Historical Events
- Laos Prince Souvanna Phouma forms coalition government
- USAF Maj Robert M White takes X-15 to 56,270 m
Famous Birthdays
- John Enos III, American actor (Days of Our Lives), born in Boston, Massachusetts
Jordan Peterson (61 years old)
Canadian psychologist and author (12 Rules for Life), born in Edmonton, Alberta
- Michael Link, American actor (Earl-Julia), born in Provo, Utah
- Paul Clark, English musician (The Bolshoi), born in Leeds, England
Famous Deaths
- John Ireland, English composer and pianist (Epic March), dies at 82
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About June 12, 1962
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 10 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles
#1 Song: Good Luck Charm - Elvis Presley
