What Happened on April 13, 1958

Historical Events

  • 12th Tony Awards: "Sunrise at Campobello" (play) and "The Music Man" (musical) win
  • Classical pianist Van Cliburn (23) is the first American to win the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, USSR

Famous Birthdays

  • Randy Piper, American heavy metal rocker (Wasp - "Wildchild"), born in San Antonio, Texas

Famous Deaths

  • Henry Phillips, American businessman (Phillip's screw), dies at 68 [1]
Died in 1958 1958 Highlights

About April 13, 1958

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 66 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Magic Moments - Perry Como