What Happened on September 23, 1958

Historical Events

  • Great Britain performs atmospheric nuclear test at Christmas Island
  • Stravinsky's "Thieni" premieres in Venice
  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

Famous Birthdays

  • Danielle Dax, British avant-garde rock musician, producer and album art designer, born in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England
  • Larry Mize, American golfer (US Masters 1987), born in Augusta, Georgia
  • Marvin Lewis, American football coach (DC Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl 2000; Cincinnati Bengals 2003-18), born in McDonald, Pennsylvania

About September 23, 1958

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: It's All In The Game - Tommy Edwards
  • UK #1 Song: Carolina Moon/Stupid Cupid - Connie Francis