Historical Events
- "Ziegfeld Follies of 1957" opens at Winter Garden NYC for 123 performances
- Kokomo the Chimp becomes Today Show animal editor
- KTWO TV channel 2 in Casper, WY (NBC/ABC/CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Johnny Ray, American baseball utility (MLB All Star 1988; Silver Slugger Award 1983; Pittsburgh Pirates, California Angels), born in Chouteau, Oklahoma
- Jon Carroll, American pop vocalist (Starland Vocal Band - "Afternoon Delight"), born in Washington, D.C.
About March 1, 1957
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 6 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Young Love - Tab Hunter
