Famous Birthdays
- Mary Beth Evans, American actress (Katherine-General Hospital), born in Pasadena, California
- Warrel Dane, American singer (Nevermore), born in Seattle, Washington (d. 2017)
Famous Deaths
- Englebert van Anderlecht, Belgian abstract painter, dies at 42
- Max Hymans, French WW II resistance fighter and Head of Air France, dies at 60
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About March 7, 1961
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Pony Time - Chubby Checker
#1 Song: Walk Right Back/Ebony Eyes - Everly Brothers
