What Happened on January 23, 1964

Historical Events

  • 24th Amendment to the United States Constitution ratified, barring poll tax in federal elections

After the Fall

Arthur Miller's play "After the Fall" premieres in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Frank Winters, American NFL center (Green Bay Packers-Super Bowl 31), born in Hoboken, New Jersey

Mariska Hargitay (60 years old)

American actress (Law and Order: Special Victims Unit), born in Santa Monica, California


Famous Deaths

  • Louis Horst, American dance choreographer and composer, dies at 80
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About January 23, 1964

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 3 months and 2 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