Historical Events
- 1st Lockheed A-12 flies
- Ariel 1 Launch (1st UK Satellite)
- Ranger 4 crash lands on (backside of) Moon
- Red Sox Bill Monbouquette no-hits White Sox 1-0
- US and UK launch Ariel; 1st international payload
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Anderson, English footballer, born in Newcastle, England
- Debra Wilson, American actress and comedian (Mad TV), born in South Ozone Park, Queens, New York
- Grahame "Skin" Skinner, Scottish rocker (Hipsway), born in Glasgow
- Michael Damian, American actor (Young & Restless) and singer ("Rock On"), born in San Diego, California
About April 26, 1962
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Good Luck Charm - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
#1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows
