Historical Events
- Bus with 1st group of Freedom Riders bombed & burned in Alabama
Sports History
Stirling Moss wins the 1961 Monaco Grand Prix
Famous Birthdays
- Alain Vigneault, Canadian NHL ice hockey coach, since 1997 (New York Rangers, 2013-18; Philadelphia Flyers, 2019-present; and two other teams), born in Quebec City, Quebec
- Tim Roth, British actor (Reservoir Dogs; Vincent & Theo; The Hateful Eight), born in Dulwich, London, England
- Ulrike Folkerts, German actress
About May 14, 1961
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mother-In-Law - Ernie K-Doe
#1 Song: On The Rebound - Floyd Cramer