What Happened on May 3, 1964

Famous Birthdays

Ron Hextall (59 years old)

Canadian NHL goalie, 1986-99, Vezina & Conn Smyth winner, scored 2 goals (Philadelphia Flyers and 2 other teams), and executive, 1999-2023 (Philadelphia, Los Angeles Kings, Pittsburgh Penguins), born in Brandon, Manitoba

Famous Deaths

  • Diana Wynyard, British stage and film actress (Cavalcade), dies of renal disease at 58
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About May 3, 1964

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 11 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Hello, Dolly! - Louis Armstrong And The All Stars
  • UK #1 Song: Don't Throw Your Love Away - Searchers