Historical Events
Film Premiere
"La Dolce Vita" directed by Federico Fellini and starring Marcello Mastroianni and Anita Ekberg has its film premiere in Italy
Event of Interest
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan makes his famous "wind of change" speech in Africa, against the apartheid regime, angering South African politicians
Famous Birthdays
- B J Jefferson, American actress (Ronnie Laurance-Another World), born in Dallas Texas
- Kerry Von Erich, American wrestler (d. 1993)
- Marty Jannetty, American Wrestler
Famous Deaths
- Ferdinando "Fred" Buscaglione, Italian singer and actor, dies in an automobile accident at 38
- Johannes Geelkerken, Dutch theologian and vicar, dies at 80
About February 3, 1960
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Teen Angel - Mark Dinning
#1 Song: Why - Anthony Newley
