What Happened on March 31, 1960

Historical Events

  • First Nations people first granted the right to vote in Canada, without giving up their Indian status, in repeal of part of Canada Elections Act [1]
  • Gore Vidal's play "Best Man" premieres in NYC (Melvyn Douglas - Tony for Best Actor)

Famous Birthdays

  • Anne Howard, American actress (Nicole Love-Another World), born in San Diego, California
  • Mark Tuinei, American NFL offensive tackle (3-time Super Bowl winner, Dallas Cowboys), born in Oceanside, California

Famous Weddings

Yul Brynner

Actor Yul Brynner (39) weds fashion house executive Doris Kleiner (32) in Mexico City; divorce in 1967

Died in 1960 1960 Highlights

About March 31, 1960

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years and 25 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: My Old Man's A Dustman - Lonnie Donegan