What Happened on March 30, 1962

Famous Birthdays

  • Bil Dwyer, American comedian and TV host, born in Evergreen Park, Illinois
  • MC Hammer [Stanley Kirk Burrell], American rapper (Hammer Time), born in Oakland, California

Famous Deaths

  • Jack Purvis, American jazz trumpet player and composer, dies at 55
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About March 30, 1962

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 24 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Don't Break The Heart That Loves You - Connie Francis
  • UK #1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows