What Happened on September 16, 1963

Historical Events

  • "The Outer Limits" premieres on ABC-TV

Federation of Malaysia

Federation of Malaysia formed by Malaya, Singapore, British North Borneo (Sabah) and Sarawak

  • WVAN TV channel 9 in Savannah, GA (PBS) begins broadcasting

Famous Birthdays

  • Garth Jax, American NFL middle linebacker (Arizona Cardinals), born in Houston, Texas
  • Richard Marx, American rock musician ("Hold on to the Night"), born in Chicago, Illinois

About September 16, 1963

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Blue Velvet - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: She Loves You - The Beatles