Famous Birthdays
- Ian Rush, Welsh footballer (Liverpool), born in St Asaph, Wales
- Les Stroud, Canadian survival expert (Survivorman), born in Etobicoke, Ontario
- Michie Tomizawa, Japanese voice actress (Sailor Moon), born in Maruko, Japan
1961 Highlights
About October 20, 1961
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Runaround Sue - Dion
#1 Song: Walkin' Back To Happiness - Helen Shapiro
