What Happened on September 30, 1964

Historical Events

  • "Oh What a Lovely War" opens at Broadhurst Theater NYC for 125 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • (Ernest Joseph) "Trey" Anastasio III, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (Phish), born in Ft. Worth, Texas
  • Mike McKay, Australian rower (Olympics gold coxless four 1992, 96; silver eights 2000, bronze 2004), born in Melbourne, Australia
  • Monica Bellucci, Italian actress (Dracula), born in Citta di Castello, Italy
  • Robby Takac, American rock Bassist (Goo Goo Dolls - "Iris"), born in Buffalo, New York
  • Stephen N. Frick, American naval commander and astronaut, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

About September 30, 1964

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Oh, Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison And The Candy Men
  • UK #1 Song: I'm Into Something Good - Herman's Hermits