Historical Events
- Billy Barnes' musical revue "Billy Barnes People", starting Ken Berry, Dave Ketchum, and Jo Anne Worley, closes at Royale Theater, NYC, after 7 performances
- US Open Men's Golf, Oakland Hills CC: Gene Littler wins his sole major title, 1 stroke ahead of runners-up Bob Goalby and Doug Sanders
Famous Deaths
- Jeff Chandler [Ira Grossel], American actor (Broken Arrow), dies as a result of medical malpractice at 42
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About June 17, 1961
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 10 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Moody River - Pat Boone
#1 Song: Surrender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
