), born in Merton Park, England
- Donita Sparks, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter (L7), and podcaster (The Hi-Low Show), born in Chicago, Illinois
- Erica Terwillegar, American lugist, born in Nelsonville, New Jersey
- Julian Lennon, English singer-songwriter ("Too Late for Goodbyes"), philanthropist (The White Feather Foundation), photographer, and son of Beatle John Lennon and his 1st wife, Cynthia, born in Liverpool, England
- Seth Tobias, American financial commentator (d. 2007)
- Terry Porter, American basketball point guard and coach (Portland Trail Blazers; Minnesota Timberwolves; NBA All-Star 1991, 93), born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
About April 8, 1963
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 61 years and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: He's So Fine - The Chiffons
#1 Song: How Do You Do It? - Gerry & The Pacemakers
