What Happened on April 30, 1963

Famous Birthdays

  • Michael Waltrip, American auto racer (Daytona 500 2001, 2003), born in Owensboro, Kentucky
  • Steve Smith, Scottish-Canadian ice hockey defenseman (NHL All-Star 1991; Canada Cup gold [Canada] 1991; Chicago Blackhawks, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames), born in Glasgow, Scotland

Famous Deaths

  • Bryant Washburn, American actor (Exposure, Millionaire Kid, Nabonga), dies at 74
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About April 30, 1963

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Will Follow Him - Little Peggy March
  • UK #1 Song: From Me To You - The Beatles