Historical Events
Lawrence of Arabia
"Lawrence of Arabia" film directed by David Lean and starring Peter O'Toole, is released in the United States
- Nepal establishes its constitution and becomes a Constitutional Hindu Monarchy
- NY Giant Y. A. Tittle sets NFL season touchdown pass record at 33 with 6 touchdowns vs Dallas (41-31)
Famous Birthdays
- Jon Tenney, actor (Brooklyn South)
- Maruschka Detmers, Schoonebeek Holland, actress (Devil in the Flesh)
- Melanie Smith, actress (Emily-As the World Turns), born in Scranton, Pennsylvania
- William "The Refrigerator" Perry, NFL defensive lineman (Chicago Bears), born in Aiken, South Carolina
About December 16, 1962
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Telstar - The Tornadoes
#1 Song: Return To Sender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
