What Happened on March 24, 1960

Historical Events

  • US appeals court rules novel "Lady Chatterly's Lover" not obscene

Famous Birthdays

  • Barry Horowitz, American professional wrestler
  • Grayson Perry, English cross-dressing artist (Turner Prize 2003), born in Chelmsford
  • Kelly LeBrock, American actress (Weird Science, Woman in Red), born in New York City
  • Nena [Gabrielle Kerner], German pop singer ("99 Luftballons"- "99 Red Balloons"), born in Hagen, West Germany

Famous Deaths

  • Paul Joostens, Belgian avant-garde artist, dies at 70
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights

About March 24, 1960

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Theme From "A Summer Place" - Percy Faith And His Orchestra
  • UK #1 Song: Running Bear - Johnny Preston