Great Balls of Fire! The 'Bride' is 13
![Jerry Lee Lewis pictured in 1957 with Myra, his 13-year-old 'bride'](https://www.onthisday.com/images/articles/jerry-lee-lewis-with-myra.jpg)
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Historical Events
Peyton Place
"Peyton Place" film based on the novel by Grace Metalious, directed by Mark Robson and starring Lana Turner and Hope Lange is released
Famous Birthdays
- Gary Davies, British radio disc jockey and television presenter, born in Manchester, England
- Jean-Marie Messier, French businessman, born in Grenoble, France
- Morris Day, American funk-R&B singer (The Time), born in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Steve Buscemi (66 years old)
American actor and filmmaker (Fargo; Boardwalk Empire; 30 Rock), born in New York City
1957 Highlights
About December 13, 1957
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 6 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Harry Belafonte