Historical Events
Television Debut
1st episode of "The Dick Van Dyke Show" is filmed
Famous Birthdays
- Paul McCrane, American actor (Hotel New Hampshire, We're Fighting Back), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- William Ragsdale, American actor (Fright Night, Mannequin 2, Smooth Talk), born in El Dorado, Arkansas
1961 Highlights
About January 19, 1961
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Wonderland By Night - Bert Kaempfert And His Orchestra
#1 Song: Poetry In Motion - Johnny Tillotson
