Famous Birthdays
- David Vitter, American politician, U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana (1999-2005), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Joe Murray, American cartoonist (Rocko's Modern Life), born in San Jose, California
- Steve McClaren, English football manager, born in Fulford, York, England
Famous Deaths
- Maurice [Jean Jacques] Merleau-Ponty, French philosopher, dies at 53
1961 Highlights
About May 3, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Runaway - Del Shannon
#1 Song: Blue Moon - Marcels
