Historical Events
- "Conquering Hero" closes at ANTA Theater NYC after 8 performances
- Francis Poulenc's "Gloria" premieres in Boston< Massachusetts by Boston Symphony and Chorus Pro Musica under conductor Charles Münch
- KIFI TV channel 8 in Idaho Falls, Idaho (NBC) begins broadcasting
- Portuguese rebels seize cruise ship Santa Maria
Famous Birthdays
- Kevin Cramer, American politician (Senator-R-North Dakota 2019-, Rep-R-2013-19), born in Rolette, North Dakota
- Sherry Ramsay, American actress (Trish Mason-As the World Turns), born in Stauton, Virginia
Famous Deaths
- John Joseph Becker, American composer and conductor, dies a day before his 75th birthday
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About January 21, 1961
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Wonderland By Night - Bert Kaempfert And His Orchestra
#1 Song: Are You Lonesome Tonight - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
