Historical Events
Election of Interest
US Republican National convention selects Richard Nixon as candidate
Famous Birthdays
- Jonathan Gold, American food critic who was the first in his field to win a Pulitzer Prize, born in Los Angeles, California (d. 2018)
- Luiz Fernando Carvalho, Brazilian film director, born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Yōichi Takahashi, Japanese mangaka of Captain Tsubasa and Hungry Heart Wild Striker
Famous Deaths
- Enrique Amorim, Uruguayan author (La victoria no viene sola), dies at 60
1960 Highlights
About July 28, 1960
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 10 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'm Sorry - Brenda Lee
#1 Song: Please Don't Tease - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
