A Raisin in the Sun
Release year: 1961
Directed by: Daniel Petrie
Starring: Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee, Diana Sands
Country: United States of America
Learn the most interesting events and historical facts that happened in May 1961.
The US president was John F. Kennedy (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative), Pope John XXIII was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened on May 1961: find out below
Which were the important events of May 1961?
American actor with several appointments to annual Best-dressed, Most Stylish, Most Eligible and Sexiest Man Alive lists.
Irish singer and songwriter.
American athlete, a pro basketball player for Detroit Pistons.
British actor of Irish descent (his father "né Smith" was born in New-York), starring in "Grace" with Nicole Kidman, directed by Olivier...
American actor who became a major star after his 1941 appearance in "Sergeant York.
Flemish Minister / Mayor of Antwerp, dies at 81.
Composer, dies at 74.
Composer, dies at 60.
Which were the top hits in May 1961?
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