Historical Events
- 5th Berlin International Film Festival: "The Rats" wins Golden Bear (audience vote)
Baseball History
Harmon Killebrew hits his 1st HR (off Billy Hoeff)
Famous Birthdays
- Betsy Randle, American actress
- Gurumayi Chidvilasananda, Guru of Siddha Yoga
- Loren Roberts, American golfer (British Senior Open 2006, 09; US Open 1994 runner-up), born in San Luis Obispo, California
About June 24, 1955
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Unchained Melody - Jimmy Young
