What Happened on March 10, 1960

Historical Events

Golden Globes

17th Golden Globes: "Ben-Hur", Anthony Franciosa, & Elizabeth Taylor win

Purple Noon

French-Italian crime film "Purple Noon" premieres starring Alain Delon, directed by René Clément, based on the novel "The Talented Mr Ripley" by Patricia Highsmith

  • USSR agrees to stop nuclear testing

Famous Birthdays

  • Anne MacKenzie, Scottish journalist and broadcaster, born in Stornoway, Scotland
  • Linda Jezek, American backstroke swimmer (Pan Am Gold-1979), born in California

About March 10, 1960

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Theme From "A Summer Place" - Percy Faith And His Orchestra
  • UK #1 Song: Poor Me - Adam Faith