What Happened on June 28, 1964

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Organization for Afro-American Unity formed in New York by Malcolm X

Famous Birthdays

  • Bryan Barker, NFL punter (Jacksonville Jaguars), born in Jacksonville Beach, Florida
  • Susan Mascarin, American tennis player, born in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan
  • Tommy Lynn Sells, American serial killer, born in Oakland, California (d. 2014)

Famous Deaths

  • King Calder, actor (Lt Grey-Martin Kane Private Eye), dies at 64
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About June 28, 1964

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 9 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Get Around - The Beach Boys
  • UK #1 Song: It's Over - Roy Orbison