Historical Events
Emmy Awards
13th Emmy Awards: Jack Benny Show, Raymond Burr & Barbara Stanwyck win
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Wright, American professional wrestler known as "The Godfather"
- Kevin McDonald, Canadian comedian and actor
- Nina Arvesen, actress (Cassandra-Young & Restless), born in White Plains, New York
Famous Deaths
- George A. Malcolm, American jurist (17th Associate Justice of the Philippine Supreme Court) and educator, dies at 79
1961 Highlights
About May 16, 1961
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 20 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