What Happened on January 21, 1964

Historical Events

  • Carl Rowan named director of US Information Agency

Famous Deaths

  • Joseph Schildkraut, Austrian actor (Cleopatra, Joseph Schildkraut Presents, Diary of Anne Frank), dies from a heart attack at 68
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About January 21, 1964

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 3 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: There! I've Said It Again - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: Glad All Over - Dave Clark Five