Famous Birthdays
- Detlef Schrempf, German-American NBA forward, 1985-2001 (Mavericks, Pacers, Supersonics), born in Leverkusen, West Germany
Hakeem Olajuwon (60 years old)
Nigerian-American NBA center, 1984-2002 (Houston Rockets, Olympic gold 1996), born in Lagos, Nigeria
- Jessie Hester, American NFL wide receiver, 1985-95 (Raiders, Falcons, Colts, Rams), born in Belle Glade, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Al St. John, American vaudeville and silent film comic (Young and Dumb),and talkie character actor billed as "Fuzzy" St. John (Outlaws of the Plains), dies of a heart attack at 70
- Franz Jung, German writer and political activist, dies at 74
1963 Highlights
About January 21, 1963
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Walk Right In - The Rooftop Singers
#1 Song: Dance On! - The Shadows
